The Most Romantic Hotels in Barcelona

Because of its historic beauty, extraordinary art value and metropolitanism all blended together to create Barcelona, the city itself is full of romance. But within all that romance and love, there are some hotels that are better at providing the romantic spirit than others. And although, one might assume that a five-star hotel would provide all the luxury and romance in the world, the most romantic hotels are not necessarily the most expensive. In fact romantic hotels may be bed and breakfasts, luxury hotels, small country inns or rural retreats.

Neri Hotel and Restaurant – Set in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, the Neri is a small eighteenth century palace recently restored in 2003 to its original beauty and now a luxurious hotel offering twenty-two rooms. A beautiful solarium overlooking the cathedral, transfer service to and from the airport, and personalized buffet breakfast make this location suited to a couple seeking a romantic getaway.

Even more special is the rooftop relaxation area with loungers, showers and refreshments and of course, the natural sunlight. The hotel is within walking district of the famous shopping boulevard, La Rambla. Dine in the hotel’s restaurant or venture out to try one of the many restaurants close by.

Hotel Rey Juan Carlos I – Not only one of the most romantic hotels in Barcelona, this property is a paradise resort in the heart of the city. Indoor and outdoor pools, award winning spa and wellness center, magnificently tailored twentieth century historic gardens surrounding the property, poolside restaurant and snacks, peaceful pond and palm trees, and sports including golf, tennis and horseback riding all combine with the sights of Barcelona to create the most romantic vacation possible.

Claris Hotel part of Derby Hotels Collection – Another fine hotel in the heart of Barcelona, the Claris has its own private museum of art with over four hundred works of Egyptian art, engravings commissioned by Napoleon Bonaparte, mosaics and Roman sculptures. Romantic features of the hotel include late breakfast served until 1:00pm, limousine service, twenty-four hour room service, solarium, sauna and restaurant. The rooms are totally soundproof and each have a music center perfect for that romantic getaway.

Chic and Basic Born – Not only is this an odd name but the concept is so totally unique that it might just qualify for romantic. Located in the neighborhood of El Borne close to the zoo, beach, museums, and Born market, the hotel has its own live disc jockey on the weekends. The rooms are modern and spacious with a crystal shower in the middle of the room and a light system to adjust the lighting to match one’s mood. Not only does the lighting change but the whole color of the room changes with it. This whole concept could be quite sexy for a couple.

Eurostars Cristal Palace Hotel – A first class hotel in a prestigious neighborhood, the Cristal Palace is very close to the Passeig de Gràcia. The rooms include water massage bathtubs, telephone in the bathroom, double bed and valet and laundry service.

Le Méridien Barcelona – Situated in the artistic and commercial section of Las Ramblas, the hotel is close to the Gothic Quarter, the Opera House, and Barcelona’s harbor. Luxurious rooms with plush beds, soundproof windows, beautiful views of the city and large bathrooms are very romantic. The hotel also offers bathrobes and slippers and live jazz music in its bar.