Barcelona is a city with an abundance of hotel rooftop pools! And it's a jungle to know which are the best. But don't dispair, we've done most the hard work for you, swiming our way through a wide range of Barcelona rooftop pools to present our favorite spots.
This complete guide will take you high above the hectic city, packed with photos, insider tips, booking links and much more, all you need for that perfect elevated relaxation.
The rooftop pools in this articel are definitely more exclusive than the beach, and the pools are usually just for in-house hotel guests and not open to the public. But, often there is a rooftop bar right beside, where all are welcome for poolside sips.
Our complete and up-to date guide to the Best Hotel Rooftop Pools in Barcelona feature all info you need about each rooftop, all at the same place, so you don’t have to scroll around on several different sources finding it.
For each rooftop, this guide presents:
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In short: Infinity pool, breathtaking and picturesque landscape, overlooking the 14th century Catalan Gothic church, as well as the La Ribera neighborhood. It's all you need during a hot day in Barcelona. Grand Hotel Central is the preferable choice if you want to experience something modern, yet Spanish.
What we say: It doesn't get more spectacular than this in Barcelona! This rooftop pool and hotel has it all. It's limited access adds up to its popularity as it's only the guests of the hotel that can use the swimming pool. The infinity pool found here is one of the best and most luxurious in all of Europe.
In short: The fantastic and 5-star hotel InterContinental Barcelona is found in Montjuïc, offering a lux base to enjoy everything the city has to offer. Filled with elegant interiors and sophisticated design, the hotel is also home to a lovely and versatile rooftop, featuring restaurant, lounge and a beautiful pool.
What we say: Called 173 Rooftop Terrace, the restaurant and lounge is free and open to all, while the heated pool is a bit more exclusive, reserved for hotel guests and outside visitors booking a Day Pass. In between refreshing dips, you can get comfy in one of the pool side lounge chairs and savour Mediterranean bites and amazing bespoke cocktails, all served to amazing 360º views over Barcelona. You can also upgrade your experience with an optional Balinese bed (max 4 people, minimum consumption of 160€).
In short: Set between the city and the sea, SLS Barcelona brings the glamour and energy of South Beach to the waterfront Port Forum district. Featuring a wide range of vibrant venues to enjoy food and drinks, the hotel also holds two poolside destinations, made for elevated and luxurious summer experiences: the 2nd floor Coral, and the top floor Cosmico, a rooftop playground where daytime relaxation meets electrifying evenings.
What we say: The spacious and impressive terrace features two infinity pools, surrounded by amazing 360° views stretching from the glittering Port Forum marina to Barcelona’s city skyline and Mediterranean horizon. To go with the vistas, you can indulge in menu filled with summerish flavors, ranging from creative cocktails and a curated list of champagnes and wines, to light and Japanese-inspired bites and bowls designed for sharing. Always happening, Cosmico is a place where panoramic poolside sessions merge with day-to-night pool parties, dancing, and late night sips.
In short: With a privileged location in Plaça de Catalunya, BLESS Barcelona is a new luxury hotel in the heart of the city, marking the Palladium Hotel Group’s return to the Catalan capital. Filled with urban elegance, contemporary design, and cosmopolitan spirit, the hotel combines exclusive experiences, cultural events anda carefully curated culinary offerings with a rooftop with pool and panoramic views.
What we say: Sharing the rooftop space with La Pajarera Sky Lounge, the BLESS rooftop pool is a destination where refresing dips meet Mediterranean flavors, mixology cocktails, and amazing panoramic views over Barcelona. What more could you ask for?
In short: Found in the heart of the Eixample district, the urban and 5-star Renaissance Barcelona Hotel is designed with contemporary style and local flair, and offers a panoramic and lush Barcelona rooftop experience out of the ordinary.
What we say: Perched on the 8th floor of the hotel, Goja Rooftop is mostly famous as a social day to night bar and restaurant, where you can indulge in Mediterranean and Catalan-inspired cuisine, creative and crafted signature sips, and amazing panoramic views of Barcelona’s downtown skyline. But, up here you also find a refreshing rooftop plunge pool, open from morning to evening for guests staying at the hotel. By no means the largest rooftop pool in the city, but surrounded with some fanatstic vistas, it's still a great spot to cool down during the hot Barcelona summer days.
