Ally's Bed&Breakfast

We’d booked a transfer from the airport. They dropped us off on Passeig de Gracia (right by a landmark) and it was a straight 4 minute walk to the hotel. We knew where the (unsignposted) entrance was because we’d looked at photos beforehand. The friendly building concierge directed us to the first floor. We checked in efficiently, paid city tax and were shown to our room which was ready for us. We had expected to store our luggage so this was a bonus. We had breakfast included in our booking. It’s served between 8:30-10:30am which may not suit all. You have to choose a time and it’ll be waiting for you at the table. Bear in mind that it won’t be a leisurely affair as someone else is probably due in your seat. It worked for us though. Our room - strangely with no number - was a double with balcony and entered directly off the breakfast room. We didn’t experience any disturbance because of this but I can imagine this would depend on your fellow guests. The room itself was smallish but didn’t feel cramped at all. There’s hanging space, bedside cupboards (no drawers), sockets each side of the bed, a small table and chair. Air con if needed. Table and chair on the balcony. The bathroom is fine - shower gel/hand wash/hair dryer provided. The shower was a good size, water pressure good and plenty of hot water. There’s an intermittent noise with both shower/loo when used. You get accustomed to it. The room was cleaned daily, loo paper replenished and fresh towels. You will hear your neighbours; you’ll definitely hear the bars below and the refuse collectors. This didn’t bother us as it kind of comes with the location we chose. Staff we encountered were fine. We were checking out very early so we let the housekeeper know we wouldn’t want breakfast and she confirmed what to do about the keys - you’ll have a bunch of 4 keys: room key, key to the apartment, two keys for the front door. They require a bit of jiggling till you’re used to it. The hotel is in a great spot for shopping, land marks, public transport (e.g. Park Guell - you can get the 22 from de Gracia which will drop you pretty much outside and exit via the main entrance, walk straight down to the main road and the return bus stop is there. So much easier than directions I’d read which made it sound difficult). Sagrada Familia is an easy walk too. All in all we were happy with our choice for 4 nights. We were comfortable, felt secure, in a good area for us. We will visit again and wouldn’t hesitate to consider staying at the hotel.….