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Best Places to Stay in El Born, Barcelona

Grand Hotel Central

El Born has many accolades - heralded as one of Barcelona's prettiest neighbourhoods, it is also one of its trendiest. Its historic streets are filled with cafes, restaurants, and lively bars; while there are also a number of the city's most famed cultural sights in the area. So this is the ideal neighbourhood for those who want to be right in the thick of it. Our collection of the best Barcelona hotels in El Born are mostly set in elegant historic buildings ensuring an atmospheric stay. A number of our top picks also come with noteworthy restaurants (one of which has been awarded two Michelin stars). So if a combination of gastronomy and culture is your idea of the perfect holiday, browse through our selection of the best hotels in El Born, Barcelona, and start planning your trip.

For foodies

  • Park Hotel is a contemporary property offering smart and reasonably priced rooms. Known for its restaurant headed by Jordi Cruz which serves modern and creative tapas dishes. The rooftop pool is also a real draw!
  • Grand Hotel Central is a large 1920s building renovated with subtle minimalism. Its two-star Michelin-restaurant is the crowning glory and offers celestial views of the city from the roof-top terrace.

For a stylish stay

Chic and Basic Born

  • Chic & Basic Born is a magnificent 18th-century mansion converted into a stylish contemporary hotel. Rooms are spacious and benefit from adjustable LED coloured mood lighting, minimalist decor, and in-room crystal showers. A trendy base for the young and hip.

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Best Places to Stay in El Born, Barcelona

Chic & Basic Born
Chic & Basic Born

Barcelona (El Born)

Magnificent 18th-century mansion converted into a high-tech futuristic hotel. High ceilings, adjustable LED coloured mood lighting, minimalist decor - this is a funky and fun stay. Well positioned and priced near museums and boutiques in the lively Born district.

  • Local exploring - Well loctated within the Born area, you'll find designer shops, restaurants & bars, the cathedral, and museums nearby
  • Value chic - With chic boutique design and a central location, you are getting a lot for your money here
  • Sights nearby - Check out the The Parc de la Ciutadella at the end of the street, to explore the Parc Zoologic and the arboretum
  • Local markets - Visit the incredible Santa Catalina food market, just a short walk away
from $151 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Grand Hotel Central
Grand Hotel Central

Barcelona (Ciutat Vella)

A large 1920s building renovated with subtle minimalism. An elegant atmosphere and lots of natural light. Its restaurant offers gourmet Mediterranean fare, and there’s two swish bars. The celestial city views from the rooftop terrace and central location make it a haven for dreamy Barcelona escapes

  • City Style - A sleek modern hotel boasting a very central postcode, an atmospheric bar, and an impressive rooftop pool - a very chic stay
  • 5* Luxury - A chic five star boutique hotel offering high-end service, a spoiling spa, and good amenities
  • Spa - Único Spa, located on the 8th floor, offers a good range of beauty and spa treatments plus a hammam and sauna
  • Restaurant - Bistro Helena serves gourmet food with Mediterranean flare while the bar serves tapas
from $246 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Park Hotel, Barcelona
Park Hotel, Barcelona

Barcelona (El Born)

A contemporary hotel with excellent value rooms and a highly recommended restaurant in central Barcelona. Single, double, and triple rooms are simple and modern in design. However, it is the rooftop pool and Ten's restaurant which serves contemporary tapas that pulls a crowd.

  • Foodies - Popular Ten's restaurant, overseen by ABaC's Jordi Cruz, serves innovative modern tapas dishes and is worthy of a visit alone
  • Value chic - Contemporary, chic interiors and a good range of rooms with a price tag that is amazing for the quality
  • Architectural - The building is one of the top examples in the city of 1950s architecture
  • Restaurant - Ten's Restaurant serves modern tapas by renowned chef Jordi Cruz
from $131 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Katie Harris

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