Our first trip to the Med. to celebrate a special birthday for Lynda.
Flew to Barcelona and stayed 2 nights at the Tryp Apollo which we would recommend given the fair pricing and great location (near waterfront & Las Ramblas - 10 minute walk). Took a Taxi from the Airport to the hotel. We noticed from previous reviews Taxi would cost 25 E which is what we paid door to door. Took a suite upgrade at the Hotel for 35 E per night however, would not recommend this given the short time you'll be in the room.
Found Las Ramblas a lot of fun with lots of places to eat. The street is also a good place to have breakfast with several places offering coffee, juice, toast (jam) & croissant for 5E. Hotel staff told us not to go to Las Ramblas in the evening however, we strolled down during the late evening & had no trouble (nor did we notice any) at all. Used the Hop On/Off Bus for a tour of Barcelona and found this to be great value. We went on the blue and red lines and skipped the green. Got off on one stop and went up the Funicular to Mount Tibadabo which is high above the city and offers great views and reasonable pricing for lunches and beverages.
Room 3065. Across from crew area. Noise complaint was attended to and resolved quickly Great service. Great location on 3rd level. Ocean view. Good value for money when considering a very active cruise.