Hotels for The Strokes - Reality Awaits

A late-night arena show from a band that built its reputation on scuzzy guitars and deadpan cool, now playing to a room built for spectacle rather than sweat. Expect a crowd skewed toward those who caught the first records on release and want to hear the old songs played loud one more time. A 9. The kind of gig that rewards turning up rested rather than arriving straight off a flight.

High on Montjuïc amid Barcelona's Olympic legacy, the Palau Sant Jordi is the city's premier indoor arena, hosting major concerts and sport within a striking hilltop complex. The surrounding area offers gardens, museums and sweeping views over the city and sea, a memorable setting before a show. Funicular, Metro and buses climb toward the venue, linking down into the centre. Booking a room in central Barcelona lets you enjoy the city's restaurants and nightlife, then make the short trip up to the arena.