Grand Hotel Central, Small Luxury Hotels, Barcelona
About the Hotel
Grand Hotel Central, Small Luxury Hotels - A historic 5-star hotel with rooftop infinity pool, urban spa, and prime Gothic Quarter location
Grand Hotel Central, Small Luxury Hotels occupies a 1920s Noucentista building designed by Adolf Florensa, blending historic architecture with contemporary comfort. The 147 rooms and suites feature wood finishes, large windows with views of Via Laietana or Barcelona's Roman walls, Nespresso machines, and complimentary minibar soft drinks. Guests can dine at Can Bo vins & tapes for Spanish tapas or La Terraza del Central for Mediterranean cuisine with city views, while the 8th-floor urban spa offers Natura Bissé treatments, a dry sauna, and a hammam. Located in Ciutat Vella, the hotel is steps from the Gothic Quarter, Picasso Museum (0.5 km), and Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar (0.5 km). A rooftop infinity pool with Balinese beds overlooks landmarks like Sagrada Familia.
Pros
The rooftop infinity pool offers panoramic views of Barcelona's skyline.
Complimentary access to the urban spa includes a sauna and hammam.
Can Bo vins & tapes serves locally sourced tapas paired with over 100 wines.
Rooms feature Nespresso machines and free minibar soft drinks.
Prime location within walking distance of Gothic Quarter attractions.
Cons
The rooftop pool is exclusively for hotel guests and requires advance reservations.
Some rooms face bustling Via Laietana, which may affect light sleepers.
Must-do experiences
- Savor pintxos at La Tasqueta de Blai on Carrer Blai.
- Stroll through El Born district for unique boutiques and cafes.
- Visit the Picasso Museum for stunning art in a quaint setting.
- Explore Mercat de Sant Antoni for local food and crafts.
- Catch the Magic Fountain show for a colorful evening delight.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Hairdresser
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Sports trainer
Guest Parking
- Public parking is possible at a location nearby at EUR 36 per day.
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Rooftop pool
- Sun terrace
- Spa & wellness centre
- Solarium
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
- Make up services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Separate tub and shower
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor

