Places to Stay

Luxury Hotels

Granados 83

prac_info C/Enric Granados 83 • 93 492 96 70 • www.hotelgranados83.com • €€

Rooms at this designer hotel are decorated with African zebrawood, chocolate brown leather and original pieces of Hindu and Buddhist art. Suites have private terraces that overlook a plunge pool. There is a restaurant, and a pretty rooftop pool with a fashionable bar.

ABaC Restaurant and Hotel

prac_info Av Tibidabo 1 • 93 319 66 00 • www.abacbarcelona.com • €€€

This boutique hotel, set in a listed building, boasts luxury amenities perfectly suited for the smaller number of guests. The 17 gorgeous rooms are stylishly decorated in a contemporary, minimal style. There is a wellness spa with a hammam and Jacuzzi, plus a small garden. It also has one of the city’s finest restaurants, ABaC, which earned its chef Jordi Cruz two Michelin stars.

Almanac Hotel

prac_info Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes 619 • 930 18 700 • www.almanachotels.com • €€€

A plush luxury hotel kitted out by top local designer Jaime Beriestain, who took an Art Deco ethos to fashionable heights with velvety textiles, fine noble wood and brass fittings. Here, smooth elegance is complemented by premium service. The rooftop sundeck and pool are as spectacular as one would expect for the price, the silver service breakfast is unmatched, and each room has an enclosed balcony where guests can snuggle up on a day bed.

Casa Camper

prac_info C/Elisabets 11 • 93 342 62 80 • www.casacamper.com • €€€

A converted 19th-century mansion, this hotel is filled with innovative yet comfortable design touches. It has stylish rooms, a roof terrace, an extraordinary vertical garden and a free 24-hour bar. The Dos Palillos restaurant is run by Albert Raurich, former chef at El Bulli. Well-deserving of its Michelin star, it specializes in creative, tapas-style Asian dishes.

El Palace Barcelona Hotel

prac_info Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes 668 • 93 510 11 30 • www.hotelpalacebarcelona.com • €€€

With its lovely 1919 Neo-Classical façade, grand public areas and excellent service, this deluxe hotel is synonymous with tradition and style. The Caelis restaurant, with one Michelin star, exudes 19th-century elegance and offers an innovative gourmet menu created by chef Romain Fornell.

Fairmont Rey Juan Carlos I

prac_info Av Diagonal 661–671 • 93 364 40 40 • www.fairmont.com/barcelona • €€€

This massive complex includes a vast private garden, two pools, a spa and conference facilities for 2,500 people. The spacious rooms are decorated in a contemporary style. The hotel's top floors offer unobstructed views of the city and mountains.

Grand Hotel Central

prac_info Via Laietana 30 • 93 295 79 00 • www.grandhotelcentral.com • €€€

Large, elegant hotel located close to the Barri Gòtic and El Born. It has accommodating staff, a fitness centre and a restaurant that serves desserts by the Michelin-starred chef Mey Hofmann. But the real highlight is the hotel's stunning rooftop infinity pool, which provides spectacular views of the city.

Hotel Arts Barcelona

prac_info C/Marina 19–21 • 93 221 10 00 • www.hotelartsbarcelona.com • €€€

The grande dame of the city's five-star hotels, this hotel is located mere steps from the sea, with large rooms and top-notch places to dine. Enoteca, run by Catalan chef Paco Pérez (of the Costa Brava's Miramar restaurant), offers imaginative Mediterranean cuisine and boasts two Michelin stars. The outoor pool on the first floor has fantastic views.

Majestic Hotel and Spa

prac_info Pg de Gràcia 68 • 93 488 17 17 • www.hotelmajestic.es • €€€

Faultless service and stately decor are the hallmarks of this aptly named hotel. Exit through the reassuringly heavy brass-and-glass doors and you’ll find yourself just a few steps from the Modernista gems of Eixample. The rooftop plunge pool has great views of the Barcelona cityscape and Gaudí's incredible masterpiece, the Sagrada Família.

W Barcelona

prac_info Pl de la Rosa dels Vents 1 • 93 295 28 00 • www.w-barcelona.com • €€€

Popularly known as the Hotel Vela or the sail hotel, thanks to its nautically billowing form and location right next to the water, this lavishly appointed five-star option enjoys unparalleled sea views. With its massive floor-to-ceiling windows it is not hard to imagine you are at sea. The hotel has all the usual luxury extras, from a stunning rooftop pool and 7,500-sq-ft (700-sq-m) spa to six designer bars and restaurants.

