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
Maritime Museum featuring heritage elements and interior views

Ciutat Vella

4.5/5(178 area reviews)

Nestled between the Mediterranean Sea and l'Eixample, Ciutat Vella boasts historic sites like the Cathedral of Barcelona and Museu Picasso. Stroll along Les Rambles or dine at Els Quatre Gats in el Born.

Ciutat Vella
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
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
Rialto
Rialto
3 out of 5
Carrer de Ferran, 40-42, Barcelona, Barcelona
The price is AED 281 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
AED 281
AED 351 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,046 reviews)
"Pros: 1.Ultra-dark room: perfect for sleep 2. Breakfast: the range is astonishing for a 3 Star hotel 3. Manner of staff: good humoured, polite and ready to help. Cons: 1. Distance from the Metro: I have a disability so this was frustrating."

Reviewed on 2 February 2025

Rialto
Novotel Barcelona Cornella
Novotel Barcelona Cornella
4 out of 5
Avinguda Del Maresme 78, Cornella de Llobregat
The price is AED 343 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
AED 343
AED 387 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cornella de Llobregat. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,149 reviews)
"Everything was perfect."

Reviewed on 2 February 2025

Novotel Barcelona Cornella
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 469 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
AED 469
AED 526 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
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! (4,804 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 3 February 2025

Barcelona Airport Hotel
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! (482 reviews)
"We liked everything."

Reviewed on 6 January 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! (1,055 reviews)
"I stayed in a "suite" mobile home, and for one person it had everything i needed, staff friendly and responsive, will be staying here again when im back end of February"

Reviewed on 26 January 2025

Camping 3 Estrellas
Enjoybcn Gaudi Apartments
Enjoybcn Gaudi Apartments
4 out of 5
Avinguda Gaudí, 14, Barcelona
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (178 reviews)
"Excellent location apartment was just as described and easy access for our stay. Would book again if we were going to Barcelona"

Reviewed on 26 January 2025

Enjoybcn Gaudi 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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Top Destination
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5 - Excellent 72%
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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.

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