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Recommended Hotels to stay in Barcelona in 2023

Our team of local experts have hand-picked the best hotels in Barcelona. You will find the best hotels in Barcelona suitable for all different budgets. Great locations and fantastic buildings. Enjoy your stay!

OUR TOP 3 HOTELS IN BARCELONA

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BEST HOTELS IN THE GOTHIC QUARTER IN BARCELONA

Hotel The Serras 5*

Lobby area Hotel de Serras in Gothic district Barcelona

The Hotel The Serras is located in the gothic neighborhood of Barcelona and ejoys spactacular views of the Mediterranean. The hotel is housed within a historical building where Picasso began his carrer as a paintor in 1896 and features a Michelin star restaurant.

The hotel is housed within a historical building in which Pablo Picasso began his career as a painter in 1896. The building maintains the original facade and offers several luxury services such as airport pick up and drop off limo service, concierge, and valet parking.

9.3/10

Rooms

The rooms are all soundproof and elegantly designed. They are equipped with air conditioning, a private balcony with views of the port or the gothic neighborhood of Barcelona, HD smart TV, a wireless sound system, and bathrobes and slippers.

Location

The hotel enjoys wonderful views of the Mediterranean and boasts a rooftop terrace with an elegant lounge area where breakfast is served in the morning and cocktails at night. The hotel also features a relaxing library and one of the top restaurants in the city.

This boutique hotel is just a 10-minute walk from the Picasso museum and the Francia train station. The El Prat de Barcelona airport, the nearest to the hotel, is just a 15-minute drive away.

Hotel Neri – Relais & Chateaux 5*

Façade Hotel Neri Barcelona

This exclusive and elegant 5-star hotel is housed within a XVIII palatial estate located in the gothic neighborhood of Barcelona. The hotel is beautifully designed and maintains the enchanting classical beauty of the oriiginal estate.

The Hotel Neri is right next to the cathedral of Barcelona, just a few meters from the Ramblas. The hotel is beautifully designed and maintains the enchanting classical beauty of the original estate.
The hotel restaurant is excellent and specializes in traditional Spanish cuisine. The hotel bar has an open-air terrace  and also features a tranquil library and a beautiful rooftop terrace and garden.

9.2/10

Bedrooms at Hotel Neri 

The hotel offers beautiful and spacious rooms decorated in neutral and pretty stone bathrooms. Even the Hotel Neri’s standard rooms are spacious and nicely decorated with hardwood floors, Victorian velvet chairs, and heavy, colorful drapes. Large paintings or distressed gold and silver accessories decorate the walls and intricate pendant lights hang from the ceilings. Wood desks, stocked minibars, and flat-screen TVs are standard

The room’s beds are comfortable with plush white sheets and a gray duvet. Bathrooms feature quartzite stone and large glass walk-in showers, comfy robes, and complimentary toiletries.

Some rooms have balconies of different sizes and those facing the courtyard are the loudest, as many local musicians flock there to play at night. 

Restaurants and food

The hotels restaurant is called “A” and offers a powerful cuisine, with a lot of flavor and reformulates traditional Mediterranean recipes and gives them a new look. “A” uses only the highest quality local ingredients to prepare their beautiful and creative dishes. 

The restaurant is run by Chef Alain Guiard, who infuses the dishes with his own unique touch. The restaurant offers a diverse, inclusive and changing menu in a unique and romantic location.

The hotel also has a wonderful lounge bar and a lovely outdoor terrace. 

Location

The hotel is located in the heart of Barcelona’s old quarter. It is just minutes from the famous Ramblas, the spectacular Boquería market and the cathedral of Barcelona. An ideal hotel if you are looking  for something upscale and romantic in the center of Barcelona.  

Hotel Casa Camper – Charming 4*

Best restaurants in Barcelona - Terrace at Casa Camper in Gothic district

The elegant 4-star Hotel Casa Camper offers dseigner rooms that enjoy views of a tranquil vertical garden or of the city of Barcelona. The hotel is located in the heart of Barcelona, between the Ramblas and the MACBA modern art museum.

The Casa Camper Hotel Barcelona is located just 5 minutes on foot from the famous Boquería market, the Gran Teatre del Liceu, and the famous gothic neighborhood of Barcelona.

The designer rooms of the hotel enjoy views of a tranquil vertical garden or of the city of Barcelona. 

9.5/10

Bedrooms at Hotel Casa Camper

The Barcelona Casa Camper Hotel has 40 rooms that feature an attractive and truly minimalist style, without sacrificing comfort.

Some rooms offer two different spaces that are well-differentiated in their functions and separated by a corridor or a sliding door. On the one side, you will find the dormitory that overlooks the vertical garden. On the other side are the living room with a television, a hammock, a sofa, a work table, and a balcony.

The other rooms in the hotel integrate both other these spaces in one single area and enjoy views of the city.

Restaurants and food

The hotel’s restaurant, Dos Palillos, represents an original gourmet concept based on a gastronomic fusion of asian cuisine and tapas.

Albert Raurich, former chef de cuisine at the uber-famous El Bulli restaurant, leads the team proposing and has created a unique selection of dishes that emphasize fresh seasonal ingredients and respect traditional Asian flavors and techniques.

The restaurant was awarded a Michelin star in 2013 and has maintained to this day. The restaurant space is divided into two areas: a tapas bar with an urban and informal feel, and an elegant Japanese-inspired room where dishes are prepared in front of the diner and served directly by the chefs.

The restaurant is located in the lobby as are one of the bars and the terrace. The other bar located in the hotel is on the roof and enjoy great views of the city. 

Location

The hotel is located in the heart of downtown Barcelona, near the famous Ramblas and right next to the cities Contemporary Arts Museum. 

