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The coolest boutique design hotels in the city have their own name and it is none other than chic&basic. These are their last names: Reding, Habana Hoose, Born Boutique, Velvet, Lemon Boutique, Zoo, and Tallers. All of them are located in the heart of Barcelona but each one has its own particular concept. So if you don't know which one to choose, tell us your mood and we'll tell you which chic&basic to go for.

Hotels in the centre of Barcelona

The chic&basic hotels offer comfort and unique experiences in the heart of the city. Strategically located, our hotels in the centre of Barcelona offer different concepts to suit your travel style.

We have several hotels at your disposal and all of them are located in outstanding places in the centre of Barcelona. Find your accommodation and get to know the modernist city par excellence in depth. On our website you will see our hotel offers in the centre of Barcelona.

chic&basic Habana Hoose
Barcelona
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chic&basic Born Boutique
Barcelona
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chic&basic Velvet
Barcelona
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chic&basic Lemon Boutique
Barcelona
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chic&basic Zoo
Barcelona
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chic&basic Tallers
Barcelona
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chic&basic Reding
Barcelona
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Location, location, location

All our hotels in the centre of Barcelona are close to tourist points of interest so that you can experience and make the most of your stay in a city that never sleeps.

Learn about the history of the old part of the city and immerse yourself in the modernist art of Gaudí and the thematic museums from our centrally located chic&basic hotels. Discover the famous Ramblas street, the Boqueria market, the old town, Arc de Triomf, and the Sagrada Familia. Visit the majestic Cathedral and the Santa María del Mar church, take a walk through Barceloneta to enjoy a paella and have a swim in the Mediterranean.

Hotels in the centre of Barcelona

Want to explore Barcelona in an authentic way? At chic&basic we strive to help you discover the best the city has to offer from our hotels in Barcelona city centre.

Discover the pleasure of shopping in the most luxurious streets and stroll through Plaza Catalunya (Barcelona’s main square). Enjoy the wonderful gastronomy in the most outstanding restaurants and then quench your thirst in the coolest cocktail lounges and bars in the city.

Come stay with us and get to know Barcelona. Our modern hotels in Barcelona city centre are the most chic and glamorous place to stay and attend the best events in the city. Barcelona never sleeps, every day you'll find many activities and events on offer from concerts, football matches, theatres, congresses and much more.

Barcelona is a city renowned for its cultural, financial, commercial, and touristic importance. It is located in a privileged spot surrounded by sea and mountains, accompanied by a pleasant Mediterranean climate. It has one of the largest and most important ports in the Mediterranean and is also a key communication point between Spain and France, due to highway connections and high-speed trains. The city’s Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport welcomes millions of passengers each year.

Cooltura

Fashion, art, photography, design, performances, music. Culture is part of our core identity and is present in all our hotels. We support, promote, and welcome daring artistic and cultural expressions that stir something inside us, invite us to interact, and allow us to feel that we are part of the experience.

City guide

Barcelona’s markets are one of the most authentic expressions of the city’s local culture, living traditions that have stood the test of time.

Events

Find out everything about Pride in Barcelona, an event that turns the city into the epicentre of LGBTQ+ pride, visibility, and activism.

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Photography lovers should not miss the World Press Photo exhibition in Barcelona, a must for anyone who appreciates art, culture and stories told through powerful images.

Summer is synonym of fun, sun and, of course, music festivals. Check out the best summer festivals in Barcelona, Madrid and Porto.

Events

If you are planning to visit Barcelona in September, there is one event you can't miss: the popular festival of La Mercè.

Events

chic&basic hosted the second edition of Art Photo Bcn. A hybrid event where, in addition to discovering the latest photography by emerging artists, conferences, workshops, and courses were held for the general and specialised public.

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Committed to culture and art from Barcelona, chic&basic hotels supports local theatre with the events of ‘Microtasting’ theatre.

Theatrical pieces in a small format, lasting no more than 20 minutes, for guests and citizens of Barcelona. Every Wednesday and Thursday at our hotels in Barcelona. (Note: Season finished).

