Hotel España
Erected as a rooming house in 1859, this handsome structure just steps from Les Rambles was transformed into a Modernista hotel in 1903 by Lluís Domènech i Montaner. Following a 21st-century refurb it features a curious mix of different styles.. The main floor and La Fonda restaurant (overseen by the Basque superchef Martín Beresategui) exude the original Modernista splendor with their floral tiles and mosaics. The alabaster fireplace, by the sculptor Eusebi Arnau, is completely over the top. Upper floors are finished in contemporary black with gold accents while the guestrooms are simple and serene, with blond wood floors and beige tones. The Alaire Ramblas roof terrace—featuring yet another style with fashionably minimalist white sofas and awnings—hosts weekend DJ sets.
Erected as a rooming house in 1859, this handsome structure just steps from Les Rambles was transformed into a Modernista hotel in 1903 by Lluís Domènech i Montaner. Following a 21st-century refurb it features a curious mix of different styles.. The main floor and La Fonda restaurant (overseen by the Basque superchef Martín Beresategui) exude the original Modernista splendor with their floral tiles and mosaics. The alabaster fireplace, by the sculptor Eusebi Arnau, is completely over the top. Upper floors are finished in contemporary black with gold accents while the guestrooms are simple and serene, with blond wood floors and beige tones. The Alaire Ramblas roof terrace—featuring yet another style with fashionably minimalist white sofas and awnings—hosts weekend DJ sets.
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