Our Curated List of Boutique Hotels in Barcelona
December 31, 2025
Barcelona has plenty of places to stay. What’s harder is finding hotels that feel personal in a city that sees as many short stays, repeat visits, and weekend trips as it does first-timers.
This is our curated list of boutique hotels in Barcelona, Spain. Places that feel thought-through rather than styled, well placed without being overwhelming, and easy to slip into the moment you drop your bag. No ranking, no filler. Just hotels we’d genuinely recommend if you asked us where to stay.
Casa Llimona
Casa Llimona sits in a restored Modernist building just removed from the busiest stretches of Passeig de Gràcia. The setting feels quietly residential, despite being close to some of the city’s most recognisable streets. Inside, the hotel keeps things light and restrained, with original architectural details, high ceilings, and rooms that favour space and daylight over decoration.
The location makes it easy to explore Barcelona on foot. Gaudí landmarks, restaurants, and shops are all nearby, but the hotel itself stays calm throughout the day. It suits travellers who want to be central without feeling like they’re staying in the middle of the action.
Why we like it: The sense of space and light you rarely get this close to Passeig de Gràcia, plus the feeling of staying in a real Modernist building rather than a repurposed hotel shell.
Hotel Pulitzer
Hotel Pulitzer is located just off Plaça de Catalunya, right where many trips to Barcelona begin. Despite the central address, the hotel feels composed and welcoming rather than busy. Rooms are comfortable and timeless, and the shared spaces are designed for lingering, not just passing through. The rooftop terrace is a real highlight, especially in the evenings.
From here, you can walk easily to the Gothic Quarter, El Raval, or Eixample, or hop on public transport without effort. It’s a hotel that works well if you want convenience but still care about atmosphere.
Why we like it: The rooftop that locals actually use. It’s one of those places where the evening quietly builds around you, instead of feeling staged for guests.
Casa Bonay
Casa Bonay occupies a restored 19th-century building in Eixample and has become a reference point for boutique stays in Barcelona. The rooms are warm and unfussy, with natural materials, thoughtful details, and balconies in many cases. Nothing feels overworked, and the hotel has a sense of ease that comes from knowing exactly what it is.
The ground-floor spaces and rooftop are used by guests and locals alike, which gives the hotel a natural rhythm throughout the day. You can start the morning downstairs and end the evening above the city without ever feeling stuck inside a hotel bubble.
Why we like it: The way the hotel spills into daily life, from morning coffee downstairs to late drinks on the roof, without ever feeling like a closed-off hotel environment.
Hotel Brummell
Hotel Brummell is set in Poble-sec, just below Montjuïc, in a part of the city that still feels distinctly local. The hotel itself is relaxed and quietly confident, with simple rooms, natural textures, and a courtyard pool that feels like a genuine luxury in Barcelona.
You’re close to parks, museums, and some of the city’s best food, but removed from the busiest tourist areas. It’s especially well suited to travellers who prefer a slower pace and don’t mind walking a little further to discover the city.
Why we like it: The courtyard pool tucked away from the street. It’s genuinely usable, not just decorative, and turns a city stay into something closer to a retreat.
La Paloma
La Paloma is a small, design-forward place to stay connected to the historic cultural venue of the same name in El Raval. The rooms are minimal and comfortable, with a focus on proportion, light, and materials rather than decoration. The atmosphere is quiet and understated, which comes as a surprise given the surrounding streets.
El Raval can be intense, but staying here puts you within walking distance of museums, the Gothic Quarter, and some of Barcelona’s most interesting restaurants, while still giving you a peaceful base at night.
Why we like it: The contrast between the lively surroundings and the calm inside. It’s rare to find somewhere this quiet in El Raval once the door closes behind you.
Casa Teva
Casa Teva feels closer to staying in a well-kept Barcelona apartment than in a traditional hotel. The focus is on warmth, simplicity, and personal touches, with comfortable rooms and shared spaces that encourage a slower rhythm. It’s the kind of place where staff recommendations feel thoughtful rather than scripted.
The location makes it easy to explore different parts of the city, and the overall atmosphere suits travellers who value good sleep, quiet evenings, and a more personal approach to hospitality.
Why we like it: It feels closer to staying in someone’s home than in a hotel, especially because the experience is shaped as much by personal recommendations as by the rooms themselves.
Hotel Casa Luz
Hotel Casa Luz is located just off Plaça Universitat, with wide windows that bring plenty of daylight into the rooms. The design is straightforward and open, which feels refreshing in a dense city. Some rooms have balconies or terraces, which makes a real difference in Barcelona’s climate.
The location is practical in the best sense. You’re well connected, close to restaurants and shops, and within easy reach of most neighbourhoods, making it an easy base for a short stay.
Why we like it: The large windows and occasional balconies that bring the city in, making even a short stay feel open and uncompressed.
Casa Sagnier
Casa Sagnier is housed in a former private residence in Eixample, once home to the architect Enric Sagnier. The hotel keeps that sense of history present, with elegant interiors that feel refined but not formal. Rooms are comfortable and quietly luxurious, with details that reveal themselves over time rather than all at once.
It’s a good fit for travellers who appreciate architecture and a slightly more classic take on boutique hotels. You’re close to major sights, but evenings remain calm and unhurried.
Why we like it: Sleeping in a former architect’s home gives the place a sense of continuity. It feels rooted in Barcelona rather than themed around it.
Barcelona works best when your hotel supports the city rather than competes with it. Each of these places offers a slightly different way to experience Barcelona, depending on how you like to travel and what kind of stay you’re after.
