If you’re in the market for old money glamour, then the spectacular El Palace Barcelona has you covered.
It’s not just the gilded environs that make it feel so special, the hotel (which opened in 1919 as The Ritz) also has the biggest rooftop of any in the city, giving panoramic views across Barcelona. Watching the sun set behind the spire of the Sagrada Família with one of the rooftop bar’s exceptional cocktails in hand is a truly magical experience. At one point during my stay a couple gets engaged on the roof. The staff lay out rose petals and champagne, Barcelona sprawls beneath — it’s literally that magical.
