Barcelona is one of the most exciting and interesting cities in Spain, combining the old and the new, entertainment and culture, great cuisine and plenty of things to do. If you're here with a large group of friends or with your family, a villa rental is the perfect option for you. You get to share costs, enjoy privacy and flexibility and follow your own schedule, diet preferences and routine. Villas can range from budget to luxury so you can work out your holiday costs accordingly. In addition, you get to spend time with people you're comfortable with, share the chores and experience the real Barcelona, which you may not do if you're cooped up in a hotel or resort.

Barcelona has its own "Barris" or localities each with its own charm and identity. Here you can find an amazing mix of the ancient and modern existing side by side. The different localities have their own special features – history, shopping, architecture, food or bars/restaurants. Hence if you're planning to rent a villa in Barcelona, you could plan what kind of itinerary the group wants and pick your location accordingly.

The Gotic area is famous for its historical monuments and you could find a rental here that may be expensive and small, but offers you traditional charm and atmosphere. The stunning facades of the Town Hall and the narrow alleys of the ghetto areas are great for photo ops and provide an exciting and unique accommodation. You can also rent a town-house that offers views of the churches and squares around the historic center.

The El Raval area offers slightly cheaper accommodation with easy access to the Las Ramblas shopping area. The traditional old fishing village of Barceloneta is now a tourist hub. If you're a fan of sea-food, then a villa rental here will allow you to indulge completely – the freshly-caught wealth of the sea is available in the hundreds of little eateries in Barceloneta, all cooked to perfection and served with local paella, wine and desserts. Poble Sec is another pretty and charming neighborhood known for its tree-lined streets and quiet residential properties – if you want a serene atmosphere but with access to the night-life of Calle Blai this is the ideal choice for a villa rental in Barcelona.

Vila Olimpica is the new development area in Barcelona, with modern structures, yachting, sports facilities and cycling tracks and ideal for a breezy family holiday. However, the beaches here are not very tourist-friendly and you may have to travel across the city for a better fun in the sun experience. However, cheap accommodation is the specialty of this area.

A villa rental in Barcelona is the perfect choice for a family vacation.