As part of a weekend in the Catalan capital, and joining my wife who was on a seminar in the city, we stayed at Le Meridien Barcelona, located in the heart of the city.
A look back at this interesting stay.
Booking
I proceeded to book this hotel on the Marriott Bonvoy app, as I usually do.
For this stay, I used my business’ corporate code to get a rate of 155€ per night for two.
I chose Le Meridien this time for its location, as my favorites, the W and the Four Points, are both far from the city center.
Arrival
Prior to my arrival, I will not see any upgrade in the application.
But arriving after my wife, I notified my Marriott Ambassador, who notified the hotel, that my wife would be doing the check-in before me.
When my wife arrived, the hotel was indeed notified of her arrival and she proceeded to check-in. He is offered two options: a large but not yet renovated suite, or a renovated deluxe room. The choice is simple: it will be the renovated room.
On my arrival, late, I go to the reception to confirm the Ambassador benefits, including the choice of breakfast.
Room
The room assigned (a standard room or so) was located on the 5th floor of the property.
The bathroom is located immediately after the entrance, on the right. It has also been renovated and is very successful.
The room is in a completely contemporary decoration. The bedding has not changed.
The suite offered to my wife was particularly ugly, even though it was much larger.
And to finish, the visit of the room in video :
Hotel facilities
The hotel does not have a spa. However, a fitness room is available in the basement, as well as a small Business Center with computers and printer.
I will not be using either during my stay.
Catering
Given the size of the hotel, it has only one restaurant, located on the first floor. We dined there the first night, and had our breakfasts every morning
Breakfast service
Breakfast is served in the restaurant every morning between 7am and 11am.
A large buffet is set up at the back of the restaurant. It is diverse and the elements are of good quality.
It is also possible to order à la carte dishes (at no extra cost). Hot drinks are also served at the table.
The service is absolutely perfect, the waiters are friendly and ensure frequent clearing.
Dinner service
We had dinner at the hotel restaurant on the evening of our arrival. Despite its location on Las Ramblas, it is not full, like most hotel restaurants… Nevertheless, the hotel restaurants are a good plan that we advise you on TravelGuys!
We shared a few dishes, each one more delicious than the last.
Departure
We benefited from the late check-out at 16h… And fortunately, because the last day was synonymous with rain!
Bottom line
It is not the hotel of the century, but its location is perfect and the rooms well decorated… But what a shame not to start with the renovation of the suites!