My small Single Room had One comfortable Twin Bed. The Room was Clean & Comfortable. The bathroom was spacious - and had a nice shower with a window. I stayed 3 nights before going on a Cruise. Location was perfect- VERY close to Drasannes Metro Station, the Ramblas, and Placa Reale. 6 Euro Breakfast was excellent - and a great Convenience. In-Room Safe was Great. 24-Hour Front Desk allowed for Late Check-in, and Security. The Area is fine - perfectly safe. The Gothic Quarter is old, and has well-lit narrow streets with lots of Graffiti. The Hotel is half a block off the Ramblas, and just 2 blocks down one street off a corner of Placa Reale. The Elevator is small and modern - typical of the many older buildings in Barcelona. It works just fine.
I would definitely stay at Hotel El Canton again.