Barcelona is one of my favorite cities, and I've been there several times. It's the largest city in Catalonia, and there are so many great hotels to choose from. From luxury hotels with rooftop pools to retro hostels, you'll find it all!
You'll naturally pay a bit more for the more luxurious hotels, but the ones on this list are definitely worth it. Still, you don't have to pay a fortune for a nice hotel in this city. For example, one of the most beautiful hotels on this list costs just €39 per night!
In this list from @yourlbb, you'll find the most beautiful boutique hotels in Barcelona. We've heard such good things about hotels we haven't stayed at ourselves that we definitely couldn't miss them.
HAVE FUN PLANNING YOUR CITY TRIP TO BARCELONA!
𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟭𝟮, 𝟭𝟯, 𝟭𝟰 & 𝟭𝟱
Rain or shine, there's never a dull moment in Amsterdam. Pinky promise!
From the Museum Market to spring openings and some really great restaurant deals.
The only thing I wish for is some sun this weekend. The rest will be perfect with this packed list full of tips!
💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 and I'll send you the Amsterdam Weekend Guide with 59 tips straight to your DMs.
Have fun, and come up and say HI if you see me at one of these events this weekend <3.
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🖊️ @anne_de_buck
Follow @yourlbb for the best Amsterdam hotspots, new restaurants, weekend tips and travel inspiration in The Netherlands and beyond. Only Amsterdam tips? Then check out @yourlbb.amsterdam.

MOOD 👀, I woke up really early today and was just scrolling through my photos of Bangkok 🌴.
Then I thought: how nice would it be if we shared our booked and wishlist destinations for inspiration?
Here's a safari in Malawi & Zimbabwe 🐆 in the books with a stopover in Nairobi.
I'm also going to Paris for a few nights by train with Manuel. So excited! I'm going to visit all the Parisian clichés and more with him ✌🏼.
Also on the wishlist: China (May holiday), midweek Athens & coast (summer), London (always a good idea), Amalfi & Rome (Manuel's dream for the autumn holiday) & Japan (Christmas holiday including skiing, tips welcome☺️).
My intention for 2026 is also to plan more fun days/nights away in the Netherlands.
And I would love to go to Japan solo, but well... first I have to get back to work 😅😉.
Speaking off: happy new week!!
I'd love to daydream about your travel plans.
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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

I have a nice garden and a nice summer day 🖤
March = the month in which my favourite Sunday markets start up again in full swing.
So my Sunday plans are quickly made: stroll along stalls, discover new food trucks and go home with a bag full of organic products or a good vintage find.
What I love about it? Every market has its own vibe.
• @feelgoodmarket for creativity and live music in Eindhoven
• Vintage heaven at @ijhallen
• @sundaymarket with creative makers and food trucks
• Curated vintage & design gems at @cabinetamsterdam
• @fairpricedvintage for scoring vintage clothing at many locations in the Netherlands
Have fun!
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🖊️ @anne_de_buck
Follow @yourlbb for the best markets, restaurants, travel guides, and more tips to make the most of your free time.
#sundaymarket #marketsinthenetherlands #vintagemarket #weekendtips #yourlittleblackbook

If you only go to one terrace in Amsterdam this weekend, make it @caferestaurant.meyer! What a great addition to the Amstelveld 😍.
Open from 10am, a very nice lunch menu, a wine list with a bottle of rosé for €20, but also olive ice cream with caviar (incredibly delicious!).
I'll be back soon to try the evening menu as well.
Tip: you can make a reservation on the terrace!
And did I mention there's a playground next door?
Have a nice weekend 😘
🖊️ @anne_de_buck
PS: Follow @yourlbb & @yourlbb.amsterdam for more Amsterdam tips and travel guides to destinations around the world.
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My fav spot for freddo cappuccino in Amsterdam that transports me back to Greece.
Add a slice of spanakopita and you have the best breakfast to enjoy along the Amstel river.
My motto for the coming spring is to take more walks, so expect a lot of recs for coffee and other drinks to go in this new series! ☀️
Where should I go next?
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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟱, 𝟲, 𝟳 & 𝟴
The first weekend in Amsterdam that actually feels like spring? I can't wait to spend time on the terrace this weekend and just cycle around town and go to the market for some shopping in the sun :-) 🌞.
YES dears; I'm back from vacation and fully ready for Dutch spring, long lunches and spontaneous dates with my favorite city Amsterdam.
This weekend is packed with fun things to do! From an Italian market in West with @zicami_market, to the @tableware.amsterdam pop-up sale, treasure hunting at the @ijhallen and the @nocknock.art fair. There's something for every day!
And is it just me, or is the wave of new restaurant openings huge this year? In the full weekend guide I keep a weekly updated list of the new places to check out.
The following:
📍 @caferestaurant.meyer
📍 @bouillondamsterdam
📍 @weinlokalstern
📍 @voorwaarts
💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 and I'll send you the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide with 55 tips straight to your DMs.
Have fun making plans!
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🖊️ @anne_de_buck
Follow @yourlbb for the best Amsterdam hotspots, new restaurants, weekend tips and travel inspiration in The Netherlands and beyond. Only Amsterdam tips? Then check out @yourlbb.amsterdam.

