Hotel Gracia, Zacatecas

Advantages: It's a floating hotel! And it's cheap
Disadvantages: You're not going to write home about the decor or service

...We stayed here a couple of times, firstly 3 years back and then this year. It worked out at about £40 for the night for a double room, which is hugely expensive for a hotel in Slovakia, except for one within walking distance of the city centre. For that tiny part of the country, it's a bargain. And also it has the selling point of being a botel, a boat and hotel cleverly mixed together. The city centre is a mere 5 minutes walk away, to the main square in front of the national theatre where most of the best bars and culture are. Just down the riverbank bank is the national gallery, for fans of socialist modern art, and the many times rebuilt castle is upstream a little. You'll also get a marvellous view of the Bridge of the SLovak National Uprising, with it's UFO restaurant at the top, which you may be tempted to visit. Don't. Just don... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful

Advantages: Quiet location close to the attractions
Disadvantages: Reception sometimes swamped by large business groups

...I stayed in thsi hotel for business twice in 2005, but it is equally suitable for business or pleasure. In fact, its location makes walking to most of the key tourist venues easy, whereas a taxi is required to the main business areas of the city. The hotel reception gives a good impression, with an alegant glass frontage onto one of Barcelona's intersections - although this one is much quieter than most. I found the reception staff to be very helpful, and all spoke good English. My tariff was around EUR 120 per night, but of course any potential visitors should check for current prices as these can vary greatly according to the time of year. Often, offers are available for weekend stays. My room on both occasions was smart, comfortable and minimalist, in the very popular modern Barcelona style. There was a free minibar with juices... Read review

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Advantages: Great location, nice rooms
Disadvantages: The grumpiest staff in Spain

...is sailing up - he's not conning you, it's all kosher. You can take the train to Sants station and then the underground - but to be honest, that's a pain. Back in December the Airport train station was undergoing 'work' of some kind and so we took the airport bus - just a few Euros, frequent service and it takes you right into the heart of the city, dropping you at the Placa Catalunya a few minutes from the hotel. I believe the bus also makes a stop on Passeig de Gracia but I was too excited to stay onboard by that point. Checking In ************* The lobby is bright and stylish. They have some deco-style black sofas and chairs that have been there a long time but are still looking pretty good. There are usually nice flowers and newspapers on the tables in the lobby. The reception desk is a big wooden counter on the left as you walk in... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average very helpful