Duquesa Suites Barcelona 4* in Gothic district

Kitchenette at Duquesa suites in gothic district

The 4-star Duquesa Suites Barcelona features a small outdoor pool with a solarium and is housed within an XVIII protected historical building in the heart of Barcelona.

The hotel is just 500 meters from the 500 metros de Plaza Reial, and 600 metros from La Seu, the cathedral of Barcelona.

Rooms at the hotel are charming and spacious and feature a living/dining room. The rooms are decorated in neutral tones, with parquet floors, elegant and minimalist furniture.

T

8.7/10

Restaurants and food

The hotel doesn’t have a full restaurant, but it does have a cafeteria and a rooftop terrace. The cafeteria serves a lovely buffet breakfast and the rooftop terrace serves cocktails and snacks.  

Location

The hotel is located right in front of Port Vell in Barcelona. The hotel is in a privileged location between the narrow streets, of the historic Gothic Quarter and the beautiful of the promenade and the Mediterranean Sea. It is within walking distance from a great number o the cities main attractions.

Duquesa de Cardona 4* - Excellent views next to the Gothic district

Terrace at Duquesa de Cardona Barcelona

The 4-star Duquesa de Cardona opened its doors back in the XIX century in the gothic neighborhod of Barcelona, overlooking the port, 600 meters from the Ramblas. The hotel features a terrace on the roof with a bar and a pool and amazing views of the city.

The terrace enjoys impressive views of the port of Barcelona and the dome of the Basilica de la Mercè and serves a wide and personalized offer of cocktails and gastronomic options.

9/10

Bedrooms at Duquesa de Cardona

La Duquesa de Cardona is a boutique hotel that combines old-school charm with understated sophistication, and the rooms are no different. Even standard rooms have plenty of space, as do the bathrooms. 

All rooms come equipped with high-speed internet connection, air-conditioning, daily room cleaning service, complimentary toiletries, hairdryer, flatscreen TV, bathrobes and slippers, and a minibar


Restaurants and food

Olentia is the hotel’s restaurant, and it is a great, elegant establishment. It offers a unique tasting menu created by our Chef. Olentia has a full bar, with an extensive wine list, with many fine wines of Catalan origin. The dining area is cozy, located area next to the main lobby. 

Location

The hotel is located in downtown Barcelona, in the famous Gótico district, just minutes from the beach. There are several attractions near the hotel, but the closest to the hotel is the cities beautiful aquarium. 

Room Mate Pau 3* near Gothic district

Terrace with views at Room mate Pau

The 3-star Room Mate Pau is elegant and features a private terrace and sleek and modern lodgings and is just 50 meteres from the emblematic plaza de Cataluña.

The rooms at the Room Mate Pau are equipped with air conditioning, free WIFI, flat-screen plasma TV, a minibar, a safe, and a private bathroom.
The hotel serves a buffet-style breakfast every morning, that can be enjoyed on the hotel’s terrace

9.2/10

Bedrooms at Room Mate Pau

Rooms at the Room Mate Pau are modern and sleek with bold striped carpets and wood-paneled bathrooms. They all come with a minibar, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. The rooms come with a work desk are fitted with VGA, HDMI, and USB cables so you can hook up your laptop. The beds feature funky white headboards and large colorful paintings give the rooms an artistic vibe.

The bathroom’s complimentary toiletries come in some nifty packaging and include shower gel and shampoo.

Some of the rooms have balconies, suites have wooden decks with chairs, sofas, and outdoor hot tubs.

Restaurants and food

There is no formal restaurant on the premises. However, the hotel does have a cafeteria that serves a daily buffet breakfast and room service if needed.

The hotel is located in an excellent part of Barcelona and there are plenty of great places to eat in the vicinity.

Location

The hotel is ideally located in the heart of Barcelona’s downtown. It is close to a great number of the cities attractions, but it is right next to the famous Plaza Cataluña and the Ramblas, as well as the gorgeous Palau de la Música Catalana. 

Catalonia Catedral 4* Pool and views over the Gothic district

Roof top pool at Catalonia catedral in Gothic district

The hotel is located just 100 meters from the Cathedral of Barcelona and the Barrio Gótico.
The rooms are elegant and feature wooden floors, air conditioning, free WIFI a safe and flat-screen satellite TV.
The hotel also features a restaurant, the 4 Capellans, that specializes in creative Mediterranean cuisine, and the hotel is also surrounded by a wide variety of top-notch bars and restaurants in the Born neighborhood.
The hotel is just 450 meters from the Plaza de Catalunya and just a 5-minute walk from Las Ramblas.

9/10

Restaurants and food

The hotel has a great restaurant in the lobby, and 2 bars one in the lobby and on the roof. The restaurant serves a nice breakfast every morning and then during the day serves traditional Mediterranean cuisine. If you want to stay in and enjoy a meal in the hotel, this restaurant is absolutely worth a try. 

If you want to venture out and find a restaurant in the area, you wont be looking long, since the Barrio Gótico is filled with many great places to eat. 

Location

The hotel is located in the fantastic Barrio Gotico of Barcelona. This neighborhood is the most historic in the whole city and is filled with sites that maintain the medieval origins of the city alive. The famous Cathedral of Barcelona is just a few meters from the hotel. 

HOTELS WITH BEST POOLS IN BARCELONA

Ohla Eixample – 5 stars - Great pool to swim with views

Swimming pool at Ohla hotel in Barcelona

The 5-star Ohla Eixample is an elegant boutique hotel and features a heated outdoor pool that enjoys amazing views of the city. The hotel restaurant, Xerta, boasts 1 Michelin star and specializes in traditional cuisine from the Ebro region.

