Hotels in Barcelona near the beach

Barcelona is known, among other things, for its modernist architecture and Mediterranean lifestyle, but it is also for its beautiful beaches. Choosing hotels in Barcelona near the beach is always a smart choice if you want to enjoy some of the best city beaches in Europe.

We’ve handpicked the 5 best beachfront hotels in Barcelona taking into account their quality, price and location near the most famous beaches in the city.

5 hotels in Barcelona near the beach

1.Hotel SB Icaria Barcelona (Our top choice)

Great value for money, outdoor swimming pool and a rooftop terrace with views are just a few of the perks of Hotel SB Icaria Barcelona.

This one is in fact one of the best rated cheap beach hotels in Barcelona. But the best part is definitely its amazing location. Nova Icaria beach is located just 300 meters away (approximately just a 5 minute walk).

¿What do we love about Hotel SB Icaria Barcelona?

1. Some of the most famous beach tapas bars in the area are located just around the corner from the hotel, like the emblematic Xiringuito Escribà (Av. del Litoral, 62).
2. After a day at the beach, you can relax by the swimming pool and hot tub.
3. The hotel also offers a gym and a rooftop bar with city views.
4. From Bogatell, the nearest metro station, it is only a three-stop trip to the center of Barcelona.
5. Places of interest like the Barcelona Zoo and the Poblenou district are nearby.

2. Occidental Atenea Mar

Not only it’s located 150 m from Mar Bella beach, the notorious Barcelona nude beach, but many of its comfortable rooms have views of the sea.

The “Adults Only” hotel offers sauna, terrace with views, gym and a seasonal infinity pool. It’s a great option if you’re looking for romantic hotels in Barcelona. There is also a seasonal snack bar, open from June to September.

There are good seafood & Mediterranean restaurants nearby like La Marea (Passeig de Garcia Fària, 33) and L’Escola (Pg. del Taulat, 243), if you want to try the local food. You can also try the à la carte hotel’s restaurant Canela.

The nearest metro station is 800 m away, and also features direct connection to the city center.

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3. H10 Port Vell 4* Sup

The outstanding H10 Port Vell has a fantastic location in Barcelona’s Port Vell.

You’ll be equally close to Barceloneta beach (13 minute walk) and places like Santa Maria del Mar, an iconic 14th century gothic church in El Born, in the Old City of Barcelona.

The hotel ocuppies a restored historic building and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center and a a rooftop chill-out terrace.

Don’t miss a visit to the nearby 1881 per Sagardi, an upscale bar and restaurant on top of the History Museum of Catalonia with amazing views of the marina.

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4. Sofitel Barcelona Skipper

Sofitel Barcelona Skipper is one of the most luxurious beach hotels in Barcelona and one of the most renowned 5 stars hotels in the city.

It’s located right in the Olympic Port, one of the city’s prime locations, with a varied offering of shops, nightclubs and restaurants. Somorrostro beach, another high profile beach in Barcelona is located just 100 m away.

This hotel offers super cozy, modern and elegant rooms, equipped with every single amenity you can think of, from 55 flat screen TV to rain shower on every bathroom.

You’ll have a hard time leaving the hotel’s premises. It features 2 seasonal cocktail bars, a top-notch restaurant, outdoor terraces with ocean and city views, state-of-the-art gym and 2 outdoor pools.

It’s definitely one of the hotels with pools in Barcelona to check out.

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5. Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona

The Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona is located by the Barcelona Forum, one of the most modern and recent areas developed in the city.

The 25 stories highrise hotel offers incredibles views of the sea and the city, so be sure to if you’re looking for hotels in Barcelona with views you won’t be disappointed.

Hilton Diagonal Mar is known for hosting Purobeach Barcelona, an exclusive beach club featuring an an outdoor pool and paddling pool, Balinese beds and restaurant, to name a few.

If you want to do some shopping, you’ll find Diagonal Mar Shopping Center right next to it. Metro and Tram lines are also located within 500 meters.

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Best hotels in Barcelona near the beach

• Hotel SB Icaria Barcelona – From 108€
• Occidental Atenea Mar – Adults Only – From 111€
• H10 Port Vell 4* Sup – From 160€
• Sofitel Barcelona Skipper – From 332€
• Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona – From 153€