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Gay Barcelona Guide

Discover Gay Barcelona, a city with a vibrant gay scene, stunning beaches and impressive architecture. The city is one of Europe’s top Gay destinations and home to its hottest men, finest beaches and a non-stop party scene.

Barcelona from the sky, with the ramblas, Sagrada Familia and beachfront.

The world famous Sagrada Familia, 140+ years in the making.

Gay Barcelona – The Gay Beach City that loves to party!

Barcelona provides gay travelers with a delicious blend of nightlife, style and sophistication, a sprinkling of tradition, and a fiercely independent Catalan spirit.

Equal rights are enshrined in the Spanish constitution, and the unique Catalan “Live and let live” approach to life permeates throughout the city. The gay community is visible across all levels of society and the annual Barcelona Pride celebrations are a city-wide affair attracting all ages and sexual persuasions.

Add world-class dining, a stunning Mediterranean coastline and a late-night party scene that never ceases to surprise, and you have all the ingredients for a perfect sun-filled city escape!

Super beaches, super boys, Barcelona has been a leading gay destination for decades.

Barcelona Gay Neighbourhood Guide

Exploring Barcelona – Places not to miss

The first thing you will notice when you arrive in Barcelona is that everything is in two languages, Catalan and Spanish. But don’t worry, French, English and other European languages are understood, especially in the gay district of Eixample, known locally as Gaixample.

Barcelona is a collection of diverse quarters and a melting pot of different cultures and ethnicities. The remains of the old city walls date back to Roman times.
Start with a stroll through the narrow winding streets of the ‘Barrio Gotic‘, the medieval Gothic Quarter full of interesting tapas bars and cafes. While you are there, check out Picasso’s old hangout, ‘Els Quatre Gats’.
Las Ramblas is tourist-central, a pedestrian street in the city center with dozens of outdoor cafes, flower stands, book kiosks and small market stalls. It’s worth a visit, but be careful, as pickpockets are a problem in this area.
The gay Area of Gaixample is relatively compact and home to a bustling local gay scene. Gay travelers can easily walk from gay bar to bar, and the neighbourhood is just minutes from popular tourist attractions such as Gaudi’s Casa Batlló, the Museu Picasso, Parc Guell and Montjuic.
Barcelona is also a beach city with expansive views of the Mediterranean. Platja de Sant Sebastià, located in the Barceloneta, is a popular mixed nudist beach.
Finally, most businesses in Barcelona use the Catalan street name in their addresses, so bear this in mind when taking a taxi or the Metro.

The Gay Area of Barcelona

Barcelona’s busiest gay bars and clubs are in the Eixample district, known locally as Gaixample, pronounced “gai-sham-ple”, and home to a vibrant gay scene.
The best gay hotels in this district fill up fast, so book your hotel in advance to get the best rate.
Eixample is also close to a metro stop, an essential way to explore this vast city.
The Metro in Barcelona operates from 5 am to midnight from Monday to Thursday. On Friday, the subway opens until 2 am, and on Saturday and other public holidays, the Metro is open 24 hours a day.

Getting Around

Getting to the city from Barcelona Airport

Barcelona International Airport (IATA: BCN, ICAO: LEBL), also known as El Prat, is a major transport hub and fields flights from all over Europe and beyond. There are three terminals, A, B and C, all within relatively easy walking distance of each other.
Terminal A is the main new terminal and is used by almost all of the airlines. Terminal B, the former old airport, is now used almost exclusively as a base by Ryanair.
The airport is only about 10 km away from the city centre. Taxis are supposed to use a zone chart for trips into the city but rarely do, and you can expect to pay up to €25.
A cheaper and often faster option is the half-hourly RENFE suburban train calling at Sants (20 minutes), Passeig de Gràcia (25 minutes) and Estació de França (30 minutes) in the city centre. A single ticket is about €4.50, but an under-advertised fact is that you can use the T-10 ticket (€11.35 for ten trips, including all bus and metro transfers made within 75 minutes) instead. You can buy a T-10 from the ticket vending machine at the airport station.
Alternatively, the Aerobús A1 line stops outside all terminal buildings and travels along Gran Via to Plaça Catalunya. Buses depart every 6-9 minutes; the published journey time is 35 minutes (although it can take considerably longer during rush hour) and costs €5.90 one-way. Aerobuses stop running at midnight, but you can catch a Nit Bus night bus service instead.

Getting Around Barcelona

One of the best ways to see the city is via the Bus Turistic. You can book your tickets online and save time and money.
Alternatively, why not see and do everything Barcelona offers with a great value city sightseeing and discount card? Choose from 2, 3, 4 or 5 consecutive day passes and receive free entry, great discounts and offers to Barcelona’s major attractions.
Check out the following gay tours of the city’s most famous landmarks or take a night tour and discover the bars from a local’s perspective!

Where to stay in Gay Barcelona?

From luxury hotels to charming guest houses and apartments, discover our top recommendations.

Hotels with a rooftop pool, steps from the gay bars? Perfect!

Barcelona Gay Hotels & Gay Friendly Options

Barcelona offers many accommodation options, from hip designer gay hotels to fully catered apartments. The city is busy year-round with no real off-season. Most of the city’s gay hotels are located in and around the Eixample district, close to the city center and Las Ramblas.

Beachfront

The W Barcelona – You can’t miss this hotel, as it has one of the most privileged beachfront locations in the city. Uber gay, hip, cool, iconic, you get the picture!

