Hotel Arts Barcelona
Barcelona
OVERVIEW
Barcelona is a great mix of city sights and beachside delights and staying in Barceloneta means you’re ideally placed for enjoying as much of the sandy beaches as possible at the Hotel Arts Barcelona. Set between the city and the Mediterranean Sea, the seafront hotel soars 44 storeys above the seafront with the famous Frank Gehry fish sculpture, Peix, anchoring its entrance. An icon in the skyline, the Hotel Arts is where culture, architecture and Catalan cuisine meet in perfect harmony in a stylish setting of blue glass and exposed steel.
While Barcelona’s idiosyncratic streets are replete with historic masterpieces by the hand of Gaudi, the Hotel Arts is a thoroughly modern affair and one of the city’s original luxury hotels. It’s also arty in name and in nature, with its public areas accented by original artworks and extravagant floral displays. If you’re looking to dip in and out of the city then this location may well be for you; set on the Port Olimpic it’s got stunning sea views and a leisurely stroll will bring you to the city centre – or you can catch a cab.
Despite its modern exterior the Hotel Arts is blessed with a garden, raised above ground level with verdant fronds to shade you from the bright Spanish sun. Swim in the pool next to the fish sculpture or pick from one of the delightful beaches – with this location the whole city is your oyster.
SUMMARY
Rooms: 483
Location: Barceloneta, Barcelona
Nearest Airport: Barcelona-El Prat International Airport
Board Basis: Room Only, Bed & Breakfast
6 Reasons to visit Hotel Arts Barcelona
- Five restaurants means you’re spoilt for choice, especially with two Michelin-starred Enoteca
- Breakfast includes champagne – because why not?
- None of the rooms are overlooked so all are wonderfully bright with lovely views
- The city centre is a good walk away, but it means the hotel is quieter and more relaxed
- How often do you get the chance to swim under a Frank Gehry sculpture?
- You’ll go home dreaming of the Iberico ham they serve, if you’re of that persuasion
If you mistake the staff for models or fashion designers, no worries – you’re not the first. Not only are they gorgeous, their uniforms are designed by local fashion house Cortana. So many people asked for their own versions of the dresses that they have partnered up with the design house to offer guests the chance to get their own piece of er, ‘hotel-inspired’ luxury.
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Where to stay
Given its location on the waterfront each of the rooms is spacious, light and not overlooked by other hotels. Rooms have views of the city, sea or even both. The design is sleek and minimalist, with great amenities. Rooms have large windows with panoramic views and spacious and comfortable interiors. Executive Suites are fitted with expansive windows for exceptional views, located on the 19th floor and up. Mediterranean and Arts suites are particularly luxurious. Originally conceived as full-time residences, the duplex apartments are located on the top 10 floors of the hotel with full services including kitchens. Some have private lifts and personal gyms with resident trainers.
If you mistake the staff for models or fashion designers, no worries – you’re not the first. Not only are they gorgeous, their uniforms are designed by local fashion house Cortana. So many people asked for their own versions of the dresses that they have partnered up with the design house to offer guests the chance to get their own piece of er, ‘hotel-inspired’ luxury.
What to do
Visit during the scorching hot Spanish summer and you’ll want a decent pool to cool off in: step forward Hotel Arts’ shimmering swimming pool which sits alongside Frank Gehry’s iconic fish sculpture. Alongside the pool there’s a well-equipped gym, spa, children’s pool and garden. Located in Barceloneta you’re close to the beaches, but you’ll need to take a cab (or be prepared for a good walk) if you want to head into the city proper.
If you mistake the staff for models or fashion designers, no worries – you’re not the first. Not only are they gorgeous, their uniforms are designed by local fashion house Cortana. So many people asked for their own versions of the dresses that they have partnered up with the design house to offer guests the chance to get their own piece of er, ‘hotel-inspired’ luxury.
What and Where to Eat
There are five restaurants to choose from, ranging from an all-day, family-friendly bistro to a two Michelin-starred restaurant. Frank’s is a buzzing cocktail just off the lobby with an atmospheric lounge area and fireplace. Breakfast is on the expensive side but includes champagne and almost anything else your heart desiers.
If you mistake the staff for models or fashion designers, no worries – you’re not the first. Not only are they gorgeous, their uniforms are designed by local fashion house Cortana. So many people asked for their own versions of the dresses that they have partnered up with the design house to offer guests the chance to get their own piece of er, ‘hotel-inspired’ luxury.
When to travel
| Month | Temp(C) |
Sun(hrs) |
Rain(mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan |
10 | 5 | 33 |
Feb |
10 | 7 | 41 |
Mar |
12 | 7 | 33 |
Apr |
13 | 8 | 37 |
May |
16 | 8 | 54 |
Jun |
20 | 9 | 10 |
Jul |
23 | 10 | 25 |
Aug |
24 | 9 | 64 |
Sep |
22 | 8 | 75 |
Oct |
18 | 6 | 87 |
Nov |
13 | 5 | 34 |
Dec |
11 | 4 | 35 |