
Sunny Barcelona is an easy choice for a family city break with its white sand beaches, museums, architectural sites, and vast array of restaurants. However, some of the city's accommodation is better suited for family stays than others. With this in mind, our hotel experts have compiled a collection of the best family hotels in Barcelona selected on their amenities, location, and design. Whether you are looking for a luxury hotel, a city centre crashpad or a self-catering apartment — there is something for most tastes and budgets here. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next family getaway?
For self-catering

- Stay U-nique Rambla Catalunya is a home-from-home in the centre of Barcelona. Chic air-conditioned apartments with all the mod-cons offer a comfortable city stay. Interiors are light and airy with contemporary furniture, a full kitchen, luxe bathrooms, and washing machines. An ideal base for families.
- Destinationbcn is a collection of apartment suites and rooms in four different central locations; ideal for families wanting to be self-sufficient. The kitchens are very well equipped and the interiors are chic and understated. A slick urban stay.
- Yok Casa Cultura is a modernist building converted into 3 self-catering apartments with 8 bedrooms between them. All have gorgeous mosaic floors, decorative ceilings, amazing woodwork and beautiful etched glass windows. A perfect base for families.
- Apartments Sixtyfour are a collection of luxury apartments with an unbeatable location on Passeig de Gràcia. Apartments range in size, but all have high ceilings, muted tones, wooden floors, and well-equipped kitchens. A luxurious city base well suited to families.
For luxury

- Gran Hotel La Florida is a stunning urban resort offering spectacular views from its unique Tibidabo Hill location. Contemporary, designer rooms ooze luxury as does the large indoor/outdoor pool, the tumbling terraces, bold structures, L'Occitane spa, bar and restaurants. With kids' activities and babysitters available, parents can be assured of a relaxing stay.
- El Palace is an iconic 1920s hotel set in the heart of the city near Passeig de Gràcia. Interiors are elegant and classic with chandeliers, original paintings, and high ceilings. With several dining options, a luxury spa, and interconnecting rooms for families — you'll want for nothing here.
For a B&B

- Bed and Break is a stylish family-run B&B located in the heart of the city, just moments from Passeig de Gracia. Four smartly decorated rooms boast a mix of contemporary and traditional style with dark green walls, sash windows, and mosaic-tiled floors. All sleep up to three making this a good choice for small families.
For a boutique stay

- Sonder Le Palacete is a small, exclusive, and elegant hotel. The historic building has been restored to give a contemporary feel, with warm colours, natural materials and luxurious fabrics. The Studio sleeps up to four and has a kitchenette and an outdoor space making it an easy family base.
For the location

- Hotel Actual is a modern family hotel well-positioned behind Gaudí's La Pedrera. Rooms are elegantly styled with the best boasting four-poster beds, original painted ceilings, and bathtubs. Comfortable options for families include spacious family and interconnecting rooms. An great base to pop in and out of while exploring the city.
For great value

- Room Mate Emma is a unique stay offering futuristic minimalism. Expect white rooms with neon lights and space-ship proportions. Very centrally located — minutes from boutique shops and Gaudi's famous buildings. The generous family policy (children under 12 stay for free in their parents' room) makes this an easy family choice.
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