Ilunion Auditori Mini-hotel

Didn’t think I’d be writing a review before my 5 nights were even over, but when inspiration strikes (or you are unable to comfortably sleep), you grab the keyboard. Booked a double bed room facing the indoor court — sounds peaceful and restful, right? Let’s unpack this stay like an overstuffed suitcase:

⭐️ THE PROS (aka, things that briefly gave me hope):

• INTERIOR-facing rooms are basically soundproof from the outside world. Inside? Well, you’ll still hear some random doors slamming like castanets in a flamenco show.
• The room and bathroom are actually decent-sized for Barcelona standards. You CAN turn around without accidentally brushing your teeth at the same time.
• AC worked beautifully. No Mediterranean sweat sessions here.
• Curtains blocked out light like they owe Dracula money.
• Staff were polite and helpful — they’re doing their best, bless them.
• Wallet-friendly compared to nearby hotels. Always a win.
• There’s a tea kettle! Comes with 2 teas and instant coffee — so you can pretend you’re classy and caffeinated.
• Mini fridge included. Can’t confirm if it works — we didn’t dare challenge it.
• They’ll hold your luggage after checkout, which is a lifesaver when your flight’s later and you still want to explore (or cry about the mattress somewhere else).

💀 THE CONS (aka, where the comedy turns tragic):

• The Bed of Pain.
Words fail. The mattress is SO stiff I’m convinced it’s training to be a cutting board. If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to sleep on principle, this is your chance. Side sleepers, beware. If you have curves, joints, or bones, may the odds be ever in your favor.
• The Pillows of Betrayal.
Four identical flat "pillows" that feel like someone folded an old beach towel and called it luxury. You’ll find yourself reminiscing about your home pillow — even that lumpy one you used to hate. True heartbreak and possibly headache.
• “Clean” but "vintage clean"
The hotel looks clean, but you can tell it’s seen some things. Bathroom grout? Vintage. Mildew and water stains? Abstract art. Scuff marks on the floor? The ghosts of guests past.
• Zero tissues.
Not one. Bring your own or get cozy with toilet paper — it’s character building.
• The Shampoo Situation.
The bathroom amenities include 2-in-1 "shampoo/body wash"(which doubles as a hand soap as well) that’s clearly a “one size fits none” situation. Conditioner? Dream on. And they might not refill it when it runs out during your stay, so you’ll be left lathering in despair by night three.

⭐⭐ FINAL VERDICT:

If you’re on a budget, love quiet rooms (least facing the inside court), and have the spinal flexibility of a steel beam, this place might just work. Easily Top 3 Most Uncomfortable Mattresses in my global suffering log. Think “wooden plank meets concrete chic.” If you like sleeping on something with all the give of a kitchen counter, congratulations — this one’s for you.

Otherwise, come for one night, take a selfie for the “I survived” club, and move on.

This hotel is decent, but our room was showing bad signs of heavy wear and tear. The wallpaper was dirty and had lots of old coffee stains, scuff marks, etc. The fake wood floor is beat up. The bathroom, while "clean," has old mildew and water stains in the grout, on the floor, all around the shower. Pretty not nice.
On the positive side, the hotel staff were courteous and helpful.

The bed was firm, but like most hotels these days is a hard foam mattress, same for the pillows. It won't make you want to sleep in. The breakfast as ok, but not great and much weaker coffee than I expect from Spain (oh, give me Italian breakfast coffee). The location is pretty good, as it's an easy cab ride to the main sites of Barcelona, and some good cafes and pastry shops within a few blocks. But I wouldn't stay here again.

Location is the best attribute of this hotel. Everything else is mid to say the least. Front desk people were strangely passive-agressive, not colaborative and very straight forward. You must pay a deposit of 20€ (20€!!!!!!!!) just to lend an iron. I never experienced that in my 10 years of travel, and I have seen both hostels and 5 star hotels arround Europe. They even charge for wifi (after 1h of use) while you are waiting for your room to be ready.

Rooms were not tidy. Dust and residue on the flor, greasy windows and closet. I would pay maximum 30€ per person per night here.