We stayed at Casa Mathilda for 3 nights. Staff were welcoming after our very long trip from Australia. The room was clean and comfortable and opened onto the lovely patio area which we made full use of and took breakfast there each day. It was a bit cosy as we had a 3rd camp style bed added to the double room at a cost of €50 extra per night to accomodate our family group. This suited us and was cost effective. The air con did not seem to be very effective at all but this did not impact us too much. We did hear the school children next door on the Friday afternoon but it was not at all detrimental to our enjoyment. There were several supermarkets within a short walking distance and we could easily walk to the metro to get to the Gothic Quarter and port. There were several local tapas restaurants nearby and check out those recommended by the hotel. We did. It was a 10 minute stroll to Sagrada Familia. We could help ourselves to tea and biscuits from the kitchen/dining area located just outside our room at any time and there was a well equipped vending machine with well priced snacks, soft drinks and beer. Coffee pods were €1 from the machine and there was fresh filter coffee each morning alongside a delightful continental help yourself breakfast. The quality was fantastic and including cured meats, an unbelievably good tortilla/Spanish omelette, cheeses, cereals, yoghurts, fresh fruit and juices, nuts, breads, preserves, muffins and croissants. We took our time and enjoyed the experience each morning. No rush as it was served till 10.30. We were able to store our luggage till late on our day of check out and were given the door code to get in as reception had left for the day. Alexander was extremely polite and helpful as were all the staff we encountered. Casa Mathilda is a relaxed, homely, warm and welcoming 5 * base for your stay in Barcelona. Recommended and we hope to return one day.
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