We had to sit on the bed while the other moved in room. No where to put your suitcases. Floors were not cleaned the 3 days we where stayed. Breakfast available but only 2 rolls and drink. Staff helpful except the bald fellow that didn't want to be asked any questions since he "was busy". Not in the best location for women to stay as it is in alley off the main area. We made sure to get back early but alley did have street lights. Beds OK, make sure to take your adapters or out of luck. would not stay there again. our room was across from the lift and heard everyone coming since walls are so thin. did allow us to get into room earlier than time allowed since we got off a cruise ship early morning. the taxi driver couldn't find the place since he had never heard of this hotel.

The location was great. Very clsoe to the subway and walking distance to the Ramblas/ restuarant strip in Barcelonetta/dockyard. The staff was friendly, free seasonal fruit was offered at the reception. The room was very small but clean. The tv didn't include any channels in English. No wi-fi (even with payment) available in the room. But god value for the price.

Having already traveled through Europe in 7 other countries, I am no stranger to the difference in accomadation standards from America to Europe. That being said, my girlfriends and I, who are all 25, wanted a hotel rather than a hostel, that was reasonably priced. Based on friends who have visited Barcelona before, we decided to focus on hotels only located in Barceloneta. This area is located right on the coastline, and this hotel, was actually 3 minute walking distance to the yellow line Barceloneta metra stop. That being said, we booked this hotel for location, despite a varying degree of reviews.

The pros to this hotel were: AMAZING location. WAlking distance to the metra, no need to take a taxi to and from the airport. Great proximity to small boutiques and little restaurants. Close to Plaza Real and only about 20 minutes walk to the beach and port. Also, the street this hotel is located on is VERY SMALL and pretty quiet (considering you are still in a big city)

The cons to this hotel were: The rooms are absolutely miniature. There was virtually NO room to put your suitcase anywhere. We actually disconnected the TV and put it in the wardrobe just so we could set one suitcase on that tv stand. The bathroom was the size of a standard American closet, and there was no walking room in the bedroom besides the space inbetween the two beds where the nightstand was. We booked two rooms at this hotel, with two people in each. We booked 3 months in advance and requested the rooms to be next to one another, upon arriving they had completely disregarded our request and the rooms were on different floors! Our other friends who were on the floor above us had no air conditioning working in the room, and when they went to lay on the bed, and lifted the pillow, there was a twinkie half eaten with crumbs! When they went to the front desk to ask for a change of room, the hotel was booked and no other rooms remained. The front desk sent a maid to their room to change the sheets and she proceeded to rip apart the bed in a rage, yelling in Spanish about how it was THEIR fault!

All in all, this hotel would work great for college students or people who are looking for an affordable hotel in a location that would otherwise cost an arm and a leg. Don't expect anything special from this hotel, besides the money you save by being able to walk everywhere. If I return to Barcelona, I'll spend the extra $100 a night, for a better experience elsewhere.

The Good: This hotel is in a great location on a quiet back street next to Estacio de Franca. It's less than a minute to walk to Barceloneta Metro station and is convenient for the City and the sea front. The popular Born area is just across the road (full of cafes and bars and a stones throw from the Picasso museum) as is the Park and Zoo. If you're travelling on a budget, you can often get this hotel for 50euros a night - good for a hotel in BCN.

The Bad: The hotel is very tired. The rooms are very, very small with drab decoration and faded fabrics. The ensuites are little bigger than a wardrobe and the walls (as is often the case in hotels) are very thin - a nightmare if you get noisy neighbours.

My Experience: I've stayed here twice now - the first time with no issues at all aside from a tempremental key card! My most recent visit was blighted by noisy neighbours who would return in the early hours and make as much noise as possible. The check in has been smooth and friendly and the accommodation has met my basic needs for a place to wash and sleep.

In conclusion, if your needs are basic, you're on a budget and prefer a hotel over a hostal then this hotel could be for you - provided you don't pay over the odds. However, If you like to spend time in your hotel room and have exacting standards, push the budget and look elsewhere.