Visiting Barcelona and want to stay near the iconic Sagrada Familia? Great idea! There are some fabulous hotels close to the Sagrada Familia where you can spend the night in comfort and enjoy beautiful views of the basilica from your hotel room or rooftop terrace, or be just a block or two away. In this article, I’ve selected the very best hotels near La Sagrada Familia for you to choose from.
While this article is primarily about the best hotels near La Sagrada Familia, there are various other accommodation options to suit all budgets and styles, so I’m also including a couple of apartments and hostels near La Sagrada Familia as well.
Know Before You Go to Barcelona
Before travelling to Barcelona, make sure you book your Sagrada Familia tickets or tours and your accommodation ASAP as hotels and tickets can sell out.
⭐ TOP 3 SAGRADA FAMILIA TICKETS & TOURS:
1: Sagrada Familia Skip the Line Ticket – Entry ticket & audio-guide at chosen time
2: Sagrada Familia Tour & Optional Tower Visit – Morning tour option with a guide
3. Sagrada Familia Evening Tour with Cava – Evening visit with rooftop views
🛌 BEST BARCELONA HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF SAGRADA FAMILIA:
$$: Sercotel Hotel Rosellon – Incredible view of the Sagrada Familia from some rooms and the terrace
$$:The Radisson Blu 1882 Hotel, Barcelona Sagrada Familia – Views of Sagrada Familia from the terrace
$$: Sensation Sagrada Familia – Some apartments have views of Sagrada Familia as does the terrace
❗BEWARE OF PICKPOCKETS❗
Although Barcelona is a safe city, pickpockets are a problem here, particularly in popular tourist areas and on the metro. Use a theft-proof backpack and consider getting some hidden-pocket clothing to keep your belongings safe.
The Best Hotels Near La Sagrada Familia
When you’re searching for Sagrada Familia hotels, make sure you check the location. Some hotels will say they’re close to the Sagrada Familia when really anything over 15 minutes’ walk really isn’t that close!
Think about why you want to be close to the Sagrada Familia – do you want a view of this incredible building from your bedroom window? Or perhaps from a rooftop terrace? Or maybe you just want the convenience of a place to stay near Sagrada Familia so you can visit early in the morning.
I’ve picked out the best hotels with a view of Sagrada Familia either from the bedrooms or a terrace, as well as convenient hotels close to the Sagrada Familia that might not have a view but are still in a great location.
Our Pick for the Best Hotel Near La Sagrada Familia:
Sercotel Hotel Rossellón (Formerly the Ayre Hotel Rossellón)
Sercotel Hotel Rossellon is one of the best hotels with a view of La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, with up-close views of the cathedral from some of the bedrooms and from the roof terrace. The hotel used to be called the Ayre Hotel Rossellón but has now been rebranded, and it is a short 4-minute walk from the hotel to the basilica.
If you want to see La Sagrada Familia from your room, make sure you book a superior room with a “Landmark View”. I treated myself to one of these rooms, and the view really is incredible! These superior rooms are a decent size and well-furnished. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, air-con, a mini bar fridge and wifi.
There is also a rooftop terrace with a bar and panoramic views of Barcelona, including the Sagrada Familia, where you can enjoy a drink and some tapas or just gaze at the cathedral.
There is no longer a swimming pool up there, but it is a lovely spot for a drink. Unfortunately, access to the terrace is not suitable for wheelchair users.
The hotel also has an onsite restaurant serving a buffet breakfast and evening meals, as well as the tapas menu served on the terrace. >>>CHECK PRICES AND AVAILABILITY
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The Radisson Blu 1882 Hotel, Barcelona Sagrada Familia
The Radisson Blu 1882 Hotel, Barcelona Sagrada Familia is a 4* hotel 400 meters from the Sagrada Familia, and has a rooftop terrace with great views of the cathedral.
The spacious bedrooms don’t have views of the basilica but they are furnished comfortably and equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, air-con, heating and free wifi. Some have a city view, while others have a courtyard view. Family rooms are available with a sofa bed in the room.
