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Plaza del Castillo 1, 31001 Pamplona, Spain
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Gran Hotel La Perla
Ranked #2 of 38 hotels in Pamplona
4.5 of 5 stars 31 Reviews
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Philadelphia, PA
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Perfect for Bull Running”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

If heading to Spain for the san Fermin Festival, this is THE place to stay. The hotel is right on the main plaza and the daily bull run takes place right around the corner from the hotel. Everything from the front desk service to the quality of the rooms was top notch and you couldn't ask for a better location.
Only downside? Since the party never stops during the festival and the hotel is in the center of the action, earplugs would be strongly encouraged if you want to get some serious sleep. Even with the soundproofed rooms couldn't keep all of the noise out during the late night parades.

Room Tip: A basic room was perfect for two travelers. No need to upgrade to a fancy room unless you have the m...
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  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Melbourne, Australia
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
“You won't be disappointed - the only choice !”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2011
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A charming and historic hotel in the very best of locations at the heart of this delightful city.
For us, the immediate area had the best tapas so far in Spain - Mo next Europa and Bar Caucho were our favourites.
Whilst the rooms sizes are not generous, most rooms seem to enjoy a balcony with either a view of the city's main square or the main lane of the bull lane.
My only gripe was parking was almost 20% of the room rate however the hotel did offer free wifi and service was attentive and personal.
Enjoy.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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regina, canada
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
“Fantastic hotel, terrific value”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 August 2011
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Stayed here in late July (after the bull running was over) in the middle of a month long trip around northern Spain. Based on the reviews we expected something great, but this hotel still exceeded our expectations. It's located right on the main plaza, close to all of the things worth seeing in Pamplona. The shower room was our favourite part of the room, consisting of a large (at least 40 sq ft) tiled room that included a 3-way setting for directing the water. The bath towels were huge, and the complimentary robes luxurious. Even the his and her swag bags full of toiletries provided by the hotel were first rate. My wife had trouble finding pillows that she liked at most of the hotels we stayed at, but not at this hotel, which provided 3 different types, in varying sizes and firmness. The flooring in the hotel lobby, stairs and halls was marble through-out, and provided a very classy feel. And to top it off the hotel staff were very friendly and helpful, without being snobs. They quickly learned our names and greeted us when we left and returned. If you are going to Pamplona, do yourself a favour and stay here. One final thing - the value was fantastic. We paid twice as much at some other hotels and enjoyed our stays half as much as we did at La Perla. Would definitely stay here again, this was our favourite hotel of the entire trip.

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Birmingham
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“High quality hotel in superb location”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2011
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We weren´t expecting to stay at La Perla because we´d actually booked into the 3 star hotel La Maisonnave. So it was quite unexpected when we were upgraded to stay here!
The location was unrivalled within Pamplona, right on the main square, surrounded by beautiful backstreets full of Pintxos bars and tavernas.
The room itself was superb, very clean, spacious and with an impressive wetroom.

We would highly recommend this hotel if you´re looking for a luxurious getaway in the heart of Pamplona.

  • Stayed April 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
“A must !”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2011
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This famous hotel has a legacy, overlooking the city main square. As an hotelier, I knew while staying an overnight in Pamplona this hotel is a must. After the renovation, preserving the old atmosphere of the old veteran La Perla, the hotel is a jewel. Our room was fantastic. Big and specious with a balcony to the Ansiero street where one can watch the San Fermin Bull Run in summer.

The bed was great, the bathroom was an adventure and the entire stay was something to remember, thinking of Ernst Hemingway staying in a room above you many years ago.

Just minor things to improve – a duvet blanket is much more appropriate in this kind of a hotel instead of the wool one. The automatic lights are too complicated to handle and when you wake up at the night to go to the bathroom the whole corridor is suddenly full of light. But – it is a must hotel for visitors to the city.

Go for it.

  • Stayed April 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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  • La Perla Pamplona
Address: Plaza del Castillo 1, 31001 Pamplona, Spain
Price range (per night):* INR9,976 - 100,481

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