A outdoor pool is heated enjoys amazing views of the city. The hotel is 10 minutes on foot from Gaudí’s La Pedrera and Casa Batlló.
The rooms are beutifully designed and feature large beds, a private bathroom with a bath tub or a rainfall shower, free WIFI, flat creen satelite TV, a minibar and a safe.

9.1/10

Hotel 1898 – Beautiful and historic 4-stars hotel

The 4-star 1898 hotel is part of the historic heritage of the city of Barcelona, housed within a restored XIX century building located on the Ramblas and features a pool and a solarium on the roof.

The Hotel 1898 has a colonial design and is part of the historic heritage of the city of Barcelona.
The hotel also features an excellent Mediterranean-style restaurant and a bar with an open-air terrace where guests can enjoy a drink and some tapas.
The 1898 Hotel is just 200 meters from the plaza Catalunya and 10 minutes from the gothic neighborhood of Barcelona.

9.3/10

Rooms

The rooms are mid-sized,  all equipped with air conditioning, free WIFI, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. The rooms offer a simple design that contributes to the overall feeling of cleanness and spaciousness. 

Services

The front desk offers 24-hour service. The Hotel is just 500 meters from the plaza de Callao and 400 meters from the Plaza Mayor. 

The hotel offers common spaces where you will find a microwave (perfect for families travelling with babies)

Overall review

The hotel B&B Puerta del Sol is a perfect choice if you enjoy modern hotels with excellent location. This is not a luxury hotel and if you search for gym, sauna or pool this is not a hotel for you. Having said this, the hotel offers great value and it is perfect for both business and leisure travelers. 

The building nor decoration have a special character, so in case you enjoy buildings with the character we would recommend a different option for you. If you are happy with comfortable modern and very clean rooms, then go for it!

H10 Casa Mimosa 4* - Pool with views to Gaudi´s Pedrera

The 4-star H10 Casa Mimosa features an impressive chill-out terrace with a samall pool and an area with hammocks and is housed within a XIX century modernist building. From the terrace you will enjoy views to la Pedrera, one of Gaudi´s top masterpieces. 

The hotel’s luscious garden is filled with Mediterranean plants and fruit trees. The hotel also features a fitness center

9.3/10

Bedrooms at Hotel H10 Casa Mimosa

Housed in a listed modernist building from the 19th century and located on the same block as La Pedrera, the H10 Casa Mimosa. The hotel combines original elements with elegant and timeless decoration. 

All rooms are exterior facing, spacious, and have views of Pau Claris street or the courtyard garden, with Gaudí’s fireplaces in the background. The rooms feature modern and sleek decoration with light and serene colors with some accents of color. All have smart climate control facilities and high-quality amenities, such as a Nespresso coffee machine and a digital safe. Some rooms include large terraces as well.

Restaurants and food

The hotel features two bars, a terrace a rooftop terrace, and a restaurant. 

The restaurant, El Til•ler serves a really great daily breakfast prepared with high-quality natural products and with a selection of à la carte dishes prepared to order.

During the day the restaurant begins serving food at noon with a menu inspired by Mediterranean cuisine. At night, it offers a great selection of tapas menu.

The restaurant is located in the lobby as are one of the bars and the terrace. The other bar located in the hotel is on the roof and enjoy great views of the city. 

Location

The hotel is located very close to Diagonal Street, one of the main arteries of the city, and is just minutes from the metro station with the same name. 

H10 Metropolitan – attractive and modern 4-star with pool

The 4-star H10 Metropolitan is located in the center of Barcelona, 90 meters from plaza Cataluña and features a lovely rooftop tearrace and bar with a pool.

ll rooms are equipped with flat-screen satellite TV, air conditioning, free WIFI, a coffee maker, a minibar, and a private bathroom with bathrobes and slippers.
The H10 Metropolitan is just 2 minutes from Paseo de Gracia and all its shops and bars.
The hotel is also just 700 meters from the Pedrera by Gaudí, and 3 minutes from the Ramblas, and a 10-minute metro ride to the Sagrada Familia.

9/10

Bedrooms at H10 Metropolitan

Rooms are attractive and are decorated with a vintage collection of contemporary designs that includes stand-out abstract headboards.

Walls are painted white, some of which are whitewashed exposed brick, that mix well with the burnt orange retro living and ash-colored wood furniture that includes desks and nightstands. The most attractive design feature is the throwback entrances to the rooms, done in dark wood door inlaid with mirrors to create a bit of throwback glamor. The retro feel is amplified by the old-school light fixtures: beautiful reading lamps, 1920s-style ceiling light fixtures, etc. 

A bottle of cava is delivered to the rooms and the free bottled water is a nice additional detail.

All rooms equipped with a large flat-screen TV, minibar, air-conditioning, safe with charging outlets, iPod docks, and Nespresso coffeemakers.

The bathrooms are also modern and white and come with fluffy robes and slippers. They are equipped also with hairdryers, magnifying mirrors, signature toiletries, double sink vanities, and white marble showers are done with contemporary fixtures.

Lastly, select rooms feature balconies or terraces with hot tubs and long chairs and spectacular views of Plaza Cataluña, Las Ramblas, or the interior patio.

Restaurants and food

The hotel has a great restaurant on the premises called ” The Kitchen”. This modernly decorated eatery offers a wonderful breakfast buffet made with high-quality products and a selection of à la carte dishes prepared at the moment. 

There is also an open-air terrace and a lounge bar you can enjoy in the hotel. 

Location

The hotel is ideally located in the heart of Barcelona’s downtown. The H10 Metropolitan is very close to a lot of the cities top attractions, but it is particularly close to Plaza Cataluña, Las Ramblas, and the famous Boquería market.

