Hotel 1898, Barcelona

The hotel's prime location at number 109 on Las Ramblas, at the corner of Pintor Fortuny i Xuclà streets, allows easy access to both public transportation and celebrated tourist destinations. These include the Gothic Quarter and Raval, the Mercat de la Boqueria, Paseo de Gracia, Sagrada Familia, and the Palau de la Música, among others.

Once owned by the General Tobacco Company of the Philippines, the ancient yet refined interiors of this building offer guests a unique experience. With premium amenities and unbeatable service, the 1898 Hotel ensures every guest feels cherished and exceptional.

The 1898 hotel features 169 one-of-a-kind bedrooms decorated in a natural, classic colonial style that creates a warm and comfortable atmosphere. It boasts all the conveniences of the 21st century like automated systems for climate control and lighting, free wifi, TV, and radio with USB ports. Additionally, rooms come with a King Size or 2 single beds, safe, minibar, spacious marble bathroom with rain shower, bathtub, hairdryer, towel heater, bathrobe and slippers, and luxurious ETRO brand amenities.

Guests can choose from classic or superior rooms offering views of Las Ramblas; the Privilege and Deluxe rooms featuring private terraces, or lavish Colonial and JR suites.

With richly appointed common areas exclusively for guests, they'll find everything they'd expect from such high-end accommodations as the 1898 Hotel. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, meeting and event rooms, spa, fitness room, and an impressive terrace.

The first floor hosts El Nido, a world-class restaurant where a team of chefs combine Mediterranean flavors with exotic ingredients to serve delectable Barcelona cuisine. Diners can enjoy the culinary delights accompanied by breathtaking views of Las Ramblas.

For guests seeking relaxation, the H1898 Spa, formerly the charcoal and vault room of the Philippine Tobacco Company, now offers a thermal pool, a hydromassage pool, a dry sauna, a bubble bed and a steam bath.

For active guests, the hotel's fitness room is equipped with stationary bikes, treadmills, abdominal benches, elliptical machines, weights, and wall bars.

The seventh floor hides "La Isabela" terrace - a tranquil oasis with a swimming pool, sunbathing area and live music. Here guests can swim peacefully, sunbathe on a Lebanese bed or enjoy stunning views of the Barcelona skyline.

The hotel also has 12 uniquely designed rooms, perfect for holding meetings, exclusive events, special celebrations, or corporate dinners.

Adding to the unique charm of the hotel, several of its spaces are decorated with art and pictures by Swedish photographer Marie Espeus, displaying landscapes and iconic monuments of the Philippines, and photographies dedicated to cigar production.

The 1898 Hotel is truly a remarkable establishment waiting to be discovered in the heart of Barcelona.