El Carmel Travel Guide
Barcelona
Popular places to visit
Sagrada Familia
Buildings don’t come more iconic than this extraordinary basilica which has become the symbol of Barcelona worldwide.
La Rambla
Take a leisurely promenade along Las Ramblas to experience Barcelona life in all its colourful intensity.
Plaça de Catalunya
This popular Barcelona meeting point connects the old city with the new and is famous for its shopping, monuments and festival celebrations.
Port de Barcelona
Explore the waterfront in Barcelona with a trip to Port de Barcelona. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Barcelona Cathedral
This beautiful building in the heart of the Gothic Quarter dates back to the 13th century.
Camp Nou
Catch an event at Camp Nou during your trip to Barcelona. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Top hotels in El Carmel
Barcelona Airport Hotel
The hotel was very quiet and clean. Due to online check in, I was able to go to my room quickly. The shuttle bus to the airport ran on time. For anyone flying out, this hotel has everything necessary.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Arc la Rambla
Clean room very attentive staff and reception desk and close to major tourist sites.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
Clean room, excellent gym facilities, good breakfast
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hesperia Barri Gòtic
The staff was amazing
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
H10 Madison
Really enjoyed this hotel. Staff were friendly and there seems to be an always available champagne happy hour in the lobby. My favorite part of this hotel was the room temperature. As someone who finds most hotels to be hot, we were able to see the thermostat and use the ceiling fan to keep it just ...
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo
Wonderful & unique
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Carmel
Gràcia
Architecture, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Gràcia. Make a stop by Gaudi Experiencia or Gaudi House Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Joanic Station or Fontana Station to get around town.
La Sagrada Familia
La Sagrada Familia is a destination travellers like for its churches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Sagrada Familia Station or Sant Pau Dos de Maig to explore sights like Sagrada Familia.
Sant Gervasi
Travellers choose Sant Gervasi for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Muntaner Station or Sant Gervasi Station and check out top sights like Francesc Macia Plaza.
Eixample
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eixample. Check out top attractions like Sagrada Familia and La Rambla, and jump on the metro at Diagonal Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.
Dreta de l'Eixample
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Dreta de l'Eixample. Check out top attractions like La Rambla and Plaça de Catalunya, and jump on the metro at Girona Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.
L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample
Visitors to L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Avinguda Diagonal and Mercat del Ninot. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Provenca Station.
