Primavera Sound: Hotels for Barcelona’s Top Music Festival

“Fearless music festival Primavera Sound is one the most respected in Europe. Its ground-breaking line-up covers all musical genres, bringing exciting new acts to the same stages as bona fide music legends. Taking place in the coastal Parc del Fòrum, it takes over Barcelona with workshops, film screenings, shows and after-hours parties at the end of May. And good news for dyed-in-the-wool urbanites: there’s no need to camp.

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Hotel SB Diagonal Zero Barcelona
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Right at the heart of the action, Hotel SB Diagonal Zero is a nine-minute stroll to Parc del Fòrum and Primavera Sound’s private sandy beach. It has a great range of rooms, with triples and suites if you’re travelling in a group. Post-party essentials include an exceptional urban spa and 17th-floor swimming pool with city skyline views, while cocktails on the terrace bar will set you up a treat for another festival night.

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Vincci Marítimo
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Another great choice for proximity to the main Primavera Sound venue, Vincci Marítimo is slightly quieter, tucked away on a side street next to a green park. Geared up for a slightly different feel from the usual Barcelona tourist scene, it’s only a few metres from Mar Bella beach, with a distinctly Mediterranean beach vibe perfect for chilling. A short stumble home from the festival, it’s also a street away from Avinguda Diagonal, which intersects the city and has great transport links.

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Barcelô Raval
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On the doorstep of the lively Las Ramblas, the supremely cosmopolitan Barcelô Ravalboasts that Barcelona buzz in spades. If you’re not seduced by the innovative lobby design, then pop up to the marvellous panoramic terrace for an incredible view. Still not won over? Try modern and creative tapas, cocktails and superb Sunday brunch. Take a picturesque stroll across the Gothic Quarter to catch a line 4 metro to the main Primavera Sound venue.

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Chic & Basic Born
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Pretty much the coolest neighbourhood in the city, the Born district is multi-faceted and lively. Uncover cultural gems like the Picasso Museum, Estaciô de França station and the old Born Market alongside original boutiques, innovative restaurants and chic bars. Concept hotel Chic & Basic Born combines the traditional with the futuristic. Change the lighting colour depending on your mood, lounge in the common area, or rent a bike to cycle 20 minutes along the beachfront to Parc del Fòrum.

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Hotel Suizo
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The Gothic Quarter is Barcelona’s closest thing to an all-out party district. On the street behind the gothic cathedral, Hotel Suizo is perfectly placed to walk to festival opening nights at Sala Apolo and BARTS, or any of the many festival club nights. You can also take a direct metro from neighbouring Jaume I to El Maresme-Fòrum Station from 5am until 2am on the Friday and non-stop on the Saturday. Recently refurbished, this bright and roomy three-star hotel offers great value and an even better location.

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