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Gay Barcelona · Mid-Range + Budget Hotels
Barcelona, gay capital of Spain, attracts hundreds of thousands of gay visitors each year, drawn by a fabulous gay scene, historical sights and 5km of beach.
Gay Mid-Range + Budget Hotels in Barcelona by area
Eixample
The streets north of Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes (from Urgell metro station to Universitat metro station) are home to much of Barcelona's gay scene. Hotels near this area are popular as they are close to the gay nightlife and it's just a short walk to the historic city centre.
Axel Hotel Barcelona
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Aribau 33 in Gayxample, Barcelona
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Why this hotel? Gay hotel. Spa & rooftop pool. Great location. Popular choice.
Axel Hotels is a hotel chain focusing on the LGBTIQ+ community. But first and foremost, they have created a free and tolerant society, where diversity and respect are valued, and everyone is equally welcome without prejudice to their gender identity and expression. Axel do not want to define Axel Hotels as gay-friendly, so they introduce a new term: hetero-friendly.
Axel Hotel Barcelona is located in Gayxample, the heart of the gay scene in Barcelona. The 101 rooms combine the touch of decoration from Modernista with the warmth and elegance of the Mediterranean. Spaces at Axel Hotel Barcelona will become the urban meeting point of the hetero friendly and trendy audience in the city.
The main design concept, the present and the future, is exposed from the beautiful façade to the small decoration details in the interior design. History and design is integrated through materials from the identical Modernista style of Barcelona and contemporary European design.
Let your senses to be wooed at there Sky Bars, at the roof top terrace bar with great views on Eixample area or an interior space at the seventh floor plus terrace. Sky Bar is another chic place to feel the cool grooves and enjoy the nightlife in Barcelona under the stars on summer nights.
After a hectic day or a stressful week, give yourself a pleasurable treat with an urban spa experience at our wellness and fitness space.
Visit the hotels website for further details, check out also the hotels Youtube channel for a further look into the brand and property.
TWO Hotel Barcelona by Axel
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Calabria 90-92,, Barcelona
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Why this hotel? Gay hotel. Rooftop pool and sun terrace. Large rooms.
Axel Hotels is a hotel chain focusing on the LGBTIQ+ community. But first and foremost, they have created a free and tolerant society, where diversity and respect are valued, and everyone is equally welcome without prejudice to their gender identity and expression.
TWO Hotel Barcelona by Axel is a quaint hetero-friendly hotel which offers a wonderful and exquisite experience.
The TWO Hotel Barcelona, located in the Gayxample Barcelona with its parking in the same building, has 87 beautiful rooms with the highest level of service and equipment, reflecting a comfortable and distinguished atmosphere. The hotel rooms have been specially designed, equipped and decorated to create a modern and elegant environment with maximum comfort.
TWO Hotel Barcelona by Axel has a rooftop where Sky Bar and Wellness Club by Axel is located with a pool, gym, sauna and jacuzzi where you can enjoy the views, cocktails, snacks and the unique Axel Hotels ambience and its hetero-friendly philosophy.
Acevi Villarroel
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Carrer de Villarroel 106, Eixample, Barcelona
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Why this hotel? In the gay district. Great pool. Popular hotel.
We like the hotel's rooftop pool. All the air-conditioned, contemporary-styled rooms feature flat screen satellite TV and free WiFi.
A consistently popular choice for gay travelers. Acevi Villarroel was the host hotel for the BEARcelona XII Festival.
Olivia Balmes Hotel
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Carrer de Balmes, 117,, Barcelona
Show on mapWhy this hotel? Walk to gay bars. Very modern rooms. Great rooftop pool.
Modern guest rooms are completely soundproof and very comfortable, each featuring free WiFi, flat screen satellite TV and laptop-sized safe.
Olivia Balmes has a fabulous rooftop swimming pool, with sun terrace and chill-out area where you can relax with a cocktail or two before heading out to the nearby gay nightlife in Eixample.
Hotel Cram
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Carrer d'Aribau 54, Eixample, Barcelona
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Why this hotel? Near the gay nightlife. Stylish design. Value for money.
We like Cram's rooftop bar and pool. Don't miss the delicious appetisers, tapas and 'informal cuisine' served on the 7th floor Ànemos restaurant & bar that has great panoramic city view.
Uma Suites Luxury Midtown
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Calle Valencia, 194,, Barcelona
Show on mapWhy this hotel? Apartment style. Stylish rooms. Close to the gay scene.
