Barcelona

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Arenas de Barcelona featuring a monument, night scenes and a sunset
Barceloneta Beach showing general coastal views, a beach and a skyscraper
Casa Vicens
Turo de la Rovira featuring landscape views and a city
Sagrada Familia featuring a church or cathedral, a city and heritage architecture

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Where to stay in Barcelona

Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Downtown Barcelona

La Rambla and Plaça de Catalunya are a few top attractions in Downtown Barcelona. Hop around the city on the metro at Liceu Station or Jaume I Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, stunning cathedral, and popular shops.

Downtown Barcelona
Gothic Quarter which includes a city and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Gothic Quarter

4.5/5(2,488 area reviews)

Discover the historic heart of Barcelona in this labyrinthine quarter, featuring medieval landmarks, the remains of Roman walls, and the Barcelona Cathedral. Easily accessible via L4 Jaume I and L3 Liceu and Drassanes stations.

Gothic Quarter
Eixample showing street scenes and outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

Eixample

4.5/5(3,576 area reviews)

Characterized by long straight streets and a grid pattern, Eixample boasts iconic sights like Casa Milà, Casa Batlló, and Sagrada Família. The area is easily navigable, with wide avenues and chamfered corners.

Eixample
Placa de Catalunya which includes outdoor art and a statue or sculpture

Dreta de l'Eixample

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dreta de l'Eixample. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Plaça de Catalunya, and jump on the metro at Girona Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.

Dreta de l'Eixample
La Sagrada Familia showing a sunset, a city and landscape views

La Sagrada Familia

La Sagrada Familia is a destination travelers like for its churches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Sagrada Familia Station or Sant Pau Dos de Maig to explore sights like Sagrada Familia.

La Sagrada Familia
Boqueria Market featuring street scenes as well as a large group of people

El Raval

4/5(955 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in El Raval. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Parc de Montjuic Station or Paral-lel Station to see more of the city.

El Raval
Barcelona Airport Hotel

Barcelona Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
Plaza de la Volateria, 3 El Prat de Llobregat
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in El Prat de Llobregat. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,157 reviews)
Good spread of breakfast. The front desk staff were helpful and friendly.

Reviewed on 22 December 2025

Barcelona Airport Hotel
Arc la Rambla

Arc la Rambla

3 out of 5
La Rambla 19 Barcelona
The price is AED 318 per night from Jan 7 to Jan 8
AED 318
AED 398 total
7 Jan - 8 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,079 reviews)
Loved staying gere. Close to everything, transportation, train, bus and pier. Excellent hotel.

Reviewed on 25 December 2025

Arc la Rambla
Nobu Hotel Barcelona

Nobu Hotel Barcelona

5 out of 5
Avenida de Roma 2-4 Barcelona Barcelona
The price is AED 869 per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
AED 869
AED 1,027 total
22 Jan - 23 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,189 reviews)
Nobu Hotel is beautiful, comfortable, and the staff were very professional and friendly - in multiple languages! It was a restful and convenient place to stay in Barcelona.

Reviewed on 14 December 2025

Nobu Hotel Barcelona
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartments Rambla 102

Apartments Rambla 102

4 out of 5
La Rambla 102 Barcelona
Stay at this aparthotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, satellite TV channels, and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (575 reviews)
Clean room and nice staff

Reviewed on 20 December 2025

Apartments Rambla 102
Citadines Ramblas Barcelona

Citadines Ramblas Barcelona

3 out of 5
La Rambla, 122 Barcelona
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,501 reviews)
Good room and location. Amenities were great. Room was a little on the warm side and could only reduce temperature by opening the window.

Reviewed on 25 November 2025

Citadines Ramblas Barcelona
CASP74 Apartments

CASP74 Apartments

4 out of 5
Calle Casp 74 Barcelona
Stay at this aparthotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,079 reviews)
The location is excellent. Most places were 10-15 mins walk. Check in was easy as was check out. Loads of fantastic bakeries, coffee shops within a 5 min walk. Conveniences round the corner open 24 hours and chemist nearby

Reviewed on 17 December 2025

CASP74 Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Barcelona

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4 - Good 25%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Barcelona is a wonderful walkable city with lots of places to visit and amazing food for great prices! If you have time, go on a wine/cava tour or tasting and make sure to eat lots of tapas.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Barcelona was amazing. We ended up staying in the Gothic quarter and the hotel was beautiful and was an easy walk to everything .

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The on and off bus is definitely worth the money. You get to see and visit every thing.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

People are nice, food is amazing, architecture is breathtaking. I am so happy we made this decision to visit Barcelona!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful city would love to go back someday

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Barcelona was great! I can't wait to go back and really enjoy it. We had to cut our trip short due to the pandemic.