Barcelona, as one of Spain's most important and largest cities, offers the visitor an abundance of cultural things to see and do.
Famous sights include the impressive Sagrada Família, the bustling Ramblas, several outstanding Gaudí buildings and a good selection of museums and galleries.
Also, a rather unique characteristic of the city is the fact that it also lies on the coast and offers the rarity of sandy beaches and sunbathing; an ideal situation for those looking for culture as well as a bit of sea-side relaxation.
Of course accommodation will play a relatively large part in how much you enjoy your visit.
A 3-star hotel will usually provide at least the minimum in the services and amenities expected for a comfortable and relaxing stay.
Like many major cities, there is a good choice of 3 star hotels in Barcelona.
They can be found all over the city, but for convenience it would probably be best to stay in a hotel in or close to the city centre, so that you can easily discover Barcelona on foot, even though the city's public transport system is both cheap and efficient.
The centre of Barcelona is quite compact, making it viable to explore on foot.
Furthermore, the centre is well connect via the city's comprehensive metro network.
In the centre you will find the Cathedral, Gaudí's La Pedrera, the main shopping centre, some of the city's best restaurants and cafes and many of the museums, such as the Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art, Picasso Museum, the Maritime Museum and much more.
The following Barcelona hotels are well located in the city centre, one near Plaza Catalonia, one close to the Sagrada Família and the other directly on the Ramblas.
3-star Hotel Gran Ducat Barcelona: This hotel is a modern place to stay and run by friendly, professional staff.
Located just off Plaza Catalonia, you will be close to where the Ramblas begin and where the city's main shopping area can be found.
There are 64 good-sized guest rooms in total, all en suite, air conditioned and well equipped with today's mod cons.
Famous sights include the impressive Sagrada Família, the bustling Ramblas, several outstanding Gaudí buildings and a good selection of museums and galleries.
Also, a rather unique characteristic of the city is the fact that it also lies on the coast and offers the rarity of sandy beaches and sunbathing; an ideal situation for those looking for culture as well as a bit of sea-side relaxation.
Of course accommodation will play a relatively large part in how much you enjoy your visit.
A 3-star hotel will usually provide at least the minimum in the services and amenities expected for a comfortable and relaxing stay.
Like many major cities, there is a good choice of 3 star hotels in Barcelona.
They can be found all over the city, but for convenience it would probably be best to stay in a hotel in or close to the city centre, so that you can easily discover Barcelona on foot, even though the city's public transport system is both cheap and efficient.
The centre of Barcelona is quite compact, making it viable to explore on foot.
Furthermore, the centre is well connect via the city's comprehensive metro network.
In the centre you will find the Cathedral, Gaudí's La Pedrera, the main shopping centre, some of the city's best restaurants and cafes and many of the museums, such as the Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art, Picasso Museum, the Maritime Museum and much more.
The following Barcelona hotels are well located in the city centre, one near Plaza Catalonia, one close to the Sagrada Família and the other directly on the Ramblas.
3-star Hotel Gran Ducat Barcelona: This hotel is a modern place to stay and run by friendly, professional staff.
Located just off Plaza Catalonia, you will be close to where the Ramblas begin and where the city's main shopping area can be found.
There are 64 good-sized guest rooms in total, all en suite, air conditioned and well equipped with today's mod cons.
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