Olivia Balmes Hotel – 4 stars in Gracia

Swimming pool and terrace at Olivia hotel in Barcelona

The Olivia Balmes Hotel is a modern hotel offers elegant lodgings, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. The hotel is just 400 meters from the Paseo de Gracia in the elegant Eixample neighborhood of Barcelona.

The restaurant is opened all day and serves breakfast every morning. The Olivia Balmes features a solarium with an outdoor pool and a lounge area. The hotel also has a bar that serves cocktails and aperitifs.
The Olivia Balmes Hotel has a private parking lot and is located jsut 20 minutes from the Barcelona airport

9.2/10

Ocean drive Barcelona 5*

Small pool at terrace of Ocean Drive Barcelona hotel

The 5-star OD Barcelona features an outdoor seasonal pool  (small but very chic) and a top notch restaurant and is located in the Eixample neighborhood in the center of Barcelona.

The Hotel OD Barcelona is located in the Eixample neighborhood in the center of Barcelona. The hotel features 24 hour front desk service.
All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, flat screen satelite TV, a work desk, private bathroom and closet space.
Guest will enjoy free access to the Urquinaona Holmes Place Gym, 800 meters from the hotel. 
The hotel is located 300 meters from Casa Batlló 

8.9/10

Yurbban Trafalgar Hotel – 3 stars Barcelona

The 3-star Yurbban Trafalgar Hotel features a full gym, restaurant, bar, dry cleaning service and rooftop terrace with swimming pool that enjoys panoramic views of the city. The hotel is just 300 meters from the Urquinaona metro station.

All rooms are soundproof and equipped with airconditioning, free WIFI, flat screen cable TV, a safe and a private bathroom.

Just a few meters from the hotel you will find a wide aray of shops. bars and restaurants. Plaza Cataluña is 10 minutes away

9.3/10

BEST BOUTIQUE HOTELS IN BARCELONA

This curated list of boutique hotel in Barcelona includes some of the most fashionable hotels you will find in the city. We have included boutique hotels for most budgets.

Aparthotel Arai – Great 4-star boutique style tourist apartments

he Aparthotel Arai 4* Superior is located in the heart of the gothic neighborhood of Barcelona and features an outdoor pool, a gym with a sauna, and a terrace on the roof with amazing views of the city.
The hotel is housed within a historic XVIII century building, officially labeled as a “historical monument” by the city of Barcelona.

9.1/10

Bedrooms at Aparthotel Arai 

The establishment has 31 rooms available, that are clean and spacious. The rooms are decorated with a mix of the original details of the 18th-century building with modern touches to create a sophisticated décor. You will find a combination of light grey walls, exposed brick, and beams, and floors of dark aged wood planks.

The beds are dressed in silver and gold patterned bedspreads and white sheets. Rooms feature leather sofas with wooden seats and cabinets and fully equipped kitchenettes framed by distressed white cabinets. Full-size refrigerators stocked with alcohol and other beverages are located alongside small sinks and countertops with microwaves, stoves, kettles, and Nespresso machines (guests must purchase their own Nespresso pods).

The bathrooms are dark and warm and especially well equipped. The floor and walls feature black marble, which also decorates the vanities that also feature embossed, black metal basins. The showers have rain effect showerheads.

The establishment offers several different types of rooms including The Deluxe, Superior, and Executive Rooms (27 to 38 square meters), Family Rooms (32 to 38 square meters), and Jewell Suites ( 55 square meters) which feature two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two balconies, each with whirlpool tubs. 

Restaurants and food

The hotel has an excellent and charming restaurant on the premises named Palosanto. This traditional Catalonian tavern offers a menu filled with traditional Catalonian and Mediterranean dishes, made with the freshest and highest quality ingredients available. 

If you are looking to enjoy a bite to eat near your hotel Palosanto is a really great option. 

Location

The hotel is located in the famous Gotico neighborhood of Barcelona, near to many of the cities main attractions. The hotel is within walking distance from the Barceloneta Marina, the Ciutadella Park, and the Picasso Museum of Barcelona.     

Yurbban Passage Hotel & Spa – 4-star Barcelona

Yurbban passage hotel

The 4-star Yurbban Passage Hotel offers a great boutique hotel experience in Barcelona. It features an outdoor pool and a spa and is located in the center of Barcelona, 400 meters from the Portal de l’Angel. The hotel also houses the D’Aprop, run by a Michelin star chef.

From the rooftop terrace, clients enjoy spectacular views of the city, while relaxing in the chill-out area, cooling off in the pool, or enjoying a good cocktail.

The hotel sits right in between the famous Arc de Triomphe of Barcelona and the Plaza Cataluña, right smack dab in the middle of downtown Barcelona. It is within walking distance of many of the cities top attractions.

9.1/10

Bedrooms at Yurvvab Trafalgar

Modern and minimalist is the best way to describe the rooms at the Yurvvab Trafalgar hotel. The sleek decor gives the rooms a refined air and the color palette that the rooms present (grey walls, brown hardwood floors, and blue and beige drapes) ad to the stylish vibes the establishment exudes. The beds present padded headboards and bed skirts of solid dark gray, and muted orange bedspreads that add some color to the whole setup. You will also find nightstands at either side of the bed as well as a 40-inch, flat-screen, smart TV hanging on the wall.  

The hotel’s bathrooms are equally stylish and come equipped with large, walk-in showers with clear glass doors and rainfall showerheads. the floors hardwood, just like in the bedrooms. Walls are white-ceramic.