The hotel offers huge (70 m²) stylish apartments with 1 or w bedrooms, living area, terrace, full kitchen (fridge, microwave, coffee machine, washer), LCD satellite TV, free WiFi.
Housekeeping cleans the apartment every day (including the kitchen), and the 24-hour snack corner in the lobby offers free Nespresso coffee, juice and pastries.
TOC Barcelona
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C/ Gran Vfa de les Corts Catalanes 580 ; Eixample,, Barcelona
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Why this hotel? New budget hotel Popular choice. Great value.
Both private and shared rooms are available. Some rooms have a flat screen TV and en suite bathroom. All rooms have air conditioning, free WiFi.
The hostel has an onsite restaurant & bar, an outdoor pool with terrace, a shared common area with TV and pool table. Tourist information and ticketing service are offered.
Hotel SOHO
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Gran Vía 543-545, Eixample, Barcelona
Show on mapWhy this hotel? Popular choice. Rooftop terrace. Near the gay district.
Guest rooms are compact (like most hotels in Barcelona) but feature comfortable beds, air conditioning, LCD TV and free WiFi. There is a fabulous rooftop swimming pool and sun terrace.
SOHO offers a pretty good breakfast buffet that includes fresh fruit and juices, pastries, breads, eggs, sausages, etc. A great value-for-money option. Staff are helpful and friendly.
H10 Casanova
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Gran Vía de les Corts Catalanes, 559,, Barcelona
Show on mapWhy this hotel? Close to the gay scene. Rooftop bar & terrace. Great value.
H10 Casanova is housed in a beautifully refurbished 18th century building, just a short walk from Plaza de Catalunya.
Many of Barcelona's best gay bars are just a couple of minutes' walk away, as is the Urgell metro station.
Facilities include a rooftop bar, sun terrace, plunge pool. All comfortable, air-conditioned rooms feature LCD TV, minibar, safe, free WiFi. H10 has its own gym and sauna, but the nearby gay Sauna Casanova is probably more tempting.
Room Mate Emma
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Carrer del Rosselló 205, Eixample, Barcelona
Show on mapWhy this hotel? Walk to gay bars & clubs. Modern design. Excellent value.
Each modern, comfortable guest room features a flat screen satellite TV, free WiFi, minibar and safe. Interior rooms don't have any windows. If you spend a bit more, then a suite offers more space and a private terrace. Breakfast is served until noon.
Location-wise, Room Mate Emma is a 10-minute walk of the gay venues in Eixample and the city centre. A good value-for-money option.
Hotel Market
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Carrer del Comte Borrell 68, Barcelona
Show on mapWhy this hotel? Excellent location. Stylish rooms. Walk to gay bars in Eixample.
Guest rooms are stylishly furnished, with private bathrooms, rain showers, large windows, free WiFi. Some rooms have their own balcony. Nice bar & restaurant onsite.
An airport shuttle bus stop is just 2 minutes' walk away. Very good value for money.
Bcn Urbaness Hotels Del Comte
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Diputacio 142-148,, Barcelona
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Why this hotel? In the gay district. Near the metro. Great value.
Each air-conditioned guest room features flat screen satellite TV, free WiFi, a work desk and en suite bathroom. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk and the staff are helpful.
The nearby bus stop provides easy connections to the airport. Barcelona’s famous square, Plaza Catalunya, can be reached in 10 minutes.
Plaza de Catalunya & La Rambla
To the south is La Rambla street which connects the Plaza with Port Vell and the beach. The area is filled with boutique shops and cafés. The Eixample gay village is a short walk from these hotels.
H10 Metropolitan
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Rambla de Catalunya 7-9, Barcelona
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Why this hotel? Rooftop pool. Great location. Gay-popular.
Each modern guest room has free WiFi, flat screen satellite TV, air conditioning, minibar, Nespresso machine and 24-hour room service. Upgraded rooms include a balcony and private hot tub.
The hotel has a rooftop terrace with a chill-out pool and bar. Common areas are spacious and beautifully decorated. Staff are helpful and polite. Excellent breakfast buffet.
Olivia Plaza Hotel
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Plaza de Catalunya 19, Barcelona
Show on mapWhy this hotel? Close to Eixample gay scene. Free access to Holmes Place gym. Great value.
The rooms feature free WiFi and views of the Plaza. The restaurant serves daily breakfast cafe. Guests have free access to the gym & pool facilities at Holmes Place, located 500 metres away.
The nearby metro makes it easy to get to/from the Mar Bella gay beach. The airport bus stop is very near the hotel.
