Barceló Raval is situated in the heart of the city, has a singular oval structure and avant-garde interior design - all you need to enjoy Barcelona in style. Just around the corner from the Boquería market on the Ramblas, and five minutes’ walk away from contemporary art museums the MACBA and CCCB. Hotel Barceló Raval is right at the heart of the Raval district: once gritty but now the city's most dynamic area and the striking hotel building is it a symbol of the revamped area. Interiors are refreshingly simple and stimulating with plenty of white minimalist design set off by ample sunlight. There are also many other stylish touches throughout. Add to this a cosmopolitan lounge where you (and the locals) can enjoy tapas and cocktails and walk out onto a small outdoor terrace and soak up the lively atmosphere.

The rooms are a fine example of simple sophistication and have a minimalist feel to them. Each has cream white and dark walls and furniture, and very comfy beds, plus iPod chargers, Nespresso coffee machines, and Wi-Fi internet access. An interesting feature is the 'technology pole', which has all the connections you need to get straight down to work. If you want to relax, there's a very handy gymnasium and swimming pool with a sundeck. Head to the lounge bar for a drink or get a 360º bird's eye view of the city from the terrace. Finally, the hotel provides indoor parking, a great thing to have in the city centre, as well as well-lit meeting rooms if you're here on business.

Barceló Raval is located just off the Rambla del Raval, around which you will find a number of interesting restaurants and the city's most dynamic nightspots. The location is also very central: Plaça Catalunya and the Gothic District are about 5 minutes walking away. If you're taking the metro, Liceu on the green line or Sant Antoni on the purple line is the closest stops. The airport is just 20 minutes' away by taxi.