Ski resorts near Barcelona
Where to ski near Barcelona? Skiing in Barcelona city is a utopia, but in under two hours you can easily reach the main ski resorts in Catalonia, some even by public transport. If you’re planning a getaway to the Catalan Pyrenees, here you’ll find a selection of the best ski resorts near Barcelona and charming hotels where you can rest after a day in the snow.
The best resorts and hotels for a ski trip
La Molina ski resort
145 km from Barcelona
La Molina is one of the best-connected ski resorts in Catalonia from Barcelona and one of the most practical options for enjoying the snow.
Located in the La Cerdanya region, it’s easy to get there by car via the Cadí Tunnel or by train, as it’s the only ski resort in Catalonia with direct rail access. For those travelling by public transport, the FGC station in Gràcia has racks to rest your skis.
It’s a very family-friendly ski resort, ideal for beginners and for visiting with children. It offers beginner slopes, a sledding area, snowshoe routes and a ski school. In total it has 71 km of skiable terrain and 66 runs, plus snowparks and a superpipe. You can check lift and slope openings, snow conditions and the weather forecast.
La Molina is also a benchmark for accessibility thanks to its Adaptive Sports Centre and is connected to La Masella, forming the Alp 2500 domain, which lets you ski two resorts with a single lift pass. The après-ski scene in Catalonia gathers around La Placeta, and during the Christmas period highlights include events such as Three Kings’ Eve, with the traditional torch descent and family-focused activities.
Hotels near La Molina
About 40 minutes from the resort, in the Ribes valley, you’ll find Hotel Els Caçadors de Ribes, an excellent choice if you want to ski in La Molina and unwind in a charming mountain setting. Its friendly service and family atmosphere make it a very welcoming stay for both couples and families.
After a day of skiing in the Catalan Pyrenees, the hotel invites you to relax in its outdoor jacuzzi with mountain views. Add to that a carefully crafted, high-quality cuisine that makes the experience about much more than just skiing.
Els Caçadors is an ecological mountain hotel located in the Catalan Pyrenees, at the gates of the Núria Valley, surprising for its balanced combination of tradition and avant-garde. Both its character as a family hotel and the comfort of its rooms will captivate the guest, who will also be able to enjoy the restaurant service, outdoor jacuzzi, terrace and the Moon Room.
Port del Comte ski resort
140 km from Barcelona
If you’re looking for where to see snow near Barcelona and where to ski without going too far from the city, in about two hours you can easily reach the Vall de Lord, where you’ll find the Port del Comte ski resort.
Located in the Catalan Pre-Pyrenees, very close to Solsona, it’s one of the ski resorts closest to Barcelona, with convenient road access via Manresa.
Surrounded by forests, it’s a quiet and uncrowded ski resort, highly appreciated by families and beginner skiers. Its runs are wide, with a moderate vertical drop, and it has a children’s area and Kids Park, as well as ski and snowboard schools. You can also enjoy other activities such as snowshoeing and ski touring, a great alternative way to experience the snow.
Hotels near Port del Comte
About 25 minutes from the Port del Comte ski resort, in Sant Llorenç de Morunys, you’ll find Hotel El Monegal. A charming mountain hotel surrounded by nature, with a warm family welcome, a bright lounge and an excellent restaurant.
In Solsona, about 30 minutes from the resort, you’ll find Hotel La Freixera and Hotel La Vella Farga. La Freixera is right in the historic centre, with a peaceful atmosphere; a fireplace, games room, massages and some rooms with a fireplace.
La Vella Farga, meanwhile, is a luxury hotel surrounded by fields. It offers rooms with a bathtub or jacuzzi, some with a fireplace, as well as a massage room and large shared spaces with a fireplace.
Placed in an emblematic pre-Pyrenean valley, Lord’s valley, only 1 km. away from Sant Llorenç de Morunys, lays El Monegal, a refurbished Catalan farmhouse turned into a 10-room hotel where to give pleasure to the senses. The hotel offers a familiar treatment and extreme attention to detail, as well as an exquisite cuisine for the more demanding gourmets.
