SLS Hotels & Residences is primed to make a serious splash for its European debut in Catalonia’s capital of cool. Dramatically backlit by the Med’s dazzling spring sunshine, SLS Barcelona will be bringing its distinctive brand of immersive extravagance to the waterside district of Port Fòrum, setting a pioneering precedent in modern luxury hospitality.
Never one to shy away from a grand entrance, the hotel will be set behind a striking, undulating façade that emulates the waves of the sparkling Mediterranean Sea and beckons guests and locals alike into an indulgent wonderland informed by extraordinary experiences. Offering 471 beautifully appointed rooms and suites, six distinct restaurant and bar concepts, three pools, a spa, and extensive events space culminating in a spectacular ballroom; SLS Barcelona will be a true urban resort, surpassing anything the city has ever seen before and emerging as a glittering destination for the best entertainment, food, and drink.
SLS Barcelona is crafted with the luxury and excellence of a grand hotel yet layered with a playful ambience and subversive design touches to create an aesthetic that is both extravagant and unique. A creative collaboration between leading designers AIME Studios, AvroKO, and Rockwell Group has resulted in spaces that are brilliantly functional yet flamboyant, setting the stage for the extraordinary to unfold every day. SLS regulars will notice the brand’s design signatures sprinkled throughout the interiors, from the gala arrival vibes of the striking light-studded entrance hall to the use of richly textured fabrics and embellishments.
This design narrative extends to the 471 rooms and suites, which artfully combine luxe design and modern opulence to create the ultimate VIP stay – whether in a Delight Guestroom or the one-of-a-kind Celestial Suite. Each accommodation feels indulgent and glamorous with oversized headboards and mirrored glass and warm timber accents, while the chic bathrooms are informed by white marbled details, clean white tiling, and sculptural mirrors – naturally perfectly lit for the evening glam. In the majority of rooms, balconies and terraces are perfectly positioned for guests to take in the breath-taking views over the marina and glittering Mediterranean Sea beyond.
Embracing the vibrant energy of the city’s world-renowned restaurant and bar scene, SLS Barcelona will bring six fresh new dining, drinking and nightlife concepts to Port Fòrum. Lora, an all-day restaurant featuring a large wood oven and coal-fired grill with a menu drawn from the Mediterranean’s most exciting culinary hubs, will sit beside Bar L’Anxova Divina, an informal tapas bar that both pays homage to and elevates a neighbourhood staple. Crowning the hotel is Cosmico, a day-to-night pool bar and club set across one of the largest waterfront rooftops in Barcelona, while a dynamic post-modern cocktail bar is set to join the ranks of the city’s most progressive drinking dens. Deluxe, a lavish lobby bar and Coral, an exclusive guest-only pool bar, round out the scene for the social set’s new favourite haunt.
At SLS, even the meeting spaces are designed to delight, and Barcelona is no exception. Taking centre stage is the showstopping ballroom, extending to almost 800 m2 and flooded with natural light thanks to oversized windows and custom skylights. A dedicated events lobby leads to eight flexible private spaces, which can be hired individually or collectively to host anything from presentations and meetings to chic dinners and cocktail receptions. For those more inclined to play than work, the hotel offers three pools, surrounded by chic cabanas and stylish loungers to soak up the Spanish sunshine in style. A state-of-the-art wellness centre caters for gym bunnies and fitness fanatics alike, while a sleek spa is set to join the party later in the season, primed to ease away any residuals of stress as guests bid farewell to the ordinary.
SLS Barcelona is ideally located within easy reach of the city’s main cultural hotspots yet blissfully removed from the hustle and bustle of the well-trodden tourist trails. Set on the waterfront, directly behind the marina at Port Fòrum, the hotel is a few minutes’ walk from a serene swathe of beach frequented only by the locals and those in the know, as well as the open-air music and entertainment venue Parc del Fòrum – home to the world-renowned Primavera Sound festival.
