The Ramblas hotel is very popular 3-star property. Its name and location tend to sell the hotel on their own, however it is provides only a reasonable standard of rooms and service. The rooms can be a bit of a let down, at the front they can be noisy but with a great view, at the back they have no view or are internal with no windows. Built in early 1900 and designed by Mountaner, this hotel has an interesting facade which has been completely restored to its former glory. Traditional in style, the hotel reception and lobby/bar make use of wooded panelling, dark blue crested materials and marble floors. The bar is situated along a large corridor/passage that leads from the reception to restaurant. The restaurant serves as the breakfast lounge in the mornings. The hotel is very busy all year round and struggles to provide a consistent level of service, however its location makes it an ideal base from which to explore Barcelona.