Hlg City Park Pelayo

Stayed there for 5 days at the beginning of July. Just a short walk along a busy shopping street meant that it was easy to find and felt very safe to get to both day and night. Nice and friendly staff throughout. Room was good, with air con and a free safe in room. Also a small fridge in room. Wooden floors in room gave it a city hotel feel rather than a typical Spanish hotel, which made the hotel feel more modern. Breakfast is in the basement in a cellar type room that has large comfy leather chairs to sit it. Lots of yogurts and cold meats, with different juices and a coffee machine available. Everything was constantly replenished. Excellent location and value. Would def stay here again when next in Barcelona.

Lynne, Glasgow
Other

The City Park Pelayo is open 24 hours so there was no problem for my friend and I to get to our rooms, despite not arriving until just after 10pm. The receptions speak English and were helpful, making checking in very easy. The pictures of the hotel's outside make it appear as though it is situated on the corner but it is actually just before the end of the road, although it is easy to spot. The rooms were small but clean, tidy and appropriate for a short stay in Barcelona. We were there for a long weekend and it did the trick perfectly. It can be quite noisy what with the traffic and revellers outside, but after all of the siteseeing, heat and the odd tipple we didn't have any problems falling straight to sleep. Breaksfast is in the dimly-lit cellar but it is clean and comfortable and unless you are really fussy then it does the trick prefectly. There is a choice of breads, meat and cheese, as well as yoghurt, cornflakes and pastries. The fruit bowl was a little undesirable but there is supermarket and Boqueria market on the Ramblas, just a short walk away, so there is plenty of opportunity to stock up on fruit. Our room had a small fridge, safe, television, coffee machine and a separate bathroom with a shower and bath. The air conditioning proved to be a life-saver after a long day out in 32 degree temperatures and the fridge meant that we always had cold bottled water - which was definitely needed. The hotel is in a safe and ideal location for getting to the Ramblas, Place De Catalunya, the tourist bus and the Metro (all a short walk away). Apart from booking a twin room and getting a double room, there isn't really much to complain about this hotel. It is best suited for a short break as the rooms are 'cosy' although not uncomfortably small. It's ideal for couples or families, especially as it is quieter then staying the Ramblas - which is what we had hoped to do but now think that wouldn't have been a wise option for those who like to sleep at night, or day!! For those concerned abot getting there, the metro runs every few minutes, even on a Sunday, and you need to get onto the Red Line 1 to Place De Catalunya and then head up the road that is the road to the right of the Ramblas, as you are looking at it. Walk to the end of Calle Palai and it is on the right-hand side. Hotels along the way have English speaking receptionists and will guide you if lost - as we discovered. Hope that helps!

Victoria, England
Group of Young Friends/Couples

Stayed there in April 2008. Great location, 5. minutes walk to the La Rambla and Plaza Catalonia. Restaurants and shops just outside. Small supermarket on the other corner. Rooms are clean, rather small. We were though three in one room. Fridge and a safe. Breakfast was fine, fruits, bread, ham, brie. I absolutely recommend this hotel.

Jóhanna, Iceland
Other

Booked a room for three people so pleased to find it had 3 single beds. Room and hotel had adequate facilities that functioned correctly. Breakfast fine and staff lovely, although the breakfast room is poorly designed with big bulky chairs taking up so much room, you are hard pushed to find a seat. Room we stayed in was a good size, however, a few more facilities like a mirror and waste bin in the main room would have made a longer stay more comfortable. Locationwise, this is close to the top of La Ramblas, a short walk to Catalunya Square where the tourist buses are, and opposite the nearest tube stop. If you have two days or less in Barcelona, stay here because you will waste no time finding your way around.

Teresa, Bristol
Group of Mature Friends/Couples

Perfect Location. We used Hop on Hop off bus which was 24 Euros for two days and took you to all main Sights. Hotel clean but breakfast room a bit small. Would have liked something cooked as well as cold buffet and mybe some muesli instead of just cornflakes.

Jan, Guildford
Other

We were really impressed with this hotel and it definately deserves a higher rating than 2*!! Its location is PERFECT, couldn't have asked for a better location and the staff were very nice and helpful. The rooms were clean, modern and the air conditioning meant we could get away from the heat and cool down! Would definately go again.

Rebecca, Lancashire
Young Couple (18-35)

Great location about 50 metres from Metro (Universitat) and 2 blocks from Las Ramblas. Very friendly staff and adequate continental breakfast with cereal, cold meat, cheese and breads etc. Only downside was the weather was unusually warm for March (27C) and the air conditioning wasnt working!

Bill Rogers, Ayrshire Scotland
Other

Great location, very clean, friendley staff. Just get the Aerobus from the airport (3.75 euro) get off at catalunia place and you are a 5 minute walk from the hotel.

You must try the German bar acrooss the road, great tapas and beer.

Would stay here again

Gary Bailey, Manchester UK
Mature Couple (36+)

The room was small but adequate and clean, but there could be a bit more choice to the continental breakfast. Also it would be great to have English subtitles to some of the Spanish programmes. Excellent location as I have stayed in the area before.

Lorraine Hillhouse, London
Other

We had an excellent stay and would thouroughily recommend it to anyone.

Kathleen McDonnell, Cork/ Ireland
Group of Mature Friends/Couples