Location
Located right in the heart of the city on Avenida Diagonal (one of the city's main streets),the family-friendly city hotel is next to Plaza Glòries and 50 metres from the Jean Nouvel Tower. Guests will find links to the public transport network (bus and tram) in the immediate vicinity, while the nearest metro station, Glories on line 1, is 600 m away and the railway station is around 2 km away. Restaurants, bars and shops are all to be found just 500 m from the business hotel and Barcelona's beach is approximately 3 km away. Barcelona-El Prat de Llobregat is around 22 km from the conference hotel.
Facilities
22 junior suites, 22 suites, 215 single rooms and 215 double rooms are located on 19 storeys and can be reached by lift. Multilingual staff at the reception desk in the lobby are happy to answer any questions. Amenities include a baggage storage service, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. Children can enjoy the playground. Additional amenities include a TV room and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, room service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service to explore the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a photocopier. Those who don't want to neglect day-to-day business can make use of the secretarial service.
Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Rooms have a double bed or a sofa bed. Children's beds and extra beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. A refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station are standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms, 264 non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
While the adults swim a few laps in the outdoor pool, children can enjoy splashing about in their own swimming area. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. For those who wish to stay active while on holiday, the hotel offers cycling/mountain biking. Water sports enthusiasts are offered diving. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym, callisthenics and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, massage treatments and a solarium. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment programme full of fun activities.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between à la carte and a set menu.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.