As a whole, the city of Barcelona is very gay-friendly. There is no limit to the places that you can stay if you are part of a gay couple, meaning lots of choice. So, instead about spending time worrying about where is right for you, you can concentrate of having fun. And, in that case, there is no time to waste.
If we had to pick one area as the most popular among same sex couples, it would have to be Eixample. In this area between Passeig de Gracia and Placa de Espanya there are lots of superb apartment buildings. And each one of them is designed to meet all of the needs of a busy couple looking to make the most of their time in the city.
Apartments can give the feeling that you are staying in a home from home, especially given the facilities you can request. With kitchen areas, laundry services, TVs and even DVD players, you won’t be left wanting, no matter how much you wish to spend.
There are also more basic apartments if you don’t intend to be staying in for too long. They are comfortable and spacious and offer simple living arrangements that you will really appreciate. They are also close to some of the dedicated gay clubs, which might take your fancy.
As already mentioned however, there is nowhere in the city that isn’t suitable for gay couples. This gives you the great advantage of having a wide variety of places to choose to base yourself.
Clubbing is one of the biggest reasons that gay couples choose to come to Barcelona. Indeed, regardless of what kind of music you are into, you’ll find somewhere of interest. Chances are you’ll find it in the up-and-coming El Born neighbourhood, where new nightclubs are popping up all the time.
The Gothic Quarter is perhaps the most visually stunning area of the city with old buildings towering above hidden lanes and romantic city squares. The best thing about renting an apartment in this area of the city is the proximity it is to the cultural sites of interest.
Most of the tourists that come to Barcelona spend at least a few days wandering around the streets of the old town. And if you are on a short trip, you’ll want to spend as much time as possible here. The best-loved attractions are those such as the Roman wall remains and the Picasso Museum.
The most amazing sites in the Gothic Quarter you will see by just having a walk around. You’ll feel like you’ve gone back in time when you’re squeezing through the narrow passageways between buildings and coming face to face with enthralling street exhibitionists. It really is one of the most amazing areas in all of Europe.
Perhaps the most popular beach resort for gay couples in Catalunya can be found just outside the city. Called Stiges, it can be reached in about 20 minutes by car and is ideally situated for a day trip.
The highest proportion of same sex couples anywhere in Spain is found in Stiges because of its unique atmosphere. It is a very liberal town, being a former artist’s colony, and the streets reflect that ideology.
A number of gay hotels and clubs cater for the needs of the visitors, and there is even a gay beach to enjoy. And if you are going to be in Stiges in February start looking forward to the annual gay festival.
Barcelona is a very liberal city and embraces its thriving gay culture. Eixample is perhaps the most gay-friendly area, and here you see gay couples strolling freely hand-in-hand along the elegant city streets. However, there is no where that does not cater for gay couples and any preferences they might have. So, when it comes to booking an apartment, there is no shortage of options available.
