Downtown Barcelona Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Barcelona
Stay near popular Downtown Barcelona attractions
Things to do
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Top hotels in Downtown Barcelona
Lamaro Hotel Barcelona 5★ | Preferred Hotels & Resorts | Lifestyle Collection
"I would not call this a 5 star hotel by any means. Rooms are just average. Showers are fantastic. Only single sinks and moderate toiletries. Breakfast was poor."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026
Rialto
"The rooms are paper thin. You can hear beside you and above you. The telephone in the room did not work. There were no instructions on how the tv remote operated (not like any in the US). When I arrived, there was LOUD construction going on. Wasn’t able to nap. They DID have early check in though. ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026
Arc la Rambla
"El personal muy atentos y amable, si vuelvo a Barcelona ya tengo lugar donde quedarme. Gracias por su atención."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026
Sixties Ramblas
"I did not like the key system at all, and the doors were difficult to open. The staff were not friendly at all."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026
Cuatro Naciones
Hotel 1898
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Where to stay in Downtown Barcelona
Gothic Quarter
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Gothic Quarter. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Port de Barcelona, and jump on the metro at Jaume I Station or Liceu Station to see more of the city.
Eixample
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eixample. Check out top attractions like Plaça de Catalunya and Sagrada Familia, and jump on the metro at Diagonal Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.
Dreta de l'Eixample
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dreta de l'Eixample. Check out top attractions like Plaça de Catalunya and La Rambla, and jump on the metro at Girona Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.
El Born
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Paseo del Borne or Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Barceloneta Station to get around town.
La Sagrada Familia
La Sagrada Familia is a destination travellers like for its churches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Sagrada Familia Station or Sant Pau Dos de Maig to explore sights like Sagrada Familia.
