“An excellent hotel, ideally placed.”
My wife and I booked this hotel for a 4-night stay. It completely lived up to our expectations and in many ways exceeded them. The staff were friendly and helpful, the cleanliness exemplary, the beds comfortable and the room well-appointed. On request our room was changed to a "superior con balcon" overlooking the street, which was reasonably quiet except one night when the street-cleaners decided to pressure-wash their bins at 4.30 am. Still, at least we felt in touch with the city and it was nice to have proper daylight and even a balcony on which to sit if you're not prone to vertigo (like most of those in Barcelona the rail is only hip-high). There was a safe in the room (small charge) and on the day of departure the hotel was happy to house our baggage in a secure room behind the reception desk. The optional buffet breakfast was lavish. It offered an excellent choice for all tastes. However, if all you want is coffee and a croissant, then you'd be better off saving charge and going round the corner to a local bar. The hotel's situation is ideal for exploring the city on foot. It's a mere five minutes' walk from Catalunya Plaza and La Rambla - even for a couple of seniors like us. The Metro is also very close by (Universitat). An airport bus drop-off is about 100m away, though you have to go to the far side of Catalunya Plaza for the return pick up. Book this hotel with confidence.