Barcelona, SpainLa Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample
Ofelias Hotel
Restrained boutique townhouse
La Nova Esquerra de l'Eixample Barcelona, Spain
Opened
2012
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
The house
Bondia HotelsRestrained boutique townhouse
The boutique townhouse embraces quiet restraint, trading late-night party buzz for courtyard drinks and an unhurried pace.
What it’s good at
Notable
Lázaro Rosa-Violán styled the spaces with dark wood panelling and Pre-Raphaelite art touches.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The design is impeccable in its restraint — this place is elegant above all else.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Parc de Joan Miró sits just around the corner, and the Las Arenas complex is steps across the street.
The rooms
Rooms lean into quiet simplicity, with muted palettes, subtle art prints, and peaceful, residential proportions.
The rooftop pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The seasonal rooftop plunge pool sits on a wooden deck flanked by wicker daybeds and potted greenery.
At the table
A breakfast buffet is served beside glazed teal tiles, with tables opening out onto the courtyard terrace.
How it began
The property takes its name from Shakespeare's Ophelia, inspired by the romantic naturalism of Pre-Raphaelite art.
Barcelona
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
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.