Sarrià-Sant Gervasi

Barcelona
Sarrià-Sant Gervasi
Escape the crowded center of Barcelona to visit this ancient Roman and Catalan district that shows a totally different side of the city.

As one of Barcelona’s biggest districts, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi takes in the old Catalan villages of Sarrià, Sant Gervasi de Cassoles, Vallvidrera, Santa Creu d’Olorda and part of the Collserola Mountain.

Just like Gràcia next door, Sarrià and its surrounding villages were added to Barcelona over a century ago, following the development of L’Eixample. Since this merger, completed in 1921, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi has evolved into an upscale city district with leafy parks and good schools.

Sarrià sits in a spot that was once a Roman colony. Artifacts found here date back as far as the 1st century. Walk along its main street, the Major de Sarrià to shop or eat out. While central to the district, it is everything the famous La Rambla is not: quiet, uneventful, affordable and accessible by car.

Look up at the stone clock tower of the Eglésia de Sant Vincenç de Sarrià in Plaça de Sarrià before you visit the Mercat de Sarrià along the nearby Passeig de la Reina Elisenda de Montcada. The elegant market hall first opened its doors in 1900 and is still in use today, after extensive renovations.

In the El Putget i Farró neighborhood of Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, ask the way to the charming Passatge de Sant Felip for a little journey back in time. Also don’t miss the Cases Ramos building, a modernist marvel designed by architect Jaume Torres i Grau in 1906, located in the busy Plaça de Lesseps. Another great example of modernist architecture you can find in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi is the building that houses CosmoCaixa, a science museum with planetarium.

Les Tres Torres (The Three Towers) is another residential neighborhood within the Sarrià-Sant Gervasi district. The area started off with just three grand buildings in the early 20th century, but it’s now a mix of old and new, with more and more high-rises added each year. The neighborhood’s Teresian College is a good example of the district’s prestigious past. Another grand old building, the Casa Muley Afid, now houses the Mexican consulate.

Sarrià-Sant Gervasi is in the northwest of Barcelona’s Old City (Ciutat Vella) and is farthest inland. While not all that cheap, it’s the quietest area within Barcelona and will appeal to those hoping to get a good night’s rest.


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Top hotels in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi

Barcelona Airport Hotel
Barcelona Airport Hotel
4 out of 5
Plaza de la Volateria, 3, Poligono Mas Blau, El Prat de Llobregat
The price is €138 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
€138
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in El Prat de Llobregat. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,461 reviews)
"Arrived at 9:30 and checked in at 11am. Staff very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2024

Barcelona Airport Hotel
Rialto
Rialto
3 out of 5
Carrer de Ferran, 40-42, Barcelona, Barcelona
The price is €109 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
€109
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,862 reviews)
First visit to Barcelona
"I read prior reviews of hotel before i chose to stay here. They were spot on. The hotel is friendly and clean. The breakfast buffet was well done. The hotel is within walking distance to many sights but if not taxis are readily available. I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2024

Rialto
Nobu Hotel Barcelona
Nobu Hotel Barcelona
5 out of 5
Avenida de Roma 2-4, Barcelona, Barcelona
The price is €237 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
€237
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (816 reviews)
"Good location close to metro and railway station. Staff is outstanding. Closet is quite small, one/two shelves missing."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2024

Nobu Hotel Barcelona
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
Grand Hyatt Barcelona
5 out of 5
Plaza de Pio XII, 4, Barcelona
The price is €189 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
€189
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,036 reviews)
"This hotel was very pretty and clean. The staff was very nice and spoke great English. I highly recommended this hotel. They also have a great gym and spa. I would stay here again!"

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2024

Grand Hyatt Barcelona
Leonardo Royal Hotel Barcelona Fira
Leonardo Royal Hotel Barcelona Fira
4 out of 5
Carrer dels Alts Forns, 40, Barcelona
The price is €84 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
€84
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (740 reviews)
Very nice!
"Hotel was very nice and clean. The staff was very kind and helpful. Great stay."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2024

Leonardo Royal Hotel Barcelona Fira
INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo
INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo
4 out of 5
Avinguda del Paral.lel, 57-59, Barcelona, Barcelona
The price is €161 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
€161
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (866 reviews)
"Comfortable room with early-ish check in (3 PM) and a later check out (noon), well suited to our needs in this trip. Friendly and efficient luggage hold, comfortable beds, quiet room at night (after housekeeping left), free mini bar with juice and water, coffee with ceramic cups and glass cups for ..."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2024

INNSiDE by Melia Barcelona Apolo
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Other neighbourhoods around Sarrià-Sant Gervasi

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Les Corts

4/5(108 area reviews)

Noted for its cafes and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Les Corts. Top attractions like Camp Nou and L’Illa Diagonal Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Les Corts Station or Numància Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Gràcia

4.5/5(111 area reviews)

Architecture, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Gràcia. Make a stop by Park Güell or Gaudi Experiencia while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Joanic Station or Fontana Station to get around town.

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L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample

Visitors to L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Avinguda Diagonal and Mercat del Ninot. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Provenca Station.

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Sants

Travellers choose Sants for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Placa de Sants - L5 Station or Mercat Nou Station and check out top sights like Park of Industrial Spain.

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Esquerra de l'Eixample

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Esquerra de l'Eixample. Check out top attractions like Placa Universitat and Sant Antoni Market, and jump on the metro at Urgell Station or Hospital Clinic Station to see more of the city.

Esquerra de l'Eixample
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Eixample

4.5/5(1,463 area reviews)

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Eixample. Check out top attractions like Plaça de Catalunya and Sagrada Familia, and jump on the metro at Diagonal Station or Passeig de Gracia Station to see more of the city.

Eixample


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