The hotel is set within two modern cement-and-glass buildings that nod to the business traveler clientele. Just outside, there's a small reservoir circled by a dirt walking path, benches, and a little playground with a lawn area. The entryway consists of nothing but a few cement planters. Sliding glass doors lead into a comparably brighter and cheerier lobby, with a large skylight illuminating pale wood walls, glossy black tile floors, and modern orange chairs. Hallways, too, are stylish and colorful, with the occasional purple couch offering a cozy spot to sit and read. Other common areas include the Critics Restaurant, a cool space with modern white chairs contrasting with an orange accent wall and bar. The TV and Internet room has a similar look, with sleek orange furniture, teardrop-shaped white lamps, vases with bamboo, and a marled black rug -- along with a flat-screen TV and a desk that can accommodate four.

Hesperia Fira Suites is located off of a busy road in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, a new business district southwest of Barcelona. The immediate area offers plenty of cafes, shops, and supermarkets, and the hotel runs a shuttle to the city center a few times a day. Otherwise, there's a metro station within a few minutes' walk of the hotel, offering access to downtown Barcelona within a half hour, and Fira de Barcelona trade fair center in about 22 minutes. The airport is a five-minute drive away, and the hotel also offers a free shuttle mornings and evenings. 

There are one- and two-bedroom apartments available here, and some have private terraces. Decor is modern with homey touches. Beds have white linens with soft brown throws, and there are sleek reading lamps and convenient outlets at either side. Living rooms have mauve couches with gray-patterned throw pillows, and furniture in light woods. All apartments have flat-screen TVs, lots of closet space, and large windows. Full kitchens include small dining tables, and are equipped with mini-fridges, sinks, two-burner electric stoves, microwaves, and all the requisite cutlery, pots, and dishes. There are separate minibars, and Nespresso coffeemakers for a fee. Bathrooms are sleek with black tile throughout, and have stall showers and modern squared off toilets.

There are a pool and fitness center, but guests must pay a substantial fee to use them. Otherwise, the on-site features are limited. The Critics restaurant and bar serves a buffet breakfast (for a fee), lunch, and dinner. There's a stylish TV and Internet room as well. The hotel offers a free shuttle to downtown Barcelona and the airport multiple times a day. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel.