Neo-Gothic culinary landmark
Pale stone and restored nineteenth-century brickwork meet sleek industrial steel, where visiting food lovers gather beneath dramatic central light wells.
“The entrance is large and impressive, and the design is on point.”
Where it shines
Notable
Restored nineteenth-century brickwork meets oak paneling and fiber-optic starry bedroom ceilings.
Notable
Egyptian cotton bedding, pillow menus, and freestanding soaking tubs beside Passeig de Gràcia.
Notable
An 1895 mansion by Josep Vilaseca, preserving its grand marble staircase and polychrome facade.
What they say
One Michelin Key
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The public spaces bring together old and new, featuring pale stone and romantic staircases — a reminder of the building’s past — with industrial steel.
“the project was then completed by duo Tote Moreno and Carles Bassó along with interior designer Mercè Borrell, who meticulously restored the neo-gothic inspired building … to showcase the best of its original details, including the building’s original grand marble staircase.”
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Set on Passeig de Gràcia, the hotel sits steps from Gaudí masterpieces Casa Batlló and La Pedrera amid premier designer boutiques.
The rooms
Natural oak paneling frames exposed brick, freestanding soaking tubs, and tiny fiber-optic ceiling lights set above Egyptian cotton sheets.
The rooftop pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Woven daybeds line the seasonal rooftop plunge pool, surrounded by lush planters along the wooden deck.
The spa
Subterranean treatment rooms host Kobido facials and Mediterranean rituals alongside a Finnish sauna and hammam.
The gym
Under exposed stone vaults and brickwork, the fitness room has Technogym equipment for workouts around the clock.
Glasss Restaurant
Floor-to-ceiling windows look across the rooftop terrace for morning breakfast and twice-monthly free-flow Sunday brunch.
Occupying a painstakingly restored Neo-Gothic mansion, this grand address sits near two of Gaudí’s masterpieces — the Casa Batlló and La Pedrera.
At the table
Martín Berasategui oversees dining across the property, from tapas on Verbena Terrace to cocktails at BERA.
How it began
Built in 1895 as Casa Enric Batlló, this pre-modernist mansion preserves its ornate brickwork, wrought-iron facade, and sweeping marble staircase.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.