Gay Area

The Epicentre of gay life in Barcelona is the Hotel Axel, Europe’s most famous gay hotel. It coined the term “Hetro Friendly” and is synonymous with the city’s gay-friendly reputation. Pamper yourself with an afternoon at the Wellness Club 33. Afterwards, hit the rooftop for a cocktail, sexy tourists and a sunset to remember.
Right around the corner from the Axel gay hotel is the Hotel Cram. This boutique hotel is more demure in its approach to gay clientele, and it is stylish and relaxed and is the choice of discerning travellers to the city. Make sure you reserve a table at Angle, the hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant.

Rooftop Pool

Best pool view? The Grand Hotel Central is a design hotel offering fantastic views of the Gothic Quarter and Barcelona Cathedral from its rooftop infinity pool. The hotel features stylish rooms with flat-screen satellite TV and a hydromassage bath.

Boutique Style

The Hoxton is turning heads in creative Poblenou. Soothing Mediterranean-inspired rooms bring in hand-woven tapestries, bold-toned headboards and zellige-tiled rainfall showers, while the light-flooded lobby has a flowy mural-painted bar. Close to the futuristic Barcelona Design Museum and the Torre Agbar skyscraper.
Casa Sagnier is an 1892 mansion in L’Eixample, thoughtfully reimagined as a chic 51-room boutique hotel complete with romantic balconies and the all-day Cafè de l’Arquitecte restaurant.

Apartments

Finally, if you want to stay in one of Barcelona’s most iconic buildings on one of the most famous streets in the city, check out Suites Avenue. These 5-star apartments offer deluxe amenities and service to match!

Barcelona: Find the best hotel deal.

Hotel Cram Barcelona

Axel Hotel Barcelona

The Hoxton

BARCELONA GAY BARS AND GAY NIGHTLIFE

Gay Barcelona – Where to party?

Barcelona gay nightlife is in constant flux; our favorite gay bars come and go with the changing seasons and the gay scene is constantly innovating with new bars and parties. From “musical bars” to cruising clubs and cocktail lounges to panoramic sky bars, Barcelona boasts more than 20+ venues to choose from and countless one-off parties and events to keep you occupied during the hot weekends.
Your night out begins with relaxing in an Barcelona outdoor cafe over a refreshing Cava before deciding where to dine. People eat late in Barcelona. (Eating at 10 pm is considered an early meal). Gay bars in Barcelona are busy from midnight and gay clubs from 2 am. Note, many parties encourage early arrival with free entry before 1.30 am or by offering extra drinks.

Recommended cafes and best gay bars.

Priscilla Cafe – Cozy and super friendly gay bar, located on the gayest of streets, Muntaner, perfect for coffee, cocktails and drag queens.
Belladonna – Delicious tapas; open from 5 pm, perfect for an early bite. And you can’t go wrong with EUR 3 cocktails.
El Patio Central Terrace Bar – The best gin cocktails in the city and close to the nearby Gin Gin Bar.
Afterwards, it’s on to one of the many Barcelona “musical bars” featuring disco music, guest DJs, strippers, or drag shows. Most are close to the city centre.
Moeem – Fun and lively local gay bar with sexy bartenders, complimentary canapes, exotic dancers and fun theme nights. Don’t miss Bingo on Sundays.
La Chapelle – Small is sometimes beautiful, and this Barcelona gay bar packs in boys of all ages every night until late.
El Cangrejo – Weekend Barcelona gay bar playing the perfect mix of Latin and Disco music. Popular with local guys.
Gin Gin – Opposite Barcelona’s Axel Hotel with the best gin cocktails in town. Popular meeting point before hitting the other bars.

Beyond Eixample

It is worth striking out beyond the gay neighbourhood to experience a different side of Barcelona.
For something unique, visit La Casa de la Pradera (Little House on the prairie) in the El Raval district with a bustling outdoor terrace below, perfect for meeting new friends.
La Federica is in Poble sec, a neighbourhood famous for its 19th-century architecture and lively tapas bars. Federica serves delicious cocktails and vermouth with charming owners and a great atmosphere. Draws a local crowd each night.

Barcelona Gay Night Clubs & Parties

As the night winds past 3 am, it’s on to one of the many nightclubs and late parties. Barcelona is home to some of the gay parties in Europe and the home of Matinee. Expect plenty of choices regarding musical style and theme.

Arena Madre – One of Barcelona’s most famous gay clubs, open nightly and home to several theme nights and one-off themed parties throughout.
Believe Club – Non-stop glamour prevails at Believe, a popular Barcelona gay bar with epic drag acts and shows until 2 am. The bar then converts into a large dancefloor, open until 6 am and attracts a younger crowd.
Safari Club – Large dance club with a young clientele, complete with an outdoor smoking area and host to several theme nights.
Dirty House – Everyone’s favourite Friday night party with the sexiest dancers and the hottest boys ready to start the weekend with a bang.
The Black Room – Muscle boys, sexy gogos, handsome bartenders and electro music. Held every Sunday.
Matinee Presents – The daddy of all parties hosting monthly events, including the legendary Pervert Party at the Input High Fidelity Club.
Alternatively, your journey may take you to some of the many Barcelona gay leather/sex bars with all sorts of surprises in store!
And, of course, there’s always the gay Saunas. Barcelona has some of the cleanest and most well-equipped gay Saunas we have seen, some of which are open 24 hours a day.

