Barcelona
SpainBarcelona has a wide variety of hotels of different categories and price ranges. Since everyone has different priorities we have divided the hotel market into different categories; Family, Business, Couples, Budget and Luxury. We then did some thorough research to find out what different types of travelers value when it comes to their hotel accommodations. Our editorial team has come up with a selection of the best places for each category.
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Mercer Boria Bcn
Boria 24-25 +34 93 295 58 93- Green area
- Aircondition
- Playroom
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Max extra beds
An elegant and modern hotel in the El Born district, a few steps from the cathedral. The hotel has been praised for its comfortable family rooms and perfect location if you want to visit Zoo Barcelona, Mammoth Museum or the Chocolate Museum. In addition, it is within walking distance of Barcelona's main beach.
Plus- Elegant and modern hotel
- Excellent location in El Born district
- Comfortable family apartments with kitchenettes
- Near Ciutadella Park with trees
- Close to bus and subway
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Catalonia Mikado
Paseo Bonanova 58 +34 93 211 41 66- Fitness
- Business center
- Conference
- Bar
- Wifi
- Restaurant
A stylish hotel in the exclusive area of Sarrià. Very popular with business travelers due to the quiet location and relaxing facilities like sun terrace and outdoor pool. Close to the University Ramon Llull, Catalonia international universities as well as many of the cities more significant medical centers, such as Teknon Centre and the IMO.
Plus- Elegant and affordable hotel
- Great location in the exclusive Sarrià district
- Terrace with outdoor pool
- Good communications
- Close to the airport
- Some distance to the city center
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Hotel Continental
La Rambla 138 +34 933 01 25 70- Romance package
- Late checkout
- Breakfast in the room
- Restaurant
- Suites
- Room service
A great hotel for honeymooners with a perfect location on La Rambla. Close to the Gothic Quarter and Plaza Catalunya. The rooms are decorated in a romantic style, tastefully colored in pink. The hotel offers free buffet of food and drink, which usually greatly appreciated.
Plus- Great hotel with romantic rooms
- Very good, central location
- Close to the Gothic Quarter
- Romantic style
- Free buffet with food and drink
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Hotel Inglés
Carrer de la Boqueria 19 +34 93 31 73 770- Restaurant
- Wifi
- Breakfast
- TV
- Own bathroom
- 24 hours reception
A newly refurbished budget hotel with fresh, nice rooms. Great location just off La Rambla and the famous Boqueria market. The rooms facing the quiet courtyard are particularly popular and some rooms have their own balcony. Close to many of Barcelona's entertainment and attractions.
Plus- Newly refurbished budget hotel
- Good location on La Rambla
- Simple, comfortable rooms
- Rooms with balcony facing the courtyard
- Close to the sea and the beach
- Street side rooms are a bit noisy
- Breakfast not included
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Hotel Arts Barcelona
Marina 19-21 +34 800-542-8680- Restaurant
- Bar
- Room service
- Suites
- Spa
- Concierge
Magnificent luxury with stunning beachfront location. Views of both the Mediterranean sea and Barcelona. Modern, spacious rooms and suites furnished with a major focus on style and comfort. The hotel features exclusive spa, modern art collection and a garden. There are also several popular bars and an award-winning restaurant on site.
Plus- Fantastic luxury hotel on the beach
- Modern, spacious rooms and suites
- Terrace with outdoor pool
- Spa with panoramic views
- Several restaurants and bars
- Fee for wi-fi
- The pool and restaurant sometimes booked
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Hotel Aneto
Carme 38 +34 93 301 99 89- Green area
- Aircondition
- Playroom
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Max extra beds
An affordable hotel with clean and fresh rooms in a minimalist style. Close to Las Ramblas and Plaza Catalunya. The area also boasts the amazing market hall Mercado de la Boqueria and theaters with family shows. Good transport links if you want to visit the beach or attractions that Barcelona Zoo and Aquarium.
Plus- Affordable hotel with basic, unadorned room
- Close to Las Ramblas and Plaza Catalunya
- Area with good transport
- Near the beach and the Aquarium
- The walls are not sound proof, can be noisy
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Catalonia Barcelona 505
Muntaner 505 +34 93 212 80 12- Fitness
- Business center
- Conference
- Bar
- Wifi
- Restaurant
Fancy hotel with spacious rooms in a modern, minimalist style that still gives a warm and homey impression. Many business travelers have commented on the good service at this hotel. Very attractive location near the business district Sarrià-St. Gervasi. Close to the city's most important medical centers and clinics Teknon, Sant Jordi, Dexeus and Barraquer.
