Pros

  • Great location in the historic Gothic Quarter of Barcelona
  • Chic guest rooms with spacious stone bathrooms; some have balconies
  • Well-received Mediterranean restaurant on-site
  • Gorgeous rooftop garden with seating and hammocks
  • Member of exclusive Relais & Chateaux since 2012
  • Free bed and breakfast for children up to 10 years old
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Pets allowed; dogs given washable bed
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Cons

  • Dim lighting in rooms
  • Some rooms experience noise from courtyard and nearby school
  • No gym or pool
  • No spa, though in-room massages are available
  • Some taxi drivers don't know where hotel is located
  • No parking lot
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Bottom Line

This upscale, 22-room hotel is located in the historic Gothic Quarter and housed in two buildings, one that dates back to the 12th century. Though there's no spa or pool, the hotel is gorgeously decorated with art and modern furnishings. The rooftop garden is a highlight and contains various seating, including hammocks, positioned in a feng-shui style. Rooms are spacious and filled with simple, stunning decor, but some experience outside noise and lighting is very dim. The on-site restaurant receives good reviews and a welcome drink is a thoughtful touch. It's a great pick for tourists who want a boutique-style property that's centrally located.

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Hotel Neri Relais & Chateaux

Scene

Historic building has gorgeous modern furnishings throughout the (few) sleek public spaces

Hotel Neri Relais & Chateaux is housed in what used to be two separate mansions, one that dates back to the 12th century. The result is gorgeous architecture seen in the Library's original wood coffering and stone arch in the lobby. All public spaces are thoughtfully decorated, like a velvet couch, cool wire light fixture and colorful paintings. Glass candle holders spread out along the floor and vases holding white lilies create a romantic vibe; the hotel primarily attracts couples, though families and business travelers will also be comfortable here. The rooftop garden is a serene spot to have a cocktail or snack in a space filled with lucite stools, hammocks and wicker chairs. Inside, the Library is chic with shelves of Barcelona-centric books, white slip-covered chairs and silver spherical decorations.

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Location

Ideally located for tourists in the historic Gothic Quarter of Barcelona

The hotel is located in the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona, the center or the Old City which houses many buildings dating to Medieval times. The neighborhood's western border is La Rambla, the iconic tree-lined street teeming with vendors, street performers, and tourists; its southern border is the Mediterranean; and its northern border is Playa de Catalunya. It's one of the most popular neighborhoods among tourists, and there are tons of restaurants (many al fresco), high-end shops, and specialty shops with local favorites like fans and espadrilles. Due to their popularity, these restaurants and shops can be very expensive and the neighborhood is victim to high rates of pickpocketing. The Barcelona airport is a 20-minute drive away and there are ample public transportation options surrounding the hotel. Note that some guests have had problems with their taxi driver knowing where the hotel is located, so setting up transportation through the hotel may be easier.

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Rooms

Gorgeous and spacious rooms outfitted in neutral tones with flat-screen TVs and pretty stone bathrooms

Even Standard Rooms at Hotel Neri are spacious and attractively decorated with wood floors, Victorian velvet chairs, and heavy, colorful drapes. Beds are comfortable with plush white bedding and a gray comforter; large paintings or distressed silver and gold fixtures hang above them. Intricate hanging wire lights are unique touches. Wooden desks, stocked minibars, and flat-screen TVs are standard. The bathrooms are gorgeously outfitted in quartzite stone and feature a large glass walk-in shower, cozy robes and luxury toiletries. Higher-priced guest rooms, like Deluxe Rooms and Suites, have a tub/shower combo. Upgrade to a Junior Suite for more seating. Some rooms have balconies of varying size and those overlooking the courtyard experience the most noise, as many local musicians flock there to play at night. Some guests have also complained that lighting in the rooms is too dim.

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Features

The Mediterranean restaurant, Lounge Bar, and rooftop garden are primary features; no spa, gym or pool

The small boutique property lacks a gym, pool and spa, but in-room massages are available. The Neri Restaurant serves Mediterranean-inspired dishes in a stylish space for all three meals and receives good reviews. The attached Lounge Bar is open from morning 'til around 1 a.m., and both guests and non-guests can order coffee, cocktails and snacks there. The outdoor Terrace is in the pretty courtyard and serves drinks and small bites. The rooftop garden is a highlight; brown wicker chairs and tables, lucite stools, and hammocks are mixed in with blooming flowers and plants. Drinks and appetizers can be ordered here. A private room seating 12 people is also available.

