Rent apartments barcelona: Long term rentals in Barcelona

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Wonderful location close to the beach and with lots of restaurants around. Great view from the balcony. Shower cubicle too small!

Wonderful location close to the beach and with lots of restaurants around. Great view from the balcony. Shower cubicle too small!

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Barcelona Apartments ~ The Best Short Term Holiday Rentals in 2023

From Airbnb to the local rental agencies, what are your options?

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A traveller’s guide to booking short stay holiday apartments in Barcelona, on both a luxury and economy budget. We introduce some of the most respected local agencies, as well as our top six tips for finding a great place to stay.

Few travellers get beyond typing in “Airbnb Barcelona” to Google these days when searching for a short-term holiday rental, but in fact the City of Counts (as we like to call it), has dozens of local apartment operators in the city – many of whom actually have cheaper deals than you’ll find on the global portals. We share some recommended companies, and some tips on finding an affordable place to stay.

Why Choose Apartments?

One of the biggest travel trends in recent years has been the rise in the popularity of apartments over hotels in terms of accommodation for breaks abroad. It makes a lot of sense really. Whilst there’s no taking away from the glitzy feeling one gets of checking into a posh hotel for the weekend, checking in with the nice receptionist and having the bellboy carry up your inconveniently heavy luggage to your penthouse suite, there are plenty of practical advantages for choosing apartments for your stay…

Having your own flat in Barcelona is a way of making yourself feel right at home, a kind of short-term resident if you will, rather than a holiday-maker…

The most obvious advantage is that the prices tend to be on the friendlier side – after all their operators don’t have to pay huge overheads on rent, staff, electricity etc. in the same way hotels do. But people aren’t switching for economical reasons alone. Having your own flat in Barcelona is a way of making yourself feel right at home, a kind of short-term resident if you will, rather than a holiday-maker.

It’s this thrill that enthusiasts are addicted to – the chance to collect the keys and have their own flat for the weekend or longer, with all the amenities you might expect at home. Kitchen with fridge and cooking-facilities, bathroom with hot shower (maybe a jacuzzi – you never know!), plenty of space for stretching your legs, whilst many holiday rentals for example also come with huge satellite TVs, DVD players, iPod docks, Internet connection/WiFi – you name it! Best of all there’s no surly door staff giving you quizzical looks when you rock up back to your accommodation at 5am in the morning having rather-too-extensively sampled the nightlife, and no cleaner waking you up at the unreasonable time of 1pm, mop and bucket in hand… apartments equal total freedom, and even if you don’t get the VIP experience of luxury hotels they are a great additional option for any traveller to consider.

Barcelona Apartment Rental Agencies

Like most touristic cities, Barcelona is rife with short-term apartment rental firms and if you’ve decided to pluck for a ‘piso’ (that’s ‘flat’ to you), then you can either browse through our listings via the search facilities on our Sleep page, or read below for a list of all the main operators. Do have a browse and compare prices and we’re sure you’ll find yourself the perfect home for your stay.

Oh-Barcelona Apartments

With 400 top class apartments situated all around the city, you’re only a few clicks of the mouse away from your new pad… sadly though you will be asked to return the property at the end of your holiday.
www.oh-barcelona.com

AB Apartment Barcelona

Over 500 flats in locations all around the city, in sizes that range from studio to penthouse-style luxury, check out their range of options and prices before forking out for an overpriced hotel. AB offers apartment rentals in Barcelona for days, weeks or months at a time. Discover the city from their apartments located in some of the best areas of the city, such as in the Eixample district, the Gràcia neighbourhood, the historic centre of Barcelona or next to Barceloneta beach.
www.apartmentbarcelona.com

Lucas Fox International Properties

This international property agent specialises in procuring prime real estate in Spain’s most glamorous locations, but they also offer short term rentals on luxury pads, villas and masias in Barcelona, Sitges and the Costa Brava.
www.lucasfox.com

Airbnb

The San Fran start up has run into more than its fair share of controversy in Barcelona as it enticed locals to put up their rooms and flats illegally for rent – the city regulates rentals and wasn’t amused – with some tourists being rudely awaken by the police. This provides a problem for travellers who have little way of knowing if their host has a license or not, and with the city continually increasing the number of inspectors one wonders if the problem will be solved, or it will be ongoing. If you’re wedded to the brand you’ll certainly find some cool places to stay, although until the picture is clearer it might be better going through a registered agency.
www.airbnb.com/Barcelona–Spain

Advice on Searching for Holiday Rentals

1. Shop around!

Check several websites to get a feel for what is a good price… the agencies listed above are a great place to start!

2. Choose the right district

Consider what type of holiday you want, and look for a flat in the according district. If you are searching for a beach break take a look in Poblenou, a former industrial district that now occupies prime real estate just minutes from some of Barcelona’s best city beaches. For sightseeing you don’t need to be right on the overcrowded Ramblas. Somewhere like El Borne or even the maligned Raval district (it’s really quite nice!) might suit you better. If you’re here to watch Barca play then search for somewhere near Les Corts, the home of Camp Nou. We suggest you check out our guide to all of BCN’s best barrios right here for more info and ideas on where to stay.