There are several types of rooms to choose from at the hotel: Entry-level or Tiny Rooms, Double Rooms, Interior Plus, and Junior Suites. The smallest rooms are quite small with just a king-sized bed placed up against the walls and no seating other than little cubes. They also feature small closets with electronic safes.  Double rooms offer enough extra room to add small desks and simple gray wooden chairs, as well as armoires. With the double room, you also get a coffeemaker and mini-fridges. Both of these rooms are offered with or without a private terrace furnished with a small table and two chairs. The other categories are even bigger and come with pull-out sofas and Nespresso machines.

Restaurants and food

The hotel features an excellent breakfast buffet, a top-notch and unique restaurant, Plato Unico, and a relaxing rooftop bar.

Breakfast at the hotel consists of a selection of traditional Barcelonés breakfast dishes: rustic bread toasted with scrubbed tomato (not crushed) and accompanied by a selection of cheeses or sausages, or an omelet made on the spot.

Plato Unico offers a very unique dining experience indeed: every night they serve one dish and one dish only. The concept has been implemented for some time and it has been a real success. The main course is always the same, the restaurant’s most acclaimed and successful dish, their ribs. All side plates and desserts change according to the season and seasonality. 

From the rooftop terrace, clients enjoy spectacular views of the city, while relaxing in the chill-out area, cooling off in the pool, or enjoying a good cocktail.

Vincci Gala – Historic and attractive 4-star

Beautiful lobby at Vincci Gala hotel

The 4-star hotel Vincci Gala is located in the heart of Barelona and is housed within a XIX palace and offers beautiful luxurious rooms.

The hotel maintains the original facade, floors, and stairway of the original palace but features updated and modern decor.

Near the hotel, you will find the Parc de la Ciutadella, El Born, La Boquería market, Liceu … and the main points of interest in Barcelona, as well as a direct connection to El Prat Airport by public transport.

9.1/10

Bedrooms at Hotel Vincci Gala 

There are several different types of rooms available at the Vincci Gala. They are all decorated in soft, dark brown colors with hardwood floors, dark wood walls, light gray bedspreads and caramel-colored curtains, and headboards with dark red pillows and chairs.

Standard Rooms are on the smaller side and come with two twin beds pushed together and are equipped with a wall-mounted flat-screen TV, a work desk, cool ceiling lamps, a minibar, and artsy framed photos on the walls.

The rooms are dimly lit and relaxing but feature a lot of natural light that streams into the rooms thanks to sliding glass doors that lead to small furnished patios.

Standard Family Rooms are slightly larger and have queen-size beds, but lack patios. Superior and Executive Rooms are very spacious and feature added equipment like a coffee maker, more seating space, and bathrobes. 

Restaurants and food

The hotel does not have a formal restaurant on the premises. It does however have a cafeteria where breakfast is served fresh daily, an open-aired terrace, and a bar.

In the area, there are plenty of bars and restaurants that you can check out if you want to get a bite to eat.

Location

The hotel is located right next to Plaza de Catalunya and Ramblas, in the famous Ronda de Sant Pere, perfect for exploring the whole heart of the Ciutat Vella de Barcelona and its surroundings.

Room Mate Carla – Wonderful 4-star

Bedroom in Room Mate Carla boutique hotel in Barcelona

The 4-star Room Mate Carla, located in the Eixample neighborhood of Barcelona, is just 200 meters from the paseo de Gracia and 5 minutes on foot from La Pedrera by Gaudí.

Bedrooms at Room Mate Carla 

Rooms at Room Mate Carla are decorated with white walls, hardwood floors, and some bright pops of color and 60s-Mod inspired rugs and wallpapers.

The bathrooms are modern with gray stone tile floors, basin sinks, free toiletries, and walk-in showers with rainfall showerheads.

The hotel is located in the heart of Barcelona’s downtown area.

8.6/10

Room Mate Anna – 4 stars

Common areas at Room Mate Anna

This 4-star boutique hotel in Barcelona,  the Room Mate Anna is located in the center of Barcelona and features a solarium and a small pool on the roof that enjoy spectacular views of the city. The hotel is modern and innovative and offers a variety of personalized services.

The rooms are elegant and are equipped with air conditioning, free WIFI and flat screen TV. Some rooms also have a living room area and a private terrace that looks out at Gudí’s Casa Batlló. 
The hotel also offers several meeting rooms and conference rooms thsat can be rented out.
The Room Mate Anna is located in the heart of the L’Eixample neighborhood, just 100 meters from Casa Batlló.

8.8/10

Hotel Casa Luz – Charming 3-star boutique hotel in Barcelona

Hotel Casa Luz terrace

The 3-star Hotel Casa Luz is a wonderful hotel located in the center of Barcelona that offers family rooms and features it’s own private terrace, room service, and a bar.

The decoration is minimal and tasteful, with natural wood accents and calming color palettes. The bathrooms are attractive as well and have a rustic feel. They also come equipped with eco-friendly amenities. An excellent environmentally friendly hotel in the heart of Barcelona. 

8.4/10

Europark – Elegant 3-star boutique hotel in Barcelona

Bedroom with modern decoration Europark Barcelona

This 3-star is located 600 meters from the Gracia neighborhood of Barcelona. The Hotel Europark features a rooftop terrace with a pool.

The hotel offers good value for money and it is located in the charming Eixample neighborhood of Barcelona and close to many of of the cities best attractions. The hotel is within walking distance from the famous Passeig de Gacia and the famous Gaudí houses Milà and Batlló.

The rooms are contemporary and feature chic decorations with black and white stripes.

8.4/10

Catalonia Passeig de Gràcia – 4 stars

passeig de gracia

The 4-star Catalonia Passeig de Gràcia is modernly decorated and the rooms are all equipped with air conditioning, free WIFI and Nespresso coffee makers. The hotel provides wine service every day between 13:00 and 20:00. The hotel is housed within a classically designed building from the 1920’s.