I love my mother-in-law and I love her mother-in-law ❄️
Note to self: always leave room in your suitcase for souvenirs. During my ski trip to Méribel, I popped into the local pharmacy just before leaving, and these are the beauty products I took home.
They've been tested extensively and are all more than YLBB-approved. Save them for your next trip to France (or your online beauty store).
Which souvenirs always make it back in your suitcase? I'm curious!
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🖊️ @anne_de_buck
PS: Follow @yourlbb for tons of tips on how to make the most of your free time — from travel tips to travel guides and more.

𝗩𝗢𝗢𝗥𝗝𝗔𝗔𝗥𝗦𝗩𝗔𝗞𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗘 𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗗𝗘: 𝟯𝟬+ 𝗸𝗶𝗱𝘀𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀
Spring break = sun, rain, hail, and everything in between. But don't stress: I've got a super comprehensive guide ready for you with 30+ tips for fun things to do together in Amsterdam and throughout the Netherlands.
From creative workshops to children's films that you will also like, indoor playgrounds and rainproof museums.
After years of testing hotspots with my own son, I know one thing: good planning and fun things to do together every day makes your holiday so much more enjoyable.
Via my link in bio you will find the direct links to the complete guides on 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗧𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗞𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞.𝗺𝗲 with all the details + many more tips to make every holiday a party.
Have fun!
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🖊️ @anne_de_buck
Follow @yourlbb for tons of tips to make the most of your free time, from restaurants to travel guides, and regular updates on the best kid-friendly tips. And have you spotted @yourlbb.amsterdam yet? The dedicated account for my love of Amsterdam 🫶🏼.

The following: 𝗠𝗲́𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗹 ❄️
Looking for a stylish winter sports destination in France? Méribel is one of those places where everything is perfect: beautiful ski-in/ski-out hotels, excellent restaurants on and off the slopes, wonderful spas, and, if you're feeling energetic, après-ski.
I was there for a weekend without my little FAM, but I knew straight away: this is also perfect for the whole family thanks to the many green and blue slopes, so we will definitely go back!
Below are the Méribel tips you'll want to save 👇🏼
**Illegible**
⦁ @lecoucoumeribel 📷
⦁ @refugedelatraye
⦁ @lachaudannemeribel
⦁ @lekailameribel
𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗟𝗢𝗣𝗘 𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚
⦁ @beefbar.meribel
⦁ @leblanchot.vt
⦁ @tipimeribel
⦁ @leclosbernard_
⦁ @maya_altitude
⦁ @le_monchu & their food truck
𝗢𝗙𝗙 𝗦𝗟𝗢𝗣𝗘 𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚
⦁ @fifi.meribel
⦁ Biancaneve in @lecoucoumeribel
⦁ L'Ekrin* in @lekailameribel
⦁ @la_fromagerie_meribel
⦁ @brasseriele80
⦁ @liliebistrotmeribel
𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗘̀𝗦 𝗦𝗞𝗜
A long lunch at La Fruitière and then dancing on the tables at @foliedoucemeribel. Just because we can.
'𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗥' 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗚
⦁ No trip to France is complete without a stop at the local Pharmacy for the best beauty brands.
⦁ And have you even been to France if you don't take home some cheese and charcuterie as souvenirs ;-).
𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗦 𝗬𝗢𝗨'𝗟𝗟 𝗟𝗢𝗩𝗘
⦁ Spa day @lecoucoumeribel (can also be booked outside the season for non-hotel guests!).
⦁ Nuxe Spa @lekailameribel
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⦁ Take a walk through the Lac de Tuéda nature reserve and have lunch at @la_buvette_de_tueda.
⦁ A must: book the First Track and be the first on the slopes at sunrise (incl. breakfast).
𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗧𝗢 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘
Taking the train to your ski holiday? I say go for it! Door-to-door via Paris (Eurostar + TGV + bus) to Méribel in just over 10 hours. I found it very relaxing!
And of course it would be even more fun to add a night in Paris to it next time.
Save these tips if you're a winter sports lover like me 🫶🏼.
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🖊️ @anne_de_buck
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#presstrip #invited by @meribel3vallees

𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗙𝗲𝗯 𝟭𝟵, 𝟮𝟬, 𝟮𝟭 & 𝟮𝟮
While I'm currently hopping from hotel to hotel and neighborhood to neighborhood in Bangkok (all in the name of “research” and new food hotspots for the new LITTLE BLACK BOOK 😉). Back home, Amsterdam is serving peak weekend vibes.
Think: Dim Sum Sunday in Noord, vibrant Chinese New Year celebrations across the city and a Vietnamese Tết feast at @yen.diningbar. Add market gems like the @le.temps.perdu.brocante pop-up in Oud-West and @themakermarket at De Hallen, and your weekend basically plans itself.
And yes, make time for ARTIS: there are now two elephant calves and they're too cute. 🐘🐘 Instant serotonin incoming, I promise!
💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 to get the full Weekend Guide with 71 things to do in Amsterdam in your DMs.
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🖊️ @anne_de_buck
PS: Follow @yourlbb for the best food hotspots, travel inspiration and things to do in The Netherlands and beyond. And for all Amsterdam tips, don't forget @yourlbb.amsterdam.

Happy Lunar New Year from Bangkok!
🥹 yellow lion in the third frame 🫶🏼❤️
#liondance #lunarnewyear #centralworld #bangkok #chinesenewyear lion dance performance at central world bangkok for lunar new year 2026

My small tiny Thai wedding 🥰
Krabi 27-12-23 / Amsterdam 14-12-24
Still so glad we had a rather spontaneous elopement wedding in Thailand with just the three of us during the Christmas holidays instead of staying engaged forever ❤️. I would do it again in a heartbeat!
Happy V-day 😘

Address: Rambla Catalunya 27, Barcelona, Spain
Free Wi-Fi? Yes
Prices: From €62, depending on the season and the room. Click here for the best prices >>
This boutique hotel is housed in a 19th-century palace on Rambla Catalunya, in the heart of Barcelona. The building boasts authentic features such as Baroque pillars and colorful floors, giving the hotel a wonderfully atmospheric feel. The chic rooms are adorned with striking green tiles, and the interior is minimalist yet very inviting.

© Hotel Praktik Rambla, Barcelona
Address: Provenca 279, Barcelona, Spain
Free Wi-Fi? Yes
Prices: From €66, depending on the season and the room. Click here for the best prices >>
This hotel is part of the same chain as Praktik Rambla and is located in the heart of Barcelona, a five-minute walk from the Diagonal metro station. Praktik Bakery It has its own bakery (as the name suggests) where you can pick up delicious rolls. Enjoy these rolls and other pastries for breakfast. Moreover, the hotel is within walking distance of many bars, so Barcelona is at your feet even in the evening!

© Praktik Bakery, Barcelona
Address: Diputació 325, Barcelona, Spain
Free Wi-Fi? Yes
Prices: From €39, depending on the season and the room. Click here for the best prices >>
Yes, this hotel is also part of the Praktik hotel group. It's located near Girona metro station, from where you can reach Barceloneta city beach in 15 minutes. All rooms have a balcony, and you can relax on the hotel's terrace or in the garden.

© Praktik Garden, Barcelona
Address: Balmes 51, Barcelona, Spain
Free Wi-Fi? Yes
Prices: From €66, depending on the season and the room. Click here for the best prices >>
The last but certainly not the least hotel in the list of Praktik hotels. Praktik Vinoteca Located in the center of Barcelona, it's just a 700-meter walk from Plaza Catalunya and 600 meters from Paseo de Gracia, where you'll find a wealth of great shops. The bright, soundproofed rooms have wooden floors, creating a cozy atmosphere. Highly recommended!

© Praktik Vinotaca, Barcelona
Address: Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, Barcelona, Spain
Free Wi-Fi? Yes
Prices: From €100, depending on the season and the room. Click here for the best prices >>
This hotel is definitely one of the best boutique hotels in Barcelona. Hotel Casa Bonay Located in the center of Barcelona, 200 meters from the Tetuanmet metro station, the hotel features a shared terrace where you can relax after a day exploring the city. All rooms at Hotel Casa Bonay are housed in a 19th-century neoclassical residential building, and the coffee served at Satan's Coffee Corner café (next to the lobby) is on many "best coffee in Barcelona" lists!

© Hotel Casa Bonay, Barcelona
Address: Paseo de Gracia 46, Barcelona, Spain
Free Wi-Fi? Yes
Prices: From €202, depending on the season and the room. Click here for the best prices >>
Hotel Margot House in Barcelona is a ten-minute walk from the famous Las Ramblas boulevard. All rooms in this hotel feature modern furnishings, wooden floors, and a bathtub! This hotel is ideal if you enjoy shopping and great restaurants. The neighborhood is full of charming shops and bars. Tip: Be sure to stroll back to the hotel through the narrow streets; that's where you'll find the city's true gems.

