Barcelona

Travel Guide

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

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 Plaça de Catalunya and La Rambla, 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, Poligono Mas Blau, El Prat de Llobregat
The price is AED 623 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
AED 623
AED 696 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (5,000 reviews)
Excellent , was allowed to check in early.

Reviewed on 28 October 2025

Barcelona Airport Hotel
Lamaro Hotel

Lamaro Hotel

5 out of 5
Avenida Catedral, 7, Barcelona
The price is AED 866 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
AED 866
AED 1,022 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,792 reviews)
This hotel was gorgeous, inside and out. We had a king room with a balcony. The room was very spacious, there is a rooftop bar overlooking the Cathedral of Barcelona. A must see while you are there. The location was perfect. The only reason why I didn't give it 5 stars is due to hotel noise. The ...

Reviewed on 31 October 2025

Lamaro Hotel
Grand Hyatt Barcelona

Grand Hyatt Barcelona

5 out of 5
Plaza de Pio XII, 4, Barcelona
The price is AED 628 per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
AED 628
AED 761 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,430 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on 31 October 2025

Grand Hyatt 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.
Camping 3 Estrellas

Camping 3 Estrellas

2 out of 5
C-31, km 186, Gava, Barcelona
Book a stay at this beach campground in Gava. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,256 reviews)
3 Estrellas has been my comfortable place of choice. I just like everything about the place. I will always recommend and go back whenever I can. Hasta pronto!

Reviewed on 18 October 2025

Camping 3 Estrellas
Apartamentos Hesperia Sant Joan

Apartamentos Hesperia Sant Joan

3 out of 5
Josep Trueta 2 San Joan Despi, Sant Joan Despi
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Sant Joan Despi. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Camp Nou and Passeig de Gràcia ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,754 reviews)
Cleannnn

Reviewed on 1 October 2025

Apartamentos Hesperia Sant Joan
Citadines Ramblas Barcelona

Citadines Ramblas Barcelona

3 out of 5
La Rambla, 122, Barcelona
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,492 reviews)
Perfect for our short stay in Barcelona. We appreciated the security when entering or leaving the property. The in suite kitchenette had everything we needed including a small dishwasher. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on 24 October 2025

Citadines Ramblas 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.

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Reviews of Barcelona

4.7
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 72%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 25%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 3%
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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.