Katie D.
Google
I had a fantastic, if too short stay at the Claris while awaiting a cruise out of Barcelona.
First the rooms are small, even by European standards, but thoughtfully laid out, while the bathroom is quite large. The large tub was very welcoming after a long day of shopping. I find the hotel well situated, in a quiet neighborhood just a block away from Passeig de Gràcia station and the luxury stores.
I had both breakfast and tapas at the hotel, with both being excellent. Breakfast was a combination of buffet with a made-to-order egg station, and I had some confusion about how to order. Luckily, the waiter was fantastic and attentive, explaining the process and keeping me well caffeinated.
Service throughout the hotel was impeccable as I would expect from a five star property. I arrived early in the morning and the front desk staff was able to store my luggage and text me when my room was ready, but also put in a rush dry cleaning order before I even checked in. My luggage was waiting in my room when I did check in later in the day. Staff were also able to quickly repair an issue with my window while I was out to dinner.
I also greatly enjoyed the small museum located inside the hotel, as well as the historical headboard inside my room. My stay also included free admission to the nearby Egyptian Museum of Barcelona also owned by Mr. Clos’s foundation. All of Mr. Clos’s hotels apparently include a museum.