Hotels with rooftop bars
There’s a wide selection of hotel rooftop bars in Barcelona, and luckily so, as the skyline is breathtaking. Almanac is a stylish hotel with a rooftop that feels like a world of its own—featuring an indoor bar with floor-to-ceiling windows, private lounge areas, lush greenery, and a pool.
At the Barcelona Edition hotel, you’ll want to dine at least once in The Roof restaurant, which boasts a chic atmosphere, romantic lighting, and an unobstructed view. Some balconies and bathrooms here also offer unbeatable vistas.
For a more budget-conscious option, head to Iberostar Selection Paseo de Gracia. This four-star hotel, just off La Rambla, offers a fantastic rooftop pool and a photogenic interior perfect for your Instagram feed.
Hotels with gourmet restaurants
Ohla Barcelona is located at one of the city’s most stylish addresses and has brought in the youngest French chef to ever earn a Michelin star for their restaurant, Caelis. The romantic dining spot, helmed by Chef Romain Fornell, features an open kitchen to watch the chefs at work and intimate tables to enjoy one of three exquisite tasting menus that change weekly.
Chef Fornell is also behind the indulgent breakfast served here. The interior reflects modern excellence with a focus on design in the heart of the Gothic Quarter, plus a rooftop pool perfect for aperitifs.
Spa hotels in Barcelona
If you’re looking for a different type of Barcelona getaway focused on relaxation, try the Gran Hotel La Florida. This five-star spa hotel is nestled in the hills overlooking the city, boasting terraced gardens with unparalleled views and a spa featuring L'Occitane products, ensuring quality. There’s an indoor and outdoor pool, jacuzzi, and a selection of treatments and rituals to choose from.
Alternatively, located in the heart of the city and steps from Casa Milà, Seventy Barcelona is a modern hotel with a minimalist design and a very photogenic rooftop pool and terrace. The organic, vegan spa offers a complete treatment menu along with a pool, steam room, and sauna in its cozy interior.
Exceptional hotels
Constructed to catch attention with its Dubai-esque glass sail, W Barcelona is as much a piece of modern art as it is a luxury hotel, complete with a sleek glass facade, sophisticated modern interiors, and a vibrant neon light display at night. Inside, discover the future of luxury with the Extreme Wow Suite that includes space-age furniture, an extraordinary balcony, a Gaudí-inspired bar, a foosball table, and a pulsating full-wall speaker system with a DJ booth. Standard rooms are slightly less dramatic but equally chic, modern, and comfortable. Dining options include Peruvian, Japanese, or tapas available on the 26th floor, by the pool, or on the beach. DJ nights, late-night parties, SUP and Pilates sessions, a spa, beach access, and two exceptional pools round out the offerings.
Luxury hotels in Barcelona
The Mandarin Oriental is a brand synonymous with luxury, and the Barcelona location on one of Eixample’s chicest streets is no exception. Its rooms and suites emphasize contemporary luxury with soothing tones, indulgently deep bathtubs, and high-end furniture. There are two elegant indoor restaurants, each uniquely designed, a trendy bar, and a rooftop restaurant serving Peruvian cuisine al fresco. The hotel features a secluded rooftop pool, an indoor pool, an award-winning spa, and a separate HairSpa. Guests can book various experiences through the hotel, including wine tours, hiking, scuba diving, helicopter rides, yacht excursions, and hot-air balloon rides.