The hotel is just 500 meters from Gaudí’s Casa Batlló and 13 minutes on foot from La Pedrera. The Palau de la Música Catalana is just 7 minutes away on foot.
The Catalonia Passeig de Gràcia offers private parking for a fee and has an electric car charging point.

9.2/10

Bedrooms at Catalonia Passeig de Gràcia

The hotel’s offers modern rooms that feature wood floors, dark grey walls with white trim, satin curtains, and upholstered headboards. The beds are comfortable flanked by Cordovan nightstands and desks with antique silhouettes give the rooms a vintage feel.

All rooms are equipped with large flat-screen TVs, safes, electric kettles with coffee and tea, minibars, and free bottled water. The rooms get a good amount of natural light and enjoy views of the bustling streets bellow.

The duplex rooms have a separate living room that also has a terrace overlooking the charming Eixample neighborhood. 

Superior Rooms and larger Suites offer a wider range of velvet upholstered vintage seats. Some rooms with terraces adjoin the pool. Bathrooms are modern with contemporary fixtures and good-sized vanities. Most rooms have spacious walk-in showers, though Superior Rooms have shower/tub combos. 

Restaurants and food

The hotel has a restaurant, a bar, and offers room service. The hotel’s restaurant, Les Delícies, is located in the hotel lobby and has an elegant and quiet atmosphereand.

The restaurant offers an extensive menu of traditional Catalan cuisine from the early twentieth century. They serve Night Menu from Monday to Friday and Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. The restaurant also has a terrace where you can enjoy your meal al fresco. 

Location

The hotel is located on the famous Passeig de Gràcia in downtown Barcelona. This is one of the best locations in the whole city, just minutes from the famous Gaudí houses: Casa Milá and Casa Batlló, and within walking distance from many of the cities main attractions. 

Allegro Barcelona , Cool 3 star boutique style

Room mate Emma attic

The 3-star Allegro Barcelona offers elegant and sleek rooms and the hotel has a futuristic design and is just 100 meters from the Diagonal metro station in the center of Barcelona.

Rooms at Allegro are boldly decorated with distinct fuchsia or purple rugs and elegant white furnishings.

The rooms feature decorative accents such as abstract art or designs that decorate the walls.

The hotel features one luxury attic room that has a stone terrace with a small pool and a raised sofa bed with pillows for sunbathing or star gazing.

9/10

Restaurants and food

The hotel doesn’t have a formal restaurant on the premises. It has a cafeteria area where the daily buffet breakfast is served every morning. 

If you are looking for a bite to eat, the hotel is located in a great area of Barcelona, and there is no shortage of bars and restaurants within walking distance.

Location

The hotel is located in the famous Eixample neighborhood of Barcelona and is near many of the cities top attractions. Closest to the hotel is the famous Gaudí houses: Casa Milà and Casa Batlló. 

There are several metro stations nearby that you can use to explore the city. The nearest is the Diagonal station and the Provença station. 

Boutique Hotel H10 Montcada 4*

Library area boutique hotel Montcada in Barcelona

The 4-star Boutique Hotel H10 Montcada is ideally located and is near the cathedral, las Ramblas and the Picasso Museum and features spectacular views of the Gothic neighborhood of Barcelona and a rooftop terrace and hot tub.

This beautiful hotel has a total of 79 rooms available to customers. The rooms are on the smaller side but  feature modern decor with leather armchairs, bed skirts, and nightstands, plus some natural wood accents. Wall and ceiling moldings, as well as low-hanging metal lamps, are elegant touches.

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Bedrooms at Hotel H10 Montcada

This beautiful hotel has a total of 79 rooms available to customers. The rooms are on the smaller side, considering the price. Basic double units are the smallest of the bunch, with enough space for a double bed, a small desk, and a closet. However, the rooms feature white walls, mirrored surfaces, and large windows make the spaces feel larger than they really are.

The rooms feature modern decor with leather armchairs, bed skirts, and nightstands, plus some natural wood accents. Wall and ceiling moldings, as well as low-hanging metal lamps, are elegant touches.

The hotel offers many high-quality amenities, including iPod docks, free Wi-Fi, minibars, wall-mounted flat-screen TVs, Nespresso machines, and safes with power outlets for charging mobiles and laptops.

The bathrooms are also attractive and sleek with cream-colored marble-style tiles, spacious shower/tub combos, fluffy robes, and a good selection of free toiletries. Light sleepers may want to request a room facing the back of the building or on a higher floor, as the hotel is located on a busy street. The rooms closest to the ground floor can also feel the roar of the subway, which passes just below the hotel. Some rooms on the upper floors have excellent views of the city.

Restaurants and food

The hotel has a a restaurant and two bars on the premises, all of which are attractively decorated and relaxing. The hotel’s restaurant, The Library,  has different spaces with an area decorated as a bookstore, a new buffet and walls covered in white to create a bright and calm atmosphere. It offers a great breakfast buffet made with high-quality products. During the day, the restaurant serves traditional Mediterranean dishes, that are worth a try. 

The bars are located, one in the lobby and one on the roof. The lounge bar in the lobby is comfortable and laid back, and a great place to enjoy a cocktail in a sophisticated environment. The rooftop bar, on the other hand, enjoy wonderful views of the city and is a great place to unwind after a day of exploring the city. 

Location

The hotel is located right on Via Layetana, in the heart of Barcelona’s downtown area. It is ideally located if you want to explore the city on foot, with many of the cities top attractions just minutes away. 

H10 Urquinaona Plaza – Spectacular 4-star hotel in the Born

H10 Urquinaona boutique hotel in Barcelona

The H10 Urquinaona Plaza is just 5 minutes of foot from Cataluña square and Las Ramblas and boasts a rooftop tearrace with a small seasonal pool.

