Welcome to Colon

Traditional hotel with an excellent location. (04/08 dv) ## Location The hotel is located opposite La Catedral, dating back to the 13th century, in a pedestrian gateway to the Gothic Quarter and within walking distance of the famous Ramblas, main shopping areas such as El Corte Inglés and Plaza Catalunya. ## Distance 1 kms to city centre 14 kms to the nearest airport (barcelona airport) 2 minute walk to the nearest metro station (jaume i) 1 minute walk to the nearest bus stop 2 km to the nearest fair site (feria de barcelona) 1 km to the nearest beach ## Rooms The rooms are spacious and very well decorated with traditional furnishings, and are all fully equipped. Some of them have wonderful views over the Square and the Cathedral. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, safety deposit box, plasma screen, DVD player and CD player. ## Restaurant The restaurant is located on the ground floor offering an à la carte menu of international/traditional cuisine and a fine selection of local wines and spirits. The hotel also has a terrace serving light meals overlooking the main landmarks. ## Exterior The outer façade of this building is made of traditional sandstone, in an early 1900's design, which blends in well with local art nouveau style architecture. ## Lobby The lobby is medium-sized and elegantly decorated with traditional furnishings in soft pale salmon pink colours. 17th century masterpieces are displayed around the public areas. The attractive patterned marble floors add to the elegant atmosphere of this hotel.