The Catalonia Plaza Hotel is housed in a huge modern building with a 14-storey central tower, its architectural style described as Cubist and rectilinear. The façade bears a striking resemblance to that of a medieval castle, with a grand clock-face set in the middle of the tower. The interior boasts a real sense of light, clarity and spaciousness. The bright marble lobby has a split-level lounge area. It features fabric-covered ceilings, marble staircases and quality hardwoods. The 347 guestrooms are decorated in an understated modern style. They are clean and well maintained, as are the tiled en suite bathrooms. The hotel offers a rich Continental buffet every morning in the huge, functional breakfast room, which is located on the ground floor under a circus-style canopy. There’s also a quiet, narrow bar with regimented seating. This is an ideal property for visitors participating in congresses at the Fira de Barcelona convention grounds. It is also nicely placed for efficient airport runs.