Almanac Barcelona is the first in a collection of luxury hotels that is scheduled to open November 2017. Located on Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 619-621, the hotel features 91 luxurious accommodations and has had a complete renovation over the last two years. In a prime location, the hotel is steps from Passeig de Gràcia, where guests can find stylish shopping, restaurants, bars and museums. T
he Jaime Beriestain Studio, an award-winning interior and landscape architectural firm, has created a design of discreet refinement using a wealth of textures and different materials. Virens
At the heart of the hotel, Virens is the plant-forward culinary concept led by Michelin-starred chef Rodrigo de la Calle, a pioneer of “gastrobotany” in Spain. Alongside chef Gio Esteve, the restaurant offers a contemporary cuisine where vegetables take center stage without sacrificing flavor, sophistication, or creativity. Seasonal fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, and fermentations form the backbone of both à la carte dishes and tasting menus, which evolve with the seasons. The menu includes purely plant-based options as well as dishes featuring animal protein, always in balance. Highlights include beet tartare with black garlic and green mustard, creamy seasonal mushroom rice, and pumpkin carpaccio with almond vinaigrette and truffle. The experience is elevated with original pairings of artisanal kombucha brewed in-house. In an elegant yet relaxed setting, Virens invites guests to reconnect with the essence of nature’s flavors. Its exclusive blind-tasting showcooking for just ten diners, prepared live by the chefs, offers a truly one-of-a-kind gastronomic experience. Azimuth Rooftop
Crowning the hotel, Azimuth Rooftop blends signature mixology, architecture, and astronomy into a new way of experiencing the city. By day, the terrace transforms into a unique observatory with five exclusive viewing points, offering telescopes and curated insights into Barcelona’s most iconic landmarks—reimagined as stars in an urban constellation. A daytime program of creative workshops celebrates the link between sky and city, from watercolor painting inspired by the skyline to astrological ceramics and astro-yoga sessions. By night, Azimuth becomes a vibrant urban oasis with panoramic views and signature cocktails inspired by constellations and zodiac signs. From “Neptune,” evoking the deep blue mystery of the planet, to a monthly creation honoring the ruling sign of the skies, each cocktail is a sensory journey. Live music, immersive happenings, and exclusive events create an ever-changing atmosphere where guests can see Barcelona from a whole new angle—between sky and earth. Almanac Hotels is a new luxury hospitality tastemaker developing iconic hotels in landmark locations. Their mission is to enhance the guest experience through the elements of travel that make up an entire journey: Scent, Taste, Light and Touch. When all those things come together in an exciting way, your heart may skip a Beat or it may beat faster – in either case you will know they got it right. It's time to awaken your senses to a new kind of hospitality experience and unlock the essence of Almanac Hotels.
