CLARIS HOTEL & SPA GL, A SMALL LUXURY HOTEL OF THE WORLD, Barcelona

Claris Hotel & Spa Gl, A Small Luxury Hotel Of The World - A Neoclassical mansion with rooftop dining, Mayan spa, and pre-Columbian art collection

Located in an 1883 neoclassical Palau Vedruna mansion in Eixample, this Barcelona hotel features rooms adorned with pre-Columbian artifacts and Hindu sculptures. The Claris Hotel & Spa Gl combines historical architecture with modern amenities, housing 44-177.2 ft^2 duplex suites with split-level layouts and marble bathrooms. The property's two restaurants include La Terraza del Claris, serving Mediterranean cuisine on the rooftop terrace overlooking Eixample's characteristic skyline, and a Sushi-bar & Robata offering tempura and wok dishes. The Mayan-themed spa provides traditional treatments, featuring a Temazcal sauna and chromotherapy showers. The Claris positions guests within 1 mile of the Sagrada Familia and Plaça Catalunya, with luxury boutiques like Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Gucci within walking distance. Direct access to Gaudí's Modernist Route connects visitors to Casa Batlló and La Pedrera.

Pros

Each room showcases unique pieces of pre-Columbian art and twentieth-century Catalan Modern Art

The rooftop features a swimming pool with city views

On-site parking includes electric vehicle charging stations with multiple connector types

The property maintains its original 1883 neoclassical façade

Cons

Most cultural landmarks require a 1.5-1 mile walk

Some rooms face an interior courtyard rather than street views