Hotels Near Barcelona Airport

The Short Answer

For a flight before about 8 am, or a late-night arrival, stay at an airport hotel with its own shuttle. Our pick is the Barcelona Airport Hotel, about 1 km from the terminals, with a free 24-hour shuttle to T1 and T2 and a pool and garden for a stopover afternoon. The Hotel Sallés Ciutat del Prat is a good second choice, with a shuttle every 30 minutes from 4:30 am.

For anything later, a city hotel is usually the better deal: the Aerobús reaches Plaça de Catalunya in about 35 minutes, and the R2 Nord train runs from Terminal 2 to Sants in about 20. The Barceló Sants, built over Sants station, gives you city sightseeing and a quick train to the airport.

Airport Hotel Shuttles Compared

Map of Hotels Near Barcelona Airport

The terminals are toward the bottom of the map, with El Prat de Llobregat town above them; central Barcelona is off the map to the northeast.

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Best Airport Hotels

Two of these three have their own shuttle, and all three have a pool.

Best Budget Beds Near the Airport

A hostel built for early flights, a short ride from the terminals.

The City Alternative

For a later flight, sleep in the city and take the train.

Airport Hotels at a Glance

Prices change by date and room type, so check your own dates on Booking.com before you decide.

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  Barcelona Airport Hotel

  El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona Airport (El Prat) · Mid-range

  Early flights

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  Hotel Sallés Ciutat del Prat

  El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona Airport (El Prat) · Mid-range

  Early flights

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  Sercotel Barcelona El Prat

  El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona Airport (El Prat) · Mid-range

  Families on stopovers

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  AirHostel Barcelona

  El Prat de Llobregat town, Barcelona Airport (El Prat) · Budget

  Solo early flyers

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  Barceló Sants

  Above Sants station, Sants Station · Mid-range

  Train travelers

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Hotel		Location	Price level	Best for	Prices
	Barcelona Airport Hotel Airport hotel	El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona Airport (El Prat)	Mid-range	Early flights	Check prices
	Hotel Sallés Ciutat del Prat Airport business hotel	El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona Airport (El Prat)	Mid-range	Early flights	Check prices
	Sercotel Barcelona El Prat Airport hotel	El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona Airport (El Prat)	Mid-range	Families on stopovers	Check prices
	AirHostel Barcelona Airport hostel	El Prat de Llobregat town, Barcelona Airport (El Prat)	Budget	Solo early flyers	Check prices
	Barceló Sants Station hotel	Above Sants station, Sants Station	Mid-range	Train travelers	Check prices

Hotel details checked on November 5, 2026.

Should You Stay at the Airport?

• Yes, for very early flights. If you need to be at the airport before public transport gets going, an airport hotel with a shuttle saves an expensive early taxi and a lot of stress.
• Yes, for late arrivals and short stopovers. You can be in bed within minutes of landing and back at the terminal the next morning.
• No, for sightseeing. El Prat is a small town with few sights, and the hotels are a bus or taxi ride from the city.
• Check the shuttle details. Shuttle times, prices and pickup points change; confirm them with the hotel before you book.

Getting Between the Airport and the City

• Between terminals: a free shuttle bus links T1 and T2 around the clock, taking about 10 minutes from T1 to T2 and about 14 minutes the other way.
• Aerobús: the A1 from T1 and the A2 from T2 run to Plaça de Catalunya in about 35 minutes, with stops at Plaça d'Espanya, Gran Via and Plaça Universitat.
• Metro L9 Sud: from both terminals, about every 7 minutes. You need an Airport ticket or a Hola Barcelona card; the single ticket and T-casual are not valid.
• Train: the R2 Nord leaves from Terminal 2 only, reaching Sants in about 20 minutes and continuing to Passeig de Gràcia.
• Taxi: official taxis are black and yellow, with ranks outside arrivals; the ride to the center takes about 20–35 minutes depending on traffic.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to help you choose where to stay.

Which hotel is closest to Barcelona airport?

Of the hotels in this guide, the Barcelona Airport Hotel is the closest, about 1 km from the terminals, and it runs a free 24-hour shuttle to T1 and T2. The others are in or near the town of El Prat de Llobregat, a few minutes away.

Which Barcelona airport hotels have a free shuttle?

The Barcelona Airport Hotel has a free 24-hour shuttle to both terminals. The Hotel Sallés Ciutat del Prat runs a shuttle every 30 minutes from 4:30 am to 1:30 am; check whether it is included in your rate. AirHostel runs a paid early-morning shuttle.

Should I stay near the airport or in the city?

Stay near the airport for a flight before about 8 am, a late arrival or a short stopover. Otherwise, stay in the city: the Aerobús takes about 35 minutes to Plaça de Catalunya, and the train from Terminal 2 reaches Sants in about 20.

How do I get from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2?

Take the free shuttle bus, which runs 24 hours a day. It takes about 10 minutes from T1 to T2 and about 14 minutes from T2 to T1, so allow extra time if you need to change terminals.

How long does it take to get from Barcelona airport to the city center?

About 35 minutes by Aerobús to Plaça de Catalunya, about 32 minutes by metro L9 Sud with a change, about 20 minutes by train from T2 to Sants, or about 20–35 minutes by taxi depending on traffic.