Planning a holiday in Barcelona

When planning a holiday in Barcelona, the two things you’ll have to reserve before your arrival will be the flight tickets and an accommodation. Hotels are the most popular option amongst people visiting Barcelona and are often preferred over other options due to their facilities and comfort. Here we have two great options for your stay in the capital of Catalonia:


Mercer Hotel Barcelona is the #1 ranked hotel in Barcelona on the travel website TripAdvisor. This five star hotel is situated centrally in Ciutat Vella and is recognized for its high quality customer service.

• Price: Starting at 220€ per night for a double room.

Hotel Primero Primera is a Travelers Choice 2013 Winner in Top Hotels –category on TripAdvisor. Rated with four stars, this hotel offers a more affordable stay in Barcelona compared to Mercer Hotel.

• Price: Starting at 135€ per night for a double room.

If you are looking for a more affordable accommodation during your stay in Barcelona, booking a holiday rental apartment could be a more reasonable choice.

Unlike with hotels, there will be no breakfast included or 24/7 service in the lobby, but instead you will be able to enjoy your own space and cozy feeling and in addition, an equipped kitchen, where you can prepare your own meals instead of using your money on daily restaurant visits. You can even find some holiday apartments for the same prices as a hostel room! They provide great value for money compared to other affordable accommodation solutions, let alone hotel rooms.

Here we have two affordable apartments for short term stays in Barcelona:

• Studio apartment next to Plaza Espanya
• Price: 104€ per night for two persons.

• Apartment for two in Sant Gervasi
• Price: 60€ per night for two persons.

If you are looking for a cozy stay for your holidays and want truly cost-effective accommodation, a rental apartment is without a doubt the best option for you. If you enjoy being taken care of during your vacation and have the extra money to cover it, then booking a hotel room is what you need.