The Hoxton, Poblenou  

In Poblenou on Diagonal Avenue, opposite Glòries Shopping Centre and next to Plaza de las Glòries and the Agbar Tower. About a 20-minute walk to Sagrada Família and roughly 1.5 km from the beach. The hotel sits around 3 km from Barcelona’s city centre with public transport stops right outside.

240 rooms in a range of sizes with terracotta floors, faded-floral touches, statement headboards and handcrafted artwork for a warm, local feel. Rooms come with flat-screen TVs, minibars, bathrobes and slippers, safes and desks. Bright lobby, a sunny pizza terrace and a multifunctional basement give the place a lived-in, city-chic vibe.

Rooftop pool and terrace with a poolside bar, plus an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. 24-hour reception, concierge and a tour desk make exploring easy. Onsite laundry/dry cleaning, accessible elevators and paid parking (limited spaces). Wake up to sea-breeze mornings with the beach nearby.

Conference centre of about 4,596 sq ft with seven meeting rooms and a business centre. Complimentary Wi‑Fi/high-speed internet throughout and meeting support services. Self-parking available (charges apply).

Rooftop taqueria serving poolside tacos and margaritas and a sunny Detroit-style pizza terrace and slice shop. Coffee shop/cafe, lobby and poolside bars, plus a restaurant and limited-hours room service. Buffet breakfasts are available daily (fee applies).