Thomas the manager was very helpful and pointed out places to visit & avoid, plus explaining Metro cost etc, If your looking for a standard hotel this is not that type, its simply a place to sleep after a long day out, clean & tidy, will defo go back again.

We booked this place last minute without doing a lot of research, so weren't sure what to expect. We booked a private suite and when we arrived, they told us the suite was in the owner's mother's apartment. While we were slightly worried about that at first, all of our worries were put aside when we met Maria - the mother - who was charming and sweet. She kept our room neat and tidy and we always felt that we and our things were safe with her. It turned out to be one of our favorite places on the trip. If you are looking for five-star treatment and a place all to yourself, pay for a spendy hotel - but if you want genuine hospitality, a comfortable place to return to, and a chance to meet new people and experience a new culture, you will find it here. Thank you Maria/Violet!

Prior to a cruise, my wife and I spent a night at the Residencia Australia. As other reviewers mentioned, this is not a luxury hotel, but it is a hotel that offers clean, air-conditioned rooms with comfortable beds in an excellent location at reasonable prices. We found Thomas the owner to be personable and helpful. If you take the Aerobus from the Barcelona airport, the hotel is very close to the Placa Universitat bus stop. Be aware that the office for the hotel is not on the street level, but on the 4th floor (use the elevator) of the building in which it is located. The hotel was only about 2 blocks from Placa de Catalunya, Las Ramblas, and the Gothic quarter of Barcelona with numerous stores, restaurants, and metro stations nearby. If we get to travel to Barcelona in the future, we would stay here again.

During our 2 week trip to Europe this was probably one of the best places we stayed at. Hostal Residencia Australia is owned by a wonderful guy (Thomas). He went above and beyond to ensure that we were comfortable and had all we needed. The room and bathroom were very clean. The location is also convenient as it is a few blocks from Plaza Catalunya and Passeig de Gracia. The view from the room was spectacular. All we needed! - An advice to all travelers going to Barcelona, try to go another time other than the summer months. The heat can be intense and the crowds can be unbearable. Have fun!!! Barcelona is so charming!