Serras Barcelona
Historic luxury with a sea-view rooftop terrace
About this hotel
Serras Barcelona occupies a historic building in the Gothic Quarter where Pablo Picasso started his career in 1896, and the hotel has preserved the original facade while adding five-star services including airport pick-up, limousine transfer and valet parking. Rooms feature private balconies facing either Port Vell or Merce Street, air conditioning, soundproofing and a Smart HD TV, so the sea view depends on which balcony a guest is assigned rather than being guaranteed throughout the building. The rooftop terrace itself looks out over Port Vell with genuinely attractive sea views, a lounge atmosphere built for a cocktail over chill-out music rather than a pool day. Downstairs, a restaurant serves Catalan specialities and Mediterranean tapas across breakfast, lunch and dinner, and the address sits about 10 minutes from the Gothic Quarter's main sights.
- Sea-view rooftop terrace
- Historic Gothic Quarter building
- Limousine service
- Catalan restaurant
Our take
This suits travelers who want a genuine sea view rooftop paired with historic character and full luxury service, rather than a modern tower or a pool-focused terrace. Guests should request a port-facing balcony directly, since some rooms instead face Merce Street in the Gothic Quarter, and those wanting a swimming pool should check the property's separate facilities rather than assuming the rooftop includes one.
- ✓Request a room with a port-facing balcony specifically if the sea view matters, since some rooms instead face Merce Street.
- ✓Visit the rooftop terrace in the early evening for the best light over Port Vell rather than at midday.
- ✓Combine a stay here with a walk through the Gothic Quarter, both the cathedral and Las Ramblas being about 10 minutes away on foot.
Why we love it
- Rooftop terrace with sea views over Port Vell
- Historic building linked to Picasso
- Limousine and valet parking service
- Catalan and Mediterranean restaurant on site