Barcelona okayed luxury hotels on public land since 1990s for major events

The Barcelona City Council has allowed the construction and operation of six luxury hotels on public…

Over 40 Spanish cities demand housing rights in coordinated national protest

On Saturday, April 5th, a decentralized state-wide demonstration in over 40 cities across Spain advocated for…

Barcelona activists rally to defend and expand 30 percent housing mandate

Sindicats and housing advocacy groups in Barcelona are rallying for the 30% affordable housing mandate to…

Man stabbed in chest in violent incident at squatted Badalona building

In Badalona, a man was gravely injured after being stabbed in the chest during a fight…

Only 3 of 13 flats occupied at Casa de la Marina as affordable housing plan stalls

The Casa de la Marina in Barcelona, built in the 1950s to provide affordable housing for…

Barcelona launches Pla Viure to boost access to affordable housing

The Ajuntament of Barcelona has launched the Pla Viure to address the housing crisis by prioritising…

Half of rental ads in Barcelona now target short-term seasonal tenants

According to data from the Observatori Metropolità de l'Habitatge (OMH), one out of every two rental…

Gaming lounge El Templo in Barcelona offers overnight stay, video games, and food for €15

In Barcelona, a popular gaming spot called El Templo offers overnight accommodation from 11 pm to…

Barcelona hotel occupancy drops for eighth straight month, down 5.5% in February

Hotel occupancy rates in Barcelona have been declining for eight consecutive months, with a 5.5% drop…

Barcelona housing prices surge 9.5% in 2024, reaching €5,289 per square meter

Housing prices in Barcelona have continued to rise, reaching an average of €5,289 per square meter…