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The 2-star Hotel Mare Nostrum is a popular hostal with all sorts of travelers, from backpackers to families, which is not surprising. Mare Nostrum has 32 comfortable rooms in a prime location off Las Ramblas, with welcoming extras such as continental breakfast, air-conditioning, and hydro-massage showers with radios.

Rooms are OK, but besides the aforementioned hydro-baths, there's not much special about them. Generally, the style here is mismatched furniture and clashing bedspreads in freshly-painted tidy rooms. The basics are covered though, and all rooms have telephones and cable televisions. Many also have small balconies (request ahead). Some of these balconies look out onto Sant Pau, a busy little street affording the opportunity to take in the hustle and bustle of daily life in the old city center.

All rooms have soundproofed windows, but those with street views will still be noisier, (and prettier!) than rooms in the back of the hotel, which are darker because of their interior location.

Mare Nostrum is a bit pricey in light of its basic amenities and overall feel. That said, air-conditioning and location alone may justify a small splurge. The hostal is near everything, with a Metro stop just a few meters away. A leisurely walk down La Rambla takes you from Nostrum to the sea. Walk five minutes up La Rambla and find yourself at Plaça Catalunya, in the center of the city.

Considering Nostrum's popularity, it's a good idea to book in advance.

» 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.

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La Rambla, 67
La Rambla, Barcelona, Spain

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