Bed and Breakfast hotels in Barcelone

With a population of 1.6 million, Barcelona is the second-largest city in Spain, as well as an international financial, artistic and cultural hub. The city is located along the northeastern coast of the Iberian Peninsula, facing the Mediterranean Sea. Just 120km from the Pyrenees and French border, it is capital of the autonomous region of Catalonia . The official languages are Catalan and Spanish. The city has a rich history, dating back to the Roman Empire.

Subsequently occupied by Roman, Visgoth, and Arab populations, the city bears the architectural marks of many societies. Though the emergence of Madrid as the centre of power led to Barcelona’s decline in the 15th century, the city prospered after the Napoleonic wars, industrializing heavily during the 19th century. Barcelona has since reemerged as a major world city, hosting the 1992 Summer Olympics. As the capital of Catalonia, it maintains a unique cultural and political status. Take your pick from Campanile Hotel Barcelona and Campanile Hotel Barcelona SUD - Cornella for your stay.

A two-day break
A two-day trip to Barcelona will not be easily forgotten. The city’s architectural and artistic landmarks alone are worth the trip. Barcelona is perhaps best known for its modernist buildings, including Antoni Gaudí’s Casa Batlló and Sagrada Familia and Domènech i Muntaner’s Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Fundació Joan Miró houses hundreds of paintings by the surrealist artist, while a number of sites around the city mark the life of Pablo Picasso.

A week-long stay
During a week-long stay, explore all that Barcelona has to offer at a more leisurely pace. La Rambla is a favourite of locals and tourists alike and is filled with artists, human statues, fortune-tellers, and performers. While there, you can also visit the La Boqueria market and marvel at a Joan Miró mosaic. For an even more unique experience, visit Montjuïc, a hill which offers great views and a chance to see facilities used during the 1992 Olympic Games.

A family holiday
Barcelona is very family-friendly and offers children a wide range of activities. The Barcelona Zoo and Aquarium offer hours of fun learning activities. For all-day entertainment, you can head to Tibidabo, an amusement park that sits atop a mountain of the same name, overlooking Barcelona. There is also a Universal Studios theme park (Universal Mediterranea) on the Costa Daurada. Finally, check out the Magic Fountain on Montjuïc for a water show with lights, colour, synchronisation, and music.

Transport
Barcelona is easily accessible by aeroplane. Most – but not all – airlines fly into Barcelona El Prat airport, the main one in the city. It is also accessible by car, from France (E15 and E09) and Portugal (E90). Barcelona has a great public transport system, with buses, the metro and new tram lines covering the city and its outskirts.

Gastronomy
Take advantage of Barcelona’s coastline to try some great seafood. You can find an ample spread, including oysters, squid, shrimp and clams at Cal Pep. Don’t forget to try some Catalan cuisine at Agut, a family-run restaurant, or at Cinc Sentits. Barcelona also offers Basque cuisine. Many restaurants serve pintxos, a Basque take on tapas. 

Events
As a cultural hub, Barcelona is constantly buzzing with activity. The Guitar Festival, held in the spring, draws Spanish and international artists, while the De Cajón!Flamenco Festival offers an Andalusian flavor. The city’s stylishly-designed concert venues play host to many shows throughout the year, from jazz to classical music.

Interesting Fact
The Camp Nou, where FC Barcelona play, is the largest stadium in Europe, and seats 96,336 people. The stadium hosted football matches at the 1992 Summer Olympics.

Useful Links
Barcelona official website
Barcelona city guide
Barcelona tourism guide