Located on Barcelona’s most exclusive boulevard at Passeig de Gràcia 113, this five-story palatial mansion, built in 1906, is an extraordinary example of Modernisme (the sumptuous Catalan version of Art Nouveau). Its architect, Pere Falqués, is also known for his ornate lampposts jutting from ceramic tile benches that are sidewalk landmarks on Passeig de Gràcia. He was a contemporary of Antoni Gaudí whose acclaimed buildings are nearby.
The facade of El Palauet reflects the great prosperity, creative genius, and unbridled imagination of the era.
- “Palauet”, in the Catalan language, is a small palau or palace.
- It is located just north of the intersection of Passeig de Gràcia and a main artery called Avinguda Diagonal, where the boulevard narrows into a charming tree-lined street divided by a parkway with gardens and sculptures.
- Gaudi’s undulating Casa Milà, also known as La Pedrera, is just three blocks south.
Design:
21st-century ultra-modern decor and luxuries harmonize with the preserved 1906 modernista (Art Nouveau) artistry of this landmark building. Forty-five original ceilings with ornate molding designs are listed as historic treasures by the Town Hall of Barcelona. Superb carved-wood doors, stained-glass windows, mosaic tiles, wrought iron ornamentation, dramatic staircases and the traditional elevator have all been meticulously restored.
Masterful interior decor features contemporary pieces by an array of award-winning designers: Charles and Ray Eames, Ero
Saarinen, Warren Platner, Arne Jacobsen, Mies van der Rohe, Philippe Starck, and Antonio Citterio (“less is more”) whose sleek works are in the permanent collection of MoMA New York.
Space-age Corian seamless surfaces have embedded illuminated decorative patterns that reflect the original modernista design motifs found in the same suites.
SUITES
Six two-bedroom, two-bath, extremely spacious apartment-style suites (1,615 square feet), can accommodate up to four guests. Similar in layout, the suites feature a fully-equipped kitchen, dining room, living room, stellar contemporary furnishings, and state-of-the-art technology throughout.
There are two suites to each floor with a common foyer off the elevator.
The Passeig de Gràcia Suites have balconies and face east overlooking the tree-lined boulevard. On the opposite side of the building, the Tibidabo Suites have a small private terrace and face west overlooking the Monastery of Pompeya and, in the distance, the top of Tibidabo Mountain.
Bathrooms feature spacious closets and shelving, a shower with enormous rainfall showerheads plus hand-held fixture, a futuristic automatic toilet-bidet, and a safe. An additional room has a large bathtub and soothing chromotherapy lighting with alternating colors. Toiletries include a selection of complimentary organic products.
High-technology: touch screens and iPad Minis control mood lighting, temperature and sound system. Smart TVs are found in the suites with additional TVs in each bedroom.
Internet: high-speed, complimentary Wi-Fi in all suites.
ROOFTOP TERRACE AND PRIVATE SPA:
Guests enjoy utmost privacy at the rooftop private spa and terrace.
Spa facilities include a wooden Finnish sauna, treatment rooms and massage tables, outdoor saltwater whirlpool bath with hydro-massage “beds”, and solarium for sun tanning.
The bar and al-fresco lounge area are ideal for yoga, simply relaxing, or for gatherings.
(Room card-key gives secure access to street-entrance front door, elevator, suite and rooftop.)
SERVICES:
A personal assistant is assigned to each suite throughout your stay: multilingual, knowledgeable about Barcelona tourism, museums, shopping, entertainment and dining, they can make all your arrangements.
A culinary expert, he can shop and stock your kitchen, and cook your breakfast (optional) with a wide menu selection including Catalan specialties, and serve it on your dining table.
He can also coordinate a special chef to prepare your lunch or dinner en-suite, as well as recommend restaurants according to
your preferences.
Transfers (enquire for cost): Private chauffeured transportation from/to El Prat International AIRPORT [BCN] or from/to the SEAPORT for guests combining their stay with a Mediterranean cruise.
Parking: there is an underground public parking garage just across the street with 24-hour service (additional cost).
GENERAL:
-Especially suitable for families (children are welcome), small educated dogs are also welcome and it is gay and hetero- friendly.
EVENT SPACES: In addition to its hotel accommodations, El Palauet also offers a variety of event venues ranging from small meeting rooms to the vast 2,300 square-foot El Tinell (Catalan for “big celebration room”). With brick archways it is ideal for weddings, parties, fashion shows, product launches, and exhibitions. These event spaces are within the same building but located in separate areas from the guest rooms.
(For celebrities traveling low-profile, we have a separate private entrance.)
THE VIBRANT AND TOLERANT SPIRIT OF BARCELONA IS WAITING FOR YOU!
EL PALAUET LIVING BARCELONA
