Eclectic mix of Art Deco and Zen minamilism
Central locations do not come any better than this. Located on La Rambla, in the heart of Barcelona, the Rivoli Ramblas Hotel is just a short distance from the Passeig de Gracia, Plaza Catalunya, Museo Picasso and the Museum of Contemporary Art. These bustling streets offer a host of small shops and cafés beneath the towering Gothic buildings which line the old district of Barcelona.
The Rivoli Ramblas is one of the best positioned luxury hotels in Barcelona for those who want to absorb the buzzing atmosphere of Las Ramblas. Shops, cafés and restaurants fill the area, while flower stalls line the centre of the pedestrianized street. Add a handful of street performers to the mix, and you will understand why visitors love this area.
This avant-garde hotel building, more impressive for its size than its detail, has a surprisingly modern foyer and attractive Blue Moon bar. Subdued lighting picks out the artistically decorated pillars and comfy armchair seating while the resident pianist tickles the ivories. Huge modern artworks decorate the hotel corridors, which reflect the colour and life of this vibrant artists’ mecca.
Rooms at the Rivoli Ramblas Hotel offer a mix of styles to suit all tastes, from art-deco to Japanese themed rooms. Ask for a room with a wrought-iron balcony. Full length windows overlook the street to make the most of the location, but be prepared for a little street-noise. The rooms are simple, spacious and well appointed with a telephone, mini-bar, safe, TV, video player and WiFi internet connections. Full air-conditioning is also usefully provided for when you want to close the shutters and get some sleep. Some of the upper floors have ornately coved ceiling decorations. Ornate antique furniture and decadent chandeliers grace other bedrooms.
Antiques also fill the impressive restaurant ‘Le Brut’ which serves Mediterranean dishes either indoors, or on the Ateneo Terrace, overlooking the beautiful gardens. Breakfast is served in the restaurant. Croissants, fresh breads and pastries along with eggs, salamis and local produce remind you that you are in Spain. With highly satisfied guest ratings, this interesting luxury hotel in Barcelona is hard to beat.
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