Mandarin Oriental Barcelona

Set within an elegant mid-20th-century townhouse, Mandarin Oriental Barcelona offers avant-garde luxury at the city’s most exclusive address.

The beautiful woody scent permeating the air is the first thing to notice when entering the hotel. A sleek entrance catwalk opens into the chic lobby, setting the scene for the glamorous mood.

Classy decor

The Mandarin Oriental Barcelona features a contemporary decor that reflects local influences with a touch of the Orient.

Responsible for the strikingly contemporary interior concept of the hotel is the world-renowned, award-winning designer Patricia Urquiola. She has succeeded in creating a bright, cozy, and comfortable environment, skillfully combining organic shapes and clear lines, and providing a feeling of understated luxury. This is reflected in the quality of materials and finishes.

Guest rooms

Each of the hotel’s 98 stylish guest rooms and suites is filled with natural light that matches the grace of the design. Light oak floors and large bespoke beige rugs add warmth while the avant-garde furniture blends with a sleek high-tech.

The sleeping and living areas merge harmoniously with the glass-enclosed bathrooms, complete with oversized walk-in showers or, in some rooms, deluxe soaking tubs with a view. Many rooms offer furnished terraces with views of the hotel’s beautiful garden or the Passeig De Gràcia and Gaudí’s Casa Batlló.

Dining

The hotel’s gourmet restaurant Moments offers innovative cuisine by world-famous Catalan chef Carme Ruscalleda, while Blanc is a less formal Mediterranean brasserie with Asian influences, with creative tapas, dim sum, and sushi on the menu. Then, The Banker’s Bar is the hottest meeting point in the city.

The hotel has several green spaces, the largest of which is the inner courtyard, known as the Mimosa Garden. It’s one of Mandarin Oriental—and Barcelona’s—hidden treasures. Covering some 660 square meters, perfectly integrated into the structure of the building, Mimosa Garden is a great place for alfresco dining.

Spa and… infinity

There’s also the spa with eight treatment rooms, a 12-meter pool, a hammam, and a fitness center where dark wood detailing, black ceilings, white floors, and the organic look of wet stone are predominant.

A very special experience awaits guests on the 300-square-meter roof terrace. It offers a breathtaking panorama of the city, as well as an open-air infinity pool stretching across the entire width of the roof.

in our opinion

Barcelona’s Mandarin Oriental impresses with the exceptional service, world-renowned spa, and cutting-edge, classy decor.

With its outstanding location directly on the prestigious shopping street of the Passeig de Gràcia and in close proximity to the famous Gaudí building Casa Batlló and the lively Las Ramblas, the hotel is a great base from which to explore the city.

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What we love

• The sophisticated atmosphere of the hotel, where understated luxury is paramount.
• Central position for shopping and sightseeing: just a short stroll away from the bustle of Las Ramblas, the Gothic Quarter and the city's finest shopping, dining and cultural venues;
• Rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the city and a refreshing pool;
• Moments Restaurant, directed by the only female chef in the world with six Michelin stars—it’s one of the best dining experiences in Barcelona;
• State-of-the-art technology throughout the hotel, with Bang Olufsen LCD, Bowers & Wilkins sound sets, and high-speed wi-fi internet throughout the hotel;
• Highly approachable and attentive staff, fast in anticipating the guests’ needs;
• Stylish rooms designed by one of Spain's top designers, with sleek bathrooms, hip furniture, and artworks with subtle Asian accents;
• Mimosa, a delightful secret garden where guests can enjoy all-day alfresco dining.

What you should know

• All of that glitz and glamour comes with a price tag;
• Reservations for the Moments Restaurant need to be made weeks in advance;
• In-room WiFi is not free, and it costs approximately $24 per day;
• Outdoor rooftop pool and Mimosa Garden are open seasonally;