Top 5 event venues in Barcelona

Top 5 event venues
in Barcelona
Barcelona is a city that is well known for its beautiful architecture, stunning beaches, delicious food, and vibrant nightlife. But it is also one of Europe’s most popular event destinations for many reasons. 
First, the city is well connected with all the main European airports, making the destination easily accessible.  
Second, Barcelona offers a wide variety of event venues and caters to all kinds of tastes and budgets. Whether you are looking for an elegant hotel ballroom, an impressive conference venue, or an outdoor venue for your incentive trip with a view of the Mediterranean Sea, Barcelona has something to offer everyone. 
In this blog post, we will take a look at our favourite top three event venues in Barcelona. 
W Barcelona
Located on the beachfront along the famous Barceloneta Boardwalk, one of the city’s most popular areas, the 5-star W Barcelona provides everything you need to make your event a success. 

Apart from its perfect location, being the only hotel in Barcelona with direct access to the beach, this elegant and luxurious venue, designed by world-renowned architect Ricardo Bofill, offers 479 beautiful guestrooms and suites, with panoramic views over the city of Barcelona and the Mediterranean Sea. 

In terms of events, the W Barcelona is a versatile venue that can accommodate a great variety of events. Whether you are hosting a small meeting or a large conference, this incredible venue has 6.800 square metres of meeting space with world-class facilities to create memorable and outstanding events. The innovatively designed meeting rooms have natural light and are equipped with a private terrace with endless views of the beach, Barcelona city, and the Mediterranean Sea. 

And if you want to plan a hybrid event, W Barcelona offers the latest audio-visual equipment enabling you to set up Video Conferencing and broadcasting live content off-property. 

In addition, W Barcelona offers different dining bars, from glam and modern restaurants and beach or poolside bars to an exclusive top-floor cocktail lounge and sky bar with panoramic views over the city and the beach. 

So, if you are looking for a spectacular event venue in Barcelona, W Barcelona should be at the top of your list. 

Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona
Located right in the heart of the city, on Passeig de Gràcia, one of the most exclusive and iconic shopping boulevards in Barcelona, the Mandarin Oriental is a luxurious venue with outstanding service, more than 100 guestrooms superbly decorated by designer Patricia Urquiola, Michelin-starred dining, and exceptional facilities. 

After a long day of meetings or touring the city, guests have the opportunity to relax at the luxury spa, with holistic treatments and therapies, or in the magnificent indoor swimming pool. 

Regarding food, Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona is a gastronomic destination in its own right. Guests can choose from various restaurants and bars, including Moments, the awarded two Michelin-starred restaurants, and the culinary highlight of the hotel. For those who want to enjoy an incredible 360 view of the city, Terrat, the rooftop terrace, offers a truly memorable Peruvian-Mediterranean dining experience, accompanied by unique cocktails. 

Moreover, the hotel includes two meeting rooms equipped with advanced technology and connectivity. If you are looking for an outdoor event option, Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona offers two landscaped outdoor spaces: the Terrat and the Mimosa Garden, which can accommodate up to 350 guests standing.

Nobu Barcelona
If you are looking for a luxury lifestyle experience in Barcelona, Nobu Hotel has it all. Located close to the beautiful Plaza de España and just a mere stroll away from high-speed rail links and conference centre Fira de Barcelona, Nobu Hotel offers 259 spacious and stylish guestrooms and suites, with panoramic views of the city and the Mediterranean, a variety of meeting and event spaces, and, not to be forgotten, the world-class Nobu Restaurant. 

In terms of event spaces, the hotel offers a range of versatile meeting spaces equipped with cutting-edge technology, including flat screens, audio-visual features, and room set-ups customised for different size gatherings.  

Nobu Hotel Barcelona also features a beautiful spa, where guests can ease their minds and renew their spirits with a personalised wellness journey through a sauna, steam bath, plunge pool, and fitness centre. 

And last but not least, located on the 23rd floor, Nobu Hotel Barcelona showcases the iconic Nobu menu, created by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, who brings to life the latest trends in Japanese “New Style” cuisine. The perfect place to relax and enjoy the view while sipping a tasty cocktail.

Hotel Arts Barcelona
Hotel Arts, Barcelona’s unmistakable icon, overlooking the sea and surrounded by lush terraces and lively promenades.  
This striking blue tower has 483 refined and modern guestrooms and suites, including penthouses, on the top floors that boast the most exceptional views in the hotel. Moreover, the hotel offers outstanding facilities, including two Michelin-starred restaurants, Enoteca, a rooftop spa, two outdoor pools with a sea view, and lush gardens. 
When it comes to events, Hotel Arts has all you need; more than 3,500 square metres dedicated to meetings and events, spread out over 21 multi-purpose event spaces equipped with advanced technology and with capacity for small gatherings as well as large conferences. For example, the Gran Saló Gaudí can accommodate up to 1,400 people, with spaces that can be adapted to suit any kind of meeting and event. And how about a cocktail party or gala dinner on the 41st floor, with breathtaking sea views? Arts 41 is one of the unique meeting spaces in Barcelona. A duplex perfect for executive meetings, banquets, cocktail parties, and receptions. 
The hotel also offers five superb restaurants with open air or covered terraces. One of them is Enoteca Paco Pérez, the two Michelin-starred restaurants where guests can enjoy contemporary Mediterranean cuisine with traditional and innovative touches, accompanied by a selection of over 700 wines. An excellent venue for a grand Mediterranean event. 

Majestic Hotel & Spa
Right in the heart of Paseo de Gràcia, the Majestic Hotel & Spa has been one of Barcelona’s most popular venues since 1918. The hotel’s beautiful and glorious façade and luxurious interior make it a perfect setting for any kind of event, from small, intimate meetings to largescale conferences. 
This magnificent hotel has 271 sophisticated guestrooms and suites, finely decorated by interior designer Antonio Obrador, a fabulous spa on the top floor and fully renovated in 2022, an elegant restaurant and a rooftop bar, and a variety of meeting and event spaces. The Mediterraneo Meeting Room, the largest ballroom in the centre of Barcelona, with cutting-edge technology and daylight, can accommodate up to 500 guests. Its versatility allows the separation of the room into six separate sections, from 74 to 100 square metres, to adapt to diverse meeting needs and set-up. 
Apart from its elegant spaces, this venue is well-known for one of the best breakfasts in Europe! Served in the hotel restaurant on the first floor, the buffet breakfast is a combination of quality, tradition, and innovation, with a wide variety of fruits, local cheeses, cold cuts, show cooking with hot dishes, and a homemade sweet buffet, daily prepared by the pastry chef. 
An authentic gastronomic experience. 
 
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