With Barcelona’s skyline stretching below and the Mediterranean glimmering in the distance, the METT Barcelona has officially opened atop Tibidabo Hill, offering a sophisticated new sanctuary that merges the soul of a city icon with a fresh, modern spirit.
A reinvention of the 1925 Gran Hotel La Florida, originally designed by Spanish architect Ramón Raventós in the grand Catalan Noucentisme style, the luxury property marks the latest flagship for METT Hotels & Resorts, part of Sunset Hospitality Group.
A Landmark Reborn
The hotel’s illustrious history includes past guests such as Ernest Hemingway, James Stewart, Rock Hudson and Princess Fabiola of Belgium, along with more recent visitors like Bruce Springsteen, Barack and Michelle Obama and Tom Hanks. Now, a century after its debut, the property has reopened with 70 redesigned rooms and suites, terraces awash in Mediterranean light, and an infinity pool that appears to merge with the sky.
Each accommodation features natural textures, soft lines, and a color palette inspired by the sea, with amenities from French brand Botanyc’s Bal Tropical collection. The Signature Suites (some spanning 750 square feet and featuring plunge pools) provide expansive views from the city to the sea.
Wellness and Art
At the Valmont Red Carpet Spa, guests can indulge in personalized treatments from the Swiss luxury skincare brand known for its cellular cosmetics and alpine ingredients. The spa experience merges cutting-edge innovation with centuries-old wellness rituals for a holistic retreat.
Art also takes center stage through a partnership with Lladró, the Spanish porcelain house. The Florida Lounge by Lladró doubles as both social hub and gallery, showcasing pieces from Jaime Hayón’s “The Fantasy,” “The Guest” and “Embraced” collections, alongside Marcel Wanders’ sculptural lighting. Even the bar menu nods to craftsmanship, the signature Lladró Cocktail blends creativity and refinement into a sensory experience.
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A Culinary Celebration
Food and drink are integral to the METT Barcelona experience. Albarada, the hotel’s signature restaurant, reimagines Mediterranean cuisine through a local lens, while 1925 Vermutería honors Catalonia’s tapas culture with ingredients sourced from nearby markets. Guests can also gather at The Pool Club for alfresco dining beside the heated infinity pool or at the Florida Lounge by Lladró for light bites and casual conversation.
Terraces With a View
From morning coffee to sunset cocktails, the terraces of METT Barcelona invite guests to soak in sweeping views of the Catalan capital. Designed for both relaxation and celebration, the outdoor spaces also extend to event venues and meeting rooms filled with natural light and direct terrace access.
For travelers seeking a high-altitude perspective on Barcelona luxury, METT Barcelona stands ready to welcome a new generation of guests at the top of the city.
Advisor Insight:
METT Barcelona is ideal for clients seeking a blend of culture and calm—a hilltop retreat close enough to the Gothic Quarter for urban exploration but elevated enough for restorative views and spa time. Pair it with a stay at METT Marbella for a two-stop Spanish itinerary under the same lifestyle-luxury brand umbrella.
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