EMPTYJET Approved
Hotel Arts Barcelona
Barcelona · Spain
Price on request
- Beach
- City
- Family
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Grand Hotel Central
Via Laietana, 30, Barcelona, Catalonia, 08003, ES
Best for
- city breaks
- wellness
- couples
- food & wine
About Grand Hotel Central
Grand Hotel Central offers a 5-star stay in the centre of Barcelona. The property, originally opened in 1920 and renovated in 2023, features a rooftop infinity pool and terrace at La Terraza del Central, which also houses a cocktail bar. Guests can enjoy Spanish cuisine at Restaurant Can Bo and unwind at the urban spa, complete with sauna and hammam. A fitness centre with natural light and high-tech equipment is available for workouts.
The hotel is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and carries the EMPTYJET Approved designation. With multiple dining options and wellness facilities, it caters to guests seeking both relaxation and city experiences.
Why it stands out
Grand Hotel Central is listed for its EMPTYJET Approved status, 5-star official classification, and membership in Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Its central Barcelona location, rooftop infinity pool, urban spa with sauna and hammam, and fine dining options make it notable for city travellers.
Key facts
- Opened / renovated
- 1920 / 2023
- Check-in / out
- 15:00 / 12:00
- Architecture
- A 1920s building by Noucentist architect Adolf Florensa
- Type
- City, Wellness, Design, Urban resort
Amenities
Verified 19 Aug 2026Activities
- Swimming pool — breathtaking rooftop terrace La Terraza del Central, an idyllic hideaway offering an infinity pool
Dining
- Fine dining — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Restaurant
- Multiple restaurants — evidence: two restaurants and bars, rooftop pool and terrace completely reimagined
- Bar — La Terraza del Central, an idyllic hideaway offering an infinity pool, loungers, cocktail bar
Wellness
- Spa — Grand Hotel Central’s spa, will take you on a journey of rejuvenation
- Sauna — evidence: Our urban spa awaits, with sauna and hammam to purify the skin and eliminate toxins
- Hammam — evidence: Our urban spa awaits, with sauna and hammam to purify the skin and eliminate toxins
- Fitness centre — evidence: A fitness centre full of natural light with a high tech gym to ensure your exercise routine
Dining
Verified 19 Aug 2026Spa & wellness
Verified 19 Aug 2026Services
Verified 19 Aug 2026Awards & affiliations
Location
41.3851, 2.1778Sources+
- EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed4 fields
- Official hotel websiteOfficial19 fields
- WikidataEncyclopedia1 field
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