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2,883 reviews
  • Glamorous hotel with concierge service
  • Three restaurants, two bars, a rooftop pool, gym and spa

Iconic, five-star hotel in an upmarket area

Inspired by the glitz and glamour of the roaring 20s, the five-star El Palace is situated just a few blocks from Passeig de Gràcia, often labelled Barcelona's most luxurious avenue. Boasting famous connections, the hotel was once home to Rolling Stones legend Ronnie Wood and the world-famous artist Salvador Dali.
When you want to relax in style, the rooftop pool is a lovely spot for a swim, and there’s a Mayan-themed spa with six treatment rooms and a sauna. You’ll also have access to a gym, if all that relaxing gets too much.
Breakfast at this hotel is a glamorous affair, with a large buffet served in a grand room featuring a stone fountain in its centre. Alternatively, ‘The Hall’ dishes up tapas and Mediterranean fare in an elegant setting, or head to the Rooftop Garden for sandwiches and snacks.
At dinner, Amar Restaurant is run by renowned head chef Rafa Zafra, and serves upmarket seafood dishes in a spectacular navy and gold dining room. After eating, head to the Bluesman Cocktail Bar, located in the hotel’s basement. Here you can enjoy live music at the weekend and a glitzy atmosphere that looks like it’s been lifted straight out of The Great Gatsby.

What El Palace has to offer

    La Sagrada Familia

    Considered Barcelona’s must-see attraction and the most recognisable building in the city, Gaudi’s extraordinary basilica dedicated to the Holy Family makes for a mesmerising experience. Inside, you’ll find otherworldly scenery with colours streaming through stained-glass windows, geometric shapes and towering pillars. You can walk here in 25 minutes or take a three-minute train from Tetuan metro station, just five minutes’ walk from the hotel.

    Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art

    Housing a permanent collection of over 5,000 works, this museum (also known as MACBA) showcases Catalan art ranging from 1945 to the present day. Considered the city’s foremost modern art centre, you’ll also find a range of captivating exhibitions and a selection of works by international artists. It’s just a 20-minute walk from the hotel.

    Casa Milà

    Another of Gaudi’s magical creations, the UNESCO-listed Casa Milà is one of the most original apartment blocks in the world. Created in the early 20th century, it’s impossible to miss this wave-like, stone structure that spans the corner of Passeig de Gràcia. Inside, you’ll find a butterfly-shaped courtyard and a surreal rooftop with twisted pillars that resemble something from a fairytale. You can walk here in 20 minutes from the hotel.

    Facilities

    Food & Drink

    • Bar
    • Breakfast room
    • Poolside snack bar
    • Restaurant
    Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

    Entertainment

    • Indoor pool
    • Outdoor pool
    • Pub
    Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

    Sports & Health

    • Hot tub
    • Massage
    • Sauna
    • Spa centre
    • Spa treatments
    Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

    Good to know

    Certified sustainable

    A hotel features our 'Certified Sustainable' label when it holds an active sustainability certification from an independent, third-party organisation that features on the ABTA/ANVR list of recognised certifications. These schemes have been assessed against internationally recognised sustainability standards, including the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. 

    Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

    Find out more about Arc Triomf

    With a mix of historical charm and modern city life, Arc de Triomf is a lively and picturesque part of Barcelona. The Arc de Triomf itself is an impressive red-brick monument built for the 1888 Universal Exhibition, and serves as the gateway to Parc de la Ciutadella, one of the city’s most beautiful green spaces. The park is perfect for leisurely walks, boat rides, or picnics and is home to the Barcelona Zoo and the Catalan Parliament.

    Gran Via De Les Corts Catalanes, 668, Arc Triomf, 8010, Spain

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