"Since opening its doors in 1890, the luxurious Santa Catalina has been a symbol of refinement in Las Palmas, playing host to the likes of Winston Churchill, Maria Callas, and the Spanish royal family. The oldest hotel in the Canary Islands is still one of the best, and extravagant renovations by the Barceló Hotel Group have put a new shine on the silver and a new polish on the marble. Some things haven’t changed: the hotel’s pale pink façade, a colorful Spanish art collection, a traditional English afternoon tea served in a wood-paneled salon. And while guest rooms and suites retain their compact original dimensions, they’ve been smartly refreshed. Added inducements include an oceanview infinity pool, a stylish rooftop bar, a state-of-the-art spa, and a one-MICHELIN-Star restaurant called Poemas." - Tablet Hotels