Hotel Colón in Barcelona

Overlooking a pedestrianized square and the Cathedral of Barcelona, this upscale hotel is an 8-minute walk from Liceu subway station and 1 km from Casa Batlló, Gaudi's dragon-roofed apartment block, which is now a museum.Refined rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars. Upgraded rooms include Nespresso machines, and some have furnished balconies. Suites add separate living rooms. Most quarters offer garden or cathedral views. Room service is available.There's an upmarket restaurant and a bar, both with patios and cathedral views. Other amenities include terraces, and an expansive spa with a rooftop relaxation pool.