A charming hotel located in the Solsonès, Lérida, in the middle of Catalonia, the Hotel La Vella Farga, is a luxurios charming establishment in a large farmhouse originally built in 1036. It has been refurbished but still preserves the charm of large rooms to favour comfort and relaxation in the heart of nature.
It has 13 rooms, a magnificent large outdoor heated swimming pool, a massage room in which body treatments are offered and a restaurant that serves signature prepared using local products.
Small great hotel boutique, modern and comfortable, situated in the medieval centre of the hospitable, quiet city of Solsona, the doorway to the Pyrenees from Lleida. Its charm lies in the tranquillity that pervades the stone walls, the wooden beams, the fireplace, the garden room and so on... There are ten spacious rooms with natural daylight and fully equipped with all kind of conveniences. The breakfasts we serve only contain local, traditionally-prepared products. The Hotel La Freixera is a hotel who respects the environment by introducing ECO shower heads in some rooms and for a commitment to modernity, installing the opening of the doors through the mobile application (Openow System).
Vallter 2000 ski resort
150 km from Barcelona
Vallter 2000 sits at over 2,000 metres above sea level, at the source of the River Ter, inside a glacial cirque. Thanks to its altitude and orientation, it’s one of the ski resorts in Catalonia with the best snow quality. From Barcelona, access is straightforward by road to Camprodon, with the final mountain stretch well signposted.
The ski area has 14 runs and around 14 km of skiable terrain, with green, blue, red and one black run, plus a sledding area, snowshoe routes and 10 lifts. It’s ideal for alpine skiing, snowboarding and ski touring, and offers beginner slopes, ski schools and equipment rental.
Vallter 2000 keeps a quiet high-mountain atmosphere and has parking areas close to the lifts, making it easy to stay in nearby villages and combine skiing with nature, wellness and other valley activities.
Beyond skiing, some Catalan Pyrenees resorts offer extra experiences. At Vallter, highlights include the kids’ club with workshops or the snow-groomer experience with a mountain dinner. You can check the snow report and weather conditions live to plan your day.
Hotels near Vallter 2000
Very close to Vallter 2000 you’ll find three charming hotels from which to combine skiing with peace and other Pyrenees activities. In Setcases, just minutes from the resort, Hotel La Coma is a family-friendly mountain hotel, with spacious rooms, a spa, a games room with fireplace and its own restaurant.
If you’re looking for snowy villages near Barcelona, the Camprodon valley offers great options. About 30 minutes away, between Camprodon and Llanars, you’ll find Hotel Grèvol Spa, with a full spa, a heated pool and a restaurant serving traditional cuisine. In Molló, about 35 minutes from the resort, Hotel Calitxó is surrounded by nature, with a friendly welcome, its own restaurant and open valley views.
Hotel La Coma is located in the heart of the Pyrenees, in Setcases, a picturesque village in the Camprodon Valley, in the province of Girona. With a privileged location at 1,279 meters above sea level, the hotel offers a unique natural environment surrounded by mountains, forests and rivers, ideal for a family getaway or a romantic stay. Close to the Vallter 2000 ski resort, the hotel is perfect for winter sports enthusiasts, as well as activities such as hiking, fishing, golf and horse riding.
The hotel has 22 rooms spread over three floors, as well as independent apartments in the center of the village. In addition, it offers a wide range of services that include a SPA with heated pool and sauna, an outdoor pool for the summer months, a gym with views, and a play area for the little ones. The hotel's restaurant stands out for its traditional Catalan cuisine, made with fresh and local products from the Camprodon valley.
Hotel Grèvol Spa, in Camprodon-Llanars, blends stone and wood to seamlessly integrate into the Camprodon Valley. Its cozy rooms with stunning views make it the perfect destination for a romantic, family, or relaxing getaway.
