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Set in an elegant 1873 mansion, this hotel has maintained its historical allure, with suitably old-fashioned decor in the lobby and first-floor sitting room. Some rooms have been modernized, while others have antique furniture. One room is in a converted chapel, with Gothic ceilings.

Most of the simple rooms at this popular place have wrought-iron balconies, ideal for taking in the all-day entertainment on La Rambla below. A continental buffet breakfast – served in a light, airy dining room – is included.

Rising gracefully over a bustling corner of La Rambla, the elegant Meridien offers lofty views of this famous street, the old town and the port. The rooms are decorated in warm shades. Live music is showcased in the bar most nights of the week (except Sun & Mon).

Stately decor and faultless service are the hallmarks of this aptly named hotel. Exit through the heavy brass-and-glass doors and you’re mere steps from the Eixample’s Modernista gems. The rooftop swimming pool has views of the Sagrada Família and the Barcelona cityscape.

This friendly, family-owned hotel, with a 1930s façade, is particularly eye-catching lit up at night. Rooms are pleasant and bright, and many have balconies overlooking La Rambla.

This 17th century former palace at the heart of the Barri Gòtic opened in 2003 and offers an exclusive combination of history, the avant-garde and glamour. There is internet access in all rooms, a library, solarium and a roof terrace with views to the Cathedral.

Opened in 1842, this Barri Gòtic institution has hosted its share of luminaries, including many opera greats from the nearby Liceu (La Rambla). It was built on the site of an old Franciscan monastery and the ballroom was created out of the cloister. The hotel may be showing its age, but for many, its charm lies in the faded grandeur.

This deluxe hotel, founded in 1909, is a bastion of old-world elegance, with impeccable service, an opulent Baroque lobby and plush rooms. The Restaurante Diana offers regional cuisine, and the bar has live jazz (Thu–Sat).

This massive complex includes a vast private garden and a conference hall for up to 2,500 people. The spacious rooms are sumptuously decorated in a contemporary style. The top floors offer unobstructed views of the city and mountains.