Direct and easy access to the most interesting points of the city including the enchanting Old Town, the site of the 1992 Olympic games on Montjuïc, Gaudi’s Park Güell and the famous Mediterranean beaches. Regional trains can be taken for day trips from the nearby Paseo de Gracia to interesting sites outside the city such as the popular beach town Sitges or the fascinating land formation and monastery on Montserrat. Closer to your Barcelonan home-from-home is Gaudi’s impressive Casa Mila, also known to the locals as La Pedrera (or quarry), or the Casa Batlló, which locals call the “bone house” due to the unusual shape of the columns on the first floor. Both of which can be visited and include informative guided tours giving insights to the genius behind the work of this important architect. The hotel was built in 1864 by another famous architect, Josep Cerdà, and has since been classified as historic monument. It retains the original paintings and ornaments from that period. This comfortable 4 star accommodation is an ideal place for a peaceful and relaxing stay in a safe part of the city centre. Furnished in a modern and elegant style, the 124 guestrooms are equipped with all the comforts to satisfy the requirements of even the most discerning of guests. 24 hour room service, air conditioning, satellite TV, in-room safe, wireless internet connection, full length mirror, hair dryer, minibar and direct dial telephone are the amenities awaiting guests. Some rooms have a terrace with table and chairs Dine at the onsite restaurant offering a variety of mouth-watering dishes and later unwind with a drink at the pleasant atmosphere afforded in the bar. The hotel also offers 6 well-appointed conference rooms accommodating up to 330 people for an array of functions. In addition a parking area is also available onsite for your convenience. < hide more details