Believe Barcelona

Moeem Barcelona

El Cangrejo

Priscilla Cafe

The Black Room

Gin Gin Bar

BARCELONA GAY CRUISING AND SAUNAS

Gay Barcelona – Cruising, Sex Clubs and Saunas

“Barcelona’s gay neighborhood is full of hot guys looking to have fun! From the sexy glances on the Ramblas to outdoor fun in the parks of Montjuic, there’s always time for fun in the city.

MONTJUIC PARK

Montjuic Park is famous both day and night. Here you will find some hot guys cruising the parks. Many will spend an afternoon simply lazing around until they find a guy that catches their eye. Lots of non-nationals, Brazilians and North African guys too. Some gay-for-play, but plenty of horny boys just looking for fun too.
To get there, go to the Plaza Espanya Metro Stop. Then Take Av. Riena Maria Cristana. Continue for a few minutes and then take a left into Av Rius I Taulet and right into the central gardens or “Guardia Urbana”. Palau is the cruisiest spot in the park at the very end on the right, especially by the benches.

CHORNOBYL BEACH

One of the most popular gay Barcelona cruising spots on the beachfront is Chernobyl gay Beach. This is a summer cruising spot (April to October) and is busy mainly during the day, although during the hot summer months of July and August, it can be busy up until 8 pm.
The easiest way to get to the beach is to take the Metro to Sant Roc. Walk along the road towards the 3 Smoke Stacks (you can’t miss them). Then cross the railway tracks and turn left. The beach is more popular with older guys during the colder months.

BARCELONA GAY CRUISING CLUBS

Members-only sex clubs have become popular in Barcelona over the past few years. They have specific theme nights, and membership is usually open to the public.
Bacon Bears Bar – Bacon Bears bar attracts bears and their admirers from all over the world.
Boxer Cafe – Cafe Bar mixed with the essence of Boxer, Barcelona’s leading Fetish lifestyle brand.
Berlin Dark – Berlin Dark is a hard-core fetish men-only cruising Barcelona gay club.
Boyberry Barcelona – Sex club with a labyrinth, glory holes and home to a regular film set for some world famous porn movies.
Open Mind Barcelona – Open Mind is a strict dress code fetish bar in Barcelona, busy at weekends.
Black Hole Club – Industrial style club with cages, cabins, cinema, showers and more. Home to theme nights including Sportswear, Piss Party, bears etc.
Night Barcelona – Famous Barcelona gay cruising club with happy hour (6 pm to 9 pm), complete with a dark room and private cabins.
Mensfactory – New Barcelona gay cruise bar (2022) in Eixample with bar, lockers, cruise zone, cubicles and slings.
XMan Club – Fetish Club with dress code nights.

BARCELONA GAY SAUNAS

Saunas are always popular locations for sex in Barcelona; many are open 24 hours a day.

Sauna Bruc Barcelona – Small Barcelona gay sauna, popular in the afternoon, Mature guys. Naked party 1st Sunday of the month.
Sauna Casanova – Always open and busy when the clubs close and on Sunday afternoon. Entry EUR 17.50. Sauna Casanova attracts young and middle-aged guys. Located in the Eixample district.
Sauna Condal Barcelona – Popular with bears and older guys. Open daily. Located in the Gothic Quarter.
Sauna Thermes Barcelona – Meeting point for rent boys and clients. Open weekends 24 hours. Weekdays till 11 pm. Close to the gay bars.

Night Barcelona

Open Mind

Boxer Cafe

Gay Map of Barcelona

Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 651, 08010 Barcelona, Spain

Hotel El Palace Barcelona is located in Eixample District, close to the Ramblas, the main shopping area and Barcelona’s main tourist attractions. It offers a Mayan-style luxury spa. A limousine service with a chauffeur is available on request.

Opened in 1919, this hotel features a neo-classical façade and stylish air-conditioned rooms with classic decor. Each room is spacious and comes with satellite TV, desk, minibar and a private bathroom with hairdryer, bathrobe and slippers.

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Gran Vía de las Cortes Catalanas 559, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

The chic H10 Casanova Hotel is centrally located on Barcelona’s Gran Via, a 10-minute walk from Plaza Catalunya and the Rambla. There is a garden spa with whirlpool and steam room.

Featuring contemporary boutique-style décor, the H10 Casanova offers air-conditioned rooms with a satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. There is a minibar and safe, and the modern private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and amenities. Room service is also available.

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Carrer de Bergara, 11, 08002 Barcelona, Spain

Hotel Catalonia Plaza Cataluña offers an outdoor pool and stylish, air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. It is housed in a Modernist building 50 m from Barcelona’s Plaza Catalunya.

The hotel serves a continental buffet breakfast with show cooking and it includes a wide variety of regional products and home-made cakes. Contempo restaurant offers traditional Mediterranean cuisine with a contemporary twist.

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Carrer d’Aribau 54, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

Hotel Cram is set in Barcelona’s central Eixample district, a 10-minute walk from Plaza Catalunya. It features a rooftop pool with city views and the Two Michelin Stars Angle Barcelona restaurant. All rooms have free WiFi and large flat-screen TVs.

The air-conditioned rooms at Cram Hotel feature a private bathroom with a hairdryer. A bathrobe and slippers are available upon request. Rooms feature beds by Treca de Paris, and elegant curtains by Gastón y Daniela. Some rooms have a private balcony.

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Carrer d’Aribau 33, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

The area around the Hotel Axel Barcelona is known as the Gay-xample because of its lively gay scene. The staff has knowledge of the local gay scene, and the hotel is hetero-friendly too.

