Staying in Barcelona is quite a memorable experience, with different places you can choose from to fit your budget. There are the apartment hotels for those planning to stay for a longer period of time. If you have the budget and would like to relax and not worry about trivial matters in housekeeping, then staying in a hotel is for you.
If you have a very limited budget, you may opt to share board with a friend in student residences, guest houses, boarding houses, and university residences. There are also youth hostels and campsites that can accommodate you for a time.