© Hotel Margot House, Barcelona
Address: Gran Vía de laes Corts Catalanes 670, Barcelona, Spain
Free Wi-Fi? Yes
Prices: From €243, depending on the season and the room. Click here for the best prices >>
This hotel is on the pricey side, but we understand why! Cotton House Hotel It has a stylish bar and its own restaurant. Enjoy Spanish tapas on the terrace, and there are many restaurants in the surrounding streets. The rooftop terrace offers stunning city views, and here you'll find the outdoor pool surrounded by sunbeds. The perfect place to relax after a day of exploring.

© Cotton House Hotel, Barcelona
Address: Calabria 128, Barcelona, Spain
Free Wi-Fi? Yes
Prices: From €60, depending on the season and the room. Click here for the best prices >>
This trendy hotel in Barcelona is one of my personal favorites. The colorful decor immediately cheers you up, and the hotel has a pleasant, laid-back atmosphere. Warehouse has 128 rooms and is located in the Eixample district. You'll have to walk a bit further to reach the city's best shopping streets; Poral de L'Àngel is 1,7 kilometers away, and Plaça Catalunya is an 18-minute walk away. In my opinion, Barcelona is the perfect city for walking, as you'll see much more of its fascinating history. But if you prefer to take the metro, that's certainly an option as well.

© Magatzem 128, Barcelona
Address: Nou de la Rambla 174, Barcelona, Spain
Free Wi-Fi? Yes
Prices: From €80, depending on the season and the room. Click here for the best prices >>
When talking about the best boutique hotels in Barcelona, Hotel Brummell It's definitely a place to be. This 20-room hotel is just a stone's throw from the Miró Foundation and the Grec Theatre. You can take unlimited yoga classes during your stay and there's a running club for both guests and locals. There's also an outdoor pool, a wellness center, and a sauna. And did we mention the beautiful interior?

© Hotel Brummell, Barcelona
Address: Carretera Vallvidrera-Tibidabo 83-93, Barcelona, Spain
Free Wi-Fi? Yes
Prices: From €167, depending on the season and the room. Click here for the best prices >>
This five-star hotel is perched on Tibidabo Hill, offering spectacular views of Barcelona and the Mediterranean Sea. The rooms have everything you need, including a wonderful bathtub! You can also enjoy the terraces, stroll through the beautiful gardens, and, of course, relax in the pool. Book this hotel well in advance to take advantage of the great rates!

© Gran Hotel La Florida GL Monumento, Barcelona
Address: Carrer de Girona 81, Barcelona, Spain
Free Wi-Fi? Yes
Prices: From €103, depending on the season and the room. Click here for the best prices >>
retrome Located in the trendy Gràcia neighborhood, just 600 meters from the popular Passeig de Gràcia shopping street, the rooms are all uniquely decorated, and some open onto a balcony or terrace. The decor is delightfully retro, which is quite cool, in my opinion! The beach is four metro stops away, and you can easily catch the train to Barcelona Airport. A nice touch: each room has its own record player, complete with your choice of records.

© Retrome, Barcelona
Address: Carretera Vallvidrera-Tibidabo 83-93, Barcelona, Spain
Free Wi-Fi? Yes
Prices: From €314, depending on the season and the room. Click here for the best prices >>
Near Las Ramblas, you'll find the El Palace Barcelona hotel. An impressive building from the outside, and that impression continues the moment you step inside. It doesn't get more classic than this! This hotel has two restaurants: one in the lobby and the other on the rooftop terrace. On that same terrace, you'll find the outdoor pool surrounded by sun loungers, where you can relax with a magazine or a good book. The hotel also has a fitness room, a business center, and a spa.

© El Palace, Barcelona
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Your Little Black Book contains hundreds of tips for hotels and unique accommodations worldwide, from luxury to budget and from boutique hotels to apartments.
1 Our favorite website for booking hotels is Booking.comIf you regularly book hotel rooms here, you will be Genius member And you have access to secret deals and extra discounts. Which filters do we always use to find the best hotels? Choose a high review score, set your maximum budget, and select the neighborhood you want to stay in. Or search using the map function, paying extra attention to whether there's a metro station nearby.
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Airbnb, but also consider providers such as:
Belville en
Interhome (with a wide range throughout Europe),
Dream parks (where they have tiny houses in the Netherlands, among other things),
Landal of
Nature house (with beautiful houses in nature). For the most beautiful holiday homes in France, visit the website Gites.nl is recommended.
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