Offering free Wi-Fi throughout, this design hotel is close to Passeig de Gràcia's exclusive boutiques. The Axel Hotel’s 500m² Spa Centre includes a hydromassage pool and saunas, and the modern rooms have flat-screen satellite TVs.

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Carrer de Muntaner, 70, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

The apartment features a spacious living room & dining area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The full kitchenette with a washing machine. 3 Bedrooms & a bathroom with shower. Free WIFi

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Carrer de Muntaner, 40, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

This modern apartment with air conditioning has 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV. A full kitchen with a dishwasher. A bathrooms, furnished terrace with city views. Free WIFi

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Carrer de la Diputació, 197, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

Offers air conditioned apartments with a living area a flat-screen TV and sofa. Each has a kitchen, complete with a washing machine. private bathroom with a bath or a shower and balcony or terrace. Free WiFi.

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Passatge de Valeri Serra, 19, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

Each air conditioned apartment is equipped with a balcony, a fully equipped kitchen with washing machine, a living room with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower. Free WiFi.

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C/ d'Elkano, 69, Sants-Montjuïc, 08004 Barcelona

• Cozy and LGBT-friendly cafe-bar in the Poble Sec quarter.
• Filled with antique and vintage furniture.
• Offers various international breakfast options.
• Known for its friendly and attentive staff.

Daily 8am till 4pm Friday & Saturday 9am till 4pm

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C/ del Parlament, 12, L'Eixample, 08015 Barcelona

• New LGBT-friendly resto-bar in the Sant Antoni quarter.
• Offers wines, beers, tapas, and tostadas.

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 09:30 – 23:00; Friday 09:30 – 01:00;
Saturday 10:00 – 01:00; Sunday 10:00 – 22:00

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C. del Consell de Cent, 273, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Popular gay bar in the Eixample quarter.
• Features camp decorations, a street terrace, and tapas.

Daily 11:00/12:00 – 02:30/03:30

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Carrer de Casanova 64, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Big gay bar for bears and friends.
• Popular Happy Hour on Thursdays from 19:00 till 22:00.

Daily 18:30 – 02:30/03:00; Friday, Saturday till 03:00/03:30

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Carrer de Balmes, 56, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Gay bar at the edge of the Gayxample quarter.
• Features small stage, drag hosts, shows and karaoke.
• Admission: 12 €, includes 1 drink.

Daily 23:00 – 05:00; Friday, Saturday till 06:00

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C/ de la Diputació, 203, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Tribute to Pop icon Madonna.
• Various Pop music video screens.

Wednesday, Thursday 18:00 – 02:30/03:00; Friday, Saturday 18:00 – 03:00/03:30

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Carrer de la Diputació, 167, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Cafe-bar with the essence of Boxer.
• Small street terrace.

Wednesday-Sunday 18:00/19:00 – 01:30/03:00

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Black Box Disco - Part of the Arena Group, Black Box specializes in House, Nu Disco and Funky, Techno and Electronic Music.
A dance club for bears and leather lovers, they also host the CRU Fetish Disco.
Located in the gay district on Carrer de la Diputació, 233
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Carrer de la Diputació, 174, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Gay music bar with a mixed, Latino-friendly clientele.

Tuesday-Thursday 21:00 – 02:30; Friday, Saturday 21:00 – 03:00

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Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 586, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Trendy queer bar with various niches and lounges.

Daily 19:00 – 02:30; Friday, Saturday till 03:00

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C. del Consell de Cent, 257, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Music bar for gays and friends with a small dancefloor.
• Plays Pop, Charts, and Commercial music.

Friday, Saturday 22:00 – 03:00

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Carrer de Villarroel 86, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Gay bar with dancefloor and international and Spanish Pop music from the last decades.
• Fun atmosphere, usually busy after 01:00.

Friday, Saturday 23:00 – 03:00

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C/ del Consell de Cent, 275, L'Eixample, 08011 Barcelona

• Queer inclusive bar with a unique interior featuring goth, psychedelia, and magic touches.

Daily 18:00 – 02:30; Friday, Saturday till 03:00

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Carrer d'Aribau, 40, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Offers drinks, cocktails and more than 20 different brands of Gin.

Daily 17:00 – 02:30/03:30

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Carrer de Muntaner, 73, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Small cafe-bar for bears and friends.
• Street terrace.

Daily 18:00 – 02:30/03:30

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C/ d'Aribau, 46, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Elegant gay club with a bar on the ground floor and a cruising labyrinth with cabins in the basement.
• Private social club for members only.

Wednesdays to Thursdays from 8:30 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Friday & Saturday from 8:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

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Carrer de les Carretes, 57, Ciutat Vella, 08001 Barcelona

• Alternative, queer-inclusive bar in the Raval quarter.

Thursday 19:00–02:00; Friday, Saturday 19:00–03:00; Sunday 17:30–24:00

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Carrer de Muntaner, 67, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Small gay bar decorated with old religious devotional objects.
• Relaxed cafe-bar by day and popular with a mature clientele by night.

Daily 16:00 – 02:30; Friday, Saturday till 03:00

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C. de Salvà 3, Barcelona 08004

• Queer bar in the Poble-sec quarter with art exhibitions and alternative drag shows.

Tuesday/Wednesday-Sunday from 19: 00

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C/ del Consell de Cent, 245 bis, L'Eixample, 08011 Barcelona

• Trendy gay café-bar in the Eixample quarter with drag shows and DJs

Daily 17: 00 – 01: 00/02: 00/ 03: 30

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Carrer de Muntaner, 34, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Small LGBTQ-oriented cafe-bar in retro style.

