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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Yurbban Passage Hotel & Spa
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
Murmuri
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
Casa Camper
Yes, it’s a hotel owned by a footwear brand. We don’t want to say that Casa Camper‘s rooms are shoeboxes…ahem.
With 30 rooms and 10 suites, Casa Camper is our sort of hotel. And it is conveniently located in El Raval – Barcelona’s hipster hotspot, where you’ll find a great range of bars and restaurants.
Not that you’ll need to go far for a bite – the one-Michelin-star Dos Palillos is actually attached to the hotel.
Carrer d’Elisabets, 11