With bookings now open for December getaways, here’s everything the modern bon vivant needs to know about SLS Barcelona, the city’s hottest new urban resort
Providing an indulgent stay from tip to toe, it’s time to book the next flight to Barcelona for a getaway at this brand new sleek stay. 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 winter 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 – with an impressive 471 rooms and suites on offer.
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.
A destination in itself, guests can make the most of 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.
Since the opening of its first property, SLS Beverly Hills, in 2008, SLS has continued to break the mould of luxury hospitality; standing as a place to see and be seen, and the home of opulent interiors and unexpected experiences.
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. From an all-day restaurant through to a day-to-night pool bar and club, there’s plenty to explore on the tastebud front too.
Of course, don’t forget the unwinding. 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.
This December will see SLS Barcelona open its doors to its very first guests, offering special rates and exclusive early access to some of the hotel’s fabulous facilities ahead of the grand unveiling early next year.
For guests looking for the ultimate VIP deal, Dis-loyalty, Ennismore’s game-changing travel and food membership, offers a 50% discount on all stays at SLS Barcelona taken between 16 December 2024 and 28 April 2025.
Opening December 2024. Find out more and make a booking via slshotels.com/barcelona
