Top 10 Best Places to Stay in Barcelona

Rising 44 floors above the Olympic Port, Hotel Arts Barcelona is one of Spain's tallest buildings and a landmark of the city's waterfront. This Ritz-Carlton property offers spectacular sea and city views from floor-to-ceiling windows, featuring two Michelin-starred restaurants, a world-class spa, and direct beach access beside Frank Gehry's iconic golden fish sculpture.

Designed by renowned architect Ricardo Bofill, W Barcelona's dramatic sail-shaped silhouette has become synonymous with the city's modern skyline. This 26-story beachfront hotel offers panoramic Mediterranean views, a legendary rooftop bar ECLIPSE, multiple pools, and a vibrant beach club with on-site music curation.

Located on the prestigious Passeig de Gracia, this ultra-luxury hotel occupies a former bank building transformed into a sanctuary of contemporary elegance. Features a rooftop terrace with plunge pool, the two-Michelin-starred Moments restaurant, and impeccable service steps from Casa Batllo and La Pedrera.

Since 1919, El Palace has been Barcelona's grande dame of hospitality, hosting royalty, celebrities, and discerning travelers in its opulent Belle Epoque halls. Located on Gran Via, this landmark hotel blends classical elegance with contemporary comforts, featuring legendary afternoon tea service and a peaceful garden terrace.

Set in a stunning 19th-century neoclassical building that once served as the headquarters of the Cotton Textile Foundation, this Marriott Autograph Collection hotel is a design lover's dream. The dramatic spiral staircase, original frescoed ceilings, and curated interiors create an atmosphere of refined luxury in the elegant Eixample district.

The members' club and hotel occupies a stunning Gothic Quarter mansion with a rooftop pool overlooking the city. While the club areas are members-only, hotel guests enjoy stylish rooms featuring vintage furniture, a Cowshed spa, and access to the legendary Cecconi's restaurant serving Italian classics in a glamorous setting.

Proof that budget accommodation doesn't mean sacrificing style, Generator Barcelona occupies a converted building in the bohemian Gracia neighborhood near Park Guell. Offering a mix of private rooms and shared dormitories with contemporary design, industrial-chic touches, spacious terraces, and a trendy bar attracting young professionals and creative travelers.

The Mallorcan shoe brand's design-forward hotel in El Raval offers a unique concept: split-level suites with sleeping areas separate from living spaces. The minimalist aesthetic, complimentary 24-hour snack buffet, vertical garden, and rooftop terrace make this a favorite among creative travelers seeking something different in a vibrant neighborhood.

This charming boutique hotel in Eixample features an in-house artisan bakery that fills the lobby with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread and pastries. The 74 rooms combine modernist details with contemporary comfort, and the complimentary breakfast pastries from Baluard bakery downstairs are legendary among guests.

A stylish mid-range option near the Arc de Triomf and Ciutadella Park, Yurbban Trafalgar offers contemporary design, a popular rooftop terrace with pool and bar, and excellent value in a prime location. The hotel's commitment to sustainability and its vibrant social spaces make it a favorite among young travelers.