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"Wonderful stay..." My partner and I have just returned from a mid week city break in Barcelona and i just felt that i should comment on the great accomodation we had whilst there...We arrived from the airport quite late in the evening and were greeted by friendly staff who wasted no time in checking us in and whisking our bags up to the room so we could get out into the city asap.The rooms were spacious by european standards with comfy beds and i have to say that some of the comments made by my american friends about the rooms being small are probably true in comparison to the many hotels i have stayed in during my visits to the US.However this hotel exudes an air of a much higher class hotel than the 3stars it declares.Maid service was outstanding with fluffy towels left every morning and complimentary toiletries,the breakfast choice was also very good with a range to suit most pallettes and served at a reasonable time 7am-11am so even late risers can get a hearty meal before getting into the sightseeing swing of things.Never used the restaurant in the evening so cannot comment on this but the lounge area is a perfect area to chill with an espresso after a hard days walking and the roof patio area with its sun loungers and small pool is great for relaxing also.Overall loved the hotel and will not hesitate to book straight away when we return to barcelona which we will as we loved it!! Also as a small note the hotel is only 2blocks from Gaudis apartment La Pedera and the Bus touristique buses which criss cross the city and are an absolute must for any visiting the city without a car is only a short 5/10min walk away.Place de Catalunya is about a 20minute walk but with so many street cafes to stop at and enjoy the atmosphere it doesnt really matter..Happy travelling!!!

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"Great Hotel" We stayed at the Astoria for 8 nights in October, while we visited with our daughter who was in Barcelona doing her "semester abroad". Although it isn't as close to the center of things as we might have wanted, the hotel itself was excellent. From reading other reviews, we asked for an outside room (facing the street). Our room was light, bright, spacious, and very clean. The staff were extremely helpful whenever we had any questions or needs. There is a small pool on the top floor and also a exercise room (very small), but clean and useful. The neighborhood surrounding the hotel is safe and there are little places to have coffee & delicious tapas or bakery items close by. We didn't actually eat in the hotel, but did have a drink or two there. The sitting areas in the lobby are very comfortable and my husband was able to do work there on his laptop. Be sure to bring good walking shoes to walk down to the Ramblas and to the older scenic parts of the city ,as it is about a 25-30 minute hike. There are plenty of cabs and a fabulous metro system that will take you most places.

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"Very nice Hotel & Location" The hotel is in a excellent location especially if you like to walk. It is a block from the Diagonal, 3 to 4 from Los Ramblas Cataluna which runs into Placa Cataluna and the start of Las Ramblas which will take you all the way to Port Vell and the Christopher Columbus statue. A block further is the Gracia. A great shopping street. Also there are two Gaudi works close on the Gracia. The breakfast buffet is average, but well worth visiting each morning. Additionally there are a great many bars and restaurants just outside the door in all price ranges. Finally there is a Taxi stand/stop across the street, very nice. The Hotel has been renovated recently and is in excellent shape. The bathrooms are typically europen for size but well done. The shower/tub water pressure was outstanding and the towels first rate. Excellent service from housekeeping as well as the front desk. Will definitly stay there again.

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"Passed the 3Cs Test - Convenient, Clean, Caring" A beautiful little hotel very conveniently located. Furniture was modern and chic; room and in fact the whole hotel was spotless. Hotel staff had some English and worked hard to be helpful. We didn't eat at the restaurant in the hotel and so cannot comment on the food although the dining room and bar were very inviting. There was some renovation in progress on our floor when we checked in but the workers were very considerate; noise/dust were no problem. There was an erotic merchandise shop close by but we didn't feel uncomfortable at all when walking in the area, day or night - no unsavory characters or activities that we could discern. We'd recommend this hotel to anyone.

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"Great hotel" We have just returned from a short break at the Hotel Astoria . Good location in less touristy suburb, just off the Balmes. Cafes on each corner with great food and atmosphere. Smart city hotel. Clean, spacious room with minibar, tv, free safe. Gleaming bathroom with fluffy white towels - great value.

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"Great little hotel" Hotel Astoria is a great value 3 star hotel with nice touches like a small swimming pool on the roof terrace (good for kids) a small sauna/ exercise room. Rooms were a decent size with mini bar and extremely clean - make sure you get a room with external windows. Exec rooms are available with their own small terrace. Helpful staff too! My companion had stayed in a couple of 4 stars which can be hit and miss in Barcelona and he thought the Astoria was much better value for money. Situated in a nice residential area about 15 mins walk from las Ramblas or 5 euros in a cab, plenty of restaurants nearby. Would definitely use this hotel again.

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