Gran Hotel La Florida, art in all possible expressions
If you are looking for a vibrant and modern capital, then Barcelona is the place for you. Lively, festive and innovative, Barcelona reflects the spirit of Gaudi, its fantastic architect of the 1920s. "Barcelone, get pretty". Under this motto of the 1990s, this city cultivated a type of everyday street art that can be also be found at the Gran Hotel La Florida. An oasis of calm at the top of Mount Tibibado, less than 15 min from the active centre (the hotel has a complimentary shuttle-bus service), this hotel is the ideal solution for those in search of some peace and quiet and yet want to be close to the city centre and its attractions.
A real gem of a hotel
This spectacular hotel, overlooks the whole city, and represents an enticing invitation to plunge into a world of vibrant colours, much like a Picasso painting. Recently renovated, classified as a historic monument, it offers a unique blend of the work of contemporary artists and designers. In the lobby, you will look up in amazement at a cone (Ben Jakob’s work of art) draped with optical fibre lace, that reaches up until the top floor i.e. at an incredibly dizzy height of no less than 27 metres !
Designer-decorated suites
Rooms and suites reflect a creative atmosphere, displaying the works of designers.
You really should choose one of the eight suites decorated by well-known artists. Not easy to make up your mind as each room has a special touch of Barcelona’s creativity. We really like the one on the top floor with its own Jacuzzi, raised right up on the terrace. From there we have a ‘front-seat view’ over the city and sea from the distance.
A contemporary spa
There is the same symbiosis when it comes to the Zen Zone Spa, that is done up in gray and red tones. The L-shaped, 37-meter long, indoor/outdoor overflow swimming pool, borders vertical glass walls from where a wall of rain pours down. Ideal for a dip, after a day of shopping. While you swim, you have Barcelona at your feet. The water only contains ozone. A real bliss.
This extraordinary place, lends itself well to having the Zen Zone Massage. Candles, soft and serene chanting, all come together in this contemporary setting, to offer a unique moment.
Swing at the Luna Club
Dine at the L'Orangerie Restaurant, where you will find a modern atmosphere, with excellent Mediterranean cuisine before finishing the day off on a happy note at the Luna Club, swinging to the sounds of a jazz band.
Don’t miss Sunday brunch, offering Spanish and Catalan fare, served outside on the terrace, weather permitting.
When the sun goes down, the view of a starry sky, holds the promise of a night, like no other.
