Hotel España in Barcelona

Set among shops and restaurants on a pedestrian lane in quaint El Raval, this posh hotel built in 1859 is a 3-minute walk from both Liceu train station and the 19th-century Gran Teatre del Liceu opera house.Sophisticated rooms feature minibars, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Upgraded rooms add Nespresso coffee machines, and/or balconies or patios; suites come with whirlpool tubs and living rooms. An airy upgraded suite offers a smart TV, a sofabed and a terrace. Room service is available.Amenities include a plush restaurant with high ceilings, and a rooftop terrace with a sleek bar, a pool and a sundeck.