The hotel is quite central to all of the major attractions (5min walk to La Pedrera and Casa Battlo, 15 to La Rambla, 20 to Sagrada Familia) with plenty of cafes and tapas bars around. For anything a bit of a further walk like the Gothic Quarter or Park Guell there are bus stops a quick walk away too, so fantastic location.
Check in was seamless and all of the staff were very polite, friendly and helpful from the desk to the breakfast buffet. Patio was nice but around the time when I stayed it was rainy and a bit cold so no one was using the pool and I would see maybe one or two people up there as well. All amenities I used were super clean and well maintained.
It was my first time in Barcelona and I was extremely pleased to choose Alexandra, it was a great location for a first time sightseeing trip and the stay at the hotel was very comfortable.