Palau Sant Jordi: Architecture and Leisure go Hand in Hand

September 11, 2020 Blog, Monuments, Tourist Attractions No Comments

There’s an omnipresent space on the events calendar in Barcelona. We’re talking about Palau Sant Jordi, a multi-disciplinary center that has hosted all kinds of sports events, concerts, and spectacles over the past three decades. But, apart from its obvious useful qualities, the Palau Sant Jordi is a building of great architectural beauty that it’s worth the time to get to know. Below, we’ll tell you a little more about its history and a few key facts. The Palau Sant Jordi is located 30 min away by walk from our boutique hotel near Montjuic.

5 Reasons to Visit Barcelona’s Olympic and Sports Museum

March 20, 2020 Blog, Museums, Tourist Attractions No Comments

Barcelona is a destination that offers multiple appealing options for sport enthusiasts. A visit to the Catalan capital wouldn’t be complete without seeing the Palau Sant Jordi, the Camp Nou, or the Olympic Stadium, but don’t forget the Olympic and Sports Museum. This museum is a space that pays homage to sports in all forms: from those that are purely for recreation and entertainment to the most competitive. If you choose to stay at our hotel in Poble Sec, you can get to the museum via an easy walk through the neighborhood.

Museo Nacional de Arte de Cataluña: A must-see in Barcelona

February 21, 2020 Blog, Museums, Tourist Attractions No Comments

At the top of the iconic Fuentes del Montjuïc fountains, you can find one of the most significant museums in not just Barcelona, but in all of Spain. The Museo Nacional de Arte de Cataluña (National Museum of Catalan Art, or MNAC) starts surprising you even from the outside, as it is housed in the impressive Palacio Nacional de Montjuïc. But wait until you see inside. From our boutique hotel on Parallel, this museum is just a pleasant walk away. We’re waiting for you!

Catalan Museum of Archeology: An Indispensable part of your Visit to Barcelona

October 23, 2019 Blog, Museums, Tourist Attractions No Comments

The Catalan Museum of Archeology (MAC according to its Spanish acronym) may not be the most visited museum in Barcelona. However, it is an indispensable place to visit to learn about how Catalan civilization has developed from the very beginning. It houses the most important archaeological collection in the region. And that’s not to mention the proximity to our boutique hotel in Montjuic. It’s a visit you shouldn’t neglect if you find yourself in Barcelona for a few days. Do you need to hear more?

Roberta’s Favourite Places in Barcelona

September 25, 2019 Blog, Eating Out, Tourist Attractions No Comments

This month, our collaborator at our guesthouse on Parallel, Roberta is sharing her favorite places in the city.

Barcelona is the perfect getaway in Europe: it is an amazing city full of people and events. There are different attractions and there is always something for everyone!

You can choose this city if you need two-day break from your work, if you want to go with your friend to have parties, if you’re travelling on your own or if you are on a business trip. It is the perfect place where you can lose yourself walking through the Old Quarters, while admiring the beautiful architecture.

The Joan Miró Foundation: the World-Renowned Museum Showcasing the Catalan Painter’s Work

September 5, 2019 Blog, Museums, Tourist Attractions No Comments

Barcelona has always been a cradle for well-known artists. One of the best-known is painter Joan Miró, who was born in the capital city in 1893. He is considered done of the major proponents of surrealism. His personal seal is clear in his paintings, leaving no doubt about the artist’s identity when you are looking at one of his works. Art enthusiasts and anyone interested in the artistic and cultural aspect of Barcelona should be sure to visit this world-class museum: The Joan Miró Foundation. Lucky for you, our boutique hotel on Parallel is only 20 min walk away!
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August means Fiestas de Sants-Montjuïc

August 16, 2019 Blog, Events, Local Celebrations No Comments

August is here, when many Barcelonans take their long-awaited vacations. But it is also the month when certain Barcelona neighborhoods celebrate their largest festivals. This is the case for the Fiestas de Sants-Montjuïc, an event which echoes through the entire city and attracts more visitors every year. It is not to be missed in 2019! If you’re visiting the capital city this month, there’s no better finishing touch for your holiday! We’ll be expecting you at our boutique hotel in Montjuic.
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Grec Festival de Barcelona: 5 Reasons the 43rd Edition is not to be Missed

July 16, 2019 Blog, Events, Festivals No Comments

2019 will mark the 43rd Grec Festival de Barcelona. Every summer this event, which brings together theater, music, dance, and the circus, once again dominates the calendars of both locals and visitors. The foremost cultural event for the capital city is coming once again to bring a breath of fresh air with its original offerings in the theater arts. Where? Largely at the Teatre Grec in Montjuïc, although there are several other participating venues. Did you know that the Teatre Grec is only a few steps away from our design hotel in Montjuic? We are your go-to lodging in Barcelona!

Barcelona’s Teatre Grec: an unexpected open-air theater on a mountain in Montjuïc

June 20, 2019 Blog, Events, Festivals, Monuments, Tourist Attractions 1 Comment

The best thing about Barcelona is that it is full of unexpected treasures. You can find these lesser-known corners just by keeping your eyes open, but they are nevertheless surprising. This is the case for the Teatre Grec, located on the top of Mount Montjuïc. This theater is a true discovery, especially on summer nights when you can see the various shows in the open air. Still haven’t been there? When you stay at our boutique hotel close to Montjuic you will have this and many other prime Barcelona locations within reach.

The Magic Fountain of Montjuïc (Font Màgica de Montjuïc): an unmissable spectacle of water and light

June 11, 2019 Blog, Monuments, Tourist Attractions No Comments

Now that summer is just around the corner, it seems that people are more inclined to be out and about on the streets. This is even more likely when we’re talking about a dynamic city like Barcelona that’s always buzzing. The Ciudad Condal, another name by which Barcelona is known in Spanish, offers an unlimited number of outdoor venues to enjoy once the good weather arrives. The Font Màgica de Montjuïc is one of those unmissable spots from which to enjoy a unique spectacle. If you are staying at our boutique hotel on Parallel, you will be just a stone’s throw away from this magical “must see.”

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