Guesthouse Hostal Marenostrum (Barcelona, Spain)

This casual two star hotel overlooks the famed La Rambla and is just a stone’s throw from Liceu metro station. Along with its prime location, Mare Nostrum boasts complimentary Wi-Fi access and a 24-hour reception. Compact guest rooms with light decor and wood flooring provide hair dryers and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Some rooms have balconies with street views. Safe-keeping, luggage storage services and a public-use computer are on hand at reception. A lift is available from the first floor. A complimentary buffet-style breakfast is served in an unpretentious dining area which overlooks La Rambla. Mare Nostrum is a minute’s walk from the regal Gran Teatre del Liceu opera house and a ten-minute walk from the Picasso museum. The city’s landmark La Sagrada Familia church (designed by Antoni Gaudi) is two miles away.