Ten hotels in Barcelona with an outdoor swimming pool to relax in

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Tapas, sun, sea, mountains, Catalan culture… Barcelona has so much to offer in terms of pleasure, relaxation, and discovery. The city is also full of ancient monuments, legacies of its glorious past. So, if you want to take a trip to this city, a real economic centre of the country, and discover its various assets, many hotels (and Airbnbs) are ready to welcome you. But whether you go there as a couple, with family or with friends, what could be better than being able to bask in the water each and every afternoon of your visit? If this is your wish, then you will be able to find what you are looking for in this list of the 10 best hotels with outdoor swimming pools in Barcelona.

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Hotel Raval House 

Let’s start our top 10 with this three-star hotel located eight minutes from the city centre and 2.6 km from the beaches of Sant Miquel and Sant Sébastian. In addition to the rather copious continental breakfast that it offers, the comfort of its rooms, and the quality of the facilities that it makes available to its customers, this hotel has an open outdoor swimming pool. Admittedly, the pool is not huge, but you have plenty of space to cool off and have a good time relaxing, especially since the bar is not far away!

Hotel Bagués, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World

Located five minutes from the centre of Barcelona, in the heart of Las Ramblas, this magnificent five-star hotel has something to seduce everyone. Bagués is an elegant and sophisticated hotel-museum, geared towards luxury stays. Its proximity to tourist sites such as Casa Batlló, Montjuïc Mountain, and the Picasso Museum makes it an ideal base for your visits to the city. Whether you are travelling alone, as a couple, or with your family, you will undoubtedly love the facilities this establishment offers. The long outdoor swimming pool is one of them. You could organize an evening there or do some lengths in the morning.

Hotel Casa Fuster GL Monumento

If you like great luxury, the Casa Fuster hotel is the place to be but, above all, it is the place to chill. This sumptuous building built in the early 1900s by the architect Lluis Domènech i Montaner is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Already, it sets the place, as they say. But its setting is not its only asset – located at the end of Passeig de Gracia Avenue, it has several modern relaxation facilities such as a sauna, a gym, and above all, a modest outdoor swimming pool located on a roof terrace. There’s nothing quite like stretching out in one of the sun loungers arranged around it and sipping a cold drink as the sun sets.

Catalonia Barcelona Plaza

Located in Plaza de España, next to Montjuïc hill and the Fira de Barcelona exhibition centre, the Catalonia Barcelona Plaza is a hidden treasure in the heart of bustling Barcelona. It is a place of refinement and luxury, where one can retire after a day spent exploring the wonders of the city. The rooms are soberly decorated in elegant dark and beige tones. In this establishment, the emphasis is clearly on relaxation, between the large outdoor swimming pool and the welcoming spa.

Midtown Apartements

The Midtown Apartments is a luxury establishment offering modern and tastefully-decorated accommodation, located just a few steps from the prestigious Passeig de Gràcia avenue and the central Plaza de Catalunya. The soundproofed apartments have a smart TV in each bedroom, as well as a living-dining room equipped with a Bluetooth speaker and a free-for-use safe.

Guests can also enjoy a seasonal swimming pool and solarium on the roof of the building. The area is renowned for its many bars and restaurants offering local and international cuisine, as well as the supermarkets which open late into the night.

Catalonia Diagonal Centro

The Catalonia Diagonal Centro hotel fully deserves its place in this ranking of the best hotels with swimming pool in Barcelona. This wonderful building is nestled in the centre of the Eixample district, just 300 meters from the Diagonal metro station. With its seasonal outdoor swimming pool, it offers a haven of peace for travellers seeking relaxation. What’s more, it offers modern and elegant rooms, equipped with a private marble bathroom and contemporary wooden furniture. Its location is also ideal, close to the most emblematic sites of the city, such as the famous Casa Milà by Gaudí.

Catalonia Atenas

The Atenas Catalonia hotel is a haven of peace in the heart of Barcelona, with its rooftop swimming pool offering breathtaking views of the Agbar Tower and the Sagrada Família. The spa and gym add to the relaxing experience, with free Wi-Fi so you can stay connected throughout your visit. The bright, simply-decorated rooms with parquet floors have air conditioning, satellite TV, and a mini fridge with free water. The buffet breakfast, open kitchen, and snack bar will allow you to eat as you should in this type of establishment.

Acta Voraport

Acta Voraport is a charming hotel located less than 1 km from Bogatell Beach in Barcelona, offering a terrace, private parking, a restaurant, and a bar. It stands out for its outdoor swimming pool, from which Barcelona can be viewed in its entirety. It is certainly a cocoon, but also has international features: the reception staff, available 24 hours a day, speak French, English, Spanish, and Catalan. A buffet breakfast is served every morning on site. As for amenities, the beaches of Mar Bella, Nova Icaria, and Somorrostro, as well as the Barcelona-El Prat Airport, are also nearby.

Grand Hotel Central, Small Luxury Hotels

The Grand Central Hotel Barcelona is an architectural gem, a designer establishment located in the historic heart of Barcelona. It has a rooftop infinity pool with stunning views of the Gothic Quarter and Barcelona Cathedral. With its modern rooms equipped with air conditioning and high-definition television, this elegantly renovated hotel is the ideal place for a comfortable and luxurious stay. For its part, the hotel’s restaurant, Bistro Helena, offers innovative Catalan cuisine, while the Sky Bar, located on the roof, is the perfect place to enjoy cocktails while admiring the city lights.

Melia Barcelona Sky 4* Sup

Perched on top of one of Barcelona’s tallest buildings, the Melia Barcelona Sky 4* Sup offers breathtaking views of the city and the sea. It has an outdoor swimming pool where you can cool off while admiring the view, as well as a YHI spa for moments of relaxation. The spacious rooms are equipped with a plasma TV and a stylish bathroom with a rain shower for comfortable evenings and nights. The El Merkado restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine, with a terrace for drinking a cocktail while admiring the view of the city. The hotel is in the lively neighbourhood of Poblenou, close to the city’s main attractions.

We hope this selection of the best hotels with swimming pools in Barcelona has helped you find the accommodation of your dreams in the Catalan capital. Other recommendations? Tell us in the comments.