A continental breakfast is offered every morning and you can rent bicycles for free from the 24 hour reception desk. >>>CHECK PRICES AND AVAILABILITY
The Boutique Hostemplo Sagrada Familia
The Boutique Hostemplo Sagrada Familia in Barcelona is a stylish and modern hotel located on a pedestrian street just 100m from the Sagrada Familia. The hotel offers spacious and comfortable rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi, and some have a balcony.
Junior Suites on the upper level have a view of the Sagrada Familia from the balcony, as well as a sofa bed in the room, whereas some superior rooms have a private terrace with a seating area. A continental buffet breakfast is served daily in the café. >>>CHECK PRICES AND AVAILABILITY
Ibis Barcelona Centro (Sagrada Familia)
Ibis Barcelona Centro (Sagrada Familia) is a 2* hotel close to Sagrada Familia, just two blocks away from the basilica. It offers basic but comfortable accommodation at decent prices for Barcelona, with amenities such as a bar, private parking, and a shared lounge.
Some bedrooms have a view of the Sagrada Familia towers, and all have air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, an ensuite bathroom with shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe.
The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, free WiFi and you can pay extra for the buffet breakfast which is available every day. >>>CHECK PRICES AND AVAILABILITY
Hotel Sagrada Familia
Located just two blocks from the iconic Sagrada Familia, the Hotel Sagrada Familia offers a prime location and views of Gaudí’s renowned temple from its rooftop terrace. It is a block behind the Sercotel Hotel Rossellon so the view from the terrace is similar but not quite as good.
The bedrooms don’t have views of the Sagrada Familia but have modern furnishings, air-conditioning, satellite TV, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Each room is also equipped with a minibar, and an ensuite bathroom. Single, double, twin and triple rooms are available at Hotel Sagrada Familia, as well as some accessible rooms.
Eurostars Monumental Hotel Barcelona
Hotel Monumental is a 400m from La Sagrada Familia (across the busy Diagonal Avenue) but it is still a great choice. Unfortunately, there isn’t a rooftop terrace at the hotel, so if you want to see La Sagrada Familia book a Superior Room, some of which have a private terrace to make the most of that beautiful view.
For solo travellers, there are single rooms available, and all rooms have air-con and heating, as well as free Wi-Fi, plasma TV sets and writing desk. A buffet breakfast is served every morning for an extra cost.
SM Hotel Sant Antoni
This great value hotel doesn’t have a view of the Sagrada Familia but is 500m or about 6 minutes’ walk away. Guests love the friendly staff and rate the breakfast highly, as well as the location. All rooms have a ensuite bathrooms, air-con and heating, a fridge and tea and coffee-making facilities.
Holiday Apartments near La Sagrada Familia
There are more apartments with a view of La Sagrada Familia then there are hotels, as it is a residential area there are people lucky enough to live with this incredible monument right outside their window.
You can also be so lucky if you book one of these apartments close to La Sagrada Familia. Many of these have minimum stay restrictions of 3 or 4 nights, so if you’re only passing through Barcelona briefly they may not work for you.
Sensation Sagrada Familia
Check out Sensation Sagrada Familia for bright and modern apartments just 2 minutes’ walk away from the Sagrada Familia. There are 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments to choose from, some of which have views of the Sagrada Familia from the bedrooms and/or seating area.
Each apartment has a well-equipped kitchen including an oven, microwave, dishwasher and coffee machine, as well as free wifi and flat screen TV. There is also a gym and sauna in the same building which can be used free of charge.
The apartments share a rooftop sun terrace which has a small outdoor swimming pool and gorgeous views of the famous Sagrada Familia. During busy periods there is a minimum stay of 3 nights, which is perfect for a long weekend in Barcelona! >>>CHECK PRICES & AVAILABILITY
Absolute Sagrada Familia
The spacious two-bedroom apartments at Absolute Sagrada Familia are great for families and have excellent views of La Sagrada Familia. Each apartment has a living room with 2 sofas and a wide flat-screen TV, as well as a washing machine, oven and microwave in the kitchen.
