By Plane: The international airport of Barcelona, Barcelona-El Prat, is located 10 km from the city center. It is well connected to major airport hubs in Europe and various locations worldwide. For more information about the airport and flights, please visit their official website. Once you arrive at the airport, you have several options to reach the venue.

By train: Take the TRAIN R2 NORD. Disembark at Barcelona Sants station. From there, you can either take METRO L5 (get off at Diagonal) or a taxi, available just outside the station. The train from the airport costs EUR 4.60, and the metro costs EUR 2.55. Tickets can be purchased at train stations and metro stops, respectively. A taxi from the station to the conference venue costs approximately EUR 10.

By metro: Take LINE L9, which connects Barcelona Airport (both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2) to the city. Disembark at Collblanc station, and from there, transfer to METRO L5 (get off at Diagonal). The metro from the airport costs EUR 5.50, and the city metro costs EUR 2.55. For schedules, route planning, and ticket information, check the official website of Barcelona’s public transport system (TMB).

By taxi: Taxis are readily available just outside the arrivals area. A taxi from the airport to the conference venue costs approximately EUR 40–45. Alternatively, VTC apps like Bolt and Freenow also operate in Barcelona and might offer more competitive rates.

Accommodation

We want your stay in Barcelona during the conference to be as comfortable as possible. With that in mind, we have agreed on a discount with several hotels to make your choice of accommodations easier. Please book your accommodation online and contact the hotels directly with any issues or requests related to accommodation bookings.

We are delighted to announce that the following hotels will offer a discounted price for all Bioengineering 2026 attendees:

Hotel	Description	How to book?
	A 3-star boutique hotel located next to the emblematic Avenida Diagonal and Paseo de Gracia, the city's most chic shopping area and just 5 minutes on foot from the conference venue. The hotel has a terrace with an outdoor swimming pool and gym, parking, a restaurant, and a museum room dedicated to the Catalan illustrator Ricard Opisso.	Click below to complete your booking and enter the code ‘BIOENG26’ to receive a 10% discount. *Discount valid for stays between 8–15 November 2026
	The Balmes is a modern four-star hotel located just a few metres from Passeig de Gràcia, in the Eixample district. It combines a central location close to Avinguda Diagonal with the tranquillity of a large interior garden with a swimming pool. In addition to the garden and pool, the hotel stands out for its collection of African art as well as its meeting and event rooms.	Click below to complete your booking and enter the code ‘BIOENG26’ to receive a 10% discount. *Discount valid for stays between 8–15 November 2026
	Hotel Granados 83 is located in the central Eixample district of Barcelona. It is an urban and avant-garde hotel designed for bohemian gourmets and the daring. Housed in a renovated 19th-century building, its rusty iron structure and exposed brick interior walls recall the history of Catalonia’s textile industry.	Click below to complete your booking and enter the code ‘BIOENG26’ to receive a 10% discount. *Discount valid for stays between 8–15 November 2026
One group, four hotels in Barcelona: Arenas Tres Torres Mesón Castilla Oriente	Atiram Hotels is a Spanish hotel group offering a collection of urban hotels located in central areas of Barcelona. Its properties combine practical comfort with convenient access to public transport, dining, and key city attractions. The group operates four hotels in Barcelona, all offering special discounted rates for conference participants. Among them, Mesón Castilla Atiram is the closest to the conference venue, just a 1.4 km walk, while you are free to choose the Atiram property that best suits your preferences.	Click below to complete your booking and add the 10% discount code ‘BIOENG26’. *Discount valid for stays between 8–15 November 2026
	Naitly Barcelona Poblenou offers fully equipped apartments for rent in one of Barcelona’s most dynamic and fast-growing neighbourhoods. Poblenou combines its industrial heritage with a modern creative scene, featuring design cafés, galleries, and innovation spaces. Just minutes from the beach and well connected to the city centre, it is an ideal base for both business and leisure stays.	Click below to complete your booking and add the 9% discount code ‘MDPI2026’. *Code valid for bookings between 7 May – 11 November 2026 Discount valid for stays between 11 – 13 November 2026
	Líbere Barcelona Sant Antoni offers stylish, fully equipped apartments in the heart of the city, just steps from key landmarks. Designed with natural materials, warm lighting, and a homely feel, each space provides a calm, comfortable stay. Enjoy a seamless, fully digital experience with flexible check-in options, parking, luggage storage, and stays tailored for solo travelers, families, friends, or business trips.	Click below to complete your booking and add the 9% discount code ‘MDPI2026’. *Code valid for bookings between 7 May – 11 November 2026 Discount valid for stays between 11 – 13 November 2026

These accommodations have been carefully chosen to provide comfort and convenience for our guests while ensuring affordability through negotiated rates. Prepare to make the most of your conference experience with our exclusive lodging options designed to enhance your stay.

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