Historic Hotels

Hotel Duquesa de Cardona

prac_info Pg Colón 12 • 93 268 90 90 • www.hduquesadecardona.com • €€

The 16th-century home of the noble Cardona family used to host the royal court on its visits to the city. Now a stylish hotel, it combines the original structure with avant-garde decor and modern facilities. The rooftop terrace has a plunge pool and great views over the Port Vell area.

Hotel España

prac_info C/Sant Pau 9 • 93 550 00 00 • www.hotelespanya.com • €€

This little gem of Catalan Modernisme is set in an 1850 building renovated in 1903 by Modernista architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner, artist Ramón Casas and sculptor Eusebi Arnau, who carved the splendid alabaster fireplace. There is a rooftop pool and solarium, and the Fonda España restaurant is run by Michelin-starred chef Martín Berasategui.

Praktik Rambla

prac_info Rambla de Catalunya 27 • 93 343 66 90 • www.hotelpraktikrambla.com • €€

The centrally located budget hotel is set in a Modernista mansion. It combines traditional and avant-garde decor. The original tiling and carved woodwork from the 20th century make a striking contrast with the contemporary furnishings. The hotel has an outdoor terrace and also provides free Wi-Fi. Book in advance as there are only a few rooms.

Casa Fuster

prac_info Pg de Gràcia 132 • 93 255 30 00 • www.hotelcasafuster.com • €€€

Originally designed by Domènech i Montaner, whose works have been declared World Heritage Sites by the UNESCO. This hotel is one of the city’s most prestigious and luxurious. The Modernista details have been retained, but elegantly fused with 21st-century amenities.

Gran Hotel La Florida

prac_info Ctra Vallvidrera al Tibidabo 83–93 • 93 259 30 00 • www.hotellaflorida.com • €€€

Set in a Modernista villa high up in the hills in Tibidabo, this luxurious hotel has maintained its legendary views over the city since 1924, when it was built for Dr. Andreu, pharmaceutical entrepreneur and philanthropist. Its guests have included Ernest Hemingway, Princess Fabiola and the prince of Belgium. In 2001 it was meticulously and beautifully restored to its former glory.

Hotel 1898

prac_info La Rambla 109 • 93 552 95 52 • www.hotel1898.com • €€€

This chic hotel has retained some of the building's original fittings, such as the early 20th-century revolving door, and added modern amenities, such as a swimming pool, a fitness centre and spa, and a good restaurant.

Hotel Claris

prac_info C/Pau Claris 150 • 93 487 62 62 • www.hotelclaris.com • €€€

This 19th-century palace was once home to the Counts of Vedruna. It has a small Egyptian art museum, from the Old Kingdom to the Roman period, some objects from which also decorate the suites. Guests booking the Art Package get free admission to MNAC and the Museu Egipci, run by the owner.

Hotel Neri

prac_info C/Sant Sever 5 • 93 304 06 55 • www.hotelneri.com • €€€

This 17th-century former palace at the heart of the Barri Gòtic offers an exclusive combination of history, the avant-garde and glamour. There is a library, a solarium and a roof terrace with views to the cathedral.

Mercer Hotel

prac_info C/Lledó 7 • 93 310 74 80 • www.mercerbarcelona.com • €€€

This boutique hotel in the old part of town has 28 large, comfortable rooms. and the decor has a cutting-edge, designer feel to it. There are amazing views of the city from the swimming pool on the roof terrace, and a cocktail bar and restaurant.

Monument

prac_info Pg de Gràcia 75 • 93 548 20 00 • www.monumenthotel.com • €€€

An old neo-Gothic palace right on the posh Passeig de Gràcia has been converted to a luxury hotel with an arty feel, including some bold contemporary design pieces. Guests can choose the street–facing rooms or the rear ones, which look out onto a typical Eixample courtyard.

Central Stays

chic&basic Born

prac_info C/Princesa 50 • 93 295 46 52 • www.chicandbasic.com • €€

This 19th-century town house is a big hit with fashionistas. Rooms are minimalist with contemporary glass and steel bathrooms and colourful LED lights. Bike hire and activities such as stand-up paddle board are on offer, and there’s a common area where you can chat with other guests.

