Where to stay near Barcelona’s Fundació Joan Miró

Joan Miró’s Surrealist-influenced art is all about free-flowing lines and bold colours – often inspired by the Catalan countryside. During his lifetime, the Joan Miró Foundation provided him a space to showcase his work, alongside exhibitions by emerging artists.

This sleek modern art museum looks out over the city from the top of Montjuïc Hill. Here are five of the best places to stay nearby.

Casa Codina

Casa Codina offers apartments in an early 20th-century townhouse, a 10-minute walk from the Joan Miró Foundation. Inside, the building’s historic exterior is swapped for contemporary décor, sleek fitted kitchens and air conditioning. Up to six adults can share the biggest flat, making it an ideal choice for groups. The apartments are just off tranquil Plaça del Sortidor square, in Barcelona’s Poble Sec. This down-to-earth neighbourhood is known for its buzzing tapas scene. Join locals in the bars of Carrer Blai or sample wines at nearby bodega Celler Cal Marino.

Radas

Also 10 minutes from the Joan Miró Foundation, Radas combines self-catering apartments and hotel services – including a reception desk and a rooftop lounge. It offers a range of apartments, from a studio that sleeps two to roomy flats suitable for up to six guests. They’re decorated with an eye for detail, blending original brick walls and vaulted ceilings with up-to-date design. Some of the apartments have their own little terrace where you can relax after a long day’s sightseeing. The street outside is lined with places to eat and drink, such as Sofrito, a tiny bar known for Latin American fusion tapas.

Apartment Elkano

Apartment Elkano is a spacious two-bedroom flat in the heart of Poble Sec, around 15 minutes from the Miró Foundation. In the main living area, exposed brick and white-painted girders create an industrial feel. There’s a well-equipped kitchen with a breakfast bar, and a narrow balcony where you can watch the world go by. You’ll find Poble Sec metro station right around the corner, along with dozens of bars and restaurants. Try Mano Rota for Mediterranean fine dining, or sip cocktails to the sound of tango music in the atmospheric Tinta Roja.

Camino B&B

At Camino B&B you can choose from shared dorms and cosy private rooms, all with tall windows and plenty of space. The shared bathrooms are bright and modern, and there’s a communal kitchen if you feel like making your own meals. Guests love the generous breakfast served here – with both Mediterranean and Korean options available. They also appreciate the friendly owners, who go out of their way to share advice and recommendations. It’s a 10-minute amble through the Teatre Grec Gardens to reach the Joan Miró Foundation, while the Magic Fountain is a 9-minute stroll away.

Apartamento Sleepingbcn Con

This compact studio is located on a quiet side street, around 15 minutes from the Miró Foundation. The main living space at Apartamento Sleepingbcn Con has a double bed and a sofa, and opens onto a little balcony. There’s also a separate kitchen and a white-tiled bathroom with a rain shower. The owners have thought of every last detail, providing everything from towels and toothpaste to coffee and even beer. You’ll find two small supermarkets within a few steps of the front door, and both Carrer Blai’s tapas bars and Poble Sec metro station are within a 3-minute walk.