Design by the beach

"Combining the luxury of a hotel in front of the Mediterranean, in one of Europe’s most dynamic cities, it brings together culture, architecture and cuisine under the same roof. This design hotel is located at the Port Olimpic, next to the marina and Barcelona’s famous beaches, and surrounded by lush terraces and lively promenades. Close by, the district of Barceloneta is a hive of characterful bars, cafes and local seafood restaurants. Designed by the distinguished architect Bruce Graham, the Hotel Arts is part of Barcelona’s recent cultural renaissance, and as modern as the city itself. Built to coincide with the Olympic Games in 1992, this luxury hotel is a landmark: 44 stories of blue glass and exposed steel soaring high above the seafront. Inside, hard edges and materials give way to an environment of elegance and refinement, filled with luxurious spaces to explore and discover at your leisure. Each one of the hotel’s luxury rooms, suites and apartments offers everything you could need for a restful, relaxing stay: luxurious bedding, generously sized bathrooms, state-of-the-art entertainment systems... And all topped by the greatest show in town: spectacular views of the city and the sea. The hotel’s terraced gardens bask in the dappled shade of Frank Gehry’s monumental golden fish sculpture, one of Barcelona’s most iconic works of contemporary public art. Boasting a culinary culture of its own and following the city’s footsteps, it has many dining options to delight even the most discerning palate. From the sophisticated Mediterranean gastronomy at Enoteca, awarded 2 Michelin stars; to the traditional Catalan cooking at Arola to the Marina restaurant’s al fresco dining by the pool, some of the finest dining in Barcelona can be found at the Hotel Arts."