El Raval, Barcelona Hotel Rooms at the Silken

Stayed two nights for a city break and couldn't have chosen a better location, just off La Rambla and right next to the Gothic Quarter, also close to a city tour bus stop. We opted for a superior room with balcony and were very pleased with the suite, and also pleasantly surprised at how quiet the room was, even out on the balcony, despite the hotel's central location. The hotel staff were really friendly and helpful and seemed to take a genuine interest in the guests; the breakfast waiter even remembered my room number and drink preferences, which is a first for me. The only tiny quibble was with the relatively poor soundproofing between our room and the neighbouring rooms but this in no way detracted from an excellent experience. We'd definitely chose this hotel again.