Which quarter of Barcelona is just made for you?
Coming to Barcelona to live? It shouldn’t be too hard to find somewhere to stay. If you’re just here for your holidays, the city has so many hotels and apartments on offer that you’re certain to find something you like. Narrow down your search area by finding a quarter ideally suited to your tastes!
This little guide should help you choose an area to focus on based on your priorities and tastes. Simply click on the pictures for more information!
Case nº1: Get to the heart of historic Barcelona
Option 1
If you want to live in a bustling quarter packed with bars and restaurants:
Gòtic
Option 2
If you love lively, small streets but also want to be near green spaces and the beach:
Born
Case nº2: Village life in the city
Option 1
If you’re a fan of leisurely Sunday brunches, foreign cinema and organic cupcake bakeries:
Gràcia
Option 2
If you like picking up fresh produce at the market and relaxing in trendy cafés:
Sant Antoni
Case nº3: Stay somewhere lively and cheap
Option 1
If you’re looking for a great shopping area with good transport links, popular with Barça fans:
Sants
Option 2
If you’re looking for a lively local community, cheap tapas and few(er) tourists:
Poble Sec
Case nº4: Enjoy life in a lively, modernist quarter
Option 1
If you love window shopping and/or drinks on the terrace:
Eixample Esquerra
Option 2
If you’re looking for somewhere central but calm, with easy access to the Costa Brava at the weekend:
Eixample Dret
Case nº5: Keep your tan topped up and breathe the fresh sea air all year round
Option 1
If you dream of staying in a location packed with fresh fish stalls and authentic tapas bars:
Barceloneta
Option 2
If you’re a party animal and/or a big fan of casinos:
Vila Olímpica
Case nº6: Hipsters and fans of all things cutting edge
Option 1
If you want to drink absinthe in hundred-year-old bars, shop vintage and eat some excellent chicken curry:
Raval
Option 2
If you’re a fan of great design, hip warehouse parties and picnics on the beach:
Poblenou
Case nº7: Find somewhere to live in Barcelona with your family
Option 1
If you’re looking for somewhere calm and safe and want to fit right in with the Catalan middle classes:
Sarrià-Sant Gervasi
Option 2
If you prefer a condo complex with a pool and/or the company of other expats:
Pedralbes
