Madrid
This neighbourhood spot with its big marble bar top evokes the classic cocktail bars of Madrid's past, but it's a casual place with few pretensions. There…
Madrid
This neighbourhood spot with its big marble bar top evokes the classic cocktail bars of Madrid's past, but it's a casual place with few pretensions. There…
Los Cristianos, Playa de las Américas & Costa Adeje
Part of the worldwide rock 'n' roll chain, with a buzzy vibe, music-themed decor and a stunning rooftop terrace with sea views beyond the palms. Regular…
West Ibiza
Right by the Egg roundabout, Plastik is one of the best club-bars in Sant Antoni, with quality DJs, an intimate dance floor and lots of pre-parties for…
Valladolid
Decor here is suitably comedic, with Laurel and Hardy on the screen and Chaplin pics (and similar) decorating the walls. It's a reliable, popular choice…
Alicante
Friendly and sociable, this is an attractive space with exposed stone, flamboyant lighting and other designer touches. The drinks are decent and it opens…
Ibiza Town
Hugging the old city walls, Angelo is a busy LGBT bar with several levels and a popular international rooftop restaurant. The atmosphere is relaxed and…
Palma de Mallorca
This friendly terraced bar in the heart of Palma's gay 'district' is a great place to kick-start your night. Very reasonable cocktails and tapas and…
Fuerteventura
On a jetty jutting out into the ocean, this swanky glass-walled bar is the top spot for a sunset cocktail. There's also a good beer menu and light snacks…
Hondarribia
This hip little bar pays homage to New Orleans through its great music line-up. Stop in for local craft beers and cocktails. There are a few tables on the…
Sevilla Province
Plaza Mayor, Osuna's elegant central square, sets the stage for drinks at this local haunt. Al fresco tables overlook the square, providing a perfect…
Nerja
Has Guinness, Murphy's and Jameson's on tap, great live music kicking off around 11pm on weekends, and – bonus – a shockingly good view over the…
Palma de Mallorca
A lively locals' bar with a hint of grunge, Bar Flexas took up residence long before the streets southeast of the Plaça Major became trendy and remains a…
Andalucía
Of the many bars overlooking Plaza Kebila, this pub is one of the best with outdoor summer seating and a cosy brick and wood interior. Beers are €2 a go…
Segovia
This is no cheesy disco – the decor is sumptuous with exquisite friezes, flocked wallpaper, chandeliers and an overall extravagant theatrical feel. It's…
Bilbao
Start off the night at this sophisticated rooftop bar, which has first-rate cocktails and fine views over town from its third-storey perch inside the…
Logroño
Just outside the old town, Asterisco serves up coffees by day and microbrews and cocktails by night. It's a lively, welcoming space, with a few outdoor…
Sanlúcar de Barrameda
Sink into plump cushions amid antique furnishings, or linger in the hibiscus-dotted garden, for coffee and homemade cakes courtesy of the old-world cafe…
Castilla y León
Not many of the bars around Zamora's Plaza Mayor stand out, but Ocellum has a good range of cocktails and suitably comfortable chairs to enjoy them in. In…
L'Eixample
A big bar over two levels with a slightly older crowd, Punto gets busy on Friday and Saturday nights with its blend of Spanish pop and dance. It’s a…
El Puerto de Santa María
At this wood-beamed, family-run, spit-and-sawdust-style bar, the house sweet stuff is siphoned from woody barrels, and the home-cooked Saturday-lunch…
Logroño
Brew lovers from far and wide descend on this laid-back bar on the plaza. You'll find 20 different craft beers on tap from the Basque Country, Catalonia…
Tarifa
This neon-lit bar de copas (drinks bar) has low, cushioned chill-out sofas, good mojitos and other cocktails, a lengthy happy hour, and football on the…
Santa Cruz de la Palma
With a large array of tables out on the cobbles, this peaceful restaurant-bar is a superb choice for some al fresco supping of chilled Cruzcampo or…
Santander
Hold off until 2am, then party on until dawn at this long-standing, dimly lit bar-nightclub, where DJs spin everything from rock to reggae. You’ll catch…
Bilbao
A chilled spot for a cocktail with a good-looking crowd (and even better-looking waitstaff), outdoor seating and a colourfully decked interior. On the…
Fuerteventura
Tucked away down a narrow cobbled lane, La Tierra is a great choice for drinks at the outdoor tables. There's a jam session every Wednesday and a language…
Alicante
One of the Barrio's most reliable spots for a decent drink, with a friendly, bohemian atmosphere and good rock and metal sounds. It also runs a live-music…
Basque Country
Fun and festive, La Cassette draws all ages for its outstanding mojitos and G&Ts. Things get lively on weekends, with DJs spinning highly danceable tunes…
Jerez de la Frontera
One of three lively side-by-side bares de copas (drinks bars) next to the Hotel Sherry Park, north of the centre, Kapote goes until late with chart…
Castellón Province
The best year-round option in Benicàssim, this sweet place is a fine destination for a post-tapas copa (mixed drink), with friendly staff and a pleasant…
Costa del Sol
Front and centre in Benalmádena's plush port, this place is a cool coffee bar with wicker chairs by day, but it morphs into a club after sunset, with…
Segovia
Tucked down a narrow street, this intimate bar has a wide range of vino by the glass, good tapas, regular art exhibitions and live music on the outside…
León
We like this place for its boutique beers and agreeable atmosphere – it produces six beers of its own, including lagers, ales and a stout. The food gets…
Chueca
As you'd expect, it's all about gin here, with more than 40 different types available including gin with coffee (El Gin Coffee). There's a bar to sit at…
L'Eixample
Cool for a low-key drink earlier on, Átame (Tie Me Up) heats up later in the night when the gay crowd comes out to play. There is a fun drag show Thursday…
Córdoba
The artiest bar in the riverside area, with elaborate cocktails and a great terrace looking down to the river. Often DJs or live music on Friday and/or…
Burgos
'The Enchanted Forest' revels in its kitsch decor and is good for early evening drinks. There are plenty of other bars in the vicinity to keep the night…
Palma de Mallorca
For all your (male-only) dark room encounters, including naked and fetish parties, this is the place. Look for the small illuminated sign and the deep…
Salamanca
A stalwart of Salamanca nightlife, with medieval-style decor. Garamond has music that's good to dance to without straying too far from the mainstream. No…
West Ibiza
Sidling up to Café Mambo and Café del Mar on Sunset Strip, this fresh-faced lounge is a super-relaxed spot for drinking in the sunset over a cocktail (€10…