Where to stay near Barcelona’s La Rambla

La Rambla is easily Barcelona’s best-known street, a bustling kilometre-long avenue stretching down from Plaça Catalunya to the sea. It’s a place where visitors mingle with locals as they stroll between flower stalls, watch street performances or shop for fresh produce at La Boqueria market.

To make sure you stay close to the action, we’ve picked out some of the most popular apartments within a few minutes’ walk.

Rambla 102

Rambla 102 can be found directly across from La Boqueria market, right on La Rambla. Inside everything’s modern and understated, with taupe walls, light wooden floorboards and minimalist furniture in muted tones. All of the apartments and lofts have fully equipped kitchens, and some have balconies overlooking Las Ramblas. There are dozens of bars and restaurants nearby, but some of the best are in La Boqueria itself – Pinotxo is a local favourite. You’re also just around the corner from Granja Dulcinea, famous for indulgent breakfasts that include thick hot chocolate with sponge fingers for dipping.

Apartaments Unió

Just behind the Liceu Opera House and a few steps from La Rambla, Apartments Unió provides a peaceful retreat from the busy streets below. Apartments are decorated in earthy green, cream and burnt orange, with hardwood tables and exposed brick walls. While all the apartments have a small balcony, book the penthouse or studio to get your own private terrace. If you feel like cooking, there’s a convenience store across the street and the colourful Boqueria market is just 300 metres away.

Happy Apartments

Happy Apartments is just off La Rambla and opposite Gaudí’s Palau Güell, but you wouldn’t know it once you step inside. These apartments exude calm, thanks to their pared-back white and grey décor and the floral arrangements that adorn the space. Guests loved the little perks, from complimentary tea and coffee, to soft towels and free toiletries. On the same street as the apartments, you’ll find dozens of restaurants and bars, and you can stock up on groceries at nearby La Boqueria Market.

Barcelona InLoft

Five minutes’ walk from La Rambla, Barcelona InLoft offers two modern loft-style apartments inside a historic building. Traditional vaulted brick ceilings contrast with white walls and contemporary furniture, while abstract paintings and cherry-red armchairs add a burst of colour. Expect a few extra essentials upon your arrival, a local botttle of Cava for instance. There are countless shops and restaurants within a few minutes’ walk – your hosts can recommend some local favourites, like neighbourhood institution Ciudad Condal.

Sweet Inn Apartments – Mezzanine Passeig de Gracia

Sweet Inn Apartments – Mezzanine Passeig de Gracia is located at the end of Passeig de Gràcia, a tree-lined avenue full of designer shops and beautiful buildings. From here it’s just a four-minute walk across Plaça Catalunya to La Rambla. Inside, polished wood ceilings and eclectic décor inject warmth into the space: think leather armchairs, patterned rugs and velvety soft throws. The apartment naturally comes with self-catering facilities and, more notably, 5-star service – there’s even an app to request anything you need, from airport transfers to a fridge stocked with groceries.