Gran Hotel Havana  

In the stylish Eixample district, this 4.5-star Barcelona hotel puts you within easy walking distance of Plaça de Catalunya, La Rambla, Casa Batlló and Passeig de Gràcia — a prime base for sightseeing and shopping.

145 rooms designed to feel like a modern city flat — some feature separate living rooms, flat-screen TVs and minibars. Private bathrooms include bathtubs, designer toiletries and bidets; slippers and complimentary Wi‑Fi come in many rooms.

Cool off in the outdoor pool, unwind in the sauna or book a massage and solarium session; a 24-hour fitness center keeps your routine intact. Seasonal poolside bar and an indoor bar/lounge serve evening drinks. Concierge, 24-hour front desk, taxi service, daily housekeeping, bike parking and self-parking (charges) round out the practical perks.

On-site business center, express check-in/check-out and complimentary high-speed wireless internet throughout; rooms also offer desks and laptop-compatible safes.

Grand Place Bistrot handles lunch and dinner, with room service available when you want to stay in. Buffet breakfast is served weekdays 7:00–10:30 and weekends 8:00–11:30 (for a fee); in summer enjoy poolside refreshments from the seasonal bar.