Daily 17: 00 – 03: 00; Friday, Saturday till 03: 30

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104, Avinguda del Paral·lel, Superilla Sant Antoni, Eixample, Barcelona

• Queer/drag/trans/nonbinary bar between Sant Antoni and Poble-sec quarters.

Wednesday-Sunday 19: 00– 03: 00/ 03: 30

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Rambla del Raval, 22, 08001 Barcelona, Spain

• Queer-inclusive bar in the Raval quarter with a mixed clientele.
• Best after 23.00

Daily 18: 00 – 02: 30;
Friday, Saturday till 03: 00; in summer 19: 00 – 03: 00/ 03: 30

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Carrer d'Aribau, 55, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• New cocktail bar at the edge of the Gayxample area.
• Unique interior with playful symbols and icons.
• Plays Pop, Commercial, Reggaeton, and Trap music.

Monday-Thursday 20: 30 – 02:30; Friday, Saturday 20: 00 – 03: 00; Sunday 20: 30 – 02: 30

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Carrer de Muntaner, 11, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Gay and lesbian bar in the center of Barcelona with a mainly young and middle-aged clientele

Daily 18: 00 – 02: 30; Friday, Saturday till 03: 00

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C/ de Sepúlveda, 178, L'Eixample, 08011 Barcelona

• Trendy music video bar with a dancefloor
• Best vibes after 1:00 AM
• Attracts a lively crowd of 20s and 30s
• Lots of pretty guys
• Check out their Instagram for more

Friday, Saturday 23: 00 – 03: 00

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Carrer de la Diputació, 161, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Gay bar in the Eixample district.
• Popular during summer, especially Thursday-Saturday around 23:00-01:00.
• Mixed ages.
• Features a small cruise area with a few cubicles at the back.

Daily 18:00 – 02:30; Friday, Saturday till 03:00

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Carrer d’Aribau 33, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Located on the rooftop terrace of the gay hotel Axel.
• Lounge bar with a view of the Eixample quarter.
• Open to the public in the evening.

Daily 20:00/21:00 onwards

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C. de Villarroel, 68, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• LGBT bar with daily drag shows (free entry).

Daily 18:00 – 02:30/03:00

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Av. de Roma, 155, L'Eixample, 08011 Barcelona

• New gay lounge bar for bears, daddies, chasers, and friends.

Daily 18:00 – 02:30/03:00

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C. de Villarroel, 60, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Gay bar with Caribbean-inspired interior and decoration.
• Small dance floor with South American-influenced music.
• Clientele mainly in their 20s and 30s.

Daily 17:00 – 02:30; Friday, Saturday till 03:00

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C/ de Muntaner, 34 Bis, L'Eixample, 08011 Barcelona

• Small wine and cocktail bar decorated with references to the movie Titanic

Tuesday-Thursday 18:00–02:30/03:00; Friday, Saturday 18:00–03:30; Sunday 18:00 – 02:30/03:00

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C/ del Consell de Cent, 319, L'Eixample, 08007 Barcelona

• LGBT-friendly cocktail bar close to Passeig de Gràcia.

Tuesday-Thursday 18:00 – 02:00; Friday, Saturday 18:00 – 03:00; Sunday 18:00 – 24:00

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Passatge de Prunera, 18, 08004 Barcelona, Spain

• Fetish-friendly gay cruise club in the Poble-sec quarter.
• Moderate prices with the most popular day being the 1st Sunday of the month (18:30~ 02:30).
• Admission: 12 €, incl. 1 drink (15-18 € at special events).

Tuesday-Thursday 22:00 – 02:30/03:00; Friday, Saturday 22:00 – 03:00/03:30; Sunday 21:30 – 01:30/02:00

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Carrer de Calàbria, 96, 08015 Barcelona, Spain

• Gay sex shop with cruising labyrinth over two levels.
• Young clientele with themed parties on Tuesdays.
• Admission: 6.50 – 7.50 € (5 € before 15:00), 2/4 € up to 25/30 years.

Monday-Friday 12:00 – 23:00; Saturday, Sunday 15:00 – 24:00

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Carrer De La Diputació 182, 08011 Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain

• Gay cruise club with bar, lockers, cubicles, slings and more.
• Admission: 10-15 €, incl. 1 drink.

Monday-Friday 12:00 – 23:00; Saturday, Sunday 15:00 – 24:00

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Carrer de Balmes, 65, Bajos 2 08007, Barcelona

• Gay cruising club at the edge of the Gayxample quarter.
• Very bears-friendly with themed parties.

Monday-Friday 12:00 – 23:00; Saturday, Sunday 15:00 – 24:00

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C/ d'Aragó, 130, 08015 Barcelona, Spain

• Large gay cruising club across two floors with clientele aged 30+.
• Dress code includes naked, underwear, fetish.
• Admission: 22 €, incl. locker and 1 drink (entrance fee cash only). Registration required.

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C/ de Lluís el Piadós, 4, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona

• New location of the former Black Hole opened in June 2022.
• Features a cash desk and lockers on the ground floor, small bar and big cruising area
with slings, gloryholes, wet area etc.
• Mainly middle-aged and mature men.
• Admission: 16 €, incl. locker and 1 drink (entrance fee cash only).

Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday from 17:00 – 23:00

Carrer de Calàbria, 91, 08015 Barcelona, Spain

• Small fetish-oriented gay sex club.
• Check the website for weekly program and dress codes.
• Admission: 10-15 €.

