About Hostal Excellence
Hostal Excellence offers guesthouse accommodations in the Las Ramblas neighbourhood of central Barcelona, just steps from the bustling El Gotic district. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
The hotel offers single and double, modern accommodations with either a private or shared bathroom. All rooms are air conditioned and feature a flat screen TV, coffee and tea making facilities and a hair dryer.
Guests can always enjoy the common lounge area with comfortable sofas. For convenience, the hotel offers 24-hour reception and luggage storage for guests.
Nearby dining includes La Lluna Restaurante and El Cafeto, both featuring a mix of Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine.
Hostal Excellence is located a short stroll from Plaza Catalunya and Portal de l’Angel, a five minute walk from the MACBA Modern Art Museum and ten minutes from Gaudi’s Casa Battló.
Positive Reviews
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City Central
Most guests agree that Excellence boasts a prime and convenient location to the popular La Rambla street, shopping on Passeig de Gracia, the bustling Gothic Quarter and world famous beaches. There is plenty of dining, sightseeing, and entertainment within a walking distance. If you don't want to walk, public transportation is easy to get to from the hotel.
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Clean and Comfortable
Overall, guests were pleased with their accommodations at Excellence. The accommodations are very clean and comfortable, modern and spacious. Excellent Wi-Fi connection and the well-kept shared bathrooms are also impressive.
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Pleasant Personnel
The staff at Excellence is friendly, helpful, and accommodating, according to most reviews. If you need suggestions on where to go or how to get there, don't hesitate to ask, as the staff is very knowledgeable about the area.
Negative Reviews
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Stairs Only
Some guests were concerned that there is no lift to get to the rooms. If you have a lot of luggage or trouble with stairs, you may want to keep this in mind.
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Noise
Though most guests didn't have a complaint and the hotel is located in a quieter area, some found that noisy neighbours and street traffic can still be a nuisance. If you're a light sleeper, you may want to bring a pair of earplugs as a precaution, and ask for a quieter room.
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Lights Off
As an eco-friendly practise, the lights on the stairwell are always off and must be activated by a switch. Unfortunately, guests found that they do not stay on for very long, and might go dark before you get to your floor. Keep an eye out for a switch on every floor to reactivate the lights.