Grand Hotel Central, Small Luxury Hotels, Barcelona
About the Hotel
Grand Hotel Central, Small Luxury Hotels - A 1920s luxury hotel with rooftop infinity pool, urban spa, and historic library in Ciutat Vella
Grand Hotel Central, Small Luxury Hotels is a 5-star property in a 1920s Noucentista building on Via Laietana, between Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter and El Born. The 147 rooms and suites feature wood finishes, large windows with city or Roman wall views, Nespresso machines, and free minibar soft drinks. The 8th-floor urban spa includes a sauna, hammam, and Natura Bissé treatments, while the rooftop infinity pool offers panoramic views of landmarks like Sagrada Família. Dining options include Can Bo, serving Spanish tapas and over 100 wines, and Skybar with Mediterranean small plates and cocktails. The hotel’s historic library houses founder Francesc Cambó’s literary collection. Landmarks such as the Picasso Museum and Mercado de La Boqueria are within a 15-minute walk.
Pros
The rooftop infinity pool provides unobstructed views of Barcelona’s skyline.
Free soft drinks and beer in the minibar, along with Nespresso machines in all rooms.
Proximity to the Gothic Quarter and El Born, with major attractions within walking distance.
The urban spa features bespoke treatments by Natura Bissé and a Technogym-equipped fitness area.
The historic library offers a unique cultural touch with Cambó’s personal book collection.
Cons
The rooftop pool is exclusively for hotel guests and operates limited hours (7 AM–6 PM).
No on-site parking; the nearest garage is 70 meters away at Saba Catedral.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Paid parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour 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
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
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 loungers
- 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
Location
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