Plus- Quiet and comfortable hotel
- Spacious rooms in a modern, minimalist style
- Good location Sarria-St. Gervasi
- Roof terrace with outdoor pool
- At the city's main clinics
- Some distance to the city center
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Ramblas Boquería
Rambla de Sant Josep 91-93 +34 93 343 54 61- Romance package
- Late checkout
- Breakfast in the room
- Restaurant
- Suites
- Room service
This pleasant boutique offers rooms at a great value. Some rooms have balconies with beautiful views of La Rambla. Many couples appreciate the hotel for its superb location and charming atmosphere, They offer romance packages with wine, chocolate, delicious breakfast and tickets to the city's casino.
Plus- Boutique hotel with great prices
- Fantastic location on La Rambla
- Many rooms with balcony
- Charming atmosphere
- Romance packages for couples
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Hotel Call
Arc Sant Ramón Del Call 4 +34 93 302 11 23- Restaurant
- Wifi
- Breakfast
- TV
- Own bathroom
- 24 hours reception
Very affordable hotel with fresh, bright rooms and good location in the Gothic Quarter. Many choose this hotel just for this location, which is a good starting point for excursions, shopping and attractions. All rooms are equipped with both shower and bathtub, but some do not have windows. Many good restaurants and cafes are nearby.
Plus- Very affordable hotel
- Excellent location in the Gothic Quarter
- Fresh rooms with shower and tub
- Near the famous cathedral
- Good starting point for excursions
- Do not leave valuables in your room
- Some rooms without windows
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Casa Fuster Monumento
Passeig de Gracia 132 +34 932 553 000- Restaurant
- Bar
- Room service
- Suites
- Spa
- Concierge
A five-star luxury hotel at the fashionable Passeig de Gracia, which is considered one of the city's best shopping streets. Stunning architecture and cozy rooms in muted colors. The hotel has a terrace with pool overlooking Barcelona. There is also a high-class, modern restaurant and jazz club.
Plus- Luxury hotel with superb location
- At Passeig de Gracia
- Great architecture
- Terrace with pool and beautiful views
- High-class restaurant - jazz club
- The rooftop pool rather small
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HCC Taber
Aragón 256 +34 934 873 887- Green area
- Aircondition
- Playroom
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Max extra beds
A comfortable hotel with good location near Las Ramblas. Large rooms in a contemporary minimalist style, some with balconies. Close to restaurants, museums and all that the center of Barcelona has to offer. Children usually particularly appreciate the visit to the Zoo Barcelona and the Museu de la Xocolata (chocolate museum).
Plus- Comfortable hotel with large rooms
- Steps away from Las Ramblas
- Close to everything in downtown Barcelona
- Some rooms have a beautiful balcony
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Catalonia Barcelona Golf
Travessera de Gràcia 72 +34 93 238 68 28- Fitness
- Business center
- Conference
- Bar
- Wifi
- Restaurant
This hotel differentiates itself with a focus on golf and good location near the city's business district. A great place for business who like to get to know their contacts over a game of golf. Very popular among golf enthusiasts, business travelers as the hotel offers both golf school with professional instructors and a practice green. The hotel also has nice rooftop lounge.
Plus- Popular, affordable hotel
- Good location for business
- Golf school with practice green
- Professional instructors
- Nice rooftop lounge
- Some distance to the city center
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Guitart Grand Passage
Muntaner 212 +34 93 201 03 06- Romance package
- Late checkout
- Breakfast in the room
- Restaurant
- Suites
- Room service
A popular hotel with spacious, modern rooms and very good service. Good location on the diagonal, with close proximity to many great bars and restaurants. Conveniently close to all the city's attractions and entertainment. The hotel has nice, romantic suites and many of the rooms have a private balcony.
Plus- Popular
- Quiet location at the diagonal
- Very spacious, modern rooms
- Many rooms have balconies
- Very good service
- Some distance to the city center
- Some renovations can occur (2014)
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Hotel Nuevo Triunfo
Calle Cabanes 34 +34 93 44 25 933- Restaurant
- Wifi
- Breakfast
- TV
- Own bathroom
- 24 hours reception
Popular and affordable hotel with minimalist décor, fresh rooms. Located at Montjuïc Hill you are a ten minutes walk from La Rambla and the historic quarter. Many people choose to stay here because of quiet and convenient location, easy access to various museums, sights and the marina. The hotel also has a nice terrace where you can relax in the sun and enjoy the view.