Hotel Banys Orientals

prac_info C/Argenteria 37 • 93 268 84 60 • www.hotelbanysorientals.com • €€

Behind the traditional frontage lies a modern, cosy hotel. Plusher suites are available in a separate building. The hotel's Senyor Parellada restaurant serves excellent Catalan cuisine, including speciality bacalao (cod) and butifarra (sausage). The cathedral, Museu Picasso and Barceloneta beach are close by.

Hotel Colón

prac_info Av de la Catedral 7 • 93 301 14 04 • hotelcolonbarcelona.es • €€

A handsome, family-owned Barri Gòtic hotel, the Colón has traditional decor with mirrors and oil paintings throughout. The magnificent views of the cathedral and Plaça de la Seu are stunning. Hotel guests have included Sartre, Arata Isozaki and Joan Miró, who made this place his home in the 1960 and 70s.

Hotel Constanza

prac_info C/Bruc 33 • 93 270 19 10 • www.hotelconstanza.com • €€

This elegant mid-sized hotel is near Eixample's main sights. Some of the stylish rooms come with terraces. The adjoining Bruc 33 restaurant serves homemade tapas and Mediterranean specialities.

Hotel Jazz

prac_info C/Pelai 3 • 93 552 96 96 • www.hoteljazz.com • €€

The modern Hotel Jazz may not be the most characterful option, but it is centrally located and has several amenities, including a small rooftop pool. It is great value for money, and the friendly staff are always on hand to offer help and advice.

Hotel Soho Barcelona

prac_info Gran Vía Corts Catalanes 543 • 93 552 96 10 • www.hotelsohobarcelona.com • €€

Top Spanish architect Alfredo Arribas designed this stylish, contemporary hotel. Located in the heart of Eixample, it’s perfect for shopping, sightseeing and enjoying the nightlife. The rooftop pool has magnificent views.

Park Hotel

prac_info Av Marquès de l’Argentera 11 • 93 319 60 00 • www.parkhotelbarcelona.com • €€

A 1950s design classic with a gorgeous wrap-around staircase, the Park Hotel was refurbished by the original architect’s son. Rooms are small but comfortably furnished, and some have balconies. It is located near the fashionable Born clubs and boutiques.

Room Mate Emma

prac_info C/Rosselló 205 • 93 238 56 06 • www.room-matehotels.com/en/emma • €€

A great option if you’re looking for style on a budget, the Room Mate Emma offers compact but gorgeously designed bed-rooms in the very centre of the city. There’s no restaurant, but the staff can give recommendations.

Mandarin Oriental Barcelona

prac_info Pg de Gràcia 38–40 • 93 151 88 88 • www.mandarinoriental.com/barcelona • €€€

This ultra-luxurious hotel boasts rooms overlooking either the iconic Passeig de Gràcia or the gorgeous interior gardens. It has a spa and a roof terrace with a splash pool. The gourmet restaurant. Moments, which serves exquisite Catalan cuisine and boasts two Michelin stars, is run by renowned chef Carme Ruscalleda of Sant Pau fame (see Tragamar) – who has seven Michelin stars to her name – and her son Raül Balam.

Pullman Barcelona Skipper

prac_info Av Litoral 10 • 93 221 65 65 • www.pullman-barcelona-skipper.com • €€€

Overlooking the sea close to the beach, the Pullman is the perfect spot for a summer city break. Ideal for business travellers, it has all the facilities guests would expect of a five-star hotel. Weekend bargains are often available.

Mid-Range Hotels

Circa 1905

prac_info C/Provença 286 • 93 505 69 60 • www.circa1905.com • €€

This is one of a new breed of boutique B&Bs, and has just nine rooms (one with a private terrace) in a charming Modernista mansion. Furnished with a tasteful mix of antique and contemporary pieces, it has an elegant lounge where you can leaf through the books and enjoy a drink.

H10 Art Gallery

prac_info C/Enric Granados 62 • 932 14 20 30 • www.h10hotels.com • €€

Colourful, contemporary and very chic, H10 Art Gallery has a beautiful interior patio and a rooftop terrace with a plunge pool. Rooms are bright and minimalist, and each floor draws inspiration from a different artist, from Miró to Lichtenstein. It’s on one of Barcelona’s prettiest streets, and has its own restaurant and café-bar.

