General Information

Hotels near Plaça de Catalunya are very popular among tourists due to the square’s location. It is situated in the center of Barcelona, and most of the attractions are approachable easily from there. Besides this, the area is the center of the city’s public transportation. Also, the bus which arrives from the airport stops near the square.

Note that hotels in this area are more expensive than in other parts of Barcelona, and the area is usually noisy and overcrowded. For those who would like to find cheap and quiet accommodation, it is recommended to check for hotels in other parts of the city.

Tips and Recommendations

• Accommodation near Plaça de Catalunya is very popular, if you wish to reserve a hotel during high season (summer), it is recommended to do so in advance.
• The most expensive hotels in Barcelona can be found near Plaça de Catalunya, but it doesn’t necessarily means these are luxury hotels and you can probably find the same level of hotel in a lower price in other parts of the city. However, it is possible to find some less expensive hostels and small apartments in the area.
• For those who visit Barcelona by car, it is not recommended to book a hotel near Plaça de Catalunya since it is very expensive to park there. The best solution would be to search for accommodation in another district, such as in the northern part of Eixample, in Gracia or around Park Güell (for additional information – Parking Near Plaça de Catalunya, Car Rental in Barcelona and Car Rental in Spain).
• If you would like to avoid noisy and crowded places, hotels near Plaça de Catalunya are not the best choices for you. It is recommended to check for accommodation in other districts of Barcelona (for additional information – Hotels in Barcelona by Location and Region).
• Sometimes there are protests in Plaça de Catalunya and it can be difficult to get to your hotel. It is not a permanent problem but if you book accommodation in the area, be prepared for such kind of situation.
• The bus which arrives from the airport of Barcelona stops near Plaça de Catalunya, which makes it is very easy to get there from the airport (for additional information – Public Transportation in Barcelona).
• Hotels in the area of Plaça de Catalunya are highly recommended for those who would like to spend a romantic holiday in the Catalan city. There are many four and five star hotels (for additional information – Romantic Hotels in Barcelona and Romantic Vacation in Barcelona).
• If you would like to enjoy the nightlife of Barcelona, it is recommended to choose accommodation near Plaça de Catalunya since the area is famous for its active nightlife.