The Spanish city of Barcelona is a superb travel destination for romance, architecture and culture, fine food, shopping, spa, business or just leisure. Not to mention, Barcelona now has some of the most interesting and innovative architecture in Europe – not forgetting its eye watering collection of hip bars, designer boutiques and world-famous nightlife
Pure Entertainment Group, a bespoke concierge company unveils its list of the top 10 luxury hotels in Barcelona. “I’ve visited Barcelona on numerous occasions and the city offers plenty of options to enjoy free time; Las Ramblas, Paseo De Gracia, and many other spots of the city combine its electric life with a bohemian style, characteristic of its habitants. We’ve selected these top 10 hotels because they stand out for their quality, luxury as well as popularity, and are regularly rated as being the best of the luxury hotels in Barcelona among our clients”, said Steve Edo – CEO/Founder.
We invite you to take your pick from the contemporary Hotel Arts, the classical El Palace Hotel or the intimate ABaC Barcelona. Here is our list of the top 10 luxury hotels in Barcelona, Spain (in no order):
Ohla Hotel
The Ohla Hotel is a five-star luxury boutique hotel located downtown Barcelona, near by Catalunya Square and Las Ramblas, located in the historical town of the city. Ohla’s attention to comfort and detail extends to its gastronomic offering as well. With four distinct dining options – a fine-dining experience, a casual restaurant with round the clock service, a lounge and bar, and a terrace area with the best views in the city’s historic core – Ohla is an ideal Barcelona luxury retreat with only 74 rooms.
ABaC Barcelona
Member of the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World group, ABaC Barcelona is an exceptional intimate luxury boutique hotel tucked away in the upper reaches of the city on the prestigious Avenida Tibidabo, minutes from the historical city centre. This absolutely gorgeous property features 15 uniquely designed guestrooms and suites, a two-starred Michelin restaurant (one of the best experience in the city), a lovely spa as well as a stylish bar complemented with a garden.
Hotel Arts
Overlooking the Mediterranean, the Hotel Arts Barcelona embodies the rich history and architecture of Spain’s foremost Catalan city. Set within an imposing 44-story modern glass and steel tower directly on the Olympic Port harbor and Barcelona beachfront, the Hotel Arts Barcelona is a stunning 5-star hotel offering 483 spacious rooms with panoramic views over the sea and the city of Barcelona. If you choose to stay at the Hotel Arts you will benefit from a contemporary hotel, in a quiet location of Barcelona near the beaches and marina area.
Hotel Casa Fuster
Hotel Casa Fuster is a traditional meeting point not only for guest, but also for artists, intellectuals and citizens that are looking for a unique and quiet environment for both business and pleasure. The rooftop terrace with pool has been converted into a lookout point with views to all of Paseo de Gràcia all the way to the Mediterranean sea, up to Tibidabo and across to Sagrada Familia. Member of the Leading Hotels Of The World group, the hotel offers 105 guestrooms and suites but we highly recommend you book one of the east-facing rooms that look down the Paseo de Gràcia and let in ample morning sun.
W Hotel Barcelona
The W Barcelona is located on the Nova Bocana, the “new entrance” of the Port of Barcelona, which will open the city’s historic center to the Mediterranean. The hotel exudes a ‘hip’ atmosphere, with exciting dining, nightlife and entertainment options for its well-dressed international clientele for which the W brand is known, including a roof top bar, large spa, indoor and outdoor pool, several food and beverage concepts and a retail store. Sleep tight in one of the 473 guest rooms and enjoy Barcelona.
El Palace Hotel
El Palace hotel reopened its doors in October 2009 after a complete refurbishment, which has preserved the classic spirit that has always characterized this property, distinguished as a symbol of Barcelona’s hotel tradition. Set in the heart of the city centre, close to Las Ramblas and in the most prestigious shopping area, the hotel is surrounded by boulevards, theatres and main banks. Decide to stay in our Salvador Dali´s suite to live like a King for a day or sleep in one of the hotel’s 125 rooms fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology.
Hotel Neri
The Neri Hotel & Restaurant, a weathered 18th-century palace located deep in the heart of Barcelona’s Gothic quarter – the historic bario, combines echoes of history with a sophisticated and contemporary style. This gorgeous boutique Hotel features 22 exclusive rooms, a rooftop terrace a gastronomic restaurant where Chef Benito Iranzo offers a treat for the five senses.
