Batea

Fish & seafood dishes in a low-lit dining room or at terrace tables overlooking the marina.

Explore a hauntingly fascinating former jail from the early 1900s, now a free historical site with eerie corridors and chilling stories waiting to be uncovered.

Drinks & nibbles are offered at this intimate tapas bar with a traditional ambiance.

Refined rooms in a polished hotel with a restaurant/bar, plus a sauna & a rooftop outdoor pool. A 3-minute walk from Torre Glòries tower, this sleek hotel is 5 km from the Plaça de Catalunya, a central square, and 6 km from lively La Boqueria market. Chic rooms offer free Wi-Fi and flat-screens, plus minibars, and tea and coffeemakers. Some include colorful murals, Mediterranean tiles, terraces, pull-down beds and/or whirlpool tubs. Upgraded rooms have porch swings and dining areas. Room service is available. There’s a Mediterranean restaurant/bar; a breakfast buffet is offered for a fee. Other amenities include a gym, a sauna and a hammam, plus a rooftop terrace with an outdoor pool and a bar. Bike rentals and parking are available.

A bustling Barcelona gem, La Pallaresa serves up crispy churros and rich hot chocolate, beloved by locals for its authentic vibe and quick service.

Modern quarters in a laid-back hotel with dining & city views, plus a seasonal rooftop pool. In the central Eixample district, this laid-back, streamlined hotel is 3 minutes' walk from a Passeig de Gràcia railway station and 5 minutes' walk from Casa Batlló, a striking building designed by Antoni Gaudí. Modern rooms with wood furnishings provide complimentary Wi-Fi, smart TVs and minifridges; some add city views. Suites have living areas; an upgraded suite features a private outdoor plunge pool. Room service is available. There's a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a terrace; a breakfast buffet is available. An outdoor pool and a bar with city views are set on the rooftop, and are open seasonally. Parking is also offered.

Laid-back quarters, some with kitchenettes, in a snug hotel offering free Wi-Fi & evening wine. Set on a pedestrian lane lined with shops and restaurants, this cozy hotel in the Ciutat Vella neighborhood is a 4-minute walk from Catalunya metro station and 6 minutes' walk from the lively city center. Relaxed rooms with restored furniture offer free Wi-Fi; upgraded rooms add minibars, flat-screen TVs and balconies. Suites feature living rooms with sofabeds, and kitchenettes. Complimentary amenities include morning cake and hot drinks, and evening wine served in a casual lounge. There's also a snack bar and a guest computer. Bike rentals are also available.

Traditional Catalan small plates, sharing platters & wine pairings at a seafood bistro with a patio.

Nestled on a quiet street near Park Güell, La Panxa del Bisbe serves inventive tapas made with top-notch ingredients in a chic, minimalist space that's a local favorite.

Chic, low-key daytime eatery offering New Zealand–inspired brunch fare, including many vegan dishes.