In short: Ever wondered how it feels like to be a “a fish in the water"? The rooftop infinity pool up at the fantastic Ohla Barcelona might be your best chance to do so. 13 meters long, the swimming pool has some really cool glass walls. With a pair of goggles the sweeping views over Barcelona is just as good below water as it is above.
What we say: If you are looking for luxury, quality, harmony and panoramic views, Ohla Hotel has the perfect rooftop pool. Both for a beer in the sun with one foot in the rooftop pool, and for evening cocktails gazing over this beautiful city.
In short: Found in the buzzing Poblenou neighborhood, the luxurious and creative Tribute Portfolio hotel Labtwentytwo Barcelona is made to both connect and relax. To get the most out of the latter, head up to the 14th floor rooftop, where you find CHIMÚ Barcelona.
What we say: A bit of a hidden gem, this is an amazing spot to take a refreshing dip with spectacular 360º views over Barcelona, including a perfect outlook on the Sagrada Familia. The rooftop blends bar and pool area, and while all are welcome for Nikkei cuisine and mixology cocktails, the infinity pool and adjacent sun loungers are exclusive to in-house guests.
In short: With a privileged location in the city’s most exclusive area, The One Barcelona offers an atmosphere of contemporary luxury, all the way up to the top floor.
What we say: Slightly elevated above the bar and restaurant you'll find the Pool Deck, which during daytime is an exclusive retreat for guests staying at the hotel. Relax in the sun loungers, take a refreshing dip in the plunge pool, sip some delicious cocktails and enjoy snacks, all while enjoying panoramic city views that reach the sea.
In short: Found just a few steps from Plaza Catalunya, the superb boutique hotel Almanac Barcelona holds a prime location, as well as a prime Barcelona rooftop.
What we say: Surrounded with panoramic views of Barcelona, the rooftop features both a beautiful rooftop pool, as well as a stylish rooftop cocktail bar and restaurant, called Azimuth Rooftop Bar. During a hot Barcelona day, the Almanac rooftop is the perfect spot to settle down in the modern lounges, unwind by the pool, bask in the Catalonian sun, and admire the striking view of the city.
In short: Located on the fantastic 5-star hotel Mandarin Oriantal, you find one of the most luxurious swimming pools Barcelona located at a roof terrace. Although it has a catchy name, the Mandarin Oriental is very modern and chic open space with a wonderful pool.
What we say: Even though the rooftop pool is quite shallow, it is one of the finest in the city. Complemented with stylish and cosy sun beds and an amazing view over Barcelona, it offers lux relaxation at its finest.
In short: The fabulous Sofitel Barcelona Skipper offers 5-star luxury and La Vida Chic, next to Barcelona’s Olympic Port and just 100 meter from the beach. And even though you are right by the Mediterranean, you don't need to leave the hotel to enjoy some highly refreshing swims.
What we say: One reason we love this hotel so much, is the fact that the hotel has two outdoor swimming pools, one at ground level and one elevated at the top floor, called ElCielo Rooftop. This scenic and elegant Barcelona rooftop pool and terrace comes with panoramic views over the Mediterranean sea, and also a balcony to overlook the city skyline.
In short: Set in a 19th-century Neoclassical building, carefully restored into a creative and beautiful boutique hotel, Casa Bonay is truly a unique space, where accommodation and both gastronomic and cultural offerings meet. Born from the collaboration of Barcelona´s creative minds, here you do not only find a quality hotel, but also a celebrated tapas bar, a speciality coffee shop, a cocktail bar, and a lovely set of rooftop spaces.
What we say: The rooftop pool on top of Casa Bonay is not your regular swimming pool. Actually, it's not even really a pool, it's something much more unique: thermal baths that are part of Termas Bonay Wellness. Inspired by the saunas of Northern Europe, this open-air space features dry sauna, hammam, ice bath, and Japanese ofuro (heated at 40ºC), all surrounded by lush greenery, sunlight and views. Designed for small groups of up to six people, this is truly an intimate, sensory and relaxing rooftop experience, available to all by booking.
