InterContinental Barcelona

This was a beautiful 5 star hotel. We booked into this property one day prior to a 13 day Mediterranean cruise. WOW The pampering began here. The staff at reception were extremely accommodating and met our every need. The room was great. We had a panoramic view with the Sagrada Familia Basilica under construction in the distance. Our bed was very comfy. Loved the bedding. The free bathroom amenities had a great scent. Breakfast was included and it was outstanding. So many great offerings. Very walkable area. Nice restaurants close by.

The InterContinental Barcelona is a stunning place. We had an unforgettable experience — from the breakfast to the room to the service, much of it was impeccable. The breakfast buffet was delicious and elegantly presented, though service could be improved as staff seemed a bit harried and unhappy on both days. Our friends from Dubai and London wanted to join us at the table, and they were unhappy adding additional placements even though there was room. Also, the shower temperature in our room vacillated between hot and cold. These two reasons are why I am not giving the hotel 5 stars. What made the day even more miraculous was how I got the ticket to Sagrada Familia — thanks to Marc, the tall guy at the InterContinental Concierge, who somehow secured it when the usual wait is at least two weeks. He even joked I should buy a lottery ticket! Thank you Marc and Intercontinental Barcelona. The touring March recommended was seamless and professional — no waiting at all. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and revealed details I never would have noticed on my own. From the turtle and tortoise sculptures at the entrance — one representing the sea side and the other the mountain side — to the subtle Asian influences in the faces of the sculptures, every element has meaning. I was amazed to learn that even the numbers carved into the Passion façade add up to 33, symbolizing the age of Jesus at his death. And the stained glass windows — blue facing east, red facing west — beautifully amplify the sun’s rays at sunrise and sunset, adding a magical glow to the cathedral. Truly an enlightening and unforgettable visit — I highly recommend Intercontinental Barcelona and Marc for making it happen.

We had a great trip, easy early checkin with helpful staff, spacious clean quiet 3rd floor room with a window that opened for fresh air and a kingsized bed, amazing rooftop area with comfy sunbeds, cold lap pool, chill music, amazing view of the city. The hotel is located about 20 mins from the airport near the Montjuic area, which is slightly outside the centre. We walked to Las Ramblas in about 40 minutes but mainly used the Metro to get around which was easy and cheap. The Metro station is a 5-10 min walk from the hotel, along the road to Ave Parallel and then left up towards Place Espanya. There are lots of bars and restaurants locally including across the road, along Rue Parallel, in the city centre. For food we used Sec Cafe, Annarre Pizza, Tartlet Brunch, Colom Restaurant, Gelaati, which were really good. Only things we would improve in the hotel are food and drink in rooftop bar expensive and not great quality, layout of toilet and shower slightly cramped, slightly musty smell in bedrooms and corridors.

We have stayed in this modern hotel 2 times and both the times we always thought to come back to this hotel. Service is impeccable. It is 10-minutes walk to metro station but Cabify and taxis made trips everywhere very convenient. The lounge is extra cost but has decent food and drink options. The biggest downside is breakfast in-spite of big selection. Nothing tastes good and if the management is reading this review they should really add other breakfast chefs. The rooftop pool is very nice and as expected the food in the rooftop bar is convenient for a quick lunch but food wise you could better elsewhere.

Amazing place to stay in that beautiful and vibrant City! Hotel is great itself with top notch service. From the moment you arrive everyone is smiling and willing to assist in every matter. Cleanliness perfect, great idea for the pool and the roof top! Congrats - fanstatic place. Definitely worth coming back again 😀