Almost all 4-star hotels in Barcelona are located in the Gothic Quarter and the Old Town – the central part of the capital of Catalonia. Staying here during a tourist trip, you can not only relax, enjoying the bright Spanish sun and favorable climate, but also visit the most interesting sights that will always be within walking distance from the hotel.
Catalonia Magdalenes
The Catalonia Magdalenes hotel is located in the heart of Barcelona, next to the Cathedral and Plaza Catalunya. Nearby attractions include the Picasso Museum and Rue de l’Angel. The location of the hotel is very convenient for those who came to explore interesting places and want to always stay in the center of the cultural life of Barcelona.
The rooms are represented by elegant rooms, which have not only a bed, but also a working area with a desk, as well as a soft sofa and a breakfast table. The hotel has its own SPA-center with a hot tub and a variety of services for the rejuvenation of the body, as well as a fitness room.
To the delight of guests, breakfasts are prepared in the open kitchen, so you can always watch the dexterous movements of the chefs. In the evening, guests of the hotel gather in the snack area, where drinks, sandwiches, pastries, salads are served free of charge.
The hotel has a spacious rooftop terrace with swimming pool and sun loungers. This place will appeal to lovers of a calm, measured rest.
“Loved everything: central location, new furniture in the hotel, everywhere clean, very unusual décor and design, delicious breakfasts and helpful staff. A great advantage is given by the SPA, I personally really liked the procedures and the atmosphere of tranquility itself, just relax your soul. Nice hotel”.
Hotel Margot House
The classic, modern and very bright interiors of the Margot House hotel immerse you in an atmosphere of lightness and airiness. It is located on Passeig de Gràcia, 2 steps from a metro station that offers quick access to Barcelona’s attractions and centre.
All rooms are bright with comfortable furnishings and TVs. The windows of the rooms overlook either the street, which is almost always lively, or the courtyard. Guests can have fun in the games room, equipped with modern video games and other entertainment. And for lovers of literature in the hotel there is an exclusive library with rare copies of Spanish books.
The hotel’s own restaurant serves free breakfasts each morning, including traditional European cuisine, original snacks and pastries.
A 10-minute walk around the city, you can walk from the hotel to Plaza Catalunya and Las Ramblas. During the walk, you can look at the famous Casa Batlló, and if you go down to the subway, then in just 3 stops there will be the Sagrada Familia.
“Such a nice hotel, everything is bright, clean, just shiny. Everything seems to be shrouded in freshness. I liked the breakfasts, the restaurant food is also very tasty. A small drawback – there is no pool, no special entertainment. And to the sights to go far. But overall, the value for money is excellent.”
Aparthotel Arai 4* Superior
The elegant Aparthotel Arai 4* Superior has 32 rooms, each uniquely decorated and reminiscent of Spanish country houses. “Live” masonry is combined with marble, and bright accents in the fabrics give the atmosphere a special Spanish flavor. The hotel occupies a building that is an architectural monument of the 18th century. its walls are painted with magnificent frescoes telling about the life of the Spanish nobility.
It offers a restaurant-tavern and 2 bars. Guests can relax in the hotel’s sauna and outdoor pool in the hotel’s courtyard, while there is a gym for sports lovers. The most favorite place for vacationers in this hotel is the observation deck, which overlooks the rooftops of Barcelona and its surroundings.
Aparthotel Arai is the best place for those who love shopping. Next to it is the pedestrian Rambla, where you can buy any goods from souvenirs to clothes.
“Loved everything: central location, new furniture in the hotel, everywhere clean, very unusual décor and design, delicious breakfasts and helpful staff. A great advantage is given by the SPA, I personally really liked the procedures and the atmosphere of tranquility itself, just relax your soul. Nice hotel”.
H10 Metropolitan
The modern H10 Metropolitan Hotel is the best tradition of Spanish hospitality and high quality service. Its location is especially convenient for those who want to live and relax surrounded by the main attractions of the capital of Catalonia. Within walking distance are the Sagrada Familia and Passea de Gràcia with its trendy boutiques.
