CiaoCiao2023
July 1, 2024
What a remarkable 4 nights we spent at Serras Hotel during our 1st trip to Barcelona! The location is second to none, backing up to the Gothic Quarter and facing Marina Port Vell. We were able to see so much of the city on foot, including the beaches. The hotel itself is modern and chic (and home to Picasso's 1st studio) with the most welcoming and professional staff, from the reception desk to the rooftop bar. We were greeted by Joao, who, along with his colleague Pao, offered us Cava, water, mimosas, hot towels, and delicious homemade chocolates, and informed us we'd been upgraded to a jaw-dropping Junior Suite as we are iPrefer members. He proceeded to give us a quick tour of this lovely boutique hotel, including the rooftop bar and pool, which we enjoyed several times during our stay (the view is expansive and awe-inspiring). Awaiting us in the room was complimentary chilled Cava (with a personalized bottle label!) and the hotel's homemade chocolates. Our corner Junior Suite was so well-appointed, including a full Jacuzzi tub, sitting area with a daybed and 2nd TV, and even a mobile phone to make free calls and texts around the city so we could keep our iPhones locked in the safe. Definitely the most comfortable bed and pillows we've ever enjoyed and incredible sound-proofed windows even though we were only 2 floors up from the street. We enjoyed a lovely dinner at Informal, the hotel's rooftop restaurant with a Michelin-starred chef, and we also had breakfast twice, with delicious buffet and a la carte options and charming service. With only 28 rooms and an abundance of capable staff always ready to open the front door, hail a cab or just ask how we liked a restaurant, the experience at Serras is stellar, and we're already planning to stay there again on our next trip to Barcelona.