I stayed here 3 nights on my first trip to Barcelona last week. If I could give it 4 1/2 stars I would, but I'm rounding up because my disappointments are few and trivial.
The location is superb for the price. As others have mentioned, walking distance to La Rambla, Gothic Quarter, Palau Guell (Commissioned Home completed by Gaudi and well worth a tour!), the water/beach, metro stations, and much more! I never felt at risk or unsafe at this location, but it does feel a little sketchy if you wander too far in the opposite direction. I'm glad I stayed here and not some of the other nearby locations that fall in the middle of the sketchy zone.
The staff was extraordinary! We arrived after a 16 hour overnight commute from the US and we were exhausted even though it was 6am and well before check in time. The staff held our bags for us and directed us to a nearby coffee shop that also had snacks and sandwiches (365 - check it out! Very good!). They got us a room as quickly as they could as patrons checked out and they could clean the room. They also serve breakfast for 16€. We didn't eat it as there is SO MUCH good food within walking distance at cheaper prices, but it looked fresh and delicious.
The room was sufficient and clean. It was fairly large for the area which was nice. The whole facility felt somewhat new/renovated. The water was hot and the room contained a safe. The bed was quite hard, but still sleepable. Hand soap and body wash were provided via large dispensers on the wall and one towel per person was available. If you need other amenities you should bring them as that is literally all they provide. They had a tv although we didn't really use it. DO go see the rooftop even if it is too cold to swim. We enjoyed a sunset there and it is a memory I'll carry for my lifetime. Cleaning crew came daily and were thorough.
I would definitely stay here again and recommend to others. It isn't fancy, but it is affordable and quite nice for what you pay. Ask the desk for a map and and anything else you're looking for (food, drinks, sites, etc). Thank you Andante!!! read more