The city sees its hotel offering revitalized with global brands and projects that redefine its tourism appeal

Barcelona is currently experiencing a boom in its hotel offering marked by the arrival of international brands, the transformation of historic hotels, and the creation of exclusive residences in iconic buildings. As a result, the city is consolidating its position as a global luxury destination and urban-experiences hub, with options ranging from beachfront lifestyle complexes to sustainable accommodation, pop-up downtown hotels, and high-end residences designed for long stays. SLS Barcelona. Located in Port Fòrum, this 5-star resort is the first from the SLS brand in Europe. With 471 rooms and suites, private balconies, and contemporary design, it offers six restaurants and bars, a pool on the boardwalk, and two infinity pools on the rooftop. On top of all this, it features a spacious spa with a wellness center and beauty salon. The hotel also boasts a 700 m² ballroom and event spaces, aiming to become a benchmark for the city's glamorous and cosmopolitan lifestyle. METT Barcelona (Gran Hotel La Florida). Perched above the city, the Gran Hotel La Florida has been completely renovated for the Mett brand’s debut in Barcelona. The establishment features 70 designer rooms and suites, including the exclusive Design Suites with private pool, offering panoramic views of the Barcelona skyline. Its gastronomic spaces have been reinvented with gastro bars and open terraces, while the spa and its elevated pool club with jacuzzi offer relaxing experiences in a carefully preserved modernist setting.

Located in a hundred-year-old building, METT Barcelona is a 5-star hotel offering 70 rooms and elegant suites © METT Hotels & Resorts

45 Times Barcelona. Situated on Plaza de Cataluña, this superior 4-star hotel, managed by Palladium Group, reinforces the city’s cosmopolitan spirit with 119 rooms in a variety of categories. It will temporarily operate under the pop-up 45 Times brand, with personalized services and a rooftop with pool and bar offering exceptional views, before transforming into a Bless collection hotel focused on experiential luxury. Moxy Barcelona. Situated in the Sants neighborhood, this lifestyle hotel from Marriott International offers 414 rooms with modular design and artistic murals depicting different neighborhoods across the city. Designed for a young and dynamic audience, it features social spaces for events, a 24-hour gym, and a rooftop with a pool and chill-out area. Its culinary offering is rounded off with a rooftop restaurant and bar managed by Grup Confiteria, transforming it into a new urban meeting place.

Moxy Barcelona has been designed for a young and dynamic audience © Marriott International

Mercer Residences Palau Moxó. In the only preserved Baroque palace in Barcelona, Mercer Hotels has created five luxury residences designed for long stays with capacity for up to 6 people. These 260 m² duplexes combine history and modern design while preserving original 18th-century architectural elements. Featuring a private gym, concierge services, and access to Mercer Barcelona’s facilities, the project also includes exclusive spaces for high-level events in historic halls and an Italian courtyard stretching out over 500 m².