In short: Are you in awe with the gothic cathedrals and old buildings in the Spanish capital? If the answer is yes, then H10 Cubik will let you enjoy the view, while sipping on a great cocktail from inside the plunge pool, being a top choice for rooftop pools in Barcelona.
What we say: The rooftop pool is quite small and only available for the guest of the hotel. But the view you get from here is amazing. That's what makes this swimming pool a given choice among the best terrace pools in Barcelona.
In short: A stylish rooftop pool combined with 360-degree views over Barcelona, does it get much better? Probably not, and at the trendy and urban Uma House by Yurbban Trafalgar you can enjoy both.
What we say: While this is not the largest Barcelona rooftop pool, it is one of the more stylish. Set on a bright, modern and open terrace, and complemented with some very comfy sun beds. Perfect spot to relax poolside while gazing out over the city. This is the perfect swimming pool area to visit for some nice evening cocktails and hangout. The sunset from here is magical!
In short: Right on La Rambla in the heart of Barcelona you find Hotel 1898. Set in a beautiful colonial building, this fantastic hotel comes with an equally fantastic rooftop pool.
What we say: Seven floors up, the stylish solarium terrace offers fantastic views of the Barcelona skyline, spanning from Montjuïc to Tibidabo. And in the corner, a quite large and very refreshing rooftop pool. The hotel also comes with a spa and indoor pool, great if the rooftop weather is not on top. No infinity pool, but still very nice.
In short: Nestled amongst the small family-run shops and private homes in Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, the lovely Kimpton Vividora Hotel reflects the spirit of the neighborhood, all the way up to the 7th floor rooftop terrace.
What we say: Here you find an elevated and intimate urban oasis, including both the Terraza de Vivi rooftop bar, and a beautiful Barcelona rooftop pool. Surrounded with sweeping views over the city and an urban chic and lush decoration, you can enjoy a refreshing dip or indulge in some poolside coktails in one of the cushy chaise lounges.
In short: Located in the heart of the Eixample district, the urban and trendy Eurostars Barcelona Central brings a large slice of Mediterranean flair to one of the most vibrant areas of the city. Most visible at the fantastic rooftop terrace.
What we say: Open from May to September, this lush and stylish rooftop oasis comes with a small but beautiful Barcelona rooftop pool, a solarium and some smashing views over the city rooftops. Exclusive for hotel guests during the day, here you can indulge in great drinks and relaxing hours under the Barcelona sun.
In short: Located on the doorstep of the lively Las Ramblas, Barceló Raval is an urban design hotel that strives to embody the cosmopolitan essence of Barcelona. From the innovative lobby, all the way up to the panoramic 360° Terrace.
What we say: Taking full advantage of the unique oval shape of the hotel, the breezy top floor rooftop offers complete and breathtaking 360° views over all of Barcelona. Working as a rooftop cocktail bar and vantage point open to all, the rooftop also features a 15 m³ rooftop pool and solarium, exclusive to guests staying at Barceló Raval. Perfect for refreshing and vibrant dips overlooking the city.
In short: Located just steps from Passeig de Gràcia, in the heart of the Eixample neighborhood, the beautiful and intimate Hotel Catalonia Boulevard (previously Gallery Hotel) is the perfect starting point for an unforgettable urban experience. And while the hotel is close to the best of what Barcelona has to offer, there is plenty to explore inside the hotel: from the ground floor Sintonia Restaurant to the 6th floor rooftop.
What we say: The rooftop pool and solarium on top of the Hotel Catalonia Boulevard is not the biggest or most grand found in Barcelona, but rather a highly charming and relaxing spot to cool off with a dip, and soak up the sun with a view. Best of all, during the summer months, the relaxing days seamlessly turns into social afternoons and evening, when locals and travelers gather at the adjacent Catalonia Boulevard Rooftop.
In short: Located right next to Barceloneta Beach, the luxury W Hotel is easy to recognize, with a striking sail-like structure standing tall in the Old City. Here you find not one, but two fantastic Barcelona outdoor pools, and while none of them are situated at the very top of the building, they still come with amazing views over the ocean and city.
What we say: Most impressive is the SUN Deck infinity pool, where you can enjoy the fantastic feeling of swimming in and above the Mediterranean at the same time. Surrounded by comfy loungers, there are also differen types of WOW Cabanas available to get that extra luxurious day.
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