H10 Cubik - Barcelona

H10 Cubik is your Barcelona base with plenty of personality. This design-led hotel is brilliantly central, with just the right amount of swish. Tucked along Via Laietana in the heart of the city, this hotel is a short stroll from the Gothic Quarter and iconic spots like Placa de Catalunya. The hotel’s eighth-floor terrace is the show-stopper. Complete with a plunge pool and loungers, up here you can soak up views that sparkle straight across to the Cathedral. Rooms are simple, comfy and quietly chic, with upgrades offering more space to stretch and private balconies. Throw in a rooftop bar, breezy buffet breakfasts and proper cocktails, and it’s a dreamy pick for couples or solo wanderers wanting to be in the thick of it.

This hotel’s perfectly central location places you within strolling distance of just about everything. The Gothic Quarter is about 900 metres away, with its grand cathedral, quaint alleys and kitschy little bars. Las Ramblas and Placa de Catalunya are practically on your doorstep – both within 500 metres. For a cultural fix, the age-old concert hall, Palau de Musica Catalana, is just 250 metres away and is perfect for an evening out or midday matinee. Otherwise, wander over to the Barcelona History Museum, a mere 550 metres away. Shoppers can head to Portal de L’Angel, 400 metres from the hotel, for boutiques and bustle. Meanwhile, sunseekers can take a detour, just over a mile out, to Ciutadella Park for a bit of greenery and calm. Hop in a taxi or on the metro to venture over to bigger sights like the Sagrada Familia and Park Guell – both within five miles. Barcelona Airport is around 10 miles from the hotel.

H10 Cubik’s design is clever and cool, with the lobby leaning into Brutalist chic. Think clean lines and geometric shapes, with bursts of velveteen, wood and primary colour adding playful pops. There’s even a central book tower in the reception, if you fancy a flick-through while you wait. Rooms are crisp and calm, with soft neutrals and fun flashes of colour and bathrooms keep things simple with sleek tiling, brass touches and all the essentials. Upgrade for a more spacious stay and a private balcony, perfect for balmy nights with a glass of something local.