We stayed in an apartments of this hotel/hostel. It was a one bedroom with living room and a small balcony on a 4th floor walk-up. There were two twin beds in one room and another double bed in the second room, which also doubled as the eating/living area. The balcony looked down on the small street and made us feel like we were living in the city.
The only problem was the incredibly small bathroom (small tub with shower and sink) and the separate toilet in a closet. I have traveled around alot, but this toilet was something else! I am 5 feet tall and even I had trouble sitting down with the door closed. The place was old and not for the those who want squeaky clean, but the location was perfect
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The only problem was the incredibly small bathroom (small tub with shower and sink) and the separate toilet in a closet. I have traveled around alot, but this toilet was something else! I am 5 feet tall and even I had trouble sitting down with the door closed. The place was old and not for the those who want squeaky clean, but the location was perfect-on a small street right off Plaza Catalunya. So if location is what you are after and you don't mind stairs, this is a good choice. Another advantage is the convenience of Plaza Catalunya. From the airport or train station, you can take a direct bus that drops you off at the plaza. From there, the hotel is only a five minute walk. The main subway and bus stops are also at the plaza, as is the main tourist office.
In addition to individual apartments, there are rooms available in the main building next door. Single or double rooms, with double or twin beds, with or without private bathrooms. All prices are listed on the website.
I found the staff very nice and helpful. We also left our documents and valuables at the front desk. At first, I was worried about leaving in a drawer at the desk but it has an attendant 24 hours a day. I thought it was much safer than leaving them in my room or carrying them in my money pouch.
Here is the website for Hosteria Grau: http://www.intercom.es/grau/
In addition to many photos of the apartments and rooms, there is also a nice selection of Barcelona photos.
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