This excellent eight-room guesthouse in the centre of town is one of the better central options in Barcelona. The tiled rooms are large, spotlessly clean and come with their own kitchens and bathrooms. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The giant entrance doors stand ajar throughout most of the day, awakening the curiosity of passers-by. Interest is piqued further by the street-level White Bar, which is exactly what it says it is, and sets a chic tone for the rest of the property. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Run for backpackers by backpackers (the same people who run the beachfront Sea Point Hostel), Gothic Point is a bustling, sprawling hostel that's always a hive of activity. Dorms are somewhat cramped but the friendly, international atmosphere makes up for it. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Forget that this design hotel is on a busy avenue and instead enjoy the views across Barcelona from the rooftop pool lounges and the magnificent, spacious rooms decorated with finesse and maximum comfort. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Spread out over several renovated flats, some of Hostal Central's larger rooms have charming enclosed terraces looking on to the admittedly noisy street. Mosaic and parquet floors and some nice decorative touches make this an attractive option. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Don't be put off by the grim staircase leading to this 2nd-floor hostel because this is one of Barcelona's coolest addresses. This is concept backpacking - comfortable, eclectic and founded on the principle that just because you're not paying high prices doesn't mean your rooms h… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This is the newer and slightly more upmarket version from the people who brought you the Hostal Gat Raval. The concept is the same - lime greens, sleek lines and illuminated photos of Barcelona's alternative side - but the 34 rooms are larger and come with a few extras. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The Girona is a 2nd-floor family-run hostal, basic but a clean and friendly spot. It's the kind of pensión that takes you back to another era of European travel. The building is worn, but once inside, you could be in the very clean setting of a 1950s period film. Rooms are quite … Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The former Compañía de Tabacos Filipinas (Philippines Tobacco Company), whose business was cut short when the islands swapped Spanish for American masters in 1898, now houses a luxury hotel. Located on La Rambla, it's right in the heart of the old town action. It has a small busi… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Run by the same owners as two other fine hotels - the Astoria and the Claris - this is a well-located quality option that probably deserves an extra star. Decor varies greatly from one room to another, but they're all classy and comfortable. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The designer upgrade of the 19th-century Palacio Vedruna has resulted in one of the city's most stylish hotels. It houses an art collection that could grace any gallery of modern art, while rooms are large and luxurious. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

These dazzling digs occupy two separate buildings, one of them a graceful late-19th-century modernista pile. The pentagonal foyer in the latter is magnificent, the beds are king-size and the baths are big enough for a work out. If you stand on your tippy-toes you can see La Pedre… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Nicely modernised, the 'Sea Hotel' is strategically placed between Port Vell, La Barceloneta and El Born. The modern rooms are comfortable and in some cases have balconies from which you can gaze across the square. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Spread over two handsome early modernista buildings, this hotel has a handy location on a quiet street, sandwiched between the old and new quarters. The foyer and stairways are original, while the rest of the interior has been completely renovated. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This place oozes old-fashioned elegance and much of its 19th-century interior remains intact. Guest rooms have been comfortably tweaked, but the public areas, complete with antique furnishings, retain the grace of another age and there's a wonderful courtyard in which to relax af… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Another classic Barcelona facade that promises an entirely different aesthetic within. Rooms aren't enormous, but they are undeniably stylish, with a minimalist's attention to detail and a quality hotel's commitment to comfort. The leafy sun deck on the roof is a haven high above… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Everything about this place exudes harmony, from the soothing tones and soundproof rooms to the designer bathroom fittings (the towel heaters are a highlight). Meanwhile, the staff is friendly and keen to look after your every need. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Occupying a beautiful, centuries-old building that backs on to the quiet Plaça de Sant Felip Neri, this stunningly renovated medieval mansion combines historic public areas with cutting-edge rooms of stone and timber. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Cool has a home. Welcome to one of the more outstanding design hits in a city that prides itself on the occasional burst of zaniness. Here, the balconies look almost Guggenheimian, with strips of metallic skin peeled back from the shiny surface of the hotel - the sort of idea a l… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Stylishly carved out of a historic Barri Gòtic building, this hotel's 37 rooms have dark wood beams, parquet floors, colourful mosaic-tiled bathrooms and are fully soundproofed. The aesthetic in the rooms is modern: light colours blended with navy blues blankets and the occasiona… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

What would a real estate agent say about this place? Location, location, location. It's just not possible in Barcelona to walk out your front door and find yourself closer to the beach. What would the same real estate agent fail to tell you? The dorms are cramped and on the dark … Full Lonely Planet Review ›

You've bought the shoes, now stay in the hotel. This is a hip place with splendid rooms and a commitment to comfort and extensive facilities, among the highlights of which is a roof terrace with unrivalled views over the rooftops of El Raval. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

With just 14 rooms, this stylish little boutique hotel gives a warm welcome. It's in a central residential street that's handy for the centre but far enough away not to be under siege by floods of other tourists. Full Lonely Planet Review ›