Casanova by Rafael Hotels occupies a prime spot in central Barcelona, within walking distance to Las Ramblas, Paseo de Gracia, and Cataluña Square. Contemporary in style, it attracts a trendy crowd with its innovative fusion restaurant, chic bar area and friendly staff. Owing to good corporate facilities and that great location, it's also a hit with business travellers.

The facilities

The star of the show is definitely the restaurant, which serves an unusual fusion of Mexican-Mediterranean. There's also a choice of three meeting rooms - all fully equipped with PA systems, audiovisual equipment and ADSL internet access - and a business centre. A petite spa area and Jacuzzi completes the scene.

The rooms

Each of the Casanova's 124 guestrooms is luxe-contemporary in style. All have LCD televisions, queen sized beds and shower-bath combis. The better rooms boast private balconies, large bay windows and living areas.