Plus- Popular and affordable hotel
- Quiet location at the mountain of Montjuïc
- Convenient walking distance to La Rambla
- Good starting point for excursions
- Nice terrace with views
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Hotel Palace G. L.
Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes 668 +34 935 101 130- Restaurant
- Bar
- Room service
- Suites
- Spa
- Concierge
Magnificent, palatial luxury hotel with stylish rooms and suites. Quiet and comfortable, yet close to all the city's amusements, attractions and museums. Also nearby is one of the city's main shopping districts. Amenities include an award-winning restaurant and an exclusive Mexican Mayan-style spa.
Plus- Palatial luxury hotel with excellent location
- Elegant, classically furnished rooms
- Quiet and comfortable
- Award-winning restaurant
- Exclusive spa in the Mayan style
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Mercure Alberta
Via Augusta 127 +34 932094511- Green area
- Aircondition
- Playroom
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Max extra beds
Service-oriented hotel with modern, homey rooms in Sarria - Sant Gervasi. The area is located a little outside the main tourist routes, which are said to result in a more authentic experience and lower prices at restaurants. Close to a park and playground. Good transport links to various attractions, downtown and the beach.
Plus- Modern, cozy and soundproof rooms
- Close to public transportation, but not right in the tourist area
- Service-oriented staff
- Close to park and playground
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Sansi Pedralbes
Avenida Pearson 1-3 +34 93 206 38 80- Fitness
- Business center
- Conference
- Bar
- Wifi
- Restaurant
Modern and sophisticated hotel near Diagonal, ten minutes from the airport in the middle of Barcelona's business center. Exclusive character and many relaxing amenities such as spa, jacuzzi and hamam (Turkish Bath). Friendly staff and good service are the main reasons many business travelers prefer this hotel.
Plus- Modern upscale hotel
- In the midst of Barcelona's commercial center
- High standard, many amenities
- Close to Palau convention center
- Close to airport
- Expensive restaurant
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Petit Palace Museum
C/ Diputacion 250 +34 933040087- Romance package
- Late checkout
- Breakfast in the room
- Restaurant
- Suites
- Room service
This hotel has a sleek design and good location near Plaza Catalunya. The rooms are spacious with high ceilings, some are equipped with a balcony. Couples on a romantic weekend usually particularly appreciate the hotel's suites, which feature a private terrace and outdoor jacuzzi. Bikes are available free of charge, for hotel guests.
Plus- Sleek design hotel
- Close to Plaza Catalunya
- Spacious rooms, high ceilings
- Some rooms have balconies
- Roof terrace with great views
- Rooms for handicapped people
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H·TOP BCN City
Travessera de Gràcia 380-384 +34934360146- Restaurant
- Wifi
- Breakfast
- TV
- Own bathroom
- 24 hours reception
Very simple and affordable hotel with unique location at the beautiful, historic building Hospital de Sant Pau. Many rooms also have views of this building. The hotel is located a bit away from the center but has good transport links and the subway entrance is just next door. Many people choose to stay here for longer term stays.
Plus- Relaxed and affordable hotel
- Unique location across from beautiful, historic building
- Near the Sagrada Familia
- Terrace with city views
- Close to the metro
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Grand Hotel Central
Via Laietana 30 +34 93 295 79 00- Restaurant
- Bar
- Room service
- Suites
- Spa
- Concierge
Very nicely designed hotel near the beach and the popular El Born district, with many shops and restaurants. On the roof is an absolutely stunning infinity pool overlooking the Gothic Quarter and the Cathedral, as well as the city skyline. The hotel also has a trendy Catalan restaurant.
Plus- High class design hotel
- Near the Port Vell and the beach
- Close to El Born and the Picasso Museum
- Rooftop pool with stunning views
- Fashionable Catalan restaurant
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Popular Hotels is a dynamic website that is largely based on feedback from our users. We have done our homework using reviews and experiences from previous guests in making our choices. This means that the selection is constantly updated to provide a current picture of the situation.
Location and offerings
Barcelona offers a rich selection of hotels in all categories. Many families choose to stay in the city center where everything is within easy reach and you can easily split up if you want to make excursions in different directions. In addition to parks and attractions, the center is also close to several good beaches.