The hotel offers spacious, bright rooms with private bathrooms, TVs, air conditioning, coffee machine and mini-bar. It offers a tapas restaurant where you can taste delicious Spanish snacks from meat and more than 30 types of cheese. And the bar on the observation deck is a great place to relax after excursion programs and shopping.
Next to the hotel is Plaza Catalunya, where you can walk slowly, feed the pigeons and just enjoy the views of ancient Spain.
“Wonderful hotel with nice atmosphere, clean rooms, good restaurant food. The location of the hotel is wonderful, you almost do not have to go by metro, all the most interesting, as well as shops and boutiques are nearby. For those who come to visit the sights – the most suitable and convenient place. “
Hotel 1898
The five-storey colonial-style Hotel 1898 is located in the Old Town in the heart of the Ramblas among trendy boutiques, restaurants and shops. The building of the hotel is an architectural monument of the 19th century, the structure of which organically fits into the layout of the Old Town.
The elegant, air-conditioned rooms and marble bathrooms are decorated. It features a modern restaurant serving Mediterranean delights, while the lobby bar on the outdoor viewpoint serves tapas and the finest Spanish wine.
On the roof of the hotel there is a relaxation area with a swimming pool and a sun terrace. During the day, it offers a wonderful view of the sun-drenched roofs of Barcelona, and in the evening you can admire the sunset by ordering snacks on the terrace or dinner for two. The hotel also has an indoor pool and gym.
“Amazing stay in an architectural hotel! Accepted and settled very quickly and cordially. The room is very beautiful, and from the windows you can see the old street, which in the evening is illuminated not only by lanterns, but also by a huge number of shop windows. In the hotel itself, everything is thought out so that you do not want to leave it. The food in the restaurant is amazing, and the atmosphere is conducive to relaxation and relaxation.”
Olivia Plaza Hotel
Olivia Plaza Hotel features colourful interiors and design décor, 100 metres from the Ramblas. Guests are accommodated in chic rooms with huge panoramic windows, from which you can see the surroundings of the center of Barcelona. In the rooms, in addition to the usual KING SIZE bed and cabinet furniture, there is a breakfast table, a soft sofa and an armchair, there is a safe, TV, air conditioning.
Guests can start each morning with a hearty and varied buffet breakfast served in the hotel’s restaurant. On request, breakfast can be ordered in the room. The restaurant’s menu includes many Mediterranean dishes, but there are also traditional European dishes.
500 metres from the hotel is the Olivia Plazagym, where you can not only work out, but also swim in the pool. Connoisseurs of sightseeing and Spanish culture can quickly reach the Sagrada Familia from the hotel or listen to music and songs of street musicians on the Rambla.
“The rooms are just gorgeous and the view is delightful. The restaurant has delicious food, everything was nice. The only drawback is that the hotel does not have a SPA, swimming pool or sauna, however, this is not so important, because there are so many interesting things around that there would still not be enough time. I appreciate the work of the staff very highly.”
H10 Urquinaona Plaza
The historic 19th-in-house architectural building that houses the H10 Urquinaona Plazais close to the Palais de La Catalunso musica and the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. The unexpectedly modern atmosphere inside the hotel makes you feel special, being in the historic center of Barcelona in a room with the usual modern design.
Luxurious rooms are equipped with air conditioning, TV, coffee machines. Each room has a balcony, and a cup of coffee, drunk in the morning under the rays of the sun, can be a great start to the day.
Meals are provided by a restaurant, lounge area and bar. The observation deck on the roof is equipped with a swimming pool and sunbathing areas, and on the terrace you can relax in the jacuzzi or have a soft drink in a soft chair. The hotel has a closed patio where you can relax after a busy sightseeing tour.