3. What’s the check in process?

Consider if you have to collect the keys yourself (usually from the rental company’s office), or if someone will be there to meet you at the flat when you arrive. In both cases you’re looking for reliability, and the assurance that you can check in as soon as you arrive.

4. Check the terms and conditions

Check the cancellation policy and other terms of conditions of the booking, such as security deposits and cleaning fees. They are not usually dealbreakers but definitely good to know the exact terms of your rental before you book.

5. Write down the address

Make a note of the apartment’s address before you leave to catch your plane! While internet roaming abroad has never been cheaper or easier, you don’t want to risk not being able to find a network / get online after you touch down at the airport…

6. Plan your journey from the airport

…Speaking of which, there’s some advice on planning your trip from the airport to town on this page.

So there you go, it’s plane sailing really. Although if you have any more tips or advice do please share them in the comments section below. Meanwhile, for an even more comprehensive list of accommodation options, head to our Sleep section where we review a full range of hotels, hostels, guest houses and all that funky pillow talk. Otherwise you’ll find plenty more handy tips and information by browsing through our site.

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If you have dreamed of going to one of the universities or schools in Spain and your dream is already on the way, now is the time to start looking for a place that will become your new home. Of course, in almost every city in Spain there are many opportunities for accommodation, but a few useful tips will help save money, time and nerves when searching.

1. Search verified locations. These can be:

Agencies headquartered in

For example, in Barcelona the most popular among them are Barcelona-Home and Aluni (the latter is also present in other Spanish cities), offering apartments and rooms for students and young professionals. The advantage is that in most cases you can visit the apartment of interest in advance, the disadvantage is the need to pay a commission to the agency.

Online housing agencies

Many people use Spotahome, Uniplaces and Student Mundial, which offer a wide range of apartments and rooms for different budgets, but the first two agencies do not provide an opportunity to visit the apartment in advance, and Spotahome requires a substantial commission for their services. Another difficulty is getting prompt feedback on issues of interest, therefore, when choosing this option, it is better to take care of the search in advance in order to meet the deadline.

Advertisements from individuals

In specialized groups on Facebook and the popular local site Pisocompartido, you can quickly find a large number of ads from individuals, contact the owner and arrange a visit to the apartment of interest. The undoubted advantages are the absence of commission fees, often lower prices and efficiency. It must be borne in mind that there is a certain risk when booking accommodation with strangers, so we advise you to take the drafting of the contract and other details seriously.

General plan agencies not specializing in students

We mention this option, but in practice it is the least promising. In 99% of cases, you will face large commissions and the need to provide a work contract to prove financial solvency. Although there are exceptions to all rules, so there is a chance that you will be lucky.

Word of mouth

As in any other country in the world, this method works flawlessly – the more people you know, the more likely it is that someone will help you in your search. Therefore, do not hesitate to ask everyone you know in the new city, and if you suddenly need to change housing during your studies, feel free to contact classmates, comrades in language courses, practice, etc. and wait for the theory of six handshakes to begin to materialize in your life.

2. Consider deadlines

If you are looking for an apartment or a room in specialized agencies, it is better to start your search 3-5 months in advance, otherwise there will not be many options left. With private ads on social networks, this works differently – as a rule, the owners can give you an accurate answer about the availability of housing no earlier than a month before the date of entry, therefore, good offers from private owners need to be tracked during this period. Of course, it is a bit risky to start your search in such a short time, but if this does not scare you, there is a chance to find good accommodation and save on agency commissions.

3. Carefully study the contract in advance

If you don’t know Spanish well yet, ask a friend. We strongly recommend that you take the contract seriously and make sure you have the following information:

• passport details of the holder, indicating his full name, NIE number, date of birth and residential address. It would be useful to ask for a copy of his passport;
• conditions for the return of the deposit;
• conditions for early termination of the contract;
• whether utilities and the Internet are included in the rental price (in Spain these are not cheap pleasures), and if not, how much you need to pay extra. Ideally, if the costs are not included in the price, it would be to agree with the owner to make payment based on the monthly invoices provided to you;
• your mutual rights and obligations – in practice, not many of your rights are indicated in contracts, and if you find any significant clauses missing, try to negotiate with the owner to add them.

4. Ask about the possibility of registration

If you have arrived for a period of six months and are planning to register a student residence, you will need a residence permit – empadronamiento. Because to obtain it, you need a contract and passport data of the owner, discuss in advance with the agent or the owner the possibility of obtaining it. It happens that some owners refuse to register tenants, in this case you will have to look for another option or contact one of your friends who own property in this city with a request to register you with him.

5. Be patient

Whatever it is, know that the process of finding a place to live in a new city can take a lot of time and effort, and this is normal and natural. Therefore, we recommend that you be patient and optimistic – in any case, you will find the best solution, and an invaluable experience that you can share with others will be a nice bonus.