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"Very nice and reliable hotel" Very nice, reliable, sophisticated, clean, safe and comfortable hotel. It's newness is probably why it is clean and pristine. Would recommend the hotel to visitors to the city. The location is good, just 200 yards from the sea end of La Rambla. As it is at the end of a pier it is also quiet as it is away from the traffic and the crowds. Regarding rooms - ask for one that looks out on to the city - the views are fantastic. The rooms on the other side of the hotel overlooks a courtyard and do not have as nice a view. If you lare looking for a hotel that is classical, themed and with plenty of soul then this is not the place for you. It is only for this reason that I would rate the hotel a 4.5*

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"Modern elegance ,excellent location" I just returned from two weekend visits to this elegant hotel. The stays were 2-3 nights both before and after a mediterranean cruise. First let me say that having never been to Barcelona before I made and canceled three other hotel reservations. I am very glad I finally settled on the Grand Marina. From the name it is clear that its convenience to the cruise ship pier is perfect. The location is wonderful in other ways. While it is within walking distance to attractions such as the fascinating Las Ramblas it is also in a quieter area near the waterfront and not as congested in terms of traffic and noise as some other hotels. For me this was a great plus. The hotel is cutting edge modern. The lobby and dining areas are open and airy. Our room was spacious and had a spectacular bathroom. I will say that the AC was not as effective as we would have liked. There were a couple of service glitches, that is the only non perfect element.Misplaced bags, failure to repair AC,but always polite and concerned. Everything was very expensive but I would definitely return.

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"Great Rooms" Having stayed at the Arts for the last couple of visits was a little bit anxious as to how the Grand Marina would compare. We had a 2 bed executive suite which was less than the cost of an excutive room at the Arts. Decor and facilities were excellent as was the hotel restaurant where the staff accomodated us ( 3 adults plus 4 kids) perfectly. Staff were all very helpful. I would agree that the place is somewhat souless but as a family with young children the positives about the room facilities etc. far outweighed this. If I was travelling as a couple would stay at the Arts but as a family the Grand Marina was fine. A bit of noise from the ferries and port but overall a good experience and will book again

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"Great staff and suite" The staff is really nice and helpful> Location is great as you can easily walk to the old city and also up the Montjuic hill. The bed and pillows were a Dream, bathroom great (jacuzzi and power shower), suite was stunning, big and very clean. The only down side is the hotel restaurant : the chef is trying too hard to be original with scary reasults ! About room service, just avoid the hamburger, the club sandwich is really good as well as the soups ! Anyway Barcelona has so many wonderful restaurants to suit all tastes and budgets : you must try the following ones : Organic (vege), Mama cafe (popular fun and good), Re-Pla (fusion and great lighting), Semproniana (incredible fusion and deco), Matsuri (thai, not expensive). This is a great value hotel for a lovely city.

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"We wil be back" I have stayed in Grand Marina before with work this time I was with my wife and it was top class it is not the place that makes this hotel it is diffently the staff very very welcoming and helpful. We stayed in a standard room which was top class what a view over Barcelona which I requested the sea side. As the stay was between Christmas and new year we got a free bottle of cava in our room. The only downside as the hotel is so new it has ultra modern style sharp corners every where my be a little cold but the staff are so friendly and all speak english this is not so bad. very central location near Ramblas. Glad it was to cold to use the swimming pool as it is so small The hot tub with a view on the top floor made up for that !!! We will be back here for sure on our top list for sure

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"Post christmas stay better than the arts" I stayed at this hotel just after christmas with my wife. The service was fantastic, and I told them it was my anniversary and they sent a bottle of reserva cava and chocolate covered strawberries. The staff remembered our name throughout our stay and remembered my newspaper choice and placed it on my breakfast table every morning. Don't be put off by the modernist look and sharp corners of the decor, it is made up for with the best in traditional and proper 5 star service.

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