While away the balmy summer evenings on some of Barcelona's loveliest terraces. Here are some of our favourite places to chill out and sip on a cool cocktail when the city gets too hot.
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Hotel Pulitzer
One of the city’s most popular afterwork terraces for its music sessions, La Terraza at the Pulitzer offers acoustic evenings on Wednesdays and international DJs at the weekend. The terrace is exotically natural, with plenty of wood and earth tones and dripping with lush foliage. Drink prices are reasonable and there are plenty of tasty snacks on hand.
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Almanac Barcelona
Situated just off Passeig de Gràcia, this stunning rooftop terrace belongs to the five-star Almanac hotel. Azimuth prides itself on its impressive skyline views where you can enjoy live music on Friday nights and a DJ on Saturdays. Indulge your palate with a range of exquisite starters and creative cocktails with influences from around the world, while taking in the sweeping vista right up to Tibidabo.
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Renaissance Barcelona Hotel
The city is full of hidden treasures, and Goja Rooftop Experience at the Renaissance Barcelona Hotel is one of the best. Located on the eighth floor, Goja Rooftop, with its cozy wooden tables and open air sofas, is a magical setting for evening cocktails after a hectic day in the city. Overlooking downtown Barcelona and the iconic Sagrada Família, guests are treated to natural handcrafted cocktails and mocktails as well as tasty sharing plates with international influences to match.
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Hotel Arts Barcelona
Carrer de la Marina 19-21, 08005 BarcelonaKick back and enjoy some contemporary chic at the five-star Hotel Arts, complete with teak furniture surrounded by palm trees, giving it a breezy beach feel with beautiful views of the sea and Frank Gehry’s iconic Peix d’Or sculpture. Big chillout sofas and a long list of cocktails add to the laid back mood and, during the summer months, there are live music and DJ sessions.
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Casa Fuster
Passeig de Gràcia 132, 08008 BarcelonaSoak up some elegance at this Modernista hotel, which was built by celebrated Catalan architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner in 1908. The Terraza Blue roof terrace has a pool and bar and is lit up in dramatic shades of blue. With 360º views, which take in a big slice of the city center and beyond, it’s a stunning location for a balmy summer evening.
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Hotel Condes de Barcelona
Passeig de Gràcia 73, 08008 BarcelonaA favorite afterwork spot for locals in the know, the Alaire terrace on the eighth floor of this four-star hotel on Passeig de Gràcia offers views which stretch from La Pedrera to the Sagrada Família. And, there’s plenty going on up on here. Throughout the summer they hold DJ sessions plus bossa nova, jazz and bolero evenings. The bar menu has a good selection of tapas, burgers and cocktails.
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Grand Hotel Central
Located on the roof of the five-star Grand Hotel Central on Via Laietana, the Skybar has become a popular evening haunt for those in search of a little luxury at the end of the day. The infinity pool blends seamlessly into views that take in most of Barcelona. Relax to the tunes of the resident DJ while sipping a cocktail chosen from the impressive menu.
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Hotel 1898
La Rambla 109, 08002 BarcelonaOnce the headquarters of the Philippines Tobacco Company, this hotel offers a fabulous rooftop terrace, La Isabela, with breathtaking views over the city. The spacious wooden decked terrace has a pool, bar and chillout area and is a great choice for an evening drink or tapas.
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Hotel Majestic
Passeig de Gràcia 68, 08007 BarcelonaFashionable and refined, La Dolce Vitae terrace at the Majestic Hotel on Passeig de Gràcia boasts panoramic views down Passeig de Gràcia and up towards the Sagrada Família. The terrace lives up to five-star expectations, with food by Michelin-star chef Nandu Jubany, a wide selection of wines, cavas and cocktails, nightly DJ sessions, sofas to sink into and mural works by artist Philip Stanton surrounding the pool.
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Hotel Ohla
Via Laietana 49, 08003 BarcelonaThe stylish Hotel Ohla on Via Laietana is the perfect place to disconnect from the city below. This place is true urban chic, complete with seating along the panoramic balustrade surrounding a glass-sided swimming pool, white chillout sofas and lounge music sessions. The terrace offers views of the cathedral and beyond.
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Hotel Villa Emilia
Carrer de Calàbria 115-117, 08015 BarcelonaThis lesser-known but lovely terrace has an intimate, cozy feel, with terracotta walls, lush palms and romantic lighting. Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind as you enjoy one of their daily chillout music sessions or opt for one of their barbecue nights. Plenty of tasty food and a fine selection of gin make this boutique hotel in La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample a great option.
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Hotel Iberostar
Plaça de Catalunya 10, 08002 BarcelonaSoaring high above Plaça de Catalunya atop the Hotel Iberostar, Sky Bar offers some of the best views of Barcelona from the Sagrada Família to Montjuïc. Its elegant and spacious terraces are decked with both dining tables and relaxing lounge seating surrounded by lush plants for a cool, laid-back vibe. Pop in for a bite and maybe even a signature cocktail mid-day to recharge or sip on sangria as you wind down at the end of a long day.
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