Barcelona is a highly industrialized city which also attracts many business travelers. Many people choose to stay in the business district of Sarrià-St. Gervasi while others seek out hotels near major conference centers and exhibition halls, which include CCIB and Fira Barcelona.
Many couples who visit Barcelona look for great accommodation for a romantic weekend. Many people prefer to stay at a nice boutique hotel in the middle of town and close to cafes, restaurants and all entertainment. Others think it is nicer to stay in a quieter area, such as Montjüic with its botanical garden, and museums.
Since Barcelona is a densely populated city, there is a great demand for budget accommodation. Here you have to choose very carefully to really get good accommodations. On the outskirts of well known areas you can often find good and cozy hotels at very reasonable prices.
The most popular luxury hotels are located either in the centers finer neighborhoods, or at the beach. They often have a very high standard and offers many amenities such as spa, massage and gourmet restaurants. Many have a terrace and rooftop pool, some with stunning views of the city and the Mediterranean Sea.
To get the most out of your vacation should plan the trip well in advance. Please make inquiries with the hotel and very popular restaurants, before you actually book your trip.
Attractions and sights
Barcelona is a cosmopolitan city with a rich and contemporary cultural life. At the same time, it is a historic city with its roots in the Roman Empire, which is reflected in both art and architecture. In the Gothic Quarter, one can enjoy the beautiful, historic buildings and winding alleys. Here you can find the famous Sagrada Familia cathedral and several other buildings by the famous architect Antoni Gaudí.
The city has many art museums, of which the most famous are the Picasso Museum, Miró museum and the MACBA, the city's museum of modern art. Other exciting attractions to take in are Zoo Barcelona, Tibidabo amusement park, the football matches at Camp Nou and the FCB football museum.
Restaurants, shopping and nightlife
Barcelona has a multitude of restaurants, bars and cafes. Many people enjoy tapas; a type of Spanish cuisine consisting of a variety of appetizers, but there are also many good places with Mediterranean food. There are many award winning restaurants internationally recognized for their innovative menus. In the city there are many trendy discos, nightclubs and a casino.
Cultural life is vibrant and often pursued with various events around the city. A huge Flamenco Festival; The festival Cajón flamenco is organized on a week-end in June or July. There are theaters, cinemas and many natural meeting places to sit, relax and enjoy the atmosphere.
If you like to shop there are several major shopping areas, for example at La Rambla, Plaza Catalunya and the fashionable Passeig de Gracia. Along the coastline there are beautiful beaches, which besides swimming and sunbathing also invite you to just walk along the beach or use one of the many running routes.
Trade shows and events
Barcelona continuously hosts various fairs and conferences, which can affect the availability of hotels. During the Barcelona Marathon, major football matches and around the time of the Flamenco festival it can be difficult to find good accommodation. It is always wise to plan ahead so you can have the best you can get for a reasonable price during these events.
Travel to and in the city
The International Barcelona-El Prat Airport is the second largest in Spain and is located 12 km outside the city center. The majority of visitors arrive through this airport so the city is well connected by rail, bus and taxi. The two smaller airports; Reus and Girona-Costa Brava can be easily reached by airport shuttle buses.
Many travel to Barcelona by train and arrive at Sants Estaciówhich is Barcelona's main railway station. From there you can commute comfortably by metro, light rail or bus. If you purchase a booklet or Barcelona Card you receive a great discount and save time getting off and the various forms of public transit. When you are traveling by car you should ensure that the hotel has parking facilities. It is common to rent a bike or car to get around the city. For those who do not want to drive in an unfamiliar city, there are plenty of characteristic yellow-black taxis.
Weather and climate
Barcelona is a sunny city but has two major periods of rain falling between April-May and October-November. In August, when the Mediterranean heat is strongest is the peak season, which is the high season tourism and there will be higher prices. A good time to travel here is from June to July, but if you still prefer the high season you should ensure that the hotel has good air conditioning.
For visiting attractions, museums and historic buildings are January and February great months. When the temperature is about ten degrees C and the weather is mild and pleasant. Keep in mind that rates can vary by season.
Price structure
Barcelona is a medium-cost city to live in, but prices vary greatly by season. Many hotels over-price their food and drinks and you can often find cheaper alternatives on your own.
City pass
We recommend purchasing The Barcelona Card with which you can travel free by bus, subway and train to and from the airport and around the city. The Barcelona card also provides free admission to many of the city's best museums.
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