Favorite city of many poets, marked by the architecture of the great Gaudí, Barcelona was and always will be the most beautiful, mysterious, multifaceted and romantic corner of the Old World. It is no coincidence that the resort is suffocating from the influx of visitors - everyone who at least conditionally considers himself a traveler dreams of being here. But do not worry - in the huge city there is enough space for everyone and everyone will find where to stay in Barcelona.
The streets of Barcelona hide many of the most beautiful places. Remnants of Moorish architecture and Gothic motifs, classics and modernity are mixed here, urban development harmoniously alternates with parks, squares and flower gardens. Therefore, even getting lost here will become a kind of pleasure - you can enjoy the random landscapes and architecture for hours.
Choosing a place to stay in Barcelona
Which corner of Barcelona to choose as a location for deployment? If you want to be close to all the attractions at once, it's a futile idea, it still won't work. There is a colossal number of interesting places and they are all scattered throughout the huge city. But do not worry, there are tourist basses running around Barcelona, taking travelers to the most significant and famous sites.
Combining a beach vacation with an excursion is also quite realistic, but living near the sea and at the same time in the epicenter of cultural abundance is a difficult task. It is worth accepting the fact that in whatever area you would not stay and no matter how actively you travel around the resort, you will not be able to see all the wealth at one time, it is worthwhile to designate the places that you would like to visit and look for hotels nearby in advance.
Barcelona hotels are not cheap. A night in an unassuming and not spoiled by excesses hotel will cost 100 euros (for a double room). But for the service and the brand, you will have to pay different money - from 250 euros. Hostels that estimate their services at only 15-20 euros per night will become a lifesaver; some establishments offer double rooms without amenities, but several times lower than in hotels.
If you are looking for an area to stay in Barcelona to save money, this is not easy. The difference in prices of hotels in different areas is practically not felt, and in order to really win a few extra euros, you will have to settle in the distant outskirts, far from the center and the main attractions.
Best Areas to Stay in:
- Bourne.
- Gothic Quarter.
- Barceloneta.
- Gracia.
- Eixample.
- Raval.
- Pedralbes.
- Montjuic.
Each of these districts has its own historical baggage from the monuments of the past and thousands of exciting stories, which will be happy to share with guests.
Bourne
The area grew up on the site of the arena of medieval knightly tournaments and, as if confirming its solid age and experience, attracts tourists looking for sophisticated intellectual pleasures. However, it also attracts those seeking worldly joys with dozens of restaurants, cafes, pizzerias and bars located on medieval streets. This is why Born is the busiest area of all places to stay in Barcelona.
Borne is home to the Picasso Museum and the Textile Museum, the Cathedral and the Zoo, old churches where devout townspeople go to atone for their sins, and curious tourists to gaze at antique frescoes and sculptures. Bornu's charm is added by the proximity to the beach, lively nightlife and the presence of many fashion boutiques.
Hotels: Hotel Oasis, Exe Laietana Palace, Pension Ciudadela, K + K Hotel Picasso, Park Hotel, Hostal Nuevo Colon, Pension Francia, Barcelona Hotel Colonial, Pensión Palacio, Hotel Ciutadella Barcelona, Hotel del Mar, Hotel Santa Marta, Best House Best Place, Friendly Rentals Hopper.
Gothic Quarter
H10 Montcada Hotel Barcelona
The most rich in historical heritage area, found in the times of the Roman Empire. The buildings, which are hundreds of years old, peacefully coexist with the architectural remake, and tourists have no choice but to admire this harmony, interrupting only for short snacks in restaurants and bars, of which there are a great many in the area. The main attraction of the Gothic Quarter is the beautiful Cathedral, reminiscent of the greatness of the city.
Hotels: Adagio Hotel, Suizo Hotel, Colon Hotel, Royal Hotel, H10 Montcada Hotel, Serhs Rivoli Rambla Hotel, Meridien Hotel, Rialto Hotel, Monte Carlo Hotel, Nh Barcelona Centro, MontBlanc Hotel, Neri Hotel, Nouvel Hotel.
Barceloneta
The area, as usual in the resort traditions of Europe, grew out of a small fishing village. An excellent solution for the beach and any other holiday. Here you can spend your entire vacation without leaving, alternating beaches with bars and vice versa. Of the places where you can stay in Barcelona with children and your family in general, this is the best.
The area is lined with coastal promenades and seafood restaurants, while leisure activities are brightened up by a cinema, an aquarium, several museums and a vibrant nightlife.
Hotels: W Barcelona, Safestay Barcelona Sea, Hotel Santa Marta, Icària Hotel, H10 Barcelona Marina Hotel, Arts Hotel.