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Things You Should Know About Hotel Neri Relais & Chateaux

Also Known As

  • Neri Hotel & Restaurante

Address

Sant Sever, 5, Placa de Sant Felip Neri, Barcelona 08026, Spain

Website

Oyster Hotel Review

Hotel Neri Relais & Chateaux

Scene

Historic building has gorgeous modern furnishings throughout the (few) sleek public spaces

Hotel Neri Relais & Chateaux is housed in what used to be two separate mansions, one that dates back to the 12th century. The result is gorgeous architecture seen in the Library's original wood coffering and stone arch in the lobby. All public spaces are thoughtfully decorated, like a velvet couch, cool wire light fixture and colorful paintings. Glass candle holders spread out along the floor and vases holding white lilies create a romantic vibe; the hotel primarily attracts couples, though families and business travelers will also be comfortable here. The rooftop garden is a serene spot to have a cocktail or snack in a space filled with lucite stools, hammocks and wicker chairs. Inside, the Library is chic with shelves of Barcelona-centric books, white slip-covered chairs and silver spherical decorations.

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Location

Ideally located for tourists in the historic Gothic Quarter of Barcelona

The hotel is located in the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona, the center or the Old City which houses many buildings dating to Medieval times. The neighborhood's western border is La Rambla, the iconic tree-lined street teeming with vendors, street performers, and tourists; its southern border is the Mediterranean; and its northern border is Playa de Catalunya. It's one of the most popular neighborhoods among tourists, and there are tons of restaurants (many al fresco), high-end shops, and specialty shops with local favorites like fans and espadrilles. Due to their popularity, these restaurants and shops can be very expensive and the neighborhood is victim to high rates of pickpocketing. The Barcelona airport is a 20-minute drive away and there are ample public transportation options surrounding the hotel. Note that some guests have had problems with their taxi driver knowing where the hotel is located, so setting up transportation through the hotel may be easier.

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Rooms

Gorgeous and spacious rooms outfitted in neutral tones with flat-screen TVs and pretty stone bathrooms

Even Standard Rooms at Hotel Neri are spacious and attractively decorated with wood floors, Victorian velvet chairs, and heavy, colorful drapes. Beds are comfortable with plush white bedding and a gray comforter; large paintings or distressed silver and gold fixtures hang above them. Intricate hanging wire lights are unique touches. Wooden desks, stocked minibars, and flat-screen TVs are standard. The bathrooms are gorgeously outfitted in quartzite stone and feature a large glass walk-in shower, cozy robes and luxury toiletries. Higher-priced guest rooms, like Deluxe Rooms and Suites, have a tub/shower combo. Upgrade to a Junior Suite for more seating. Some rooms have balconies of varying size and those overlooking the courtyard experience the most noise, as many local musicians flock there to play at night. Some guests have also complained that lighting in the rooms is too dim.

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Features

The Mediterranean restaurant, Lounge Bar, and rooftop garden are primary features; no spa, gym or pool

The small boutique property lacks a gym, pool and spa, but in-room massages are available. The Neri Restaurant serves Mediterranean-inspired dishes in a stylish space for all three meals and receives good reviews. The attached Lounge Bar is open from morning 'til around 1 a.m., and both guests and non-guests can order coffee, cocktails and snacks there. The outdoor Terrace is in the pretty courtyard and serves drinks and small bites. The rooftop garden is a highlight; brown wicker chairs and tables, lucite stools, and hammocks are mixed in with blooming flowers and plants. Drinks and appetizers can be ordered here. A private room seating 12 people is also available.

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Airport Transportation

  • Balcony / Terrace / Patio

  • Basic Television

  • Cable

  • Concierge

  • Dry Cleaning

  • Internet

  • Kids Allowed

  • Laundry

  • Meeting / Conference Rooms

  • Mini Bar (with liquor)

  • Pets Allowed

  • Poolside Drink Service

  • Room Service

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

  • Swim-Up Bar

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