Barcelona

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Arenas de Barcelona featuring a monument, night scenes and a sunset
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

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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
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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
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
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
Barcelona Airport Hotel

Barcelona Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
Plaza de la Volateria, 3 El Prat de Llobregat
The price is SAR 515 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
SAR 515
SAR 578 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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! (5,151 reviews)
The bathroom was too dark to see to put makeup on your face.

Reviewed on 5 February 2026

Barcelona Airport Hotel
Arc la Rambla

Arc la Rambla

3 out of 5
La Rambla 19 Barcelona
The price is SAR 383 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
SAR 383
SAR 470 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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! (2,137 reviews)
The room was very clean and of decent size. We also had a good size veranda. The staff was courteous and very helpful. The breakfast buffet spread is also good and the hotel is walking distance to La Boqueria , Gothic quarter and the port of Barcelona. There are also a lot of restaurants along the ...

Reviewed on 4 February 2026

Arc la Rambla
Grand Hyatt Barcelona

Grand Hyatt Barcelona

5 out of 5
Plaza de Pio XII, 4 Barcelona
The price is SAR 677 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
SAR 677
SAR 818 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,484 reviews)
One of the best hotels I've ever stayed at

Reviewed on 27 January 2026

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.
Masd Mediterráneo Hotel & Apartamentos

Masd Mediterráneo Hotel & Apartamentos

4 out of 5
Passeig Maritim 50 Castelldefels
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Castelldefels. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (821 reviews)
Excellent stay at Masd Mediterraneo. Hotel very clean, rooms very practical made for a family of 4 . We had an Apartment at first floor with 2 rooms , 2 bathrooms, open plan kitchen. Staff very nice . For sure we would like to come back at this hotel .

Reviewed on 27 December 2025

Masd Mediterráneo Hotel & Apartamentos
Aparthotel Mariano Cubi Barcelona

Aparthotel Mariano Cubi Barcelona

4 out of 5
Carrer de Maria Cubi, 62-64 Barcelona
Stay at this aparthotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (592 reviews)
Nice room in good location.

Reviewed on 2 January 2026

Aparthotel Mariano Cubi Barcelona
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! (1,514 reviews)
Nice staff, clean room, excellent location, walkable.

Reviewed on 18 January 2026

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

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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.