So you are traveling to Spain
and planning to visit Barcelona
while you are there, but the thought of staying in a noisy, busy, city centre
hotel leaves you cold? Don’t worry, there are other options when it comes to Barcelona hotels, and the
following couple of suggestions should make for a mush more relaxed trip.
The first suggestion is to try one of the superb four star hotels at the Port
Aventura theme park, only a short distance outside the  centre, rather than a
hotel in Barcelona
city itself. It is possible to get a dedicated transfer from Barcelona’s main airport, directly to the
theme park, which will drop you right outside your hotel. Of course, you can
always hire a car and drive yourself to the theme park, and if you do, remember
that Europcar have special arrangements with the Port Aventura hotels to ensure
you get the best deal.
The four hotels available each have their own particular character and are
decorated and furnished to a very high level. Whichever you choose you will be
guaranteed a luxurious visit. If you are looking for classic Mediterranean
style you might try the Portaventura hotel, whilst for something a little
different, the El Paso
hotel has a Mexican theme. If you are after sheer indulgence and the chance to
sunbath by the pool on pure white sand, The Hotel Caribe is for you.
As well as bed and breakfast, the very reasonable prices charged by the Port
Aventura hotels also include entrance to the theme park and the Caribe Aquatic
Centre. Even during the summer months, an expensive period for all hotels in Spain, a night
in the hotel with two days in the theme park is just over two hundred euros for
a single, and less than one hundred and fifty per person for a double. To
reduce the cost even further, you can have a room for up to four people. Out of
season, when it is still possible to enjoy good weather in this region, two
people could pay less than one hundred euros.
If you want to be a little closer to Barcelona
city centre, but are still looking for a luxurious option, away from the crowds
of La Rambla, you should check into the Arts Hotle, which offers an incredible
sea front location with views over the whole Marina and port area. This is a place to
really be pampered, and any of the spacious rooms, suites or split-level
apartments, offer an uneatable standard of accommodation. The real gem in this
hotel is the Goyescas restaurant, were the extensive menu includes local
specialties as well as international cuisine. If you are having trouble
deciding between the mouthwatering dishes, a recommendation from the friendly
staff may help you make up you mind. They will even tell you the perfect wine
to accompany your meal.
So as you can see, it is perfectly possible to enjoy the cultural and
historical sights of Barcelona,
without having to stay right in the bustling city centre. After a hard day’s
sightseeing you return to a calm relaxing oasis, just a short ride away.
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