Friday, Saturday from 22:00 – 05:00; Sunday from 19:00 – 02:00

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19-21, Ronda de Sant Pere, la Dreta de l'Eixample, la Salut, Barcelona

• Large Gay Club by Grupo Arena for gays and friends in the center of Barcelona. • 2 dancefloors: Pop, Charts, Commercial remixes, House.

See website for events and opening times

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C. de Balmes, 52, 08007 Barcelona, Spain

• Queer Bar & Terrace for everyone in the heart of the LGTBIQ+ center of Barcelona.

Daily 8pm till 3am

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Rambla de Catalunya, 4, 08007 Barcelona, Spain

• Vibrant Sunday night gay dance & cruise event with DJs, lighting effects, a dark room & a terrace.

Sunday 11pm till 5am

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Carrer de Muntaner, 65, 08011 Barcelona, Spain

• Relaxed gay bar, perfect for a chat with friends.

Tuesday to Sunday from 6:00 p.m. to 2:30/3:00 a.m.

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Barcelona Gay Friendly Restaurants

From world famous dining experiences to delectable tapas dishes, Barcelona is a gay foodie’s paradise.

Dining out in Barcelona – our top tips

Barcelona has some of the most innovative and award-winning chefs in the world, with more than 20 Michelin-starred restaurants.
Catalan gastronomy thrives on seasonal produce fresh from the land. Olive oil, aromatic herbs, fruit and fresh fish, meat and vegetables are the essence of “market-fresh cuisine”: a cuisine featuring dishes made using the produce available at the market according to the season.
The most recent trend has been to take the ordinary daily and turn it into gourmet! Traditional Catalan dishes are infused with new life and ingredients.
Prices are competitive, and dining out daily is common for both locals and tourists.
While there are some great restaurants in the Eixample district, it is worth venturing out to Born and other neighbourhoods to savour some inspiring menus and delicious wines.
Lunchtime in Barcelona takes place between 1 pm and 3 pm. Check out the Menú del Dia – the day’s menu for great deals on three-course meals. The menus will probably be in Catalan/Spanish. You can have a delicious lunch, including wine, for less than EUR 14 per person, even in touristy areas.

Barcelona Restaurants – our recommendations

From camp brunch eateries to 5-star Michelin star experiences, here’s our editor’s top choices for dining out in Barcelona.

Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch

Eixampling Brunch Cafe – With a Sex and the city vibe, this cheery and colourful Barcelona cafe serves delicious eggs, pancakes and sublime cocktails.
La Fonda – Perfect Paella awaits in a classic style. Lunch at La Fonda, consisting of a three-course meal with wine, is one of the best dining options when exploring the worlf famous La Rambla.

Tapas

Casa Jamie – Tapas & classic Spanish dining in a stylish space with exposed brick & sidewalk tables.
La Pepita – A charming small Barcelona tapas bar with an informal style, friendly staff and a creative menu. A local secret.
El Chigre 1769 – Located in the romantic Gothic Quarter, this gay friendly tapas bar serves classic Catalonian & Asturian dishes alongside cider, vermouth & regional wines.

Top Choices

La Estrella – Seasonal Barcelona restaurant located outside the tourist area in Barceloneta, highly recommended.
Bezina – Hip, industrial-style Italian eatery for pasta, seafood & meat plates, plus cocktails & wine.
Doppietta serves Italian-style cicchetti (small plates), hand-picked cheeses and regional charcuterie with a smart-casual wine-bar feel.
Cecconis is a modern-day classic Italian restaurant serving hand-made pasta, seafood and dishes from Northern Italy using the finest ingredients. It is located in the city’s Gothic Quarter.
Restaurante Enoteca Paco Pérez – Mediterranean fine dining by chef Paco Pérez, plus a robust wine list, in an ultramodern setting. Two-Michelin star restaurant.
Uma – a tiny eaterie well worth the trip, offering diners a gastronomic journey of all things Catalan in an intimate room with quirky artwork.

Gay & Gay Friendly Restaurants

D’Divine – A camp Barcelona dining experience with superb drag performers and delicious dishes.
El Bierzo a Tope is – Popular family-run restaurant in the heart of the gay district with a summer terrace and delicious menu.

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Xurros

D Divine

Eixampling

El Chigre 1769

La Pepita

Cecconois

Barcelona Gay Beaches.

Lounge by the beach all day and party late into the night. The proximity of the beach to the city’s attractions and nightlife is just another reason to fall in love with Barcelona.

Gay Barcelona is one of the few cities in the world that combines the attractions of a world-class city trip with the possibility of lying on a gay beach. Visitors can sunbathe during the day or enjoy the animation of the seafront in the evening or at night.
Barcelona’s beaches are over 4 kilometres long and just a few minutes from the city centre. The beaches have been awarded countless blue flags for quality, cleanliness and facilities and an honourable mention in the area of safety for several years running.
Head to El Chiringuito Be Gay, and try their delicious Mojitos! Get there early to avoid the queues. Closest to the next metro station is stop Poblenou (line 4)

Nova Icaria

Browse the top apartments close to Nova Icaria – The seafront is popular all day and night as it transforms into a nighttime dining destination.
Closest to the Olympic marina and, therefore, always crowded, this vast swathe of rough golden sand is perfect for food lovers.
There are three spotless beach bars, two trendy restaurants on the promenade (Mango and Chiringuito de Moncho) and countless bars and restaurants in Port Olímpic just a short stroll away.