The rooftop terrace also has incredible views of La Sagrada Familia and there is a restaurant downstairs. >>>CHECK PRICES & AVAILABILITY
Lodging Apartments Gaudi Views
Lodging Apartments Gaudi Views has one of the best views of La Sagrada Familia from the lounge and dining area and from the balcony. It’s a great apartment for a family or a couple of friends, with two bedrooms – one double and one twin.
The apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub. The lounge area comes complete with flat-screen TV, and there is free wifi. The building has an elevator and the apartment has heating and air-conditioning so you can feel comfortable no matter when you visit Barcelona.
The Best Hostels Near Sagrada Familia
If you’re backpacking Barcelona or visiting on the tightest of budgets, these cool hostels close to the Sagrada Familia offer a comfy bed for the night at a fraction of the price of a hotel. They even have private rooms so they’re also a great option for solo travellers so you can meet people in the social areas.
Yeah Hostel Barcelona
One of the best hostels in Barcelona, Yeah Hostel is a 15 minute walk from La Sagrada Familia. This sociable hostel runs regular social events and bar crawls and has an onsite bar, although you can still get a good night’s sleep!
There are shared kitchen facilities and a variety of shared dorms, including female-only dorms and private rooms to choose from and an excellent paid buffet breakfast. >>>CHECK PRICES AND AVAILABILITY
Sant Jordi Hostels Sagrada Familia
Hostelworld calls this popular Barcelona hostel “the perfect place for young travellers looking to party” so if that sounds like you you’re in the right place! Sant Jordi have several hostels in Barcelona, and this one is just 10 minutes’ walk away from the Sagrada Familia.
It’s a skate themed hostel and has indoor skate room with a mini-ramp as well as skate and bike hire, a large kitchen and patio. Rooms range from mixed dorms for 3 to 12 people and private single, double, twin or quadruple rooms, so there is something for everyone here. >>>CHECK PRICES AND AVAILABILITY
Barcelona & You Hostel Sagrada Familia
This hostel is just 3 minutes’ walk from La Sagrada Familia, so if you want location on a budget then Barcelona & You Hostel is what you’re looking for. The reviews are decent, but not as good as the others I’ve mentioned. There are no private rooms here, just shared dorms with shared bathrooms.
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Why Stay Near the Sagrada Familia
If you’re still not sure which hotel in Barcelona to book, La Sagrada Familia is one of the most famous landmarks in Barcelona and is a must-see when you come to the city. Staying in a hotel close to the Sagrada Familia means you might be lucky enough to enjoy views of this magnificent building from your bedroom, or from the rooftop terrace of your hotel.
Even if you can’t see it from the hotel, staying near the Sagrada Familia means you can visit the attraction early in the morning without worrying about battling crowds or getting stuck in traffic. Understandably, it is a popular place to visit so it gets extremely busy, and arriving early means you can miss most of the queues and the crowds and can enjoy visiting La Sagrada Familia in relative quiet.
The Sagrada Familia is in a neighbourhood called Eixample, meaning “Expansion”. It is a spacious district in Barcelona with wide, tree-lined streets and impressive modernist architecture, with many of the city’s most famous landmarks, including Hospital Sant Pau and Casa Batlló found here, as well as the Sagrada Familia.
In addition to its architecture, Eixample is also a great area for shopping and dining. This is where you’ll find high-end boutiques and designer stores, especially on the iconic Passeig de Gracia.
Eixample is known for its upscale dining scene, with many of the city’s top chefs opening restaurants in the neighbourhood, although if you’re visiting Barcelona on a budget there are plenty of cheap eats here too, and lots of cool cocktail bars.
While many of the places to eat next to La Sagrada Familia are low-quality fast-food joints, there are also some excellent restaurants near Sagrada Familia where you can enjoy delicious local cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Eixample also has excellent transport links, including metro stations and bus routes, making it easy to explore other parts of the city. This ensures that you have convenient access to various attractions and the rest of Barcelona.
I hope this post has helped you to plan your visit to the Sagrada Familia. You may also like these other posts with more tips for your trip:
- Is it Worth Going Inside La Sagrada Familia?
- The Best Time to Visit Sagrada Familia
- The Best Restaurants near Sagrada Familia