Hotel Barcelona Catedral

prac_info C/Capellans 4 • 93 304 22 55 • www.barcelonacatedral.com • €€

Enjoy phenomenal views over the Barri Gòtic from the roof terrace at this modern hotel, which also boasts a rooftop plunge pool and a small fitness room. The guest rooms are spacious and bright, the service excellent, and the off-season prices a bargain. The hotel offers free bike hire, and conducts complimentary walking tours through the quarter on Wednesdays and Sundays.

Hotel Ciutat Vella

prac_info C/Tallers 66 • 934 81 37 99 • www.hotelciutatvella.com • €€

Offering modern rooms decorated in warm colours, this great value option is located just a 5-minute walk from La Rambla. Some rooms have small terraces, and there is a plunge pool and sun deck on the roof.

Hotel Granvia

prac_info Gran Vía de les Corts Catalanes • 642, 93 318 19 00 • www.hotelgranvia.com • €€

Totally refurbished in 2013, this opulent late 19th-century mansion, built for a Barcelona philanthropist, has a domed stained-glass entrance, a fairy tale staircase and lavish stucco ceilings. The rooms have understated modern decor, and there is a charming hidden patio garden at the back.

Musik Boutique Hotel

prac_info C/Sant Pere Més Baix 62 • 93 222 55 44 • www.musikboutiquehotel.com • €€

Close to the magnificent Palau de la Música, this small and welcoming hotel has a contemporary, interior behind an 18th- century façade. The largest of the rooms have private terraces.

Praktik Vinoteca

prac_info C/Balmes 51 • 93 454 50 28 • www.hotelpraktikvinoteca.com • €€

Ideal if you’re looking for style on a budget, this wine-themed boutique hotel in Eixample has small but well-designed rooms. You can enjoy a wide range of local wines – from the 900 or so on display – in the elegant and inviting lobby bar, and there’s also a miniature terrace backed by plants.

Primero Primera

prac_info C/Doctor Carulla 25–29 • 93 417 56 00 • www.primeroprimera.com • €€

This plush hotel in the upmarket Sant Gervasi area combines vintage chic with contemporary sophistication. There’s a cosy lounge with an open fire and leather armchairs and a romantic little garden with a small pool and sun loungers.

Villa Emilia

prac_info C/Calàbria 115 • 93 252 52 85 • www.hotelvillaemilia.com • €€

Slightly off the beaten track, but close to the hip Sant Antoni neighbourhood, which is packed with bars and boutiques, this friendly hotel offers stylish rooms and a roof terrace for barbecues in summer and cocktails under heaters in winter. The lobby bar has regular jazz concerts.

Violeta Boutique

prac_info Map F3 & N1 • C/Caspe 38 • 93 302 81 58 • violetaboutique.com • €€

Each of the spacious rooms at this lovely guesthouse has been individually decorated, and guests can sit out on a pretty balcony with a drink or the newspaper. They also offer a small apartment which has its own kitchen and terrace.

Budget Hotels

Casa Bella Gràcia

prac_info C/Sant Agustí 4 • 93 667 78 41 • www.casabellagracia.com • €

Located in a beautiful building, this stylish hotel has a communal terrace and modern rooms. There are no dining facilities, but there are plenty of places to eat and drink nearby. Guests are given an entrance code on booking, as there is no reception.

chic&basic Zoo

prac_info Pg Picasso 22 • 93 295 46 52 • www.chicandbasic.com • €

Part of the chic&basic chain, this small hotel is located in a historic building in the heart of the Born district, opposite Parc de la Ciutadella. The largest rooms have balconies facing the park.

El Balcon del Born

prac_info C/Rera Palau 2 • 63 452 45 05 (mobile) www.elbalcondelborn-barcelona.com • €

In the fashionable Born district, this guesthouse has 10 delightful rooms (private or shared bathrooms). Each is individually decorated and has its own balcony. Book early.

El Jardí

prac_info Pl Sant Josep Oriol 1 • 93 301 59 00 • www.eljardi-barcelona.com • €

In the snug heart of the Barri Gòtic, this hostel has simple, spotless en suite rooms done up in light wood and cool colours. The bright breakfast room has balconies overlooking the square.

