Le Méridien Barcelona — Hotel in Barcelona

The other hotel where we have picked to stay in Barcelona. We have split the stay so we checked in day 1, day 2 out of town and re-checked in again to the same hotel for day 3.

Location - Excellent. It's 2-3 minutes walk to Mercat la boqueria.

Room #1 Deluxe King

The room was okay, just standard hotel rooms, quite spacious I thought. The only thing that wasn't good was the toilet - the door was not functioning properly, it has some loud click every single time I open/close it. It was quite loud it is actually quite scary because I thought the door may fall anytime soon. We reported this at point of check out and reception took note of it (It was a room on the 5th floor but I forgot the number). Apparently nobody had made this remark so they haven't got enough info to fix it. Hopefully it's fixed now..

Because we were going out of town for a night and will re-check in again the next day, we requested for our luggages to be stored in the hotel and move it into the room the next day. The hotel said strictly no overnight luggage due to the bombing incident. However, I understand the need for the policy but this could be revised. I mean, your guests have stayed a night and have already prepaid for the next night, so why not allow this simple request? You can always have some device to scan the bags first just if you want to “buy an insurance”. I'm sure the hotel is able to check the background/history of their guest (where I am a SPG member so my history is visible to them?). I don't know, I just felt that the policy could be revised to accommodate genuine guests. We were offered (a) hotel services to move our luggage to wherever + luggage storage fee; (b) to walk to the nearest storage. Honestly very inconvenient because we are already checking in the next day... Wasted so much time here.... The only reason I picked Le Meridien again is because of the convenience but it wasn’t that convenient afterall.

Room #2 Deluxe King - Upgraded to Premium Deluxe Twin

Also, because of the inconvenience and the front desk staff felt really bad for us, he moved our room from deluxe to premium deluxe as a form of apology due to the strict policies. We were happy with the room as it was newly refurbished with the exception that we were given twin beds instead of king. We did not go down to change it because it was only a night and it was just too much trouble. I was pleasantly surprised by the curler in the room - it is absolutely useful!!! I hope every hotel I go to provides this too but they don't so, this is seriously a very high plus point!!

Concierge staffs: Bruno was very helpful with the exchange of emails for my reservations request. One thing to note about the concierge - there should always be a back up staff if one guest hogs the concierge staff for too long. I stood there for close to 10 minutes because one person sat there asking 101 questions (with maps and all) when I just wanted to ask a quick one. Twice that it happened that people were asking tonnes of questions and hogging a staff but nothing we can do except waiting and hoping for staff number 2 to appear.

Conclusion: In comparison with W where we have stayed earlier, the rooms were certainly not as beautiful/modern nor the view was as great as W’s. However, Le Meridien offers practical rooms and I got good sleep quality here, I did not have issues with noise and that is certainly WAY more important than beautiful bedroom/view. Also, the front desk staffs were a lot more professional in handling matters and I would definitely pick Le Meridien anytime over W - it is practical, professional and suitable for business. I also like the fact that they have security guards guarding the place 24/7 and they lock the main entrance after certain hours for security purposes. Again, in comparison, because W is a party place, anyone is free to walk in so security is not as good.

Other info: They offer free Casa Batllo tickets to guests too but we did not have enough time to see so we dropped the item of getting the tickets from...

Le Méridien Barcelona: A Sanctuary with Soul

Tucked gently along the vibrant tapestry of Las Ramblas — where history breathes through narrow alleys and sunlight spills like golden silk over timeless balconies — stands Le Méridien Barcelona, a hotel of rare, quiet magnificence. It does not shout its presence; it glows with it — like a well-loved novel found in a hidden library, waiting to be savored slowly, page by page.

From the first step inside, the world seems to hush. The city’s clamor yields to calm. You are met not with formality, but genuine warmth, a feeling that cannot be faked or forced. The front desk staff — luminous in their attentiveness — carry the soul of hospitality in every glance and gesture. There is no concierge here, and none is needed. These are not employees reading from a script — they are human beings who see you, hear you, and go above and beyond to ensure you feel not like a guest, but like an honored friend returning home.

The rooms are refined sanctuaries, where Barcelona’s creative spirit dances quietly in curated design. Muted tones cradle you in comfort; textures invite the fingertips to linger; and the atmosphere — so rare in a bustling city — is one of peace. Here, sleep arrives gently, like a whispered lullaby. Morning light filters through sheer curtains with a painter’s touch, and the city waits just beyond — but never intrudes.

And then, the breakfast — a poem of flavor, composed each morning with reverence. Flaky croissants, sun-kissed fruits, rich Catalan delicacies, and espresso that wakes not only the body, but the heart. The staff here, too, shine — attentive without hovering, gracious without effort. There is something profoundly human in the way they serve: with presence, with pride, with soul.

Le Méridien is a paradox made perfect — centrally located, yet blissfully quiet. Step outside, and Barcelona sings in every language. Step back in, and the song softens, replaced by the tranquil hum of thoughtful elegance. The building embraces you with its understated beauty; the team sustains you with quiet joy.

This is not a hotel of spectacle — it is a hotel of soul. Of character. Of love. You do not stay here to be seen; you stay here to be restored. And when you leave, you carry with you more than memories. You carry gratitude.

Le Méridien Barcelona is a gentle masterpiece — not flashy, but unforgettable. Not opulent, but deeply, exquisitely human.

I recommend it not just highly — but...

The customer service at this hotel is horrible, there are a few good staff members but they are few and far between. I'll be honest this will be the last Marriott hotel I'll stay at. I spend about half a year each year in hotels and I usually book Hiltons due to great customer service and non-judgmental employees. However, it seems all the Hilton's downtown were full and had no more rooms left.

When we first arrived at the hotel me and my wife were both carry luggage's and my wife had a baby with her. The staff just watched as we struggled up the steps and never asked to help. Once realizing we were staying there during the next few days they decided to help with opening doors / luggage's. However, first impressions are key.

After we checked in at the front desk we were told the room was not ready. It is already 3pm... We were explained that there was a late check out in the room and that it would be ready by 4 and we would be notified when the room was ready. We waited till about 4:30 before I reached out and talked to the front desk. At this time we were notified that our room was ready. If the room was all good to go you (as the hotel employee's) should probably reach out...

Lastly our room smelled of heavy smoking. We booked a non-smoking room since both me and my wife are not smokers. I am actually extremely sensitive to smoke and also it is not great for my baby. No parent wants second-hand smoke pressed upon their 1 year old child. As I reported this to the hotel staff I was answered with what can we do? Its pretty clear... I booked a room that was non-smoking change the room or refund some of my money. This just wasn't worth my time to argue and delay our vacation even more (time is valuable). They did offer to clean the room again... I guess they didn't realize that smoke vapors soak into everything not sure how you are going to clean it out.

Anyways if I was to compare this hotel to another hotel out there in America. I'd probably pick a motel 6/8. Lastly I'll leave with a positive note the location is nice!

I highly advise and recommend for anyone with families and do not dress in a overly exerting manner of flaunting money in...