Originally Posted by Bizu
Please do not stay in the area near Las Ramblas, this area is nice to visit during the day but not to stay there. It is very shady and there are many pick pocketers.
If you want to stay in a central location, I suggest the Best Wester Regina, in Plaza Cataluna.
This is just silly. Las Ramblas is not 'shady' unless you've led a sheltered life. And every major city has pickpockets. Just don't be a moron and you won't be pickpocketed.
As to the OP, you should do a search. There are a few threads on Barcelona hotels. FWIW, I wouldn't stay at the Ritz. While the location isn't horrible and it's an easy 20 to 40 minute walk to your main attractions, I would choose Claris for location and Gran Florida on Tibidabo for best overall hotel experience in BCN.