Hostal Goya

prac_info C/Pau Claris 74 • 93 302 25 65 • www.hostalgoyabarcelona.com • €

This well-run hostel was established in 1952. The rooms are bright and modern, with some designer touches. Most have en suite bathrooms, but only some have air conditioning.

Hostal Oliva

prac_info Pg de Gràcia 32 • 93 488 01 62 • www.hostaloliva.com • €

From the the individually wrapped soaps to the lovely vintage elevator, this cheerful, family-run hostel is one of the city's best. The beautiful Modernista building has airy rooms, some with en suite bathrooms.

Market

prac_info Comte Borrell 68 • 93 325 12 05 • www.hotelmarketbarcelona.com • €

Close to the Modernista Sant Antoni market, the rooms in this stylish hotel have an oriental feel, with glossy lacquered wood and a red, white and black colour scheme. Book well in advance.

Sol y k

prac_info C/Cervantes 2 • 93 318 81 48 • hostal-sol-y-k.hotelbcn-barcelona.com • €

A budget option in the heart of the Barri Gòtic. A handful of individually decorated rooms with mosaic headboards and original art set the Sol y k apart from other guesthouses. Some rooms have en suites.

Hotel Acta Mimic

prac_info C/Arc del Teatre 58 • 93 329 94 50 • www.hotel-mimic.com • €€

Close to La Rambla, this hotel is set in a building that once housed a theatre. The rooms

are well-lit and airy, with large windows and sleek, modern decor. Guests can relax on the sunbeds arranged on the roof terrace, which doubles as a solarium with a view over the old town and the port.

Hotel Brummell

prac_info Map 5C • C/Nou de la Rambla 174 • 93 125 86 22 •  www.hotelbrummell.com • €€

A stylish little charmer in lively Poble Sec, this hotel has a rooftop sun deck and plunge pool to go with the contemporarily styled rooms. Complimentary yoga classes, a sauna and a great little café make it the perfect city oasis.

Campsites and Aparthotels

Aparthotel Atenea

prac_info C/Joan Güell 207–211 • 93 490 66 40 • www.aparthotelatenea.com • €

Designed with business travellers in mind, this top-notch aparthotel is sited near the business and financial district around upper Diagonal. Rooms are spacious and well equipped, and there are several conference rooms and a 24-hour laundry service.

Aparthotel Bertran

prac_info C/de Bertran 150 • 93 212 75 50 • www.bertran-hotel.com • €

This aparthotel has generous studios and apartments (many with balconies), a rooftop swimming pool, a small gym and 24-hour laun-dry service. Breakfast is served in your apartment.

Cala Llevadó Ctra

prac_info Ctra GI-682 km 18.9, Tossa de Mar • 97 234 03 14 • www.calallevado.com • €

A well-kept, eco-friendly campsite on the Costa Brava near the beautiful beach town of Tamariu. It is just 200 m (656 ft) from the beach and within walking distance of the town for bars, restaurants and grocery shops. The campsite has a picturesque location by the sea, with palm-shaded pitches for tents. Great for families.

Camping Barcelona

prac_info Ctra N-II, km 650, 8 km (5 miles) E of Mataró • 93 790 47 20 • Closed Nov–Mar • www.campingbarcelona.com • €

Located 28 km (17 miles) north of Barcelona, this is set right next to a small beach and close to several larger ones. Bungalows are available to rent as are pitches.

Camping Globo Rojo

prac_info Ctra N-II km 660, 9, Canet de Mar • 93 794 11 43 • Closed Oct–Mar • www.globo-rojo.com • €

Close to the beaches of Canet de Mar, Globo Rojo offers pitches, mobile homes, bungalows and other accommodation units. There is a pool, tennis court and football pitch. Great for kids. Direct bus and train to Barcelona.

Camping Masnou Barcelona

prac_info C/Camil Fabra 33 (N-II, km 663), El Masnou • 93 555 15 03 • Credit card minimum €100 • www.campingmasnoubarcelona.com • €

Family-owned campsite located 11 km (7 miles) north of Barcelona and close to the El Masnou train station, which is a 20-minute journey from the city. The site faces the sea and has a small beach close by. They offer shaded pitches as well as rooms. Facilities include a pool, a supermarket and a terrace bar with Wi-Fi.

