Cheap hotels near MACBA in Barcelona, Spain

The Museu d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona (or "MACBA" for short), Barcelona's contemporary art museum, is located on the Plaça dels Àngels in the northern quarter of el Raval, near the city's university.

The museum, designed by American architect Richard Meier, opened in 1995 and provides a collection of mostly Spanish and Catalan art spanning from 1945 to today. For more information, including admission prices and hours, visit the museum’s Web site

The CCCB, a museum devoted to urban-related exhibits, is adjacent to the MACBA and accessible through the museum’s patio.

Cheap hotels near the MACBA: The museum is located in the Raval, a neighborhood with several budget hotels that we've visited and recommend. You could also consider heading a bit east to the hotels lining the Ramblas.

Hostal Gat Raval, Barcelona

Joaquin Costa, 44, El Raval

EuroCheapo Review: Gat Raval is a new breed of hostal: sleek, modern, efficient, and fun. Rooms are simple, with interesting touches and a minimalist look....

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$51

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Hostal Grau Barcelona, Barcelona

Ramelleres, 27, El Raval

EuroCheapo Review: Combining helpful service, clean rooms and a tasteful design, Hostería Grau is a great find in a fantastic location....

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$63

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Ciutat Vella, Barcelona

Tallers, 66, El Raval

Quick Read: The three-star Ciutat Vella offers romantic rooms and a rooftop hot tub in vibrant El Raval....

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$63

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Hotel Pelayo, Barcelona

Pelai, 9, El Raval

Quick Read: The two-star Hotel Pelayo offers sweet, simple rooms for low rates in central Barcelona....

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$36

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Hotel Lloret Ramblas, Barcelona

Rambla Canaletes, 125, La Rambla

EuroCheapo Review: Hotel Lloret is a simple one-star hotel, located right near the top of Las Ramblas and Plaça Catalunya....

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$82

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Cheap hotels near MACBA in Barcelona, Spain