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A stylish new addition to Poblenou, Amistat has attractively designed common areas, with a
beanbag-filled lounge with DJ set-up, a low-lit TV room and a guest kitchen. The rooms
themselves, which sleep from four to 12, are clean, but basic - aside from a splash of colour
on the ceilings. Friendly staff organise pub crawls, club nights and other events.
B&B
MARINA VIEW
view €116/139, tr €136/165; ; Drassanes)
In an excellent location near both the old city and the waterfront, this Irish-run B&B has six
airy, comfortably furnished rooms, some with small balconies sporting sunlit views over the
marina. The welcome is genuinely warm, and Paddy, the owner, has loads of tips on neigh-
bourhood eateries and how to make the most of your visit.
HOTEL
HOTEL DEL MAR
93 319 30 47;
www.gargallo-hotels.com
;
Pla del Palau 19; d €96-150;
; Barceloneta)
The nicely modernised Hotel del Mar is strategically placed between Port Vell and El Born.
Rooms are bright, clean and comfortable, though not luxurious. The best chambers have
balconies with waterfront views. You're in a fairly peaceful spot but no more than 10
minutes' walk from the beaches and seafood of La Barceloneta, and the nightlife of El Born.
HOTEL
HOTEL 54
€153-200; ; Barceloneta)
This place is all about location. Modern rooms, with dark tile floors and designer bath-
rooms, are sought after for the marina and sunset views. Other rooms look out over the lanes
of La Barceloneta. You can also sit on the roof terrace and enjoy the harbour views.
GUESTHOUSE
BED & BEACH
26; d €67-110, s/d without bathroom €39/64; ; Bogatell)
This pleasant eight-room guesthouse is set on a quiet narrow street just a five-minute walk
to the beach. Rooms are clean and comfortable, and vary in size and equipment - some lack
natural light, others are bright, with simple modern furnishings and in-room kitchens. The
rooftop terrace is a fine spot for an afternoon drink, and there's also a shared kitchen for
self-caterers.