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Bogatell

Browse the top places to stay close to Bogatell Beach – Further along from the Olympic port, this area is much quieter and popular with locals.
This beach is twice the length of adjoining Nova Icaria and fringed by a stretch of stone walkway perfect for jogging, rollerblading and cycling.
The raised promenade cuts down on traffic noise and makes it possible almost to believe you’re a million miles from the city. No beach bars but three large informal restaurants on the promenade.

Mar Bella Gay Beach

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El Chiringuito de la Mar Bella is one of Barcelona’s most famous gay beach bars. Busy all Summer long with a season of nightly gay events.
A 20-minute trek via subway line L4, coupled with a 10-minute walk along Bilbao Street, leads straight to the beach. (Metro Ciutadella Vila Olímpica)
Divided from Bogatell by a breakwater housing a school and hire centre for windsurfing and kayaks, Barcelona’s only naturist beach is behind a long hillock of rustling bamboo.
Nearby is a peaceful park – suitable for a picnic or siesta under the trees. This is one of the busiest beaches for gay people and gay locals and their friends

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Barceloneta

Discover the top hotels in Barcelona – Right by the beach.
The Barceloneta beach district is quite large and has some great gay restaurants and bars for a post-beach bite-to-eat or sundown cocktail.
Very wide and long and fringed by decking along which lies a series of American-style eateries(pizzas and Tex-Mex mostly) plus the busy Catalan restaurant Agua.
Somewhere along its length, the beach becomes San Sebastian (Metro: Barceloneta), a traditional and popular stretch with locals and consequently crowded, noisy and great fun.
Just 100 m from the beach the Sofitel Barcelona Skipper is our top choice, with stunning rooftop pool, stylish rooms and an excellent gym.

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San Sebastian, Barcelona

More relaxed than the Barcelona gay beach at Mar Bella, with lots of gay couples relaxing and just a short trip to W Hotel’s beach bar for cocktails.
San Sebastian is the other gay beach located to the very right of the Barcelona beaches at the entrance tower of the skylift.
Watch as the beautiful boys of Barcelona strut their stuff and the Go-Go boys hand out flyers for theme night parties and events.

Upcoming Barcelona Gay Parties and Events

Barcelona hosts a different gay party every night of the week and is home to the world famous circuit festival, hosted by Matinee, one of the world’s top gay party promoters.

Matinee Presents: Monthly Circuit Event

From: Apr. 30.2025 - To: Apr. 30.2025

Thursday, Feb 3rd, 2022

Matinée Barcelona Events is the leading late night dance club for men in Barcelona and hosts regular Matinee theme parties.

Bananas Gay Party Barcelona

From: May. 02.2025 - To: May. 02.2025

Monday, Feb 7th, 2022

Bananas is one of Barcelona's most popular gay parties, taking place during popular festivals and pop-up weekend events.

Yass! Barcelona

From: May. 03.2025 - To: May. 03.2025

Tuesday, Aug 2nd, 2022

Yass! Barcelona is one of the city's most popular Saturday night pop-up parties attracting over one thousand guys with sexy beats and even sexier guys

Barcelona has a vibrant pop-up party scene, with a different party every night of the week. Events take over some of the city’s biggest clubs. Competition between promoters is fierce, so expect epic DJs, over the top decoration, unique party themes, drag queens and of hot boys looking to party.

The Top Gay Parties in Barcelona

Matinee presents – A monthly party with different themes and signature events including Pervert and La Leche.
YASS! Barcelona – Popular Saturday night party in Safari Disco with two rooms, Pop and House.
The Black Room – Sunday night event with a dark and cruisy atmosphere in City Hall Club.
Bananas Party – Friday night party with a mix of ages and types, guest DJs and over the top stage shows.
Dirty House – Another popular Friday night party at City Hall with theme events including Dirty Disco and Dirty Beach.
Churros con Chocolate – The ultimate Sunday funday party at Sala Apolo, playing a mix of Spanish and international movie. A local institution!
Pop Air – Monthly pop up bear-friendly event with sexy guys and unique themes. Highly recommended.

Annual Gay Events

Matinee Eater Weekend – Circuit festival with 4 nights of parties with international DJs, marking the start of the Spring season.
Barcelona Pride – Annual pride celebrations lasting 7 days with a series of concerts, cultural events, epic parade and pride village.
Barcelona Circuit Festival – 10-day gay mega-circuit event with day and night parties, pool parties and 15,000 people at the Waterpark.

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Gay Barcelona What to see and do!

Barcelona is a world-class city with stunning architecture, mesmerising museums and outstanding art galleries.

Gay Barcelona has some of the most incredible architecture in the world and a rich history to explore. Take a tour of the Sagrada Familia and avoid the queues by taking our skip-the-line tour. Or check out Gaudi’s Parc Guell, a sight for all the senses.

The Barcelona Pass

See and do everything Barcelona offers with this great value city sightseeing and discount card. Choose from 3, 4 or 5 consecutive day passes and receive free entry, great discounts and offers to Barcelona’s major attractions.
Barcelona has it all whether you prefer museums or galleries, cathedrals or shopping. The Barcelona Card offers FREE ENTRY to over 20 of the city’s top visitor attractions (including the Chocolate Museum and Columbus Monument), free transport around Barcelona, and over 90 special offers in shops, restaurants, museums and much more.
Take a tour of the best tapas, bars and the market and explore Barcelona’s History through its delicious food.