Gracia
Hotel La Casa del Sol
An ancient settlement that has recently joined Barcelona by historical standards. The area is incredibly beautiful and unusual. It is considered the habitat of artists and other creative intelligentsia. Accommodation of foreigners ensured multiculturalism and friendliness to absolutely all visitors.
In Gràcia, there are restaurants of almost all cuisines of the world, here you can find ethnic shops, cute houses in various styles, narrow streets and promenade avenues, exquisite squares, where dozens of outdoor cafes and pastry shops are located. A great place to integrate into local life.
Hotels: Catalonia Park Güell, Hotel Ronda Lesseps, Pensión Alberdi, DingDong Expres, Aparthotel Silver, Hotel Travessera, Hotel La Casa del Sol, Blackandwhitehome Gracia, BCN Urban Hotels Bonavista, Generator Hostel Barcelona, Hostal Lesseps, Centric Gracia Apartments, Dream Gracia Apartments, Gràcia City Hostel.
Eixample
Catalonia Eixample 1864
A new part of the city, which arose only in the middle of the nineteenth century. Built with precise lines and a strict plan. But this is not what tourists are interested in. The area is home to luxury real estate and just a great place for everything: rest, life and leisure.
Among other things, he became famous for the abundance of Art Nouveau architecture and art galleries. There are many creations of the eccentric Gaudí with his fabulous shapes and toy decorations.
Eixample is home to many branded boutiques, promenade streets and fine dining restaurants. This is the place to stay in Barcelona at any time and with any company.
Hotels: Sunotel Club Central, Catalonia Eixample 1864, Sunotel Central, Praktik Vinoteca, Sunotel Junior, Petit Palace Museum, Acta Antibes, Catalonia Diagonal Centro, Barcelona Century Hotel, Hotel Balmes, SM Hotel Sant Antoni, Caledonian, SM Hotel Teatre Auditori, Eurostars Cristal Palace, Hotel Well and Come, Catalonia La Pedrera.
Raval
Hotel Lloret Ramblas
The area is notorious but still attracts tourists, especially adventure seekers and extreme lovers. The place is quite cozy, there are many restaurants, cafes, small shops with unique goods, pizzerias and bars, clubs and narrow labyrinths of streets intertwined in a dense network. Living here is fun and interesting.
The reverse side of Raval is crime and party life in its unsightly manifestation. Here you can indulge in sins all night long and burn your life, if you come here for forbidden pleasures - you should stay in Barcelona right here.
Hotels: Hotel Lloret Ramblas, Hotel Turin, Catalonia Ramblas, Andante Hotel, Barceló Raval, Hotel Serhs del Port, Hotel España Ramblas, Hostal Operaramblas, Oriente Atiram, Le Méridien Barcelona, Mesón Castilla Atiram Hotels, Eco Boutique Hostal Grau, Arc La Rambla, Atlantis by Atbcn, Sant Agustí.
Pedralbes
Catalonia rigoletto
The former place of residence of the Spanish elite, the area has not changed itself today and continues to be the abode of the rich and famous. Here you can meet world-class stars walking peacefully along the boulevard in casual clothes. The area is surrounded by greenery of gardens and parks, and its streets are filled with luxurious mansions and villas.
The fact that the area is actually ancient and belongs to the historical treasures of Barcelona is reminiscent of the Pedralbes Monastery, the Royal Palace and other iconic buildings. The Guell mansion, erected by the shocking architect Gaudí, stands apart.
Hotels where you can stay in Barcelona: Residencia Universitaria Barcelona Diagonal, AC Hotel Victoria Suites, Upper Diagonal, Primero Primer, Apartment Barcelona & Home Deco Sarria, Eurostars Angli, Catalonia Rigoletto, Aparthotel Atenea Barcelona, Sofia, Vilana Hotel.
Montjuic
Hotel Torre Catalunya
The area is named after a high hill located next to Mount Tibidabo, to which a funicular leads and where visitors to the city love to travel. This place is rich in nearby attractions from the Museum of Catalan Art to the Musical Fountains. The key attraction is the architectural village, where samples of architecture from all over the country are collected. There is also an Olympic complex with swimming pools and a stadium, an observation deck with a panoramic view of the city and a string of streets for walks of any length.
Hotels: Expo Hotel Barcelona, Barceló Sants, Ayre Hotel Gran Vía, Hostal Sans, SmartRoom Barcelona, Hotel Acta Azul Barcelona, Gran Hotel Torre Catalunya, Abba Sants, Hostal Bejar, Catalonia Barcelona Plaza, Live & Dream, Aparthotel Bcn Montjuic, Feelathome Plaza Apartments, Ona Hotels Arya, Hotel Nuevo Triunfo, Hostal Barcelona.