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chic&basic converted itself into an exhibition space to give voice to the third edition of the Art Photo BCN festival, an initiative of the Art Deal Project gallery that brings photographic creation to all kinds of audiences. chic&basic became the stage where 20 photographers exhibited and explained their works to a professional jury from the art sector.

Events

chic&basic shows its commitment to the world of images by collaborating with the Documentary Photography and Photojournalism Festival DOCfield>16, an event organised by the Photographic Social Vision foundation.

Awards

chic&basic was awarded the Photolover 2016 distinction, granted by the Photographic Social Vision Foundation.

chic&basic once again stood in the forefront of the Catalan capital’s artistic sector, thanks to the collaboration of its hotels in Barcelona in events such as the World Press Photo and the DOCfield chic&Basic Festival, with a recognition that rewards its efforts to present photography to all audiences, an artistic discipline as beautiful as it is full of possibilities.

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chic&basic collaborates with Read or Die, a call to the creative community that supports the printed format. A meeting point where you can connect with different agents of creation and find new publications that are emerging in the publishing market.

At chic&basic we enjoy contemporary and urban art. That is why we sponsor the “Fenòmens” series, where hybrid creations take the body as the central point and combine it with movement, technology, music, performance, image, and dance.

 

Events

Weekend Art is an event where a selection of designers, artists, and fashion designers exhibit and sell their creative work over the course of a weekend.

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One day, one hotel, 40 designers. Changing Room is where the contemporary, fresh, and cool design of our hotels merges with the creations of 40 national and international designers, who are offered a room to display their work.

Culture

Welcome to Barcelona, a city brimming with vibrant culture, stunning architecture, and a rich history that's waiting to be explored.

Events

Project led by Silvia Prada. This stirring artist created a series of photographs for our chic&basic Born hotel. For this she chose boys and girls on the street and locked them in a hotel room to "play" while she photographed them. The photographs were taken in the rooms as well as in the restaurant and common areas.

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At chic&basic we know that a picture is worth a thousand words. That's why we take so much care of our graphics.

Awards

chic&basic’s “20 years of craziness” campaign wins the 2025 Laus Bronze Award. A visual tribute to two decades of creative rebellion.

Gastronomy

From casual beach bars to high-end restaurants, these are the best beach restaurants in Barcelona where you can enjoy some tapas or a paella by the sea.

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Fashion designer Pablo Erroz and contemporary artist Luis Vidal have joined forces to create an exclusive piece of decoration for chic&basic hotels.

Gastronomy

Barcelona is a city that never sleeps, always vibrant and full of life. If you're a mixology lover looking for something a little more sophisticated than the usual bars, you'll love exploring Barcelona's best cocktail bars.

Gastronomy

Explore Barcelona's tapas bars and enjoy a variety of delicious bites while you dive into the authentic local life.

Events

If you are planning to visit Barcelona in the spring, there is one celebration you can't miss: Sant Jordi's Day.

Events

Primavera Sound Barcelona is just around the corner, bringing with it the musical experience of the year. Check out the dates, the lineup for Primavera Sound 2025, and other details about the upcoming edition.

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The Pride 2024 celebrations are just around the corner and the cities of Madrid, Barcelona and Porto are getting ready to have another great party.

City guide

Barcelona, famous for its vibrant culture, delectable cuisine, and stunning architecture, is also home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean.

City guide

With emblematic monuments such as the Sagrada Família and Parc Güell, designed by the famous architect Antoni Gaudí, the Agbar Tower and its magnificent beaches, Barcelona offers a unique perspective from the heights.

City guide

Discover the best day trips from Barcelona: explore charming villages, idyllic beaches, mountain landscapes, and historic sites full of charm.

Events

One of Barcelona’s greatest cultural attractions is its music festivals. From Primavera Sound to Sónar, discover the best music festivals in Barcelona.

Events

Barcelona is a paradise for music lovers, thanks to its diverse offering of concerts throughout the year.