Gran Meliá Welcomes its First Hotel in Barcelona, Spain: Torre Melina

Posted in News on 2 February, 2024

Following a complete renovation of one of the city’s most iconic hotels, Gran Meliá brings a symphony of luxury and elegance to Barcelona’s skyline.

Gran Meliá, by Meliá Hotel International, is delighted to announce its arrival in Barcelona with the opening of Torre Melina. Designed by architect Carlos Ferrater, inaugurated during the 1992 Olympic Games, the former Rey Juan Carlos I and its surrounding 25,000sqm of gardens have been transformed into a modern-day city-centre oasis.

Torre Melina, Barcelona, Spain. Above: Facade and gardens. Top: Presidential One Bedroom Suite Red Level Living Room

Presidential One Bedroom Suite Red Level

Located next to the Palau de Congressos de Catalunya, Torre Melina offers a contemporary and functional experience spread over sixteen floors, with 391 bright and spacious rooms, including 61 suites. The new luxury hotel, also features a spectacular three-storey suite, three swimming pools, an artificial beach, 18 indoor and outdoor function rooms, a private rooftop with 360º views, and exclusive amenities such as the RedLevel Lounge, spa, and wellness facilities.

Suite Red Level. Room and Living room

Overseen by ASAH Studio, the interior design ensures a sophisticated and enjoyable atmosphere, placing an emphasis on fluidity and light throughout and especially in the lobby, which also functions as an amphitheatre. Nestled on the 14^th floor, the One Bedroom ‘RedLevel Presidential Suite’ features an elegant open plan design, which seamlessly blends a sophisticated living room with a fully equipped kitchen, providing guests with the convenience of crafting meals throughout the day. The ‘RedLevel Royal Penthouse Suite’ unfolds across three stories with a dedicated dining room, expansive living area, fully equipped kitchen, and an exclusive rooftop, which truly elevates the guest experience.

The Royal Penthouse Suite Red Level guestroom

The hotel offers an extensive choice of F&B outlets, including signature restaurant, Erre de Urrechu Barcelona where expert craftsmanship meets grilled cuisine, resulting in an array of flavourful dishes. Further building on Meliá’s relationship with the Beso brand, bringing the beach to the city, Beso Pedrables is located next to the hotel’s pool and will provide an experiential dining experience for guests and locals alike.  Set on the hotel’s ground floor, Chroma bar is set to become the city’s hottest meeting spot; conceptualised by Erick Lorincz, one of one of the industry’s most celebrated mixologists and founder of the Kwänt Restaurant in London, Lorincz will serve up innovative flavours and creations. Torre Melina’s kitchen is complete with Gala and L’Amaranta, with an all-day dining service.

The Royal Penthouse Suite Red Level Salón

Torre Melina’s General Manager, Ramon Vidal Castro, says “A project as ambitious as this is symbolic, embodying the greatness of a city and paying tribute to the Olympic spirit that lives on three decades later.” The new hotel aims to become a leading name in luxury and leisure tourism in 2024, catering to both business travellers and those seeking an oasis in the city-centre. The opening of Torre Melina Gran Meliá further reinforces Meliá Hotels International as a key player in Barcelona’s luxury hospitality segment, combining architecture, gastronomy, art, design, and quality experiences.

About Meliá Hotels International
Founded in 1956 in Palma de Mallorca (Spain), Meliá Hotels International has more than 400 hotels open or in the process of opening in more than 40 countries, and a portfolio of ten brands: Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ME by Meliá, The Meliá Collection, Paradisus by Meliá, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ZEL, INNSiDE by Meliá, Falcon’s Resorts by Meliá, Sol by Meliá, and Affiliated by Meliá. The Company is one of the world’s leading hotel chains in the leisure segment and its experience in this area has allowed it to consolidate itself in the growing market of urban hotels inspired by leisure. Its commitment to responsible tourism has led it to be recognised as the world’s most sustainable hotel company in 2022 according to S&P Global’s Corporate Sustainability Assessment, as well as being a “Top Employer 2023” brand in Spain, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Italy, Germany, France and Vietnam. Meliá Hotels International is also part of the IBEX 35.

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About Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts
Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts is the first Spanish luxury hotel brand, which takes residence in some of the world’s most beautiful landmarks, combining timeless luxury, stunning architecture and Spanish culture. Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts offers exceptional experiences and services, which are a modern expression of Spanish culture. There are currently 18 Gran Meliá properties worldwide, with the brand continuing to expand its global footprint. All properties are located in the most important global travel destinations, such as Gran Meliá Palacio de los Duques (Madrid, Spain), Gran Meliá de Mar (Mallorca, Spain), Gran Meliá Colón (Seville, Spain), Palazzo Cordusio (Milan, Italy), Gran Meliá Xi’an (China), Gran Meliá Sancti Petri (Cádiz, Spain), Gran Meliá Iguazú (Argentina) and Gran Meliá Nha Trang (Vietnam). The brand is set to expand further in Asia, with the launch of Gran Meliá Lombok within the next few years.