Aparthotel Arai 4* Superior – Review
The Aparthotel Arai 4* Superior is located in the heart of the gothic neighborhood of Barcelona and features an outdoor pool, a gym with a sauna, and a terrace on the roof with amazing views of the city.
The hotel is housed within a historic XVIII century building, officially labeled as a “historical monument” by the city of Barcelona.
The rooms are elegant and rustic, with exposed stone walls and large windows. All are equipped with air conditioning, free WIFI, flat-screen satellite TV, sofa, and kitchen area with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker. The rooms also all feature a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries and a hair drier.
The hotel also is home to the Palosanto tavern, which specializes in classic Spanish tapas and the Kokka bar and grill, the first Peruvian eatery in Barcelona.
The Ramblas and the Liceu metro station are both just 5 minutes away on foot. The old port of Barcelona is just 10 minutes away as well.
Bedrooms at Aparthotel Arai
The establishment has 31 rooms available, that are clean and spacious. The rooms are decorated with a mix of the original details of the 18th-century building with modern touches to create a sophisticated décor. You will find a combination of light grey walls, exposed brick, and beams, and floors of dark aged wood planks.
The beds are dressed in silver and gold patterned bedspreads and white sheets. Rooms feature leather sofas with wooden seats and cabinets and fully equipped kitchenettes framed by distressed white cabinets. Full-size refrigerators stocked with alcohol and other beverages are located alongside small sinks and countertops with microwaves, stoves, kettles, and Nespresso machines (guests must purchase their own Nespresso pods).
The bathrooms are dark and warm and especially well equipped. The floor and walls feature black marble, which also decorates the vanities that also feature embossed, black metal basins. The showers have rain effect showerheads.
The establishment offers several different types of rooms including The Deluxe, Superior, and Executive Rooms (27 to 38 square meters), Family Rooms (32 to 38 square meters), and Jewell Suites ( 55 square meters) which feature two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two balconies, each with whirlpool tubs.
Restaurants and food
The hotel has an excellent and charming restaurant on the premises named Palosanto. This traditional Catalonian tavern offers a menu filled with traditional Catalonian and Mediterranean dishes, made with the freshest and highest quality ingredients available.
If you are looking to enjoy a bite to eat near your hotel Palosanto is a really great option.
Location
The hotel is located in the famous Gotico neighborhood of Barcelona, near to many of the cities main attractions. The hotel is within walking distance from the Barceloneta Marina, the Ciutadella Park, and the Picasso Museum of Barcelona.
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