Diagonal Mar i el Front Maritim del Poblenou Travel Guide

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Diagonal Mar i el Front Maritim del Poblenou
Diagonal Mar i el Front Maritim del Poblenou
Diagonal Mar i el Front Maritim del Poblenou
Diagonal Mar i el Front Maritim del Poblenou
Diagonal Mar i el Front Maritim del Poblenou

Discover one of Barcelona’s up-and-coming neighborhoods, a rejuvenated area by the sea with an urban park, a big mall and swimming beaches.

After seeing all the main sights in Barcelona, head to Diagonal Mar i El Front Marítim del Poblenou, a rebranded neighborhood in Barcelona’s Sant Martí district. In the past decade or so, this urbanized seafront hub has become a desirable area to live and play in.

Diagonal Mar i el Front Marítim del Poblenou is bordered by the Besòs River, the seafront and Sant Adrià de Besòs. Most of the rejuvenation was completed by 2004, just in time for the Cultural Forum that was held here. The area used to be the notorious slum of La Mina.

“Diagonal Mar” refers to the district at the seaside end of Barcelona’s Avinguda Diagonal. “El Poblenou” refers to a loosely defined new development area of Barcelona. The residential area of “el Front Marítim del Poblenou” is, like its name suggests, the part of Poblenou that borders on the main coastal road out of Barcelona, the Ronda del Litoral.

Cross this road and make your way through the coastal parklands to sink your toes into the sandy beaches of Platja de la Mar Bella and Nova Mar Bella. Splash around in the cool waters and walk along the seafront. Nova Mar Bella is one of the city’s less busy beaches even in summer, while part of Platja de la Mar Bella is a nudist beach with a popular gay club.

Explore Parc de Diagonal Mar, one of Barcelona's largest parks, designed by Enric Miralles. Relax by the lake and mingle with the locals on the tree-lined plaza.

To escape the heat of the day, head into the Centro Comercial de Diagonal Mar, one of the biggest shopping malls in Catalonia. Opened in 2001, it is a modern mall selling all the latest in fashion, technology and home decor.

While a little out of the way from Barcelona’s main tourist sites, Diagonal Mar i El Front Marítim del Poblenou can be reached by metro, buses and trams from the heart of Barcelona. The district is close to Parc del Fòrum and Barcelona's international conference centre (CCIB), on the Maresme side of the Centro Comercial, which means there is no shortage of hotels.


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Top hotels in Diagonal Mar i el Front Maritim del Poblenou

Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona

Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona

4 out of 5
Passeig Taulat 262-264, Barcelona
The price is ₹15,071 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹15,071
₹17,832 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing!"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona
Occidental Atenea Mar- Adults Only

Occidental Atenea Mar- Adults Only

4 out of 5
Pg. García Faria, 37-47, Barcelona
The price is ₹13,093 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹13,093
₹15,657 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"I had a marvelous experience at Occidental Mar, staff super helpful and spoke English (very appreciative)."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Occidental Atenea Mar- Adults Only
Barcelona Airport Hotel

Barcelona Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
Plaza de la Volateria, 3, Poligono Mas Blau, El Prat de Llobregat
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in El Prat de Llobregat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,026 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff, great restaurant for dinner!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Barcelona Airport Hotel
Grand Hyatt Barcelona

Grand Hyatt Barcelona

5 out of 5
Plaza de Pio XII, 4, Barcelona
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹15,912 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
₹15,912
₹19,153 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,200 reviews)
"The staff are excellent!"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Grand Hyatt Barcelona
INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo

INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo

4 out of 5
Avinguda del Paral.lel, 57-59, Barcelona, Barcelona
The price is ₹13,760 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
₹13,760
₹16,385 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,195 reviews)
"Convenient location, food from the restaurant was only mediocre"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo
Hyatt Regency Barcelona Tower

Hyatt Regency Barcelona Tower

5 out of 5
Gran Via 144, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat
The price is ₹13,093 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹13,093
₹15,062 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Only a quick lay over between travel plans but great value and the staff couldn't do enough. Would recommend."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Hyatt Regency Barcelona Tower
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Diagonal Mar i el Front Maritim del Poblenou Travel Guide