Camping Roca Grossa

prac_info Ctra N-II km 665, Calella • 93 769 12 97 • Closed Oct–Mar • www.rocagrossa.com • €

Positioned between the mountains and the sea, this modern campsite has good installations and access to the nearby beach. It has a large swimming pool, a restaurant and bar and is only 1 km (0.6 mile) from the lively resort of Calella. Both pitches and bungalows are available.

Camping Sitges

prac_info Ctra Comarcal C-246a, km 38, Sitges • 93 894 10 80 • Closed mid-Oct–mid-March • www.campingsitges.com • €

This is a small, well-kept campsite with a swimming pool, playground and a supermarket. It is located 2 km (1 mile) south of Sitges, and close to its renowned beaches.

Sant Jordi Apartment Sagrada Família

prac_info C/Freser 5 • 93 446 05 17 • www.santjordihostels.com • €

The Sant Jordi group's most comfortable accommodation in Barcelona, this offers relaxed, homely living. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen, living room and one or two bathrooms, plus a private room, a double room and a dorm. Whole apartments can also be rented – great for families and large groups.

Citadines

prac_info La Rambla 122 • 93 270 11 11 • www.citadines.com • €€

If you’re smitten with the city, try an aparthotel for a longer stay. This one on La Rambla has well-appointed studios and small apartments with a kitchenette, iron and CD stereo. The rooftop terrace has beach chairs and showers and is just the spot to unwind.

Oh-Barcelona

prac_info 93 467 37 79 • www.oh-barcelona.com • €€

This company has a huge number of apartments in and around the city. Prices for a one-bedroom apartment range from €55 to €160 per night.

Hostels

Be Dream Hostel Barcelona

prac_info Av Alfonso XIII 28b, Badalona • 93 399 14 20 • www.behostels.com/dream • €

A 20-minute metro ride from the city centre, but close to the beaches, this hostel is well priced, with rooms and dorms sleeping between 2 and 12 guests. Kitchen and laundry facilities are included.

Equity Point Centric Hostel

prac_info Pg de Gràcia 33 • 93 231 20 45 • www.equity-point.com • €

Housed in a renovated Modernista building, this hostel has large dorms, as well as single and double rooms with private facilities. There is a common room with a bar, free Internet and satellite TV.

Equity Point Gothic Hostel

prac_info C/Vigatans 5 • 93 231 20 45 • www.equity-point.com • €

Bright, well-run, central hostel has dorm rooms sleeping 6 to 18. Breakfast is included in the price and there is free 24-hour Internet access. All rooms have air conditioning.

Feetup Garden House Hostel

prac_info C/ d’Hedilla 58 • 93 427 24 79 • www.feetuphostels.com • €

This friendly hostel is located on the outskirts of the city, near Gaudí's beautiful Park Güell. It’s only a 15-minute metro ride into the centre of town. There is a lovely garden and roof terrace, and a relaxed vibe.

INOUT Hostel

prac_info • C/Major del Rectoret 2, Vallvidrera • 93 280 09 85 • www.inouthostel.com • €

Located a 12-minute train ride from the city centre in the forest-filled enclave Vallvidrera, INOUT Hostel is an admirable enterprise that provides employment to people with disabilities. Rooms accommodate four to ten people. There are sports facilities as well as a pool here.

Itaca Hostel

prac_info C/Ripoll 21 • 93 301 97 51 • www.itacahostel.com • €

Located in the heart of the Barri Gòtic Quarter, this is a clean hostel with space for 30 guests in double rooms, dorms (for up to 6 people) and apartments. Bedding and lockers are included in the price and there is Wi-Fi available in the main building.

Kabul Hostel

prac_info Pl Reial 17 • 93 318 51 90 • www.kabul.es • €

Kabul is a favourite with young backpackers, so it’s often full (and noisy). Dorm rooms, all with air conditioning and some with balconies, sleep 4–20 people. There’s free Internet access, lockers, a laundry, and a small café open during the day.

Mambo Tango

prac_info C/Poeta Cabanyes 23 • 93 442 51 64 • www.hostelmambotango.com • €

Former travellers Toto and Marino are behind this warm and welcoming hostel. It has dorms for four, six, eight and nine people, breakfast and sheet-hire are included in the price, and extras include complimentary hot drinks and fruit. Party animals are actively discouraged, so you can count on getting a good night’s sleep during your stay.

