Exe Laietana Palace is set in a refurbished neo-classical building on Barcelona’s Vía Laietana, beside the city’s old Roman wall. Rooms have flat-screen satellite TV and hydro-massage showers. The elegant rooms have free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Some feature views of the Roman wall, while others have a sloping glass roof. All have a safe and mini-bar, and the bathroom comes with a hairdryer. A buffet breakfast is served from 7:30 until 10:30 and room service is available. Barcelona Cathedral is 1312 feet from the hotel, and the trendy Born district is a 5-minute walk away.