Another on Barcelona's lengthening list of design hotels, this postmodern architectural tour de force was conceived by a team of designers who sought to create, in a playful way, a mystic sense of peace mirroring its mantra. Minimalist rooms, a soothing reception area, and even the pool all contribute to this aura. The upper rooms overlook the roof terrace of Gaudí's Casa Milá. The restaurant, Moo, serves modern cuisine orchestrated by the Roca brothers -- Joan, Josep, and Jordi -- who achieved international prestige with their Celler de Can Roca near Girona. Pros: a perfect location for the upper Eixample, a design triumph, a sense of being at the epicenter of style, great nightlife scene around the bar on weekends. Cons: slightly pretentious staff; the restaurant, Moo, is pricey and a little precious.
Posted by mjlmi from Detroit, MI on 3/14/07
We stayed 2 nights in August, 2005.
You'll love this hotel if you appreciate sleek, contemporary surroundings. Our room was spacious and quiet. The staff was polite and helpful. The rooftop pool deck offers beautiful views of the surrounding neighborhood.
One glitch... with so many electronic controls in the room, we couldn't figure out how to turn the bedside lamp on. Eventually we realized there was a problem. We called the desk and a maintenance man was sent immediately. Problem resolved.
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