Steps from the Sants Station (hence the name). Hurry over – a welcoming committee (in the form of local food basket goodies) awaits.

Semi-secret location, tucked back in a Gothic Quarter alleyway – you’ll feel like you need a special knock to get in.

Family-run gem with light, airy rooms in the classic fishing village of Torredembarra.

Excellently located between the Diagonal and Verdaguer Metro stops at the edge of the Eixample.

Reno’d neoclassical gem from 1869 – tho they kept the mosaic tile floors, high ceilings & killer sliding doors. They were just too good to update.

Right off the famous Avenida Diagonal, just a few paces from the waters of Mar Bella beach.

Perched above a passageway once used by merchants and visitors. Stylish décor offers a nod to local textile industry roots.

Set along one of the most exclusive streets in the city, Passeig de Gracia, it speaks to international elegance.

Killer Eixample district location, steps from Paseo de Gracia, near too-many-to-try-'em-all trendy restaurants/bars/boutiques.

One of the world’s most photogenic pool bars and views. Now that’s sayin’ something. Come see for yourself.

650 metres from the beach (!). Someone counted. (Wasn’t us, but we trust the counter.)

Seasonal stay on the Maresme Coast, a 12-min jaunt from Calella train station. The medieval Castell de Santa Florentina is a quick taxi ride.

Semi-secret garden area rocks a pool and terrace. Soak up some rays or hide out under an umbrella (gossip mag optional, but sunnies essential).

Apartment-style setup just 350m from the beach (!). Giddyup.

Primo spot a 15-min jaunt from Gaudí’s famous (still unfinished, but so, so close) Sagrada Familia.

Steps from the Sants Station (hence the name). Hurry over – a welcoming committee (in the form of local food basket goodies) awaits.