The H10 also features a restaurant, a bar, a library, and the aforementioned rooftop terrace that enjoys spectacular views of the city. The hotel is located just a few meters from the Palau de la Música Catalana

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Bedrooms at H10 Urquinaona 

The H10 Urquinaona has 80 rooms available that feature a clean and sleek design. They feature a combination of simple and plain details including the linens and the furniture, and brightly colored pops like chartreuse chairs, walnut wood floors, funky light fixtures, and accents like single flower pots.

Rooms also feature high ceilings and are equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, Nespresso coffee machines, air conditioning, and minibars. They also have a desk and some include a sofa bed.

Superior rooms also come with a balcony and suites have spa baths. The bathrooms are small and simple, but equally modern and austere in design. There is a shower cabin with rain shower and a toilet, all surrounded by simple white tiles. 

Restaurants and food

The hotel has several dining options on the premises. Ninth, the hotel’s restaurant, offers a complete and elaborate breakfast buffet with hot dishes, pastries, assorted bread and natural juices. It also has an egg menu as well as dietary options including bread and croissants for celiacs (on request). L’Olivera, the hotel’s bar is a great place to have a drink or coffee at any time. It has a selection of light dishes such as salads or sandwiches as well as premium cocktails and gin and tonics. Lastly, El Jardi is the hotel’s pleasant outdoor patio with background music. It is a great option if you are looking to enjoy an aperitif while the calm atmosphere.

Location

H10 Urquinaona Plaza Hotel is located in Barcelona’s Eixample district, a neighborhood that is filled with great places to eat and drink.

Many of the city’s most popular attractions are within a five-minute walk, including Plaza Catalunya, Las Ramblas, and Passeig de Gracia, which is where you will find two of the most famous Gaudí houses: Casa Batlló and the Casa Milá.

The Barri Gotic is a five-minute walk to the, as is the beautiful Palau de la Musica Catalana. For farther-flung destinations, the Urquinaona Metro station and several bus stops are a two-minute walk from the hotel.

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Alma Barcelona GL 5* - Charming and with great garden

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Hotel Alma in Barcelona

The 5-star Alma Barcelona is located on the on the Passeig de Gràcia right in the center of Barcelona. The hotel features a wonderful spa that includes a covered pool, a hammam, a sauna, a full gym and massage services.

The Alma Barcelona is housed within a beautiful building.

The rooms are all high-ceilinged, spacious, and quiet. Many of the Grand Deluxe rooms offer views of Casa Milà. Inside the room tech touches include free Wi-Fi, plasma TVs, and sleek phones.

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Bedrooms at Hotel Alma Barcelona

Instead of a boring room key, to enter your room at the Alma Hotel, you have to scan your fingerprint.

The interiors are elegantly decorated with hardwood floors, leather furniture, and glass headboards and dividers.

The hotel’s 72 rooms feature plush cotton bedding, free minibar items, and large marble bathrooms with rainfall showers, bathrobes, luxury items, and slippers.

Restaurants and food

Chef G. Esteve runs the hotel’s excellent restaurant, Jardin del Alma. The restaurant offers fresh, seasonal dishes that guaranteed to impress. 

At the center of the hotel is a beautiful garden, which is one of the hotel’s main attractions. And if the garden changes with the seasons, the restaurant is also a living organism that connects with it. 

You will find dishes like peas and Maresme beans made naturally, the confit artichoke of the prat (memory of the chef from a family dinner in his native Bordeaux), the foie with calçots and hazelnuts or the celery in salad, crunchy and refreshing. The season continues to suggest imposing duck rice as well as an essential of the Garden of the Soul: the Sea Bass in salt with grilled lettuce.

Location

Located in the heart of the Eixample district, the hotel in Barcelona is located just a few steps from the emblematic Passeig de Gràcia.

Passeig de Gràcia is one of the cities mains avenues, filled with stores of the main luxury brands and by great architectural jewels of Catalan modernism, such as Casa Batlló and La Pedrera by Antoni Gaudí.

Mandarin Oriental Barcelona – 5 stars

Mandarin Oriental hotel

The 5-star Mandarin Oriental Barcelona is located on Paseo de Gràcia, in the center of Barcelona. The hotel enjoys wonderful views of the city and features a rooftop swimming pool, a spa, an indoor pool and a full fitness center. The hotel restaurant, Moments, is run by Michelin star chef Carme Ruscalleda.

The hotels is s just 5 minutes from Gaudí’s Casa Batlló and La Pedrera. Plaza Cataluña is only 10 minutes away on foot.

Guest can also enjoy a meal outdoors in the Mimosa gardens, enjoy a drink on the rooftop terrace or try some tapas at the hotel’s bar.

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Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona GL - 5 Stars

Lobby at Majestic hotel Barcelona

The 5-star Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona GL offers luxurious lodgings in a neoclassical building on the Paseo de Gràcia. The hotel features a spa, a rooftop pool and terrace which enjoy amazing views of the city.

The Majestic Hotel Barcelona maintains its original facade and offers classically designed, elegant and modern rooms. All are equipped with air conditioning.

The Majestic Barcelona is 100 meters from the Casa Batlló of Gaudí and 10 minutes on foot from Plaza de Cataluña and Las Ramblas.

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Sir Victor Hotel – Beautiful and elegant 5*

Pool in terrace area Sir Victor hotel Barcelona

The Sir Victor Hotel is an elegant 5-star hotel in the center of Barcelona. The hotel is located on the famous paseo de Gracia, and features a pool and a wonderful rooftop terrace that overlooks the city.

