Hotelopia's Barcelona best

Hotelopia, online hotel booking specialist recommends two contrasting hotels from its Barcelona portfolio giving those who book a break to the city the option for either an ultra modern or super historic stay in one of Spain’s favourite city break destinations.

With prices in Hotelopia’s Barcelona hotels starting at just £39 per night, this month’s recommendations include the three star Hotel San Agustin, one of Barcelona’s oldest hotels which first opened its doors in 1840 within the historical ruins of the 18th Century Saint Augustine Convent and can be found by logging onto Hotelopia.co.uk.

It’s position within a quiet square guarantees a peaceful stay, and is just 50 metres from the main avenue La Rambla which neighbours the Gothic Quarter, and connects the winding streets of the historic centre.

Prices start from £90 per room per night and include breakfast, based on two people sharing a twin or double room.

For those seeking a modern hotel stay, can now book into the four star Hotel Barcelona Universal, which is also located a few minutes walk from La Rambla. The hotel also features an outdoor pool and solarium which during the summer months is a welcome addition to cool off under the hot summer sun.

Prices start from £99 per room per night on a room only basis, based on two people sharing a twin or double room and as with all Hotelopia’s hotels, includes a lowest price guarantee.

Barcelona is Spain’s Cataluyan capital, and its first language is Catalan, rather than more commonly known Castellano (Spanish). But that’s not a problem as both languages are widely spoken, as is English.

And while football fans will flock to the Camp Nou stadium to soak up some of the match day action, culture vultures will be spoilt exploring Barcelona’s historic sites. From the gothic churches and grand Royal Palaces, Barcelona is probably most famous for its modernistic architectural creations such as the Sargada Familla and Casa Batllo, designed by Antoni Gaudi.

Of course, don’t forget that Barcelona is blessed with miles of beaches, which stretch along the Costa Brava coast, making it the destination perfect for a combined city and beach break.

And for visitors who just wish to soak up the atmosphere, can enjoy a ramble on La Rambla stopping off to sip a cervesa (beer) or glass of vino (wine) in the many pavement cafes, before taking the short stroll back to the perfect city centre hotels, the San Agustin or Barcelona Universal.

For further information on these and other five star to budget hotels in Barcelona or Hotelopia’s other 900 destinations, log onto Hotelopia.co.uk.