La Sagrada Familia

While the Sagrada Familia looms large over Barcelona—it’s visible from many parts of the city—the cathedral should be seen up close and from within to be truly appreciated.
Sail past long lines of tourists trying to gain entry to Gaudi’s La Sagrada Familia on this priority access tour of the modernist masterpiece.
Enjoy a skip-the-line tour and spend less time lining up and more time enjoying the sights.

Barcelona From the Sky

Our best seller! On a helicopter tour above Barcelona’s coastline, get a magnificent aerial view of where the city meets the sea.

Montjuïc Hill

Spend the day up on Montjuïc Hill and marvel at the city below. Take the cable car and enjoy a panoramic view of the city or try the 20th-century Tramvia Blau. This retro tram also stops off at the summit’s neo-Gothic church.
Pay a visit to Tibidabo Amusement Park, the oldest functioning in Spain, open since the 1900s. Take a private tour of the Mountain.

Casa Batlló

Experience this unique Modernist building, oozing with the style and sophistication of Gaudi. A special attraction, full of colour, light and art.
Discover the secrets of Batlló with a private skip-the-line tour and your own personal guide.

Parc Güell

Gaudi’s park is perfect for those who need to escape from the hustle and bustle of Barcelona.
Antoni Gaudi spent 15 years designing and building the whimsical fountains, mosaic benches, pedestrian walkways, and gingerbread house-like buildings within Park Güell, one of the seven Works of Antoni Gaudi buildings that together make up a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Parc Guell is definitely worth visiting if you enjoy aesthetics and modern architecture.
Learn about one of Barcelona’s most-loved attractions with a certified guide and enjoy an entertaining and educational tour of the attraction.

Casa Milá

The final creation of Gaudi, the building’s textured facade, is one of Barcelona’s most famous sights. Take in the nighttime experience and enjoy stunning city views, mesmerizing light projections, live jazz music and a refreshing glass of delicious cava.

Bunkers del Carmel

Visit the Bunkers del Carmel and experience an escape from the chaos of the city and incredible 360º views while learning about the history of the Spanish Civil War.

Museu del Disseny

Museu del Disseny, a merger between four different museums, is home to a sizable collection of graphics and decorative art pieces gathered throughout the ages.

Torre Glòries

Over in Poblenou, the former industrial neighbourhood-turned-creative hub, the cucumber-shaped Torre Glòries has opened to the public for the first time. Designed by Jean Nouvel back in 2005, it now has a thrilling 125m-high 360° observation deck, with a multisensory installation by the Argentine artist Tomás Saraceno set into its dome.
The surrounding streets are crammed with ancient warehouses and factories reimagined as art galleries, design studios and speciality coffee spots.

Moco Museum

Having landed in El Born’s mediaeval Palau dels Cervelló in late 2021, the Amsterdam-founded Moco Museum has quickly become one of the top attractions in the city.
Moco Museum Barcelona brings modern and contemporary art to the masses, from Andy Warhol and Salvador Dalí to digital experiential art and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Enjoy street art pieces and up-to-the-second art from names such as Damien Hirst, Keith Haring, Yayoi Kusama, David La Chapelle, and Damien Hirst, with a dedicated Banksy exhibition.

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Gay Barcelona – When to visit?

Barcelona is a year round destination with mild winters and warm hot summers. Beach weather is from April to October (but nights can be chilly so bring something warm to wear). Peak beach season is July and August, but mostly filled with tourists as locals set off the coastal town of Sitges.
Barcelona has a pleasant climate throughout the year. Some of the most popular times for tourists visiting the city is from the beginning of May to the end of July. September and October offer cooler alternatives and are less busy than the Summer months.
August can be very hot and humid with temperatures topping 35 degrees Celsius. Humidity can become quite overwhelming when the clouds come in but this doesn’t last for long. The summer thunderstorms can be breathtaking to watch, especially if you have a mountain view from your hotel or apartment.
Autumn is cooler with temperatures dipping to 14/15 degrees (60F approx), Most days are dry, but you may experience some showers and cloudy days during your stay.
Winter, from end November to early February can be cold at times, but the temperature rarely drops below 12 degrees, so it is positively balmy by Northern European standards. No matter when you viist there is always something to do and see, from Christmas Markets to Circuit Parties, Film Festivals to spectacular sporting events and more.

El Born

la boqueria

La Pedrera-Casa Milà

Mirador de la Torre Glòries

Parc Guell

Casa Batllo

Recommended Hotels in Barcelona

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El Palace, 5 Star
Old World Charm

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5 Star, Mayan-Style Luxury Spa & amenities
A short walk to the gay bars
Classic decor, satellite TV, private bathroom
Old World charm meets modern luxury, close to Barcelona’s main attractions and vibrant gay district.

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H10 Metropolitan, 4 Star
Great chill out pool

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4 Star, Rooftop Terrace with Chill-Out Pool
Close to the gay district
Flat-screen TV, air conditioning, coffee machine
Enjoy the rooftop chill-out pool and modern amenities, steps away from Barcelona’s lively gay scene.

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Catalonia Plaza, 4 Star
Great Value for money

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4 Star, Modernist Building with Outdoor Pool
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Air-conditioned, free Wi-Fi, satellite TV
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Hotel Cram, 4 Star
Stylish- Perfect Location

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4 Star, Modernist Façade and Elegant Interior
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Advanced lighting, private bathroom, air-conditioned
Stylish hotel with state-of-the-art facilities, perfect location for exploring Barcelona’s gay nightlife.

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