“Great location, no need to go anywhere, everything is nearby. We visited the Palace of Catalan Music and several other interesting places. But in the hotel you can have a good and interesting rest. A big plus is that there is a place to smoke. A neat patio, a luxurious roof terrace with a delightful view of Barcelona, and, by the way, a library in the lounge with interesting editions in different languages.”
H10 Port Vell
The hotel is located in the port area of Barcelonetta next to the seafront. It is a few minutes walk from the beach. The favorite place of hotel guests is the roof terrace with an observation deck with a swimming pool, sun loungers and neat cocktail tables. It offers stunning views of the port, the marina with many snow-white yachts and the promenade.
Rooms are represented by elegant rooms with bathrooms, air conditioning, TVs and mini-bars. For added convenience, coffee machines are provided in the rooms. The hotel has a bar and a restaurant serving buffet breakfasts. The cosy and bright lobby bar serves dessert or a cocktail. Food and drinks are delivered to the rooms around the clock.
Rest in H10 Port Vell is a pleasure of sea freshness, which penetrates through open windows, full comfort and quality service. The Ramblas and Plaza Catalunya, as well as other attractions, are a 20-minute walk away.
“Great hotel. Breakfasts are delicious, every morning champagne, cheeses, sausages, pastries. The beach is close, so you can visit it several times a day. But the most beautiful place is the observation deck. This view of the sea is simply breathtaking.”
Catalonia Catedral
The Catalonia Catedral hotel is located in the centre of Barcelona, surrounded by the main attractions that every tourist who comes to the capital of Catalonia should visit. Within walking distance is the Ramblas with its bright Spanish flavor and fashion boutiques, as well as the Palazzo Pignatelli.
Rooms for guests are decorated in an elegant style and equipped with comfortable furniture, TVs, mini-bars, air conditioning. It features a Japanese terrace, and an observation deck with a rooftop pool.
Luxurious interiors of the restaurant, as well as culinary masterpieces of chefs will be appreciated by lovers of French cuisine. And if you sit at a table next to the panoramic window, you can enjoy a view of the art gallery of the Palais Pignatelle, which reflects the essence of Spanish art.
In the lobby bar you can not only order drinks, desserts and pastries, but also take advantage of a special free offer for hotel guests and print photos or documents on a printer or take advantage of a laptop.
“Loved the hotel. Its main advantage is its location in the city center. No matter how much you walk through the streets and squares, you are still next to the hotel. And from here you can walk to the beach in about 15-20 minutes in a calm step. Cozy, warm and welcoming.”
H10 Cubik
The stylish H10 Cubik is for those who want to be close to Barcelona’s attractions every day. The hotel has a small number of rooms, so it is not too noisy even in the peak of the high tourist season.
The design rooms are decorated in an elegant European style. Guests can make use of the minibar with drinks, as well as for the convenience of guests in the rooms are air-conditioned.
Exquisite dishes according to the old recipes of Catalan cuisine can be tasted in local restaurants, on certain days a barbecue is prepared here in front of visitors. In the evenings, “live” Spanish music sounds here, which fills the space with the color of cheerful, carefree Catalonia.
“One of the most convenient hotels in Barcelona, cleanliness of the room, large bathroom, gorgeous bed, all tea and coffee making facilities, very friendly and polite staff, quality wi-fi, two lobby bars (on the first and eighth floor) with free drinks. I have been to Barcelona more than ten times – I highly recommend this hotel.”
Barcelona is a holiday city. Here, throughout the summer, there is fun, songs, and people are friendly and welcoming. For lovers of entertainment, festivals, concerts and parties, this city can become an unforgettable and enchanting holiday destination.
The most comfortable weather for a beach holiday is from July to August. During these months, the water is very warm and you can swim endlessly. However, you can go to Spain in the fall, but there is a chance to get into the rainy season. For lovers of cultural recreation and sightseeing, Barcelona is more favorable in the spring, when there are not so many tourists, and all museums and entertainment are open.
