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Hotel Arts is like a bookend to Barcelona’s main beach, with the W at the other end. Arts is a long way from being the cheapest accommodation in town, but for foodies the price may be worth it – two-Michelin-star Enoteca Paco Pérez is in the building – and the service and views across the Med can’t really be matched.
The W Barcelona stands alone…literally. All the design flair you expect of the W brand sits at the end of Barcelona’s main beach. Whichever way you look there’s a view. Something of a new Barcelona icon.
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We like a boutique hotel. And we like the rugged terrain (and wines) of this part of Catalunya. So a new 5-star hotel in a 12th century monastery at the foot of Montsant sounds rather tempting.
Terra Dominicata features 26 rooms and a restaurant, in a peaceful location on the edge of Montsant National Park. I suspect we’ll be visiting before too long.
Occupying a fairly magical position in the heart of the Barrio Gótico, Hotel Neri Relais & Chateaux is an excellent choice for first-time visitors, as many of Barcelona’s attractions are right on the doorstep. Not cheap, but a surefire way to make it a memorable trip.
Uber-hip joint in a good location just off the Passeig de Gràcia, and around the corner from a good number of Gaudí attractions, Hotel Omm is a favorite. Great design. Great service. And a Michelin star restaurant too (Roca Moo). Not cheap, but worth the dosh.
Carrer del Rosselló, 265
Not to be confused with its sister hotel next door, the Yurbban Passage Hotel & Spa is the suave sibling, with a stunning rooftop pool area where you can escape the crowds. In real-estate terms it’s the location, location, location that wins it here. Being right on the edge of the popular El Born district – just walk through the passage under the hotel – means you’re in the thick of the attractions (as well as the tourist crowds), while also offering the quieter charge of the Eixample on the front doorstep. You choose.
Carrer de Trafalgar, 26
Housed in a stunning renovated building at the top end of Passeig de Gràcia and with views directly down the boulevard, Hotel Casa Fuster is on to a winner. It’s close to a number of Gaudí attractions, and backs onto the charming (and often overlooked) Gràcia neighborhood. Solid choice.
Passeig de Gràcia, 132
Yet another design hotel – in a city full of them – Murmuri stands out for its excellent location and, well…design. We like the fact there are only 53 rooms, though the basic ones are fairly compact. But we really love the location on the charming Rambla de Catalunya, and it’s pretty good value in Barcelona terms too.
Rambla de Catalunya, 104
It may not be the fanciest place in town, but Hotel Advance wins for value. And it can’t be half bad – photos in the lobby of one of President Obama’s daughters staying here suggest you’re hardly slumming it.
We like the quiet Sant Antoni neighborhood too – it’s an easy walk to bustling Plaça de Catalunya, to the charms of El Raval, and to up-and-coming Poble Sec, while remaining – by Barcelona standards – away from the tourist hordes. Win!
Carrer de Sepúlveda, 180