The 105-room Hotel Atenea Port Barcelona Mataro is an upscale property located on the town of Mataro's harbor, within walking distance of the beach, restaurants, bars, and shops. Rooms are modern and fresh, and all come with balconies and views of the sea. Ten apartments offer full kitchens, and Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel. A buffet breakfast is served daily, as well as lunch and dinner, and the bar has a nice outdoor area overlooking the harbor. The outdoor pool is basic and sometimes doesn't have enough lounge chairs, but it also overlooks the marina. There's also a sleek spa and fitness center, and the library provides computers and books. For a hotel that's a little closer to Barcelona, the Rafaelhoteles Badalona in nearby Badalona is a sharp alternative.