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

Barcelona Travel Guide Video

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
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
5 out of 5
Plaza de Pio XII, 4, Barcelona
The price is AED 608 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
AED 608
AED 734 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"We loved our stay at Grand Hyatt Barcelona! Beginning from the wonderful welcome at front desk from Clara, and continuing to the lovely breakfast and spa facilities, we couldn’t have chosen a better location for our short city break. Our hotel room had lovely mod cons making our stay comfortable ..."

Reviewed on 23 February 2025

Grand Hyatt Barcelona
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 521 per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
AED 521
AED 583 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
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! (4,869 reviews)
"Very clean hotel, great facilities, friendly staff. Rooms are large and comfortable. Only mention is rooms are not very quiet."

Reviewed on 7 March 2025

Barcelona Airport Hotel
Moxy Barcelona
Moxy Barcelona
4 out of 5
Carrer de Mallorca,1-23, Barcelona
The price is AED 390 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
AED 390
AED 479 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (137 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 3 March 2025

Moxy 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.
Sonder Casa Luz
Sonder Casa Luz
4 out of 5
Ronda Universitat, 1, Barcelona, Barcelona
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Barcelona. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (498 reviews)
"Sonder Casa Luz is located near Plaza de Catalunya where we took both tours of the city. There are many shops where we purchased clothing. It’s so close to Las Ramblas where we went two days to snack on their jugos naturales, ate Jamon, fresh gyozo, fresh fruit and xhocolat. We walked to the Picasso ..."

Reviewed on 3 March 2025

Sonder Casa Luz
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,075 reviews)
"A great plaxe to stay with a family. Cute and functional cabins, right on the beach, well kept grounds, great amenities and a family of cats to keep my kids entertained!!"

Reviewed on 20 February 2025

Camping 3 Estrellas
Capri by Fraser Barcelona
Capri by Fraser Barcelona
4 out of 5
Sancho de Avila 32-34, Barcelona
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,229 reviews)
"Great place for family. Cleaning every two days would be better but still a great base to explore the city."

Reviewed on 24 February 2025

Capri by Fraser 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

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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

MWilliams

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.