Mandarin Oriental Barcelona
Immerse yourself in Barcelona chic; the luxury five-star hotel Mandarin Oriental Barcelona has a superb address on the city’s famous Passeig de Gràcia, near the Casa Batlló by Gaudi with its fabulous façade. Minimal and overtly designer, yet light and comfortable; the 98 luxurious guestrooms are chic, with crisp lines and the absolute latest in-room amenities. The hotel also features two swimming pools (rooftop), a 1,000 sqm (10,763 sq ft) of spa with treatment rooms/suites, Michelin star dining at restaurant Moments as well as numerous bars.
Hotel Murmuri
Murmuri is a trendy boutique hotel, designed by Kelly Hoppen with intimate yet modern touches. Member of the “Preferred Boutique”, the hotel is located in the very heart of Barcelona, on the Eixample, beside the Passeig de Gràcia, the commercial and cultural nerve centre of the city. You’ll be pleased in one of the 53-room that are chic, more fashion-world than design-world – elegant rather than avant-garde. If what you’re after is a refuge, a bit of calm while being in the centre of town, Hotel Murmuri certainly offers that.
Grand Hotel Central Barcelona
This Barcelona boutique hotel is cool and stylish, located in the very centre of the city, next to Barcelona’s Cathedral. The Grand Hotel Central offers amazing views over the Gothic district and the ancient city walls and is the perfect base for exploring the city. Featuring a combination of the avant-garde and 21st century style, the Grand Hotel Central Barcelona has 147 spacious guestrooms and suites where guests will find a welcoming, quiet and elegant space, the ultimate in comfort and style. With views of El Born and the sea, the rooftop infinity swimming pool is possibly the most spectacular in Barcelona offering a break from the hustle and bustle of city below.
If you like our suggestion and would like some help in securing room reservations or creating bespoke travel packages at some of these top 10 luxury hotels in Barcelona, Spain, contact your luxury concierge, Pure Conciergerie. By booking through us, you can enjoy preferential room rates and value added amenities among some of the benefits.
Reservations/Bookings at these top 10 luxury hotels in Barcelona, Spain:
Email: concierge@purentonline.com for pricing, info and availability.
Pure Entertainment Group
Pictures courtesy of Ohla Hotel, ABaC Barcelona, Hotel Arts, Hotel Casa Fuster, W Hotel Barcelona, El Palace Hotel, Neri Hotel & Restaurant, Mandarin Oriental Barcelona, Hotel Murmuri, Grand Hotel Central Barcelona
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The Spanish city of Barcelona is a superb travel destination for romance, architecture and culture, fine food, shopping, spa, business or just leisure. Not to mention, Barcelona now has some of the most interesting and innovative architecture in Europe – not forgetting its eye watering collection of hip bars, designer boutiques and world-famous nightlife
Pure Entertainment Group, a bespoke concierge company unveils its list of the top 10 luxury hotels in Barcelona. “I’ve visited Barcelona on numerous occasions and the city offers plenty of options to enjoy free time; Las Ramblas, Paseo De Gracia, and many other spots of the city combine its electric life with a bohemian style, characteristic of its habitants. We’ve selected these top 10 hotels because they stand out for their quality, luxury as well as popularity, and are regularly rated as being the best of the luxury hotels in Barcelona among our clients”, said Steve Edo – CEO/Founder.
We invite you to take your pick from the contemporary Hotel Arts, the classical El Palace Hotel or the intimate ABaC Barcelona. Here is our list of the top 10 luxury hotels in Barcelona, Spain (in no order):
Ohla Hotel
The Ohla Hotel is a five-star luxury boutique hotel located downtown Barcelona, near by Catalunya Square and Las Ramblas, located in the historical town of the city. Ohla’s attention to comfort and detail extends to its gastronomic offering as well. With four distinct dining options – a fine-dining experience, a casual restaurant with round the clock service, a lounge and bar, and a terrace area with the best views in the city’s historic core – Ohla is an ideal Barcelona luxury retreat with only 74 rooms.
ABaC Barcelona
Member of the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World group, ABaC Barcelona is an exceptional intimate luxury boutique hotel tucked away in the upper reaches of the city on the prestigious Avenida Tibidabo, minutes from the historical city centre. This absolutely gorgeous property features 15 uniquely designed guestrooms and suites, a two-starred Michelin restaurant (one of the best experience in the city), a lovely spa as well as a stylish bar complemented with a garden.
Hotel Arts
Overlooking the Mediterranean, the Hotel Arts Barcelona embodies the rich history and architecture of Spain’s foremost Catalan city. Set within an imposing 44-story modern glass and steel tower directly on the Olympic Port harbor and Barcelona beachfront, the Hotel Arts Barcelona is a stunning 5-star hotel offering 483 spacious rooms with panoramic views over the sea and the city of Barcelona. If you choose to stay at the Hotel Arts you will benefit from a contemporary hotel, in a quiet location of Barcelona near the beaches and marina area.
