General Information

Poble Espanyol (The Spanish Village) is a village in the Montjuic area in Barcelona. The village is a combination of all of the architectural styles that are present in Spain.

Accommodation in this area is recommended for those that want to get away from the noise of the central areas of the city but still wish to be close to all the action and attractions.

Most of the hotels in this area are located north of the hill, in the area of Avinguda del Paral-lel. This area is perfect for families and groups that are searching for a more affordable and spacious accommodation (for additional information – Family-friendly Hotels and Cheap Hotels in Barcelona).

Hotels in this area are further from the main attractions of the city then for example hotels in La Rambla or hotels in the Gothic Quarter, however they are still within a reasonable distance by public transportation (for additional information – Public Transportation in Barcelona). The main downside of accommodations in this area is that is far away from the nightlife of Barcelona, so if you are looking for hotels close to nightclubs and restaurants this area is not recommended for you (for additional information – Visit Barcelona at Night).

Tips and Recommendations

• There are no hotels in the Montjuic park itself, most of the hotels are located around the hill. The character of the hotels is different than those situated in the eastern part of the Avinguda del Paral-lel, the ones near the Plaça d’Espanya, or the hotels in the southern side of the Montjuic hill. It is recommended to check exactly the location of your accommodation prior of booking.
• This area is easily accessible from the Barcelona Airport. The shuttles that come from the airport stop directly in this area, so this is a great accommodation option if you want easy access to the airport (for additional information – Arriving from Barcelona Airport to the city).
• Accommodation in this area is recommended for those looking for cheap accommodation in Barcelona, accommodation in this area is 20% to 30% cheaper than those of the same class in the La Rambla area (for additional information – Hotels near La Rambla). This area has many hostels and cheap apartments (for additional information – Cheap Hotels in Barcelona and Barcelona for Free).
• This area combines both spacious and relatively cheap accommodations and even though it is not a central area it is easily accessible by public transportations from the center. Due to this fact it is a perfect area for families, groups and tourists looking for a cheaper option for accommodation (for additional information – Family-friendly Hotels in Barcelona).
• Hotels in this area provide many good parking spaces. Most of the hotels offer parking options within a reasonable price range or for free. There are also some good public parking options. Due to this the area is suitable for those visiting the city with a private or rented car (for additional information – Hotels with parking in Barcelona, Parking Near Poble Espanyol, Car Rental in Barcelona, Car Rental in Spain).