The upper-middle-range Hotel SB Ciutat de Tarragona is located in the center of Tarragona, 20 minutes on foot from both the city’s cathedral and the Roman ruins. The 168 neutral-tone rooms are fresh and outfitted with minibars, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs, but past guests have complained of insufficient air-conditioning and some noise from adjacent road. A rooftop terrace has a small pool and hot tub, while a buffet breakfast and a la carte dinner are served in the hotel’s restaurant. Drinks and light snacks can be ordered at the cafe as well. On the downside, the gym is a tiny space with just a few pieces of equipment. Travelers who don't mind sacrificing a pool for sleeker rooms should consider the nearby AC Hotel Tarragona.