The Barcelona EDITION: Contemporary Elegance in El Born
The Barcelona EDITION opened in 2018 in the sun-drenched El Born district, home to countless medieval squares and a delightful maze of narrow, winding alleyways. A Forbes Travel Guide Verified Luxury property, this Ian Schrager hotel offers a rooftop bar with sweeping city views, an opulent Punch Room, Mediterranean-inflected Bar Veraz, and a sultry Cabaret night spot. From the Le Labo bathroom amenities to the loft suites overlooking Santa Caterina Market's mosaic roof, The Barcelona EDITION is contemporary elegance in the heart of Barcelona.
🏅 Our Inspector's Highlights
Prime El Born Location
Steps from the Picasso Museum, Gothic Quarter, and countless wine bars, tapas bars, and gin joints.
Rooftop Bar & Punch Room
Sweeping city views from the rooftop bar. Opulent Punch Room, Mediterranean-inflected Bar Veraz, and a sultry Cabaret night spot.
Ultra-Comfy Beds & Le Labo Amenities
EDITION's firm custom-made mattresses, 300-thread-count sateen sheets, and Le Labo's signature fragrance for bathroom amenities.
Gaudí & Dalí-Inspired Design
Bespoke artworks throughout, including lobby furniture inspired by original designs from Antoni Gaudí and Salvador Dalí.
Loft Suites with Santa Caterina Market Views
Soak in the marble bathtub while marveling at Toni Cumella's multi-colored mosaic roof next door.
🍸 Rooftop Bar: Sweeping City Views & Secret Corner Table
For a romantic tête-a-tête, the best spot in the house is a secluded table for two in a secret corner on the rooftop terrace. Head to the side of the terrace that faces the ocean, turn left and look for the corner table set away from all the other guests — which also offers the best views of the city.
🎨 Gaudí & Dalí-Inspired Design: Bespoke Artworks Throughout
Design buffs will enjoy the bespoke artworks that can be found throughout the hotel, from the striking black-and-white 1970s photography in Bar Veraz, to lobby furniture inspired by original designs from the likes of Antoni Gaudí and Salvador Dalí. If you like the design pieces, check out bdbarcelona.com to order them for your own home.
🏛️ Loft Suites: Santa Caterina Market Views & Marble Bathtub
The loft suites offer the best vistas of Santa Caterina Market’s magnificent multi-colored mosaic roof designed by local ceramic artist Toni Cumella. Soak in the marble bathtub in your giant bathroom while marveling at Cumella’s handiwork next door.
🛌 Rooms: Le Labo Amenities & Plastic-Free Initiative
Accommodations feel homey with touches such as plush faux fox-fur throws, extra-soft robes, and chaise lounges. You’ll sleep soundly on EDITION’s firm custom-made mattresses; soft but supportive pillows; and silky-smooth 300-thread-count sateen sheets. Allow yourself some extra time in the morning to luxuriate in the enticing fragrance that Le Labo has made especially for EDITION’s bathroom amenities. The Barcelona hotel is on course to becoming plastic-free — it has eliminated plastic from its minibars and vows to get rid of all single-use toiletries.
🍽️ Culinary Excellence: Bar Veraz, Punch Room & Cabaret
- 🍽️ Bar Veraz – Mediterranean-inflected cuisine in a stylish setting.
- 🍸 Punch Room – Opulent bar specializing in punch cocktails.
- 🎭 Cabaret – Sultry night spot for evening entertainment.
- 🍹 Rooftop Bar – Sweeping city views with creative cocktails.
🗺️ Next Door: Mercat de Santa Caterina & Local Flavors
The Barcelona EDITION’s next-door neighbor is the colorful Mercat de Santa Caterina, the food market favored by most locals. Don’t miss an opportunity to pick up some jamón Iberico (Spanish ham) from Xarcuteria Carles, or locally produced extra virgin olive oil from Olisoliva.
📍 Avinguda de Francesc Cambó 14, El Born — Barcelona
Located in the heart of El Born, the hotel is steps from the Picasso Museum, Gothic Quarter, Santa Caterina Market, and countless tapas bars. Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is approximately 20 minutes by car.
📞 TEL: +34 936 26 33 30 / +34 936 26 33 60
✈️ Nearby Airports: BCN (16-30 min), GRO (55 min-1h 20m), REU (1h 10m-1h 40m)
All inspector’s highlights, verified luxury status, and hotel details are sourced from Forbes Travel Guide. The original page includes exclusive editorial insights and verified distinctions.
Why The Barcelona EDITION is El Born's Most Stylish Contemporary Retreat
The Barcelona EDITION offers a rare combination: a prime El Born location with a rooftop bar offering secret corner tables with the best city views. The Gaudí and Dalí-inspired design pays homage to Barcelona's artistic heritage. The loft suites overlooking Santa Caterina Market's mosaic roof are unforgettable. Le Labo amenities and plastic-free initiatives reflect modern luxury. As a Forbes Travel Guide Verified Luxury property, The Barcelona EDITION delivers an experience that is both chic and welcoming — a true El Born masterpiece.
Whether you're enjoying a cocktail at the rooftop bar, soaking in a loft suite's marble bathtub with market views, or exploring the nearby Picasso Museum, this hotel offers an unforgettable immersion into the magic of Barcelona.
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