Hotel Del MarEditor's Pick

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Situated between the Gothic Quarter and the beach, the 72-room, two-star Hotel de Mar is a primo spot for seeing the best of both Barcelona worlds: history and seaside.

Done up in blues and light woods, rooms at the Hotel de Mar are neither offensive nor inspired. Their chain hotel feel is somewhat blah and basic, but reliable. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen television, air conditioning and telephone, and some have balconies with vistas of the port. Bathrooms are basic but nice, with new fixtures, hair dryers, toiletries and some bathtubs.

A hearty breakfast is served for €9.00, possibly worth it for those who eat a lot. Otherwise, the nearby Café Born is a good pick for a cheap continental breakfast. There is no Wi-Fi in the guest rooms, but it is available in the lobby for an additional (and expensive) fee. And pet-lovers take note: The hotel accepts small dogs and, shockingly, does not charge extra for them.

Hotel de Mar is located within walking distance to the Barceloneta Metro stop, Picasso Museum, port and beach. There is great nightlife to be had in La Ribera, and some of the best seafood restaurants in Barcelona are found in La Barceloneta, the neighborhood just beside the hotel.

» Regina WB

Note: This hotel was visited by a EuroCheapo editor and is recommended based on cleanliness, location, price and overall quality. EuroCheapo did not charge this hotel to be listed.