Location. The Hotel Gran Ronda is located in Barcelona, Spain, just 500 metres the bustling Las Ramblas boulevard. It is 250 metres from one of Gaudi's architectural masterpieces, Casa Batllo, and the nearest metro station to the hotel is Plaza Catalunya, 100 metres away.
Hotel Features. The centrally located Hotel Gran Ronda is spacious, colourful and modern, and features a central lift shaft rising up to a magnificent crystal dome. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can advise on local attractions, and complimentary newspapers are provided in the lobby.

A breakfast buffet (surcharge) is served each day.

Guestrooms. The Hotel Gran Ronda's 65 air-conditioned guestrooms are decorated in bright, modern tones. All include flatscreen televisions, wireless Internet access and minibars. Bathrooms include hair dryers.

Expert Tip. The Casa Batllo building, 250 metres from the hotel, was redesigned in all its 'skull and bones' glory for a Spanish aristocrat, Josep Batllo, in 1904. Batllo had originally thought of demolition for the once-ordinary building: thankfully, he opted for refurbishment.

Room Types:

Double single Use:   One double or two twin beds. Light, neutral decor and modern furnishings. Climate control, satellite television, wireless Internet access, minibar and trouser press. Bathroom with telephone and hair dryer.

Double Room:   One double or two twin beds. Light, neutral decor and modern furnishings. Climate control, satellite television, wireless Internet access, minibar and trouser press. Bathroom with telephone and hair dryer.

Driving Directions:
From Barcelona Airport (BCN):
Distance to Hotel Gran Ronda is 20 kilometres, approximately 15 minutes' drive.

Getting there. There is a train station a short walk away from the airport terminals. The RENFE train runs between the airport and Barcelona's centre every half an hour. The fare is 3 EUR for a single ticket. Alight at Plaza Catalunya metro station, which is 100 metres form the Hotel Gran Ronda. There is also an Aerobus service operating to Plaça de Catalunya every 12 minutes, costing 6.50 EUR for a return ticket. There are taxi ranks in front of the terminal buildings, and the fare to the city centre is approximately 25 EUR. Prices are all subject to change.

Getting around. The integrated metro and bus system in Barcelona is a cheap, efficient way to explore the city. Validate tickets in machines prior to boarding.