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El Born

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  • 🧡Touristic heart
  • 🍷Hip & happening
  • 🍜Good food
  • 🖼Nice museums
  • 🛍Shopping
  • 🌳Lazy in the park
  • 🏛️Architecture
  • ☕️Good coffee
  • 🥂Drinks
  • 👍First time visitors

Barcelona's Soho: hip, trendy and with a parade of fine places to eat, drink and shop.

El Born is the perfect neighbourhood if you want to discover the trendy and laid-back side of Barcelona. Dating back to the 14th century, it is located between El Gòtic and the Parc de la Ciutadella city park, not far from the beach. Here you're in the right place for atmospheric restaurants, small-scale designer boutiques and cosy terraces. In the labyrinth of medieval streets you'll find the popular Museu Picasso and the beautiful Santa María del Mar church. Catalan nationalism comes alive in the old market hall, reopened as El Born Centre Cultural. Today, locals buy their fresh produce under the billowing roof of the revamped Santa Caterina market.

Which hotel in El Born do you choose?

Don't feel like spending hours searching for the perfect hotel and still be sure you're in the right place? We have selected only the finest from the multitude of hotels and B&Bs in El Born.

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    Park Hotel Barcelona

    After a refreshing dip in the rooftop pool, stroll straight into the bustling El Born, or crawl into bed in your spacious modern room. Can't go wrong with this one!

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    Santa Marta

    You book this hotel for the location. It is clean and basic in its interior. Have breakfast at one of the breakfast bars within walking distance.

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    Oasis

    Friendly vibes in one of the city's nicest neighbourhoods. The rooms are basic, comfortable enough. From here, the city is at your feet.

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    H10 Port Vell

    Stylish hotel near the old port, with modernly decorated rooms and a lounge terrace overlooking the sea and La Barceloneta.

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    Rec Barcelona-Only Adults

    Fresh, bright modern hotel with a small pool and rooftop bar. Good beds, adults only.

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    Catalonia Born

    This hotel is in a perfect location and actually there is nothing wrong with the hotel itself. It might be a bit impersonal, but it is fully equipped.

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    Amfores Boutique Guest House

    Small and cosy guest house within walking distance of El Born's lively squares. Highly recommended!

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