Magic Fountain Montjuic

August 12, 2022 Blog, Monuments, Tourist Attractions No Comments

A great event and an unmissable spot in the city of Barcelona is the Montjuic Magic Fountain, or in Catalan, Font Màgica de Montjuic, that offers spectacular shows of water and light. Now that summer is here, the streets are overflowing with people. In a buzzing city such as Barcelona, many summer events and an unlimited amount of outdoor venues are offered to entertain the crowd. When you are staying at our boutique hotel, you will be at a stone-throwing distance from this must-see event.

Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Pavilion

July 21, 2022 Blog, Monuments, Museums No Comments

Barcelona is a beautiful city full of wonders and hidden gems, many of them you can find in Montjuic area, where at its foot you can find our beautiful boutique hotel. For fans of architecture, it is a great place to spot beautifully designed buildings and great ornaments in the places you least expect them. Architecture fans definitely have to visit one extra site in the city: the Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Pavilion. Read More

Montjuic Castle

April 24, 2022 Blog, Monuments, Museums, Tourist Attractions No Comments

The Montjuic Castle, or Castell de Montjuïc as it is said in Catalan, is an important figure in the Catalan history. It lies on top of Montjuic hill, a mountain that offers a great variety of sights and activities to do in Montjuic. Around and on the mountain, you can find as well restaurants, bars, beautiful gardens, informative museums, and different accommodation options like the beautiful Casa Vaganto boutique hotel. If you are curious about the great castle, then keep reading and be allured. Read More

What to do in Montjuic

February 24, 2022 Blog, Monuments, Museums, Parks, Tourist Attractions No Comments

Being the birthplace of the city Barcelona, Montjuic Mountain is one of the most important places in the city that offer a great diversity of activities you can do, being delighted with the breathtaking panoramic views of the city. At our beautiful boutique hotel, we’re very lucky to be located at its foot in Parallel–Poble Sec, with direct access to the teleferic or a short stroll to the main sites this mountain offers.

Activities in Parallel

January 18, 2022 Blog, Monuments, Museums, Tourist Attractions No Comments

The Avinguda Parallel, also called the little Broadway Avenue and Avenue of the Theatres, as you can find many theatres and some clubs where to attend a play, a concert or party all night long, is one of the main arteries of the city. Officially opened in 1894, it is a big multicultural avenue where you find great entertainment, cultural and gastronomical offers for its citizens and Barcelona’s visitors. And the best part is that you won’t have to walk very far from our beautiful boutique hotel since we’re conveniently located in its avenue’s heart.

The modernist Casa Batlló

October 22, 2021 Blog, Monuments, Museums, Tourist Attractions No Comments

Barcelona is full of historical monuments and buildings. One of such buildings is Casa Batlló, a building located at Passeig de Gràcia, the center of Barcelona. Not only will you be able to find a great hotel in Barcelona center, but you have this elegantly built structure reflecting the history of the city.

El Gato De Botero

February 12, 2021 Blog, Monuments, Tourist Attractions No Comments

El Gato de Botero or Botero’s cat is one of the tourists’ favorite locations to visit when they are in Barcelona, Spain. The metal cat sculpture is so popular and iconic that everyone who visits Barcelona should visit the beautiful piece of art. The Botero’s cat sculpture has somewhat become a symbol of Barcelona.

Visit Plaça Catalunya

January 29, 2021 Blog, Monuments, Tourist Attractions No Comments

Our hotel close to Ciutat Vella is the perfect place to have a chance to explore Plaça Catalunya. This famous plaza is in the heart of the city and is located close to some of Barcelona’s top attractions. It is one of the largest squares in Barcelona and sees thousands of visitors and locals alike on a daily basis. The main idea for this square was to combine the historic Gothic Quarter and the more modern Eixample district.

Basílica de Santa María del Pi: The hidden treasure of Barcelona’s Barrio Gótico

November 6, 2020 Blog, Monuments, Tourist Attractions No Comments

In the middle of the Barrio Gótico, you’ll find one of the most beautiful churches in Barcelona, and one that is not as well known: the Basílica de Santa María del Pi. It includes several spaces that are worth a trip, including the bell tower, the garden, and the crypt. During your stay with us at our boutique hotel near Ciutat Vella, you’ll have the chance to visit this and many other attractions in the capital city.

Gran Teatre del Liceu: a Symbol of Culture in Barcelona

October 23, 2020 Blog, Monuments, Tourist Attractions No Comments

Talking about the Gran Teatre del Liceu means talking about culture, opera, and grandeur. Opened in 1847, it is the oldest theater in the city. However, it continues to shine just as brightly as the first day. Neither fires nor the conflicts that besieged the city during the convulsive nineteenth century could dull its splendor. Discover the secrets of this building, located close by la Rambla. During your stay at our boutique hotel Barcelona centre, you’ll have the chance to visit this and other jewels of the city.

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