Sofitel Barcelona Skipper. gorgeous vida is here.

The place is perfect. Just two minutes’ walk from the Mediterranean Sea, this new Sofitel, the first in Spain, opened last fall; after three years of meticulous renovation, the old building was transformed into the flagship of the Accor group’s high-end brand. Now this is where the local “vida chic” comes into play… In this modern neighborhood, at the gates of the marina and the Olympic Village, the Sofitel Barcelona Skipper has the largest vertical garden in the city on its facade. Inside, it is both a haven of peace and the epicenter of much Catalan animation.

Elegant rooms

People meet there from morning to night at the Tendiez bar or in the various areas and lounges that are also suitable for business meetings. Sophisticated and elegant, the 225 rooms and suites are decorated by Factoria UDA, a renowned architecture studio in Barcelona. In shades of blue and cream, they evoke both the sparkling sea and Parisian flair. The herringbone tile floor and black and white bathroom add a touch of beauty Panots (Gaudi’s invented hexagonal slabs) decorate the hood. Artists Mario Ruiz and Yaya Tour place their works on the walls of the rooms and corridors. “Creativity is the focus of our hotel, which combines the best of Paris and Barcelona, ​​two cities that have always been able to reinvent the classics and break the codes.”– emphasized Sofitel Barcelona Skipper general manager Mathias Bernard. “We offer joyful luxury that is both natural and rebellious. »

Gourmet table

For a few seconds or the whole day, the seductive pool opens its blue reflections on the roof of the facility. From there you can enjoy the magical view of the endless sea and the huge city. In summer, in a quiet garden, another pond refreshes visitors tired of salt water. El Cielo Rooftop offers beach service. Inside, Tendiez Tapas Bar & Restaurant’s Pyrenean and Mediterranean-inspired menu works wonders. Headed by young star chef David Andres. Of course, he is in favor of local products. It accommodates paella, gazpacho or coquettes, classics of Spanish cuisine. We almost forgot to visit Barcelona. However, the city spreads magnificently around the hotel with its high places. medieval quarter Barrio GoticoRamblas and Boqueria central market are nearby. Sagrada Familia and Park Güell, a must-see at least once in a lifetime, are also not far away. See you soon at Sofitel Barcelona Skipper.