The black tower of Barcelo Raval is like a pin in the very center of Barcelona tourist map. The hotel is a mixed blessing. It's close to Ramblas yet it sits on borderline of Barcelona tourist center and slums. There are drug dealers and a lot of shadowy characters at the corners of the square surrounding hotel. I put a heavy club in my bag for self defense when going out … [Read more...] about Where to Stay in Barcelona: Hotel Barcelo Raval