Hotel Gema Luxury Suites

Excellent basic travel accommodation — our room was spacious and clean, but minimal as a fit out for a suite that includes a kitchenette (small fridge, microwave, sink, hot water kettle, 2 plates, 2 glasses, 2 coffee cups and 2 sets of cutlery). Two twin beds with European style duvets — comfortable but on the soft side. Safe and drawers in an armoire, but no hangars. Bathroom with shower, sink, toilet and bidet. For the price (US$65/night) a good value. Don’t expect frills, as the hotel cuts out all extras to maintain a value price point. Location is excellent and close to restaurants, grocery stores, cafes, parks/rambla. Good choice for travelers on a budget. Safe neighborhood. Update: Second stay (April, 2025) - premium room vs basic room (February, 2025). For a few dollars more, the premium double room with breakfast is very good value. I suggest people who need multiple outlets bring a power strip as the electrical plugs are located behind the bed and there is a Shuko-type outlet at the kitchenette counter. We didn't "discover" the gym and sun deck until the second visit -- Floor 11.

Hotel is very basic. No toilet paper. Towels were old and was difficult to get extra. Lots of black mould in bathroom did not want to risk turning on the AC. But the shower pressure was good. Room lacks character. Beds was comfortable. Staff were amicable but not very attentive. Try somewhere else.

It's an outright scam to say it's a four star hotel. Worst experience in years and I travel for at least a month every year. Just read other reviews for the specifics on how bad it is. There's a reason it's the lowest rated hotel in the area