Part of our Spain guide.
For luxury, book one of Airbnb's most lavish villas; for a city break with landmark views, stay at the Cathedral Hotel in Barcelona. These two options cover very different ends of the Spanish accommodation spectrum.
Related travel guides: Events And Seasons In Spain, Barcelona Travel Guide, and Where To Eat In Spain.
Airbnb Spain: The 8 Most Luxurious Villas
Airbnb in Spain offers villas from the sun-soaked shores of Marbella to the lively streets of Barcelona. For travelers seeking travel inspiration in Spain, these eight properties represent the pinnacle of private rental luxury, each with its own pool, premium location, and high-end amenities.
Our Stay At Cathederal Hotel, Barcelona
Cathedral Hotel sits in the heart of the city, directly facing the Barcelona Cathedral. We were greeted with warm hospitality and a stunning view of the iconic landmark. Barcelona is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Spain, and this hotel places you steps from the Gothic Quarter, the Las Ramblas promenade, and the city's best tapas bars. The rooms are compact but well-appointed, and the rooftop terrace offers a quiet escape from the bustle below. For anyone wondering is Spain a popular tourist destination, a stay here makes the answer obvious: the hotel was fully booked throughout our visit, and the surrounding streets were alive with visitors year-round.
If you have a short stopover, the hotel is a 25-minute metro ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, making it a practical base for a quick city immersion. For more specific advice on things to do in Spain from this location, the front desk can arrange guided tours of the cathedral and the nearby Palau de la Música Catalana. Breakfast is included in the room rate, and the buffet includes fresh pastries, cured meats, and Catalan cheeses.
Both properties are covered in our wider Spain guide, linked above. Whether you choose a sprawling Marbella villa with a private chef or a boutique hotel room overlooking a medieval cathedral, these stays represent the best of what the country offers for accommodation.
