 Our quiet room was at the back overlooking the bar courtyard We had almost constant noise until late into the night from the radio television music sounding out across the area from the big screen just under our window forcing us to keep it closed which would not be our preference When open it also let in the cigarette smoke from below Not ideal Having been provided with cups for hot drink making we had them taken away by the chamber maids on more than one occasion When they were actually left in the room they were left unwashed something which we did not feel we should be doing in the bathroom sink They also took away the extra sheet that was provided upon request Both these shortcomings meant having to ask the reception staff for replacements 
 As noted in previous reviews this hotel is in a great location for the old city the Ramblas and the harbour Just one minute walk from the Liceu metro station with fast frequent trains to all parts of the city Comfortable bed in a reasonably sized room with good provision of quality toiletries plus travel essentials Pre requested kettle and cups were supplied and appreciated Excellent choice of buffet breakfast with a range of mainly continental items plus a few cooked things which didn t look particularly appetising apart from the scrambled egg which was good for a hotel mass producing There was also a trolley of interesting healthy items which went down well Breakfast staff were friendly efficient and helpful They were also happy to accommodate a request for gluten free items 