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Lamaro Hotel

Lamaro Hotel

Barcelona, Spain

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Located directly opposite Barcelona’s central cathedral in the heart of the Gothic Quarter, the Hotel Lamaro occupies a prime position. The family-run property originally opened in 1951 as Hotel Colón by Italian businessman Antonio Lamaro, and was recently renamed Lamaro Hotel by his family as a tribute to its founder following a full renovation. The hotel offers commanding views of the cathedral’s elaborate 19th-century neo-Gothic façade, while tables from its restaurant spill out into the elegant Plaça de la Seu.

The main lobby, breakfast room and ground-floor lounge feature classical decor; however, the 125 rooms have all been renovated in a more modern style and offer a high level of comfort. All boast feature windows and the majority have small terraces or balconies overlooking the cathedral. A particular highlight of the hotel is the rooftop restaurant L'Àtic, where you can enjoy cathedral views.

Such a convenient location has meant that Hotel Lamaro has had many illustrious guests, including Ernest Hemingway and Jean Paul Sartre, while Joan Miró made several visits during the 1968–1975 construction of the Fundació Joan Miró, for which he used the hotel as his base in the city.

OUR OPINION:

We particularly enjoy the unrivalled views of the cathedral and the central location and find that the hotel’s modern renovations have improved the quality of the rooms substantially.

OUR RATING: Medium

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Lamaro Hotel, Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel, Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel, Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel, Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel, Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel, Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel, Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel, Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel, Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel, Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel, Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel, Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel, Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel, Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel, Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel, Barcelona

Rooms

Purpose built as a hotel, the Lamaro Hotel makes commanding use of its location. Big windows adorned with French balconies occupy the side of the hotel facing the cathedral and offer views of the neo-Gothic façade. Interior rooms overlook a central courtyard and are slightly quieter. All rooms are decorated in an elegant style and offer plenty of modern comforts from rain showers to air conditioning, Wi-Fi and Nespresso coffee machines.

Location

Situated at the entrance to Barcelona’s labyrinthine Gothic Quarter and just a 10-minute walk from La Rambla, the Lamaro Hotel is perfectly located for exploring the city on foot. The city’s central cathedral is directly opposite the hotel, fronted by the Plaça de la Seu, where you’ll often find a small antiques market or traditional Catalan dancing in progress. The shops and restaurants of El Born are also within easy walking distance, along with the Plaça de Catalunya, which can be accessed on foot in around 20 minutes.

Food and drink

A traditional buffet breakfast is served in a room under the main lounge. On the ground floor, Cathedral 1951 Restaurant overlooks Plaça de la Seu and the cathedral, its tables spilling out onto the street in a leafy terrace. The menu features a variety of traditional local dishes. Within walking distance, you can also find a good selection of tapas restaurants in the nearby Gothic and El Born districts, though we recommend checking with reception for directions.

Facilities and activities

Facilities at Hotel Lamaro include a fitness suite, concierge service, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property.

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