What is it that makes Barcelona an ideal destination for a Christmas getaway? How can you make Barcelona your perfect winter wonderland? Barcelona can’t promise you snow, but it can promise you an excellent winter break.

The best place to start planning your winter holiday in Barcelona is by booking a central hotel. The 5-star Hotel Majestic on Passeig de Gracia is a great location to wipe away the winter blues and be pampered. This hotel is a short walk from Plaza Cataluña and Las Ramblas, making it ideal for some last minute Christmas shopping.

Hotel Majestic offers 303 luxury rooms and suites which boast stunning views of Barcelona and some of Gaudi’s masterpieces. Book the Hotel Penthouse early if you want extra space and luxuries, as the rich and famous book this room when in Barcelona

Hotel Colon is another popular Christmas hotel in Barcelona. It is located in the Gothic Quarter of the city, in front of Barcelona Cathedral and it is a 5 minute walk from Plaza Cataluña and Barcelona Port. The Christmas spirit is in the air around the Hotel Colon as there are Christmas markets held near Barcelona Cathedral.

Enjoy your stay at one of the luxury rooms at Hotel Colon and make sure you ask for a room with views of La Seu Cathedral when booking.

Most shops are closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, so if you choose self-catering accommodation you should buy groceries before 25 December.

Once you have your flights and hotel sorted you can start to plan your Christmas stay in Barcelona. Prior to the big event you can take in the Christmas atmosphere at a Christmas market which can be found in many areas of the city. Perhaps the most famous Christmas market is Fira de Santa Llúcia which takes place at Plaza de la Seu, just outside Barcelona Cathedral. At this market you will be able to pick up all sorts of unique Christmas decorations and presents. This market is open from around 29 November until 23 December from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. Other markets are held at the Sagrada Familia and Avenida Portal de l’Angel

On Christmas Eve most families in Spain spend the day together and have a meal in the evening. However, in Barcelona, Christmas is celebrated on 25 December. Disconnect from the stress of Christmas….go for a midnight walk to Placa Sant Jaume on Christmas Eve and see the most famous Nativity scene in the city. Enjoy a lovely meal at an elegant restaurant on Christmas Day followed by a walk on the beach.

Barcelona is a beautiful city which comes alive during the festive season. Book your stay in a Barcelona hotel and enjoy the magic of Christmas in the Catalan capital. You can also extend your stay and spend the new years eve in Barcelona.