The 10 Best Family Hotels in Barcelona
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.
Still not sure which to book?
- Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Barcelona.
- Or you might like to search for properties close to some of Barcelona’s main sights, like the Sagrada Familia, or Las Ramblas.
- Or you could consider our recommendations for 11 of the Best Hotels in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter.
- Or you could browse our list of recommendations for 20 of the Best Luxury Hotels in Barcelona, or 12 of the Best Hotels in Barcelona for Foodies, or 15 of the Best Boutique Hotels in Barcelona.
- Alternatively, you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.
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Stay U-nique Rambla Catalunya Barcelona (Eixample) 4 rooms from CA$181
Families - Apartments sleep up to four and have all the amenities of home making this an easy choice for familiesLocal exploring - Most of the must-see places are within walking distanceOutstanding location - Situated in the heart of Barcelona - 400 m from Passeig de Gracia Station and 500 m from La PedreraSights nearby - Plaza Catalunya, Casa Batllo and the Ramblas are just a step awayYour 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. See More
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DestinationBCN Barcelona (Eixample) 14 rooms from CA$196
Groups - Some of the apartments can be interconnected with adjoining rooms making this a flexible option for groupsValue chic - There are special rates for those who want to book the apartments for longer staysFamilies - Two bedroom apartments with fully equipped kitchens are an easy base for familiesSights nearby - A 5-minute walk from Plaça Catalunya, and also very close to La Seu, Cathedral of Barcelona, Portal de l'Angel and Casa BatlloA collection of apartment suites and rooms in four different central locations, ideal for those wanting to be self-sufficient or for those in groups. The kitchens are very well equipped for those who like to cook. Interiors are chic and understated, made for stylish city slickers. See More
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Room Mate Emma Barcelona (Eixample) 56 rooms from CA$145
Value chic - Chic modern design with well thought out extra touches (think free portable wifi routers) all offered at very reasonable ratesFamilies - A generous family policy (children under 12 stay for free in their parents' room) makes this an ideal family choiceContemporary - Expect futuristic design - all white and silver with splashes of hot pink, turquoise and lime greenSights nearby - Located just one stop from Plaça Catalunya on the FGC rail lineRecommended by - I Escape, FrommersFuturistic minimalism is the cornerstone of this hotel. White rooms, neon lights, and space-ship proportions. Very centrally located — minutes from boutique shops and Gaudi's famous buildings. A trendy destination offered at very reasonable rates. See More
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Bed and Break Barcelona (Eixample) 4 rooms from CA$196
Local exploring - The hotel's central location allows guests to head off on foot to take in all that this cultural hub has to offer!Families - The rooms sleep up to three making this a good choice for small familiesSights nearby - Go visit the Sagrada Familia, take a tour of the Nou Camp or head to the Gothic QuarterGreat walks - Meander through the city's streets and take in the unique architectureA stylish family-run B&B located in the heart of the city, just moments from Passeig de Gracia. Four smartly decorated rooms are a mix of contemporary and traditional style with dark green walls, sash windows, and mosaic-tiled floors. The best have private terraces. A chic city crashpad. See More
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Sonder Le Palacete Barcelona (gràcia) 10 rooms from CA$209
Architectural - In a building dating back to the turn of the 19th century, it features an imposing façade of semicircular arches and balustradesFamilies - The Studio sleeps up to four and has a kitchenette and an outdoor space making this a good option for familiesCity Style - A beautifully renovated 20th-century private mansion - this is a very stylish city baseBoutique - A small, private, exclusive establishment with 10 bedroomsSet in a tranquil yet central street, this 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. It features a terrace and views of the garden, and guests can enjoy the on-site bar. See More
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Hotel Actual Barcelona (Eixample) 38 rooms from CA$174
Families - A comfortable option for families with spacious family rooms sleeping up to four with the option of interconnecting rooms tooLocal exploring - Located a few meters from Paseo de Gracia, this is a very central location for gastronomic and architectural explorationValue chic - A charming small hotel with smart accommodation at very appealing pricesViews - Rooms at the back have impressive views over Gaudi's La PedreraRecommended by - I EscapeBright and 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 bath tubs. Breakfasts are served in the stylish lobby with a mezzanine. A very comfortable base for exploring the city. See More
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Gran Hotel La Florida Barcelona (Sant Gervasi-Bonanova) 66 rooms from CA$329
Families - Kids activities and menus plus babysitters on request and family rooms for fourViews - Spectacular views over Barcelona and the Med from its hilltop positionGreat walks - Resting in Tibidabo hill makes a great place to take a stroll.Sights nearby - Barcelona is 15/20 minute drive away.Recommended by - I Escape, Frommers, Kiwi CollectionStunning 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. A unique example of life on the Med. See More
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Yök Casa Cultura Barcelona (Eixample) 8 rooms from CA$394
Families - With 2 or 4 bedroom apartments, each with well-equipped kitchens, this is an easy choice for families who want some independenceLocal exploring - Well located in the city centre with La Seu, the Cathedral of Barcelona, and Portal de l'Angel all nearbyEco - The property has been renovated using strict eco-design criteriaSights nearby - Less than 10 minutes walk from Plaza Cataluña and Las RamblasHoused in a modernist building, Yök Casa Cultura has 3 self-catering apartments with 8 bedrooms between them. All have gorgeous mosaic floors, decorative ceilings, modern woodwork and beautiful etched glass windows. With eco-friendly design and a central location, this is a chic city base. See More
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El Palace Barcelona (Eixample) 120 rooms from CA$511
Families - Connecting rooms, a fun kids' welcome pack, and a generous policy of under-11s stay for free make this ideal for families5* Luxury - With fine dining, a luxury spa, grand interiors, and attentive service - this is a spoiling stayRestaurant - Executive chef Jesus Caballero has trained with some of the finest Michelin starred chefsSpa - The Mayan Luxury Spa offers sounds, rituals and traditional Mayan treatmentsRecommended by - Frommers, Michelin TravelAn 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 and a luxury spa - this is a spoiling city stay. See More
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Apartments Sixtyfour Barcelona (Eixample) 19 rooms from CA$541
Local exploring - Located on Paseo de Gracia you are close to all the action meaning you can dip in and out of your apartment throughout the daySelf catering - The spacious kitchens are fully equipped with all the necessary appliances to make guests' stay as comfortable as possibleFamilies - Self-catering apartments range from one-bedroom to three-bedrooms, offering an ideal base for familiesSights nearby - Eixample is a great choice for travellers interested in architecture; Plaza Catalunya and Las Ramblas are within easy distanceRecommended by - Great Small HotelsA 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 and groups. See More
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