The rooms at the Sir Victor Hotel are elegant and modern and enjoy views of either of the Paseo de Gracia or the hotel’s interior garden. All rooms are equipped with satellite TV, free WIFI, and a large bathroom.

The hotel also features a spa that has several steam rooms, a fitness center, and massage and beauty treatments.

The hotel restaurant, The Lobby, serves an innovative selection of street food and dishes to share.

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Iberostar Selection Paseo de Gracia 4*

We love this 4* star hotel and we consider it to be one of the most luxurious 4 star hotels in the City. The 4-star Iberostar Selection Paseo de Gracia features a private terrace with a pool and private parking and is located in the la plaza Catalunya, in the center of Barcelona.

The rooms are modern, elegant, and sleek and enjoy tons of sunlight that reflect off the creamy white interior decor. 

Ca Menestral is the hotel’s restaurant. It specializes in traditional Mediterranean cuisine and is worth a try if you want to enjoy a meal on the premises. The restaurant is modern and relaxed and has a buffet area which is used in the mornings to serve breakfast. 

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Hotel DO Plaça Reial G.L. - 5*

Stairs Hotel Plaça Reial

The 5-star Hotel DO Plaça Reial features a spa and a sauna, a outdoor fitness center and a pool on the roof and is located in the plaza Real, next to Las Ramblas.

The rooms are large and modernly decorated and are equipped with air conditioning, free WIFI, flat-screen TV, and a complimentary minibar.
The hotel Plaça Reial has 2 restaurants that serve traditional Mediterranean cuisine. One of the restaurants is located in the building’s old cellar, the other features a beautiful terrace with views of the plaza Real and the city.

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Bedrooms at Hotel Vincci Gala 

There are several different types of rooms available at the Vincci Gala. They are all decorated in soft, dark brown colors with hardwood floors, dark wood walls, light gray bedspreads and caramel-colored curtains, and headboards with dark red pillows and chairs.

Standard Rooms are on the smaller side and come with two twin beds pushed together and are equipped with a wall-mounted flat-screen TV, a work desk, cool ceiling lamps, a minibar, and artsy framed photos on the walls.

The rooms are dimly lit and relaxing but feature a lot of natural light that streams into the rooms thanks to sliding glass doors that lead to small furnished patios.

Standard Family Rooms are slightly larger and have queen-size beds, but lack patios. Superior and Executive Rooms are very spacious and feature added equipment like a coffee maker, more seating space, and bathrobes. 

Restaurants and food

The hotel does not have a formal restaurant on the premises. It does however have a cafeteria where breakfast is served fresh daily, an open-aired terrace, and a bar.

In the area, there are plenty of bars and restaurants that you can check out if you want to get a bite to eat.

Location

The hotel is located right next to Plaza de Catalunya and Ramblas, in the famous Ronda de Sant Pere, perfect for exploring the whole heart of the Ciutat Vella de Barcelona and its surroundings.

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H10 Port Vell 4*Sup – Wonderful 4-star hotel in the Barceloneta

Terrace at H10 Port Vell in Barceloneta

This 4 -star hotel features a rooftop terrace with a small pool and fantastic views of the city and is located in the Barceloneta neighborhood in Barcelona, 220 meters from the old port.

All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TV, a minibar and a Nespresso coffee maker.

The H10 is housed within a historic, restored building, 400 meters from the Francia train station. Las Ramblas and Plaza Cataluña are 20 minutes away on foot.

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Bedrooms at H10 Port Vell 

Rooms at the hotel are attractive and well-lit, with a simple, contemporary design scheme. The rooms are decorated with circular wall art, stained wood floors, and dark bookcases. Thoughtful details add originality to the decoration, details like radiant nightstand tables and tapestries that double as light fixtures.

Rooms are all equipped with 42-inch flat-screen TVs, safes, mini-fridges with minibars, desks, and Nespresso coffeemakers. Bathrooms have dark tiles, wood-paneled vanities, plush bathrobes, and showers.

There are several rooms types to chose from, some of which have small balconies with harbor views (port double room). However, the views from the lower floors’ balcony aren’t spectacular. 

Restaurants and food

The hotel has several different options on the premises if you are in looking for a bite to eat. The hotel restaurant, Hollywood, offers a great Mediterranean breakfast made with fresh, high-quality artisan products and a selection of à la carte dishes prepared at the moment. The hotel’s rooftop terrace, Mare Nostrum, is located on the 5th floor of the hotel and offers fantastic views of Port Vell. It is the perfect place to enjoy the pleasant climate of Barcelona while tasting a selection of delicious light dishes and cocktails. Lastly, Café del Port offers coffee and other drinks in a calm and relaxed atmosphere. It also has an offer of light dishes such as salads or sandwiches, as well as a selection of cocktails.

Location

The H10 Port Vell is located in the historic Port Vell neighborhood of Barcelona. This area has a concentration of shops, bars, and restaurants. The trendy Born district is just on the other side of Passeig d’Isabel II, less than five minutes away on foot.

The Barceloneta metro station is just around the corner, which will get you quickly and to the Sagrada Familia and Parc Güell, in less than half an hour. La Rambla is a 15-minute walk away, as are the narrow, winding streets of the Barri Gòtic (Gothic Quarter). 

H10 Cubik

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This excellent 4* hotel offers fantastic value for money at a great location in Barcelona. The hotel is located in the center of Barcelona’s old town, very close to the city’s Cathedral, Plaza Cataluña, and the famous Palau de la Música Catalana. The hotel is located on Via Layetana, within walking distance from the Urquinaona metro station. 

Rooms at the H10 Cubik are bright, sleek, and modern with hardwood floors, soft neutral colors highlighted by bold color blocks, and white bedding.

They also feature modern furniture, colorful modern art, and flat-screen televisions hang on the wall.

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