Its Spa Center features a water area, massages, and treatments for complete relaxation. Additionally, the Grèvol Restaurant, recognized as a "Gastronomic Hotel," is a benchmark in Catalan cuisine with exceptional service.
Surrounded by nature, Hotel Calitxó offers comfortable rooms and spacious suites in a peaceful and family-friendly atmosphere. The hotel features cozy lounges, a welcoming bar-café, and a restaurant where you can enjoy the finest seasonal products.
Natural surroundings make it an ideal destination for outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and horseback riding, as well as mountain sports like climbing, skiing, and snowshoeing.
La Masella ski resort
150 km from Barcelona
Another ski resort near Barcelona is La Masella, one of the most complete resorts and with the longest ski schedule in the Pyrenees. It’s perfect for both beginners and experienced skiers, combining gentle progression runs with demanding black runs and large skiable forest areas.
Many of La Masella’s slopes face mostly north and run through forests, which helps preserve the snow for longer, allowing the resort to open early and extend the ski season in the Catalan Pyrenees with more stable conditions.
The resort has around 65 runs and 74 km of skiable terrain and is linked to La Molina, forming the Alp 2500 domain, which lets you explore one of the largest ski areas in the Pyrenees with a shared lift pass. La Masella is also known as the capital of night skiing, with up to 13 floodlit runs that typically open on Fridays, Saturdays and during special periods such as Christmas and New Year.
Hotels near La Masella
For a weekend getaway that blends skiing and tranquillity, a great option is Hotel Les Planes del Grau, located about 1 hour from La Masella ski resort. It’s a charming rural hotel, ideal for alternating time on the slopes with rest in a peaceful setting.
Its location, at a lower altitude than the mountain resort, means milder temperatures, outdoor breakfasts on sunny days and the chance to round out your stay with nearby activities, such as routes around La Garrotxa, the Fageda d’en Jordà beech forest, or visiting its famous natural pools.
If you’re still keen to discover more of the mountains, don’t miss our selection of charming hotels in the Pyrenees.
Hotel Les Planes del Grau is a completely refurbished 14th-century farmhouse, which used to belong to Sant Joan de les Abadesses Monastery.
It has 10 bedrooms, all of which have a small sitting area and a bathroom. The hotel also has a dining room, bar and living room, a large garden and an adjoining cattle breeding farm.
Located in the agricultural plain of the Ter, between San Juan and Abadesas Camprodon Plains remains a degree in a field of crops and livestock land, covered by pine forests and meadows of the Sierra Natural Guaitada and the slopes of the Sierra Cavalry. It offers an ideal space for standing, walking and horse riding or cycling in a unique place within the Natura 2000 network.
Frequently asked questions about skiing in Catalonia
What is the best month to ski in Catalonia?
The months of January and February usually offer the best snow conditions. However, early March is often one of the most affordable times to ski, with fewer crowds and better prices.
Can I visit a ski resort without skiing?
Yes. Many ski resorts in Catalonia offer alternative activities such as snowshoeing, sledding, scenic rides, mountain restaurants and nearby hotels with spas, as well as shops and cultural options.
What does a ski pass usually include?
A lift pass includes access to the slopes and use of the lifts (chairlifts, gondolas and drag lifts). It typically doesn’t include equipment rental or lessons, although some resorts offer bundled packages.
Is there night skiing in Catalonia?
Yes. La Masella is the best-known ski resort for night skiing, with floodlit runs that usually open on Fridays, Saturdays and during the Christmas period.
Do I need experience to ski in Catalonia?
No. Many Catalan resorts have dedicated beginner areas, ski schools and green runs that are ideal for learning progressively and safely.
Is it a good idea to stay outside the resort?
Yes, especially if you’re looking for charming hotels, more tranquillity and better value for money. Nearby villages like Camprodon, Setcases, Ribes de Freser or La Cerdanya offer excellent accommodation options and easy access to the slopes.
