Barcelona is an extraordinary city blessed with historic architecture, its own art movement, some of the finest food in Spain, streets of fashion and a sandy beach.

Antonio Gaudi introduced the world to creative modernism, an architectural movement that knew no boundaries beyond his imagination and Barcelona is filled with testimonies to his genius. Nearby Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona is the famous Gaudi House, Casa Batlló, and not far away is his grand opus, the Sagrada Familia basilica. This astonishing unfinished work of art is in constant development, as funds wax and wane.

Once you’ve absorbed art and the avant-garde you can wander through the Barcelona streets admiring fine 18th Century architecture. Off the main track are many quieter quarters of town.

Barcelona is an enormously stylish city, overflowing with fashionable boutiques and chic retailers, particularly on the Passeig de Gràcia, where our hotel is located.

Dining and drinking can be an all day past time; enjoy tapas in between a slow meander around the city.  Barcelona has both classic restaurants and an inventive modern scene. Evenings can be filled with entertainment, from opera at Gran Teatre del Liceu to the energetic street life of the famous Las Ramblas.

Barcelona’s unique attribute has to be its proximity to the sea. It has a lively marina and the beaches are exceptional, dotted with cafes where you can refresh yourself with the sand beneath your toes.