Ratings based on 1,541 Verified Reviews
3.7 Room cleanliness
4.0 Service & staff
3.3 Room comfort
3.9 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler
Posted 22 Sep 2016 on Hotels
I was not allowed to stay because the hotel decided to give my booked room to another client and i was NOT refunded my money! Such a bad hotel!
by Yen Yuan
Posted 2 Sep 2016 on Hotels
Recommended
for Studentsby A verified traveler from Durham, UK.
Better that what I expected from the reviews.
Posted 31 Aug 2016
Pros: The hotel was a new building which meant it was clean and you could tell that it was also well maintained.
Cons: The entrance barriers would be better, as I got trapped in one trying to get my luggage through on leaving.
Location: The location was right next to a metro station and only a ten minute walk from major sites and destinations, perfect!
On reading the other reviews for the hotel I expected a hostel experience that I've had while traveling Europe and the US, however this hotel far exceeded my expectations. The staff were friendly, always willing to help and seemed capable of speaking many languages, the buildings were clean and well maintained and the rooms, while being somewhat small, were clean and comfortable with all the amenities you could need. (Except for a hairdryer, which is apparently important to some.)
I can understand why some people think it's a hostel, because there is a shared kitchen down the hall and room service only applies if you're there longer than six days, but if you needed new sheets, towels or anything else all you had to do was simply ask. Doesn't seem like too much of a hardship.
All I can say is that in my opinion the hotel was excellent and I would not hesitate to return and those who expected five star service for the pennies they paid for their stay are expecting a little too much. I doubt they could ever give a satisfactory review.
by Fraser from Ripon
satisfactory
Posted 31 Aug 2016 on Hotelssatisfactory, close to transport links and beach withinwaliking distance
by A verified traveler
Basic
Posted 24 Aug 2016 on HotelsBasic place, breakfast poor, good location
Recommended
for Everyoneby A verified traveler from Uk
Would consider this hotel again but not 1st choice
Posted 20 Aug 2016Was shocked to find out you have to pay extra to have your room cleaned or towels changed. Quite difficult to clean the shower yourself as the shower head is fixed. Good location, 2 metro stops from the ramblas or the beach with 2 different lines close by. Shared kitchen was a bonus for cheap breakfast and use of fridge and freezer. Staff helpful and friendly.
Recommended
for Everyoneby A verified traveler from England
Nice, cheap, simple. All you need for a city break
Posted 20 Aug 2016Fantastic staff, always really helpful. Room was small but had all we needed and was clean. Rooftop pool was an added bonus.
by Ben from London
Great budget hotel
Posted 18 Aug 2016 on HotelsWould recommend for anyone traveling on a budget
by A verified traveler from boston
Not a hotel more like a hostel
Posted 31 Jul 2016Not a good experience, check in is at three but we get there a little early so we decided to leave our belongings we came back at 6:30 our room wasn't ready yet so they make us wait for like 45 minutes then we were told we can't have friends visitors because of the facilities policy... It would be nice if they tell you that when you book ur room
by Dahlia from New York, NY
Comfortable but secluded
Posted 23 Jul 2016 on HotelsThe Residencia Melondistrict Marina is apparently actually dorms for students during the year. In the summer though, most of the students are gone and it is clearly rented out by tourists like us. The rooms being dormlike are quite compact and small, and they do not have any beds larger than a full size. Although they are tight quarters, but they are designed well and quite functional. We slept well and comfortably. If on the other hand you really need your space, pick a different hotel, it can be quite tight, especially with 2 people in a room. There is a pool (which we didn't get a chance to use), and a common area with couches, a TV and a kitchen. There is a fridge and each room has their own "cubby" or drawer inside the fridge (clearly intended for longer stays). There are vending machines to buy snacks and a cafe that serves breakfast downstairs. Housekeeping doesn't come everyday since these are intended to be dorms, but free wifi is available in the room. So although the hotel is quite comfortable and I'm sure quite convenient for students, but there are very few restaurants in the area and no supermarkets or grocery stores. The area feels very residential and quite secluded. So on my next visit to Barcelona, if I can manage to find a hotel that is more central, that would be my preference, but if I cannot find something at a reasonable price then I certainly wouldn't mind staying here again since it was quite a comfortable stay.
