This Downtown Barcelona public square is a good spot to kick off your day of sightseeing. There's loads to experience nearby, like Sagrada Familia, La Rambla, and Plaça de Catalunya. Take your time at Placa Universitat before making tracks to these other fine attractions.

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Hotel El Convent de Begur

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Sep 21 - Sep 27

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New York (NYC) to Barcelona (BCN)

8.8/10 Excellent! (86 reviews)

The property is a lovely converted convent blending old and new; the location is midway between old town (uphill) and the beach (downhill), so plan on getting a good number of steps in, since parking is challenging in both locations. The gym is less than I would like by US hotel standards, but adequate. The breakfast offerings are modest but again adequate. Power options in the room are European standard; there are no USB or USB-C ports in the walls, so bring your converters.

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2024

Hotel Tembo Barcelona

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Sep 26 - Oct 1

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New York (JFK) to Barcelona (BCN)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (57 reviews)

The menu at rooftop restaurant is quite limited. The area surrounding the hotel is quite safe. We don’t have hot water on the 3nd night. Can’t be bother to notify the maa as management.

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

El Palauet Royal Suites

Gràcia

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Sep 22 - Sep 27

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Boston (BOS) to Barcelona (BCN)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)

Rooms was very spacious and staff was outstanding.

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2025

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