Historic Hotels in Barcelona
Among the many sights and tastes and sounds of the city of
Barcelona in Spain, there are some luxurious historical hotels
to compliment your stay. Your tour of Barcelona does not have to
stop at the steps of your hotel. A historical hotel could make
your vacation more complete.
Barcelona has been dubbed La Gran Encisera - the Great
Enchantress. With its medieval romantic style, it's hustle and
bustle and the history and art; it's a great destination spot
for travelers.
Many of the historic hotels are located in the Gothic Quarter, a
stretch of streets with a romantic gothic style, making the
hotels' locations convenient to sight seeing areas.
Tip to a Better Rate in a Historic Hotel in Barcelona
If you find yourself in Barcelona in a time that it is not busy
and your hotel is not so full, you can usually bargain for a
better rate. Business travelers can often get up to forty
percent off the suggested price. Talk with the hotel attendants;
don't be afraid to ask for a discount.
Suggested Historic Hotels in Barcelona
While there are many beautiful historic hotels in Barcelona, one
of the most convenient ones is the Hotels Condes De Barcelona.
With over 150 guest rooms, each with an avant-garde style, the
hotel is uniquely situated in a historic Nouveau building. The
artistic beauty is astounding and each piece inside the hotel is
customized specifically for the hotel. Located in the center of
the city, it offers the convenience of public transportation for
guests and is within walking distance to some of the city's most
popular destinations.
Another grand hotel is the Hotel Gotico. The deluxe hotel is a
short distance from El Prat Airport, it is located in the heart
of the city center and the Town Hall and the Palice of Autonomic
Government. With it's location right in the middle of the
commercial district, a traveler will find everything they could
want to see near by. With renovated soundproofed rooms, you'll
get a good night of sleep and the history of the hotel will keep
the adventure of visiting Barcelona alive. Ask for a
complimentary tour or ask about suggestions of sights to see in
the city. The staff is knowledgeable and helpful.
For a moderate priced hotel, the Mesón Castilla offers a
Castilian fascia. For the best atmosphere this small hotel
offers a convenient position to shops. It offers attractive
views of the city and modest sized rooms. Its antique filled
interior offers a history of its own.
How to Pick the Right Historic Hotel in Barcelona
When you travel to Barcelona, picking the right hotel for you
may be important. If you are going to be in Barcelona for a
short while, it would be better to select one that is closer to
the areas of the city you plan to see. Having your hotel closer
to your sightseeing destinations makes it convenient to get
there and back from your hotel.
If you plan to stay longer and see much more of Barcelona, you
might consider reservations at two hotels, one on one side of
the city for the first part of your trip and another hotel on
the latter part and on the other side of the city. This lets you
enjoy two different hotels within the tourist areas of
Barcelona, making it even more enjoyable. For more historic
hotel suggestions, contact your travel agent or visit Turisme de
Barcelona.
About the author:
Fionn Downhill is President of Four Corners Hotels offering
hotels in cities around the world. To find out more about hotels
in Barcelona visit
http://www.fourcornershotels.com/index.php/ES--Barcelona
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