We had a reservation at the sister hotel Regencia Colon, but when we arrived on May 1, the Regencia said they had overbooked and were transferring us to the "four star" Colon. Unfortunately, the Colon is not up to par. The rooms were hot and the air conditioning hadn't yet been turned on for the summer. Moreover, the bedspread, carpeting,... more

This is an above-average hotel in a great location! It is right on the square by the Cathedral and steps from the Ramblas, the Picasso Museum, many shops and restaurants, and an easy walk to the waterfront. The location cound not have been better. The lobby and entrance is very elegant, with professional English-speaking staff. The room was nice but... more

Well located - Cathedral opposite and Ramblas very close. more

We stayed in Barcelona a few years ago in the Eixample district uptown. The location of the Colon was much better. You can walk everywhere except some of the Gaudi sites. Its right on a nice pedestrian i.e. quiet square across from the Cathedral. We had booked a triple and then changed to a double but they gave us the... more

This place has a terrific location. Six of us stayed here recently in a variety of rooms-- some single. Front desk staff is agreeable-- but not very good is suggesting restaurants. After a week-long visit and I would have no trouble in suggesting it to others. Susan Walker, Vancouver, Canada more

I'm more of a 2-3* hotel kind of person and not used to staying at such a 4* hotel like Hotel Colon. I didn't have much choice when booking a hotel in Barcelona because this was a last-minute trip. The hotel is of the old world 4* style, rather than the modern minimalistic kind. It's more suited for older folks,... more

Location is amazing! Would highly recommend this hotel more

The Hotel Colon faces the Plaza in front of the Cathedral. The classic architecture is pleasing, and the location can't be beat. It's around the corner from the Palace of Music, quite close to the Ramblas, and near several of the historical museums. The area is honeycombed with smart shops and boutiques and restaurants are in abundance. The lobby is... more

Very pretty, and perfectly located, we were received graciously and treated attentively throughout our stay. The bathroom was well appointed (the whirlpool bath and amenities were welcome after our long, international flight), and the dressing room/closet accommodated our American luggage better than most European hotels. We did not reserve a room with a view of the Cathedral, after seeing photos... more