Mercè in Pineda de Mar

staff are kind and speak some english drinks are reasonably priced (large sangria and a corona for €8) breakfast has options for us fussy eaters, (vegetarian options) dinner was fabulous with lots of english foods! the pool is way better than the pictures. they don’t do it justice and it has been updated! the sun loungers are so comfy but get there early as there are wars… you can usually always find a space local shop carrefour VERY near by, cheap! up at the rooftop bar is a load of gorgeous sunloungers where you can relax! there is no lack of space to relax! music plays and there is live entertainment on the evenings housekeepers come every day and beds are properly made, they even arranged my jellycat bear, put my shoes away and rolled up my hair straightener which was a lovely personal touch and something they didn’t have to do! guides are translated into english and german transfer details and excursions are available at the reception breakfast 8-10 lunch 1-2 dinner 7-9 pool 10-8 the hairdryer is free and hot! the area: there’s not much to do in the area, we recommend if you are wanting barcelona go closer than pineda de mar!!!!! beach is lovely but a little rocky, sea shoes recommend! sea front is full of lovely and reasonably priced shops and restaurants/ coffee bars and little habadasheries (I can’t spell that word). it was my first time travelling without my parents or someone in charge as my partner had never been abroad and we are only 18! we wanted to get the train to barcelona and i was incredibly confused about where we needed to be and ended up having a “panic attack” hyperventilating, crying, the whole sha-bang. an absolute angel of a woman working at the train station came out from behind the booth, she helped me cool down, calm down and then walked me and my partner (who has never been abroad and speaks no Spanish so is no use), to the correct train. even in the little shops here we have just been met with kindness, i speak only basic spanish as i am still learning and everyone was very encouraging but also speak pretty much fluent english! con: doesn’t seem to be anywhere to get cold water or drinkable water for free (they seem to be capitalising off the fact you are hot, we payed €3 for two cups of ice and €3 for a bottle of cold water at dinner!!) - [ ] double bed was just two singles put together, we kept sliding away, there is no way to cuddle or be close and found it hard to get comfy! (we called it the chastity bed, this place is NOT for honeymooners, seriously, we tried and we are young). - [ ] no amenities such as coffee and tea/ kettle just soaps and hairdryer please be careful of being scammed by the transfer on the way home!!! we payed £69 to someone who said they were from tui for us!! don’t forget your suncream!

Really friendly hotel could not do enough for you …food was good not to my taste but very good selection…..very clean….central location all in all a fab holiday will go back 🩷🩷

The hotel is an hour from Barcelona airport. Its centrally located and 10 to 15 mins walk to the beach and lots of shops and restaurants. The train station is also close by. We went to Calella which is one stop away, it has lots of nice alleyway shops. There's a huge market on seafront promenade every Friday. The hotel has very friendly staff and great choice of breakfast and dinner. We had a very pleasant stay there and really enjoyed our holiday.

I was a little nervous about this booking after reading a couple of reviews, but I really didn't need to be. We had a fantastic time here. The staff were friendly, professional, and helpful, the rooms were clean, the breakfast was good, and the roof top pool was great. It was also excellent value for money, especially compared to other local hotels. I read some complaints about the bells in the church tower - I think it stops from midnight to 8am, so you still get a good sleep. And you can always wear ear plugs if you want a lie in. Overall, I'd definitely recommend for a budget friendly holiday! Thank you Hotel Merce.

Everything was great

Absolutely amazing value for money! Faultless staff in every area Everywhere is spotlessly clean Food was brilliant different choices every evening! Never forget the price ! You are paying for this stunning place !

It is very good value for money, good pool…..