Top 5 Hotels Near BCN Airport
Although Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport is close enough to the city center -located at a 15-km distance from Barcelona downtown-, a hotel near the airport is always a good idea for short stays or if your areas of interest aren’t to be found at the heart of the city. So, in that case, which are the 5 top hotel options for you? Check out the best hotels nearby, according to their provided services and real customers reviews:
1. Sleep & Fly, Terminal 1 BCN Airport
The business center located at T1 of El Prat Airport also provides accommodation services. Hence, can you think of anything better than booking a room inside the airport during a long layover? The Hotel Sleep & Fly has 25 modern rooms, fully equipped and filled with natural light. They can be booked for day use (for 3h or 6h from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm) or even per night. The hotel is to be found at level 1 of T1.
2. Hotel Barcelona Aeropuerto, affiliated by Melia, El Prat de Llobregat
Only a 5-minute drive away from El Prat Airport, the Hotel Barcelona Aeropuerto is an excellent option for a luxurious and comfortable stay near the airport. The hotel’s rooms are contemporarily decorated and offer all the desired amenities. Moreover, the hotel has a cozy lobby bar, a snack bar, a dining area, as well as a fitness center. Finally, as it is listed among the top choices of Barcelona airport’s travelers, it offers free shuttle buses to and from the airport around the clock.
Our Tip: Are you looking to combine the time spent in Barcelona and your workout schedule? Book a fitness room, a room equipped with all the necessary appliances for your workout routine!
3. Sallés Hotel Ciutat del Prat, El Prat de Llobregat
The classy and classic Sallés Hotel Ciutat del Prat offers premium accommodation services to its guests. The rooms and the hotel’s public areas are elegantly decorated, while the stylish hotel’s restaurant serves exquisite dishes from french cuisine. The hotel also has a cafe bar area and a fitness center (sauna, inside pool, and gym facilities). It is situated only 4km away from Barcelona Airport and offers free shuttle transfer services too.
4. Best Western Plus Hotel Alfa Aeropuerto, Sants-Montjuïc
Are you traveling with your little buddy? The Best Western Plus Hotel Alfa Aeropuerto is a pet-friendly accommodation option. That’s certainly not the only reason why it figures among the top-rated hotels near El Prat Airport. The rooms are elegantly furnished and fully equipped. Moreover, the hotel has to offer a spa area, a fitness center, and an indoor heated pool, along with the Gran Mercat restaurant, a bar, and a cozy terrace. It is located within a 15-minute drive from the airport and provides free transfers.
5. Airhostel Barcelona Aeropuerto, El Prat de Llobregat
Are you looking for something more affordable? Or perhaps you opt for an “alternative choice”? Airhostel Barcelona Aeropuerto is the answer to your requests! The modern facility offers many accommodation options, while its cost won’t burden your pocket. Located 10 minutes away from Barcelona Αirport, in front of the beach, the Airhostel provides its guests with free Wi-Fi, a common kitchen well loaded, clean and fresh shared bathrooms, vending machines, and a fitness area.
Top 5 Hotels in Barcelona City
Barcelona is one of the top tourist destinations worldwide. Therefore, its accommodation facilities are top-rated, varying from cheap but cozy options to luxurious and of course, costly hotels. Take a look at the 5 top hotels in the city, based on their guests’ critiques as well as their amenities:
1. Hotel Arts Barcelona
The 5-star Hotel Arts Barcelona may be expensive enough, but it is worth each and every euro you are going to spend on it. The 43-floor hotel is the epitome of good taste and elegance, while it is famous for its high-quality, premium services. A 2-floor spa, a fitness center, and a pool are only some of its amenities. Nevertheless, the hotel’s restaurant, awarded with 2 stars Michelin, is one of its most famous attractions, whereas the stunning beach view of the Mediterranean and the Olympic Port is definitely the hotel’s highlight.
2. Cotton House Hotel, Eixample
If you are a lover of the past glorious days, then the Cotton House Hotel should be your choice. The hotel lies in a carefully refurbished 19th-century building and takes you immediately back to the Belle Epoque. Along with the classy yet minimal rooms, the well-known Mediterranean restaurant, the lounges, and the breathtaking library, the hotel has a swimming pool, a small gym area, and a beautiful terrace with a stunning view of the Eixample district.
Our Tip: Go for the full Cotton House experience and have your own shirt made by an original tailor who will initiate you to the world of the finest fabrics!
3. W Barcelona, Ciutat Vella
The hotel W Barcelona enjoys a spectacular beach view, although located 2.5km away from the city center. The hotel rooms are gracefully decorated, while the rooftop attracts all the guests who want to enjoy the magnificent scenery. Moreover, the Eclipse Bar is famous for its signature cocktails. As far as the other facilities are concerned, 3 pools, a recording studio, a gym area, and many dining options are at the hotel clients’ disposal.
4. Hotel Brummell, Sants-Montjuïc
The Hotel Brummer is the perfect boutique option in Barcelona. The hotel has an urban and sophisticated design and successfully tries to make its guests feel like a part of the Catalonian capital. It has a roof terrace with a small but cozy pool area and a tasteful restaurant while running clubs and free yoga classes are offered for all its clients.
5. Hotel Market, Eixample
The Hotel Market is the best value-for-money option for your accommodation in Barcelona. The prices are quite affordable, yet the hotel is beautifully decorated with modern and stylish designs. It doesn’t offer as many amenities as the above-mentioned accommodation options. Nevertheless, it is clean, cozy, and conveniently located 15 minutes from the Plaza Espanya. What’s more, the in-hotel restaurant serves traditional Catalan dishes, offering a relishing experience.