One should be aware that this hotel resides in the highest crime rate neighborhood in Barcelona. People warn of pickpockets, but the reality is IV drug use is rampant at any time of day or night. It reminds me of certain areas of San Francisco or Oakland, CA. We saw overdoses, people lying passed out on the street, police helicopters circling, groups of people helping each other shoot up, all in broad daylight. The quaint narrow streets and old architecture is universally marred by graffiti, and smell of urine and worse. There is a heavy police presence, and sirens and foot chases are common. Be aware that this is what you are getting into. Once inside the hotel it is very safe feeling and I never had any issues there, but be aware the outside is another story.
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