Hotel Sansi Barcelona
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Diputacio 234,, Barcelona
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Why this hotel? Perfect location. Walk to La Rambla & gay bars.
All non-smoking rooms feature modern furniture, air conditioning, flat screen TV, seating area, free WiFi.
The Eixample gay nightlife can be reached in 10 minutes. The nearby Passeig de Gracia metro station provides easy access to other parts of Barcelona.
Generator Hostel Barcelona
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Carrer de Còrsega 377, Barcelona
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Why this hotel? Great value. Easy access to gay scene. Popular choice.
The New CHAPS gay cruise club and Sauna Barcelona are also nearby.
Both shared private rooms are available, with air conditioning, free WiFi. Generator has its own bar & restaurant, communal lounge with PC's and 24-hour reception. Breakfast is available (extra charge).
Hotel Jazz
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Carrer de Pelai 3, El Raval, Barcelona
Show on mapWhy this hotel? Popular with gay guests. Great location and value for money.
All modern rooms and suites feature excellent features including LCD satellite TV, laptop-sized safe, free WiFi, minibar. The rooftop swimming pool with sun terrace and bar offer excellent city views.
Room Mate Pau
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Carrer De Fontanella, 7,, Barcelona
Show on mapWhy this hotel? Convenient location. Walk to Eixample gay village.
Room Mate Pau offers chic, modern rooms, from a small 18 m² to a stunning 40 m² suite. Each room has a private terrace, jacuzzi, free WiFi, iPod dock, LCD TV and minibar. Breakfast served until noon.
Urquinaona metro station is 150 metres away - two stops from Barceloneta and its beach.
Lugaris Sea The Home Concept - Apartments
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Carrer de Vidal i de Valenciano, 14 ;,, Barcelona
Show on mapWhy this hotel? Very close to gay beach. Spacious, well-equipped apartments.
The famous El Poblenou walking street is also just moments away, with its huge choice of really good cafés and restaurants (much better value than in the city centre). There is a bus stop nearby for getting into the city centre, or you can walk for 10 minutes to the metro.
The hotel has just 20 large, modern air-conditioned apartments, each with kitchenette, washer & dryer, WiFi, Nespresso coffee maker. Some have great sea views.
H10 Art Gallery Hotel
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Carrer d'Enric Granados 62-64, Barcelona
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Why this hotel? Rooftop pool & gym. Stylish hotel. Gay-popular.
This designer hotel features a rooftop pool and a gym, and showcases modern artworks. Stylish guest rooms feature a comfortable beds, flat screen TV, free WiFi, iPod dock, Nespresso machine, minibar and laptop-sized safe. Some rooms have a balcony.
The H10 has a restaurant, café bar, computer stations, and a 24-hour front desk that can provide tourist information. One of the most-booked Barcelona hotels for 2018.
Hotel Curious
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Carrer del Carme 25, El Raval, Barcelona
Show on mapWhy this hotel? Budget choice. Close to La Rambla. Walk to gay bars.
The hotel offers modern, stylishly decorated rooms with en suite bathrooms, air conditioning, satellite LCD TV's and free WiFi. Friendly service, good breakfast and very affordable.
Mar Bella Beach
From Mar Bella, it takes 3-6 metro stops (L4) to Barcelona city centre and about 20-30 minutes to the Eixample gay village. If you stay out very late, you will need to take a taxi back.
Hotels in this area are also close to the excellent El Poblenou walking street which is full of very good cafés and restaurants - generally a much better value that in the centre.
Pullman Barcelona Skipper
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Av. del Litoral 10, Barcelona
Show on mapWhy this hotel? Walk to La Rambla. Excellent pool. Close to Mar Bella gay beach.
Large, modern guest rooms have excellent sea view. Superior and Deluxe rooms have a private terrace. All rooms have an LCD satellite TV, CD/DVD player and free WiFi.
The hotel is about a 15-minute walk to La Rambla, but you might want to take the metro (or a taxi) to the Eixample gay district. The gay-popular Nova Icàri Beach is just a few minutes' walk away.
Occidental Atenea Mar
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Paseo Garcia Faria 37-47, Barcelona
Show on mapWhy this hotel? Walk to Mar Bella gay beach. Excellent value for money.
This modern, stylish hotel features comfortable, air-conditioned rooms, some with great sea views. The hotel has a gym, sauna and hot tub and provides free WiFi access in public areas.
There is a regular bus service from the bus stop just outside the hotel to central Barcelona, and the Poble Nou metro station is a 10-minute walk away.
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