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Rooftop pools with the Sagrada Família in the background
Barcelona is a city where the rooftops matter as much as the streets. Here we rank the hotels that combine Gaudí views, Mediterranean breezes and crystal-clear blue water.
At a glance
Last verified 2026-09-16
Each shortlist is generated live from verified pool data for Barcelona.
Guides
Big guide · 9 min
The complete ranking of Barcelona's ten best hotel pools — from iconic Hotel Arts to secret rooftop plunges in Gòtic.
Rooftop · 5 min
Seven rooftop pools where the view matters as much as the water. With hours, dress code and the cost of getting in as a non-guest.
Beach · 6 min
Hotels in Barceloneta and Poblenou where you can combine the sea with a really good hotel pool. Plus a hidden gem in Diagonal Mar.
Practical · 4 min
Everything about pool season in Barcelona — when do the rooftop pools open, which are open year-round, and how early in the year is it warm enough?
Ranking
#21–29 · Page 3 of 3
Sant Antoni · Rooftop outdoor pool, indoor spa pool
The Pestana Arena Barcelona features a shared outdoor rooftop pool offering views of the art museum and Montjuic. Additionally, some Junior Suites include private outdoor jacuzzis on their terraces. The hotel also has a fitness center.
La Rambla
Le Méridien Barcelona offers a rooftop pool within its Spa Studio, providing open city views. The outdoor sundeck is part of the Spa Studio experience.
23Barceloneta · Outdoor Pool
The W Barcelona offers two distinct pool experiences. The indoor AWAY Spa Pool, part of the GETAWAY area, is heated and exclusively for adults, requiring reservations for one-hour slots. The outdoor Wet Deck Pool features an infinity edge and offers sea views, providing a beachfront swimming experience.
24Eixample · Rooftop and Spa pools
The Sir Victor Hotel features a rooftop pool and a spa pool. The rooftop pool offers urban skyline views, including Casa Milà and La Sagrada Familia, and is described as a plunge pool, more suited for relaxing than laps. It is accompanied by sunbeds and umbrellas. The indoor spa pool is heated and is an adults-only …
25Eixample · Rooftop pool
The Renaissance Barcelona Hotel features a rooftop pool offering panoramic city views. The outdoor pool is heated and open year-round. An indoor heated pool is also available, providing a serene retreat. Day passes are sold for the outdoor pool area, which includes lounge chairs and cabanas.
Diagonal Mar · Rooftop Outdoor Pool
The Hilton Diagonal Mar features a single outdoor pool. This pool is located on a garden deck and is also described as being on the rooftop of the hotel. It is accessible to hotel guests.
27Eixample · Rooftop outdoor pool
The Ayre Hotel Rosselló features a popular rooftop terrace offering 360º views of Barcelona and the Sagrada Familia. It is described as a gathering space for hotel guests.
28Passeig de Gràcia · Rooftop Pool & Spa Hydro-pool
The hotel features a rooftop pool with panoramic city views, including the Sagrada Família. This outdoor pool provides a setting for guests to take a quick dip or lounge, with chaise lounge chairs available. The rooftop area also houses a bar.
29Port Vell
The hotel features a single outdoor rooftop pool with views of Port Vell, Barcelona, the Mediterranean Sea, and the city. It is open during the summer season and is for hotel guests, including children.
By style
The Top 10 in Barcelona ranks every pool by overall score. These shortlists narrow it down by what kind of afternoon you want.
Skyline views, sunset DJs, plunge pools above the city.
Diagonal · Rooftop Outdoor Pool
El Born · Rooftop heated
Port Forum · Rooftop pool club & Miami-inspired boardwalk pool
Big-water, full-cabana hotels — closest thing to a beach resort in town.
Port Forum · Rooftop pool club & Miami-inspired boardwalk pool
Barceloneta · Outdoor Pool
Barceloneta · Outdoor Pool
Where the pool works outside high summer.
Diagonal · Rooftop Outdoor Pool
El Born · Rooftop heated
Passeig de Gràcia · Rooftop outdoor pool
Neighborhoods
A quick map of which Barcelona neighborhoods have the most pool hotels — and what to expect from each.
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