Diagonal Mar i el Front Maritim del Poblenou

Barcelona
Diagonal Mar i el Front Maritim del Poblenou
Discover one of Barcelona’s up-and-coming neighborhoods, a rejuvenated area by the sea with an urban park, a big mall and swimming beaches.

After seeing all the main sights in Barcelona, head to Diagonal Mar i El Front Marítim del Poblenou, a rebranded neighborhood in Barcelona’s Sant Martí district. In the past decade or so, this urbanized seafront hub has become a desirable area to live and play in.

Diagonal Mar i el Front Marítim del Poblenou is bordered by the Besòs River, the seafront and Sant Adrià de Besòs. Most of the rejuvenation was completed by 2004, just in time for the Cultural Forum that was held here. The area used to be the notorious slum of La Mina.

“Diagonal Mar” refers to the district at the seaside end of Barcelona’s Avinguda Diagonal. “El Poblenou” refers to a loosely defined new development area of Barcelona. The residential area of “el Front Marítim del Poblenou” is, like its name suggests, the part of Poblenou that borders on the main coastal road out of Barcelona, the Ronda del Litoral.

Cross this road and make your way through the coastal parklands to sink your toes into the sandy beaches of Platja de la Mar Bella and Nova Mar Bella. Splash around in the cool waters and walk along the seafront. Nova Mar Bella is one of the city’s less busy beaches even in summer, while part of Platja de la Mar Bella is a nudist beach with a popular gay club.

Explore Parc de Diagonal Mar, one of Barcelona's largest parks, designed by Enric Miralles. Relax by the lake and mingle with the locals on the tree-lined plaza.

To escape the heat of the day, head into the Centro Comercial de Diagonal Mar, one of the biggest shopping malls in Catalonia. Opened in 2001, it is a modern mall selling all the latest in fashion, technology and home decor.

While a little out of the way from Barcelona’s main tourist sites, Diagonal Mar i El Front Marítim del Poblenou can be reached by metro, buses and trams from the heart of Barcelona. The district is close to Parc del Fòrum and Barcelona's international conference centre (CCIB), on the Maresme side of the Centro Comercial, which means there is no shortage of hotels.


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Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona
Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona
4 out of 5
Passeig Taulat 262-264, Barcelona
The price is CA $200 per night from Apr. 14 to Apr. 15
CA $200
CA $236 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (677 reviews)
"This is a very good hotel to stay, It is just opposite to a big mall with a lot of restaurant and coffee shops. Very convenient and clean."

Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2024

Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona
Occidental Atenea Mar- Adults Only
Occidental Atenea Mar- Adults Only
4 out of 5
Pg. García Faria, 37-47, Barcelona
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $146 per night from Mar. 31 to Apr. 1
CA $146
CA $177 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Great experience and would definitely recommend hotel to others."

Reviewed on Mar. 22, 2024

Occidental Atenea Mar- Adults Only
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 CA $203 per night from Mar. 30 to Mar. 31
CA $203
CA $227 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
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! (2,993 reviews)
Convenient
"The room was comfortable and clean, but the lighting left a bit to be desired. There was no direct light in the room that would help with seeing inside suitcases, etc. On the positive side, the breakfast buffet was excellent, one of the best we have had. The shuttle service was prompt and excellent, ..."

Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2024

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Rialto
Rialto
3 out of 5
Carrer de Ferran, 40-42, Barcelona, Barcelona
The price is CA $142 per night from Apr. 1 to Apr. 2
CA $142
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,170 reviews)
"Good location, easy walk from Aerobus (if you don’t get lost) & Jaume 1 Metro. Small, but recently refurbished, clean bedroom with 2 Juliet balconies & comfortable beds. Was pleased to find phone charger points as had forgotten adapter plug! Great shower. Good plentiful breakfast choices - cooked ..."

Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2024

Rialto
Nobu Hotel Barcelona
Nobu Hotel Barcelona
5 out of 5
Avenida de Roma 2-4, Barcelona, Barcelona
The price is CA $331 per night from Apr. 1 to Apr. 2
CA $331
CA $385 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (491 reviews)
"Nice vibe and smells very good, clean, gentle calm w. special kind of esprit. Thx"

Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2024

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Hotel Barcelona Universal
Hotel Barcelona Universal
4 out of 5
Del Paral.lel, Del 76-78, Barcelona
The price is CA $191 per night from Apr. 1 to Apr. 2
CA $191
CA $226 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Barcelona. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Nice enough, clean, helpful staff. Good that it is possible to open the window for fresh air. Pillows uncomfortable. Some things in the room could use a refresh. The desk in the room was unsuited to business travel. The view from the room of the neighbour's laundry was... Interesting."

Reviewed on Mar. 21, 2024

Hotel Barcelona Universal
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4/5(71 area reviews)

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Diagonal Mar i el Front Maritim del Poblenou

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