Pars Tailor's Hostel

prac_info C/Sepulveda 146 • 93 250 56 84 • www.parshostels.com • €€

A mother-and-daughter team run this charming hostel, which features vintage interiors designed to evoke a Parisian tailor's in the 1930s. The well-equipped air-conditioned dorms have lockers. There is a terrace, lounge and many free activities.

Beyond Barcelona

Ca l’Aliu

prac_info C/Roca 6, Peratallada, 12 km (7.5 miles) NW of Palafrugell • 97 263 40 61 • www.calaliu.com • €

In the tiny medieval town of Peratallada stands this restored 18th-century casa rural. The cosy, comfortable rooms have antique furniture and are all en suite. Owners will lend you bikes, and the town and surrounding villages offer a range of sporting activities.

Hostal Sa Tuna

prac_info Pg de Ancora 6, Platja Sa Tuna, 5 km N of Begur • 97 262 21 98 • Closed Oct–Mar • www.hostalsatuna.com • €€

Take in the sea views from your terrace at this five-room, family-run hotel on the pretty Platja Sa Tuna. The restaurant serves excellent Catalan cuisine and breakfast is included in the price of the room.

Hotel Aigua Blava

prac_info Platja de Fornells, Begur • 97 262 20 58 • Closed mid-Oct–late Mar • www.hotelaiguablava.com • €€

This coastal institution, perched atop rugged cliffs overlooking the sea, is run by the fourth generation of the same family. Many of the rooms – each individually decorated – have splendid of the Mediterranean. There’s a large outdoor pool and breakfast is included in the price. Apartments are also available.

Hotel Aiguaclara

prac_info C/Sant Miquel 2, Begur • 97 262 29 05 • www.hotelaiguaclara.com • €€

A charming hotel set in a whitewashed 1866 colonial villa in the centre of town, it was built by a Begur "indiano" – a local nickname for those who made their fortunes in Cuba in the early 19th century. The beautiful rooms are a mix of contemporary furnishings and original features. The wonderful restaurant and outstanding service make this the ideal place for a romantic break.

Hotel Blau Mar

prac_info C/Farena 36, Llafranc • 97 261 00 55 • hotelblaumarllafranc.com • €€

A delightful hotel in a seaside village, Blau Mar has traditionally decorated rooms (most with terraces), lovely gardens and a pool with views out to sea. There are several clifftop walks and coves to explore in the vicinity.

Hotel Can Barrina

prac_info Ctra de Palautordera al Montseny, km 12, 670, Montseny • 93 847 30 65 • www.canbarrina.com/en • €€

An 18th-century farmhouse set in the hills of Montseny, is now a charming boutique hotel with an excellent restaurant. Comfortable rooms, extensive gardens and an outdoor pool make it the perfect place to relax.

Hotel Històric

prac_info C/Belmirall 4a, Girona • 97 222 35 83 • www.hotelhistoric.com • €€

Located in the heart of the old quarter, just around the corner from the cathedral, this is a good base for exploring Girona. Guests have the option of choosing either the rooms or the self-catering apartments.

Parador de Tortosa

prac_info Castillo de la Zuda, Tortosa • 97 744 44 50 • www.parador.es • €€

Looming over the town of Tortosa is the ancient Arab Castillo de la Zuda, within which this parador is housed. The decor is suitably old-world, with dark-wood furniture and antique fixtures. The view of the countryside and mountains is superb.

Val de Neu

prac_info C/Perimetrau s/n • 97 363 50 00 • www.hotelbaqueiravaldeneu.com • Closed May–Sep • €€

Perhaps the most sumptuous ski hotel in the chic resort of Baqueria Beret, Val de Neu is located right next to the slopes. Among the five-star amenities are a spa, a pool and an array of restaurants.

El Castell de la Ciutat

prac_info Crta N-260, km 229, La Seu d’Urgell • 97 335 00 00 • www.hotelelcastell.com • €€€

Located right next to a 16th-century castle, this hotel offers refined luxury in the heart of the Pyrenees. There are a couple of restaurants, a spa, beautiful gardens, pools, and wonderful views of the mountains.

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For a standard double room per night (with breakfast if included), including taxes and extra charges.


under €120 €€ €120–240 €€€ over €240

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