Hotel Casa Fuster
Hotel Casa Fuster is a traditional meeting point not only for guest, but also for artists, intellectuals and citizens that are looking for a unique and quiet environment for both business and pleasure. The rooftop terrace with pool has been converted into a lookout point with views to all of Paseo de Gràcia all the way to the Mediterranean sea, up to Tibidabo and across to Sagrada Familia. Member of the Leading Hotels Of The World group, the hotel offers 105 guestrooms and suites but we highly recommend you book one of the east-facing rooms that look down the Paseo de Gràcia and let in ample morning sun.
W Hotel Barcelona
The W Barcelona is located on the Nova Bocana, the “new entrance” of the Port of Barcelona, which will open the city’s historic center to the Mediterranean. The hotel exudes a ‘hip’ atmosphere, with exciting dining, nightlife and entertainment options for its well-dressed international clientele for which the W brand is known, including a roof top bar, large spa, indoor and outdoor pool, several food and beverage concepts and a retail store. Sleep tight in one of the 473 guest rooms and enjoy Barcelona.
El Palace Hotel
El Palace hotel reopened its doors in October 2009 after a complete refurbishment, which has preserved the classic spirit that has always characterized this property, distinguished as a symbol of Barcelona’s hotel tradition. Set in the heart of the city centre, close to Las Ramblas and in the most prestigious shopping area, the hotel is surrounded by boulevards, theatres and main banks. Decide to stay in our Salvador Dali´s suite to live like a King for a day or sleep in one of the hotel’s 125 rooms fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology.
Hotel Neri
The Neri Hotel & Restaurant, a weathered 18th-century palace located deep in the heart of Barcelona’s Gothic quarter – the historic bario, combines echoes of history with a sophisticated and contemporary style. This gorgeous boutique Hotel features 22 exclusive rooms, a rooftop terrace a gastronomic restaurant where Chef Benito Iranzo offers a treat for the five senses.
Mandarin Oriental Barcelona
Immerse yourself in Barcelona chic; the luxury five-star hotel Mandarin Oriental Barcelona has a superb address on the city’s famous Passeig de Gràcia, near the Casa Batlló by Gaudi with its fabulous façade. Minimal and overtly designer, yet light and comfortable; the 98 luxurious guestrooms are chic, with crisp lines and the absolute latest in-room amenities. The hotel also features two swimming pools (rooftop), a 1,000 sqm (10,763 sq ft) of spa with treatment rooms/suites, Michelin star dining at restaurant Moments as well as numerous bars.
Hotel Murmuri
Murmuri is a trendy boutique hotel, designed by Kelly Hoppen with intimate yet modern touches. Member of the “Preferred Boutique”, the hotel is located in the very heart of Barcelona, on the Eixample, beside the Passeig de Gràcia, the commercial and cultural nerve centre of the city. You’ll be pleased in one of the 53-room that are chic, more fashion-world than design-world – elegant rather than avant-garde. If what you’re after is a refuge, a bit of calm while being in the centre of town, Hotel Murmuri certainly offers that.
Grand Hotel Central Barcelona
This Barcelona boutique hotel is cool and stylish, located in the very centre of the city, next to Barcelona’s Cathedral. The Grand Hotel Central offers amazing views over the Gothic district and the ancient city walls and is the perfect base for exploring the city. Featuring a combination of the avant-garde and 21st century style, the Grand Hotel Central Barcelona has 147 spacious guestrooms and suites where guests will find a welcoming, quiet and elegant space, the ultimate in comfort and style. With views of El Born and the sea, the rooftop infinity swimming pool is possibly the most spectacular in Barcelona offering a break from the hustle and bustle of city below.
If you like our suggestion and would like some help in securing room reservations or creating bespoke travel packages at some of these top 10 luxury hotels in Barcelona, Spain, contact your luxury concierge, Pure Conciergerie. By booking through us, you can enjoy preferential room rates and value added amenities among some of the benefits.
Reservations/Bookings at these top 10 luxury hotels in Barcelona, Spain:
Email: concierge@purentonline.com for pricing, info and availability.
Pure Entertainment Group
Pictures courtesy of Ohla Hotel, ABaC Barcelona, Hotel Arts, Hotel Casa Fuster, W Hotel Barcelona, El Palace Hotel, Neri Hotel & Restaurant, Mandarin Oriental Barcelona, Hotel Murmuri, Grand Hotel Central Barcelona