Choose the one that fits your rhythm, book it, and let Barcelona do the rest.
Check out our full Barcelona boutique hotel collection to discover more places worth planning a trip around.
Casa Llimona
Casa Llimona sits in a restored Modernist building just removed from the busiest stretches of Passeig de Gràcia. The setting feels quietly residential, despite being close to some of the city’s most recognisable streets. Inside, the hotel keeps things light and restrained, with original architectural details, high ceilings, and rooms that favour space and daylight over decoration.
The location makes it easy to explore Barcelona on foot. Gaudí landmarks, restaurants, and shops are all nearby, but the hotel itself stays calm throughout the day. It suits travellers who want to be central without feeling like they’re staying in the middle of the action.
Why we like it: The sense of space and light you rarely get this close to Passeig de Gràcia, plus the feeling of staying in a real Modernist building rather than a repurposed hotel shell.
Hotel Pulitzer
Hotel Pulitzer is located just off Plaça de Catalunya, right where many trips to Barcelona begin. Despite the central address, the hotel feels composed and welcoming rather than busy. Rooms are comfortable and timeless, and the shared spaces are designed for lingering, not just passing through. The rooftop terrace is a real highlight, especially in the evenings.
From here, you can walk easily to the Gothic Quarter, El Raval, or Eixample, or hop on public transport without effort. It’s a hotel that works well if you want convenience but still care about atmosphere.
Why we like it: The rooftop that locals actually use. It’s one of those places where the evening quietly builds around you, instead of feeling staged for guests.
Casa Bonay
Casa Bonay occupies a restored 19th-century building in Eixample and has become a reference point for boutique stays in Barcelona. The rooms are warm and unfussy, with natural materials, thoughtful details, and balconies in many cases. Nothing feels overworked, and the hotel has a sense of ease that comes from knowing exactly what it is.
The ground-floor spaces and rooftop are used by guests and locals alike, which gives the hotel a natural rhythm throughout the day. You can start the morning downstairs and end the evening above the city without ever feeling stuck inside a hotel bubble.
Why we like it: The way the hotel spills into daily life, from morning coffee downstairs to late drinks on the roof, without ever feeling like a closed-off hotel environment.
Hotel Brummell
Hotel Brummell is set in Poble-sec, just below Montjuïc, in a part of the city that still feels distinctly local. The hotel itself is relaxed and quietly confident, with simple rooms, natural textures, and a courtyard pool that feels like a genuine luxury in Barcelona.
You’re close to parks, museums, and some of the city’s best food, but removed from the busiest tourist areas. It’s especially well suited to travellers who prefer a slower pace and don’t mind walking a little further to discover the city.
Why we like it: The courtyard pool tucked away from the street. It’s genuinely usable, not just decorative, and turns a city stay into something closer to a retreat.
La Paloma
La Paloma is a small, design-forward place to stay connected to the historic cultural venue of the same name in El Raval. The rooms are minimal and comfortable, with a focus on proportion, light, and materials rather than decoration. The atmosphere is quiet and understated, which comes as a surprise given the surrounding streets.
El Raval can be intense, but staying here puts you within walking distance of museums, the Gothic Quarter, and some of Barcelona’s most interesting restaurants, while still giving you a peaceful base at night.
Why we like it: The contrast between the lively surroundings and the calm inside. It’s rare to find somewhere this quiet in El Raval once the door closes behind you.
Casa Teva
Casa Teva feels closer to staying in a well-kept Barcelona apartment than in a traditional hotel. The focus is on warmth, simplicity, and personal touches, with comfortable rooms and shared spaces that encourage a slower rhythm. It’s the kind of place where staff recommendations feel thoughtful rather than scripted.
The location makes it easy to explore different parts of the city, and the overall atmosphere suits travellers who value good sleep, quiet evenings, and a more personal approach to hospitality.
Why we like it: It feels closer to staying in someone’s home than in a hotel, especially because the experience is shaped as much by personal recommendations as by the rooms themselves.
Hotel Casa Luz
Hotel Casa Luz is located just off Plaça Universitat, with wide windows that bring plenty of daylight into the rooms. The design is straightforward and open, which feels refreshing in a dense city. Some rooms have balconies or terraces, which makes a real difference in Barcelona’s climate.
The location is practical in the best sense. You’re well connected, close to restaurants and shops, and within easy reach of most neighbourhoods, making it an easy base for a short stay.
Why we like it: The large windows and occasional balconies that bring the city in, making even a short stay feel open and uncompressed.
Casa Sagnier
Casa Sagnier is housed in a former private residence in Eixample, once home to the architect Enric Sagnier. The hotel keeps that sense of history present, with elegant interiors that feel refined but not formal. Rooms are comfortable and quietly luxurious, with details that reveal themselves over time rather than all at once.
It’s a good fit for travellers who appreciate architecture and a slightly more classic take on boutique hotels. You’re close to major sights, but evenings remain calm and unhurried.
Why we like it: Sleeping in a former architect’s home gives the place a sense of continuity. It feels rooted in Barcelona rather than themed around it.
Barcelona works best when your hotel supports the city rather than competes with it. Each of these places offers a slightly different way to experience Barcelona, depending on how you like to travel and what kind of stay you’re after.
Choose the one that fits your rhythm, book it, and let Barcelona do the rest.
Check out our full Barcelona boutique hotel collection to discover more places worth planning a trip around.
Bob
Curator, A Good Stay
