Where to stay

If it’s your first time in Barcelona, we recommend you stay in the most central locations, with the best transport connections and easy access the most popular sightseeing and attractions. These areas are:

* Plaça de Catalunya

* Las Ramblas

* Gothic Quarter (the old town)

These areas can be easily accessed by metro and bus to the rest of the city and by bus from Plaza de Catalunya to Barcelona Airport.

> If budget is a concern and you want to find cheaper accommodation you may wish to consider staying out from the heart of the city centre. Poble Sec, or Montjuïc / Plaça España are perfect locations. For example from Poble Sec to La Rambla is a mere 8 minutes ride on the metro yet the hotels in this area are considerably cheaper than in the heart of the city centre.

The city of Barcelona is much smaller than you could imagine. Plaça de Catalunya (the epicentre) can be reached by subway within a maximum of 45 minutes from the city's furthest metro stop. However, your subway trip to the city center is most likely significantly less, usually 10 to 15 minutes.

You should ensure that your hotel is within walking distance to a metro stop. You could stay nearly anywhere in the center of the city (zone 1) and still get ready to the sights via the subway system.

Whatever your traveling style is, we collected a selection of our favorite hotel for each type of budget and need.


Best luxury hotels in Barcelona

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Almanac Barcelona - For tech lovers

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The perfect example for a modern luxury hotel, the Almanac Barcelona has only opened its doors in 2018.

Grand Hotel Central - For the central location

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The Grand Hotel Central is the place for you if you are looking for a luxury city-center hotel just a short walk from Barcelona’s most famous districts, …

Hotel Arts Barcelona - For beach access

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The Hotel Arts Barcelona is located in the Port Olímpic (next to the huge golden-fish sculptures of Frank Gehry), in the outskirts of Barcelona’s centre.

Hotel Casa Fuster G.L Monumento

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The Hotel Casa Fuster G.L Monumento is an iconic, modern building is located at the head of Barcelona’s chic Passeig de Gracia Avenue.

Hotel El Avenida Palace - For the Old-school cool

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If it’s good enough for Joan Miró, Ernest Hemingway and The Beatles (they’ve all stayed here), it’s good enough for us.

Hotel Sofia Barcelona - For staying in

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Although it is a little further away from the city center, Hotel Sofia - For staying in offers so many opulent amenities and restaurants that you won’t …

Hotel W Barcelona - For sea views

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The W Hotel is the most iconic, luxurious hotel of Barcelona with the best view of the city on the sea.

Mandarin Oriental

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The Mandarin Oriental Barcelona has the perfect location for exploring Barcelona’s high-end shops: Passeig de Grácia, where the hotel sits, is packed with …

Mercer Hotel - For a relaxed city stay

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Although The Mercer Hotel is in the busiest area of Barcelona (the Gothic Quarter), it is ideal for guests looking for a central location but also want a …

Renaissance Barcelona Hotel - For the local touch

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The Renaissance hotels are a part of the luxurious Marriott premium and have a Catalan touch with the Barcelona version.

The Barcelona EDITION - For entertainment

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The The Barcelona EDITION is a plush luxury five star boutique hotel situated next to the fresh food market of Santa Caterina, in El Born area.

The Serras Hotel - For history lovers

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Are you eager to stay in the building where Picasso started out?

The Wittmore Barcelona - Adults only

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This luxurious hotel is located in the lively Gothic Quarter of Barcelona.

Budget hotels Barcelona

Are you looking for a good accomodation to enjoy Barcelona at a reasonable price? Discover all our recommendations for budget hotel, homestays and B&B’s. Continue reading

The Buba House Hotel Barcelona

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Located in Barcelona’s Eixample neighborhood, Hotel Buba House provides free WiFi in public areas.

The Hostal House

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Hostal House is centrally located in Barcelona, a 15-minute walk from the popular Plaza España and the Fira de Barcelona Congress Centre.

Medium budget hotel Barcelona

If you are looking for a medium budget hotel in Barcelona that will offer you good services at a reasonable price, this is the category for you. Discover all our recommendations and book your hotel. Continue reading

Catalonia Magdalenes Hotel

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The Catalonia Magdalenes Hotel is just 200 meters from Barcelona Cathedral and provides an outdoor pool terrace with views of the Cathedral and a spa.

Hotel Barcelona 1882

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The Hotel Barcelona 1882 o in only 400 meters from the Sagrada Familia and has an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre.

The B Hotel in Barcelona

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The Hotel B is located just 150 meters from Plaça Espanya and opposite the shopping center of Las Arenas.

The Porta Fira Hotel in Barcelona

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Located opposite Fira Barcelona Exhibition Centre, Hotel Porta Fira is an impressive red tower designed by Japanese architect Toyo Ito.