Soho House Barcelona
Extended stay hotel · Barri Gotic ·
Rooftop pool, spa, trendy eateries, cinema, & marina views
Rooftop pool, spa, trendy eateries, cinema, & marina views
"Not a member, I booked a room and walked in as if I belonged, thanks to the hotel's member‑for‑a‑night loophole—though at check‑out my privileges vanish like Cinderella’s carriage. Just outside the historic Barrio Gotico, facing Marina Port Vell at the corner of the Duc de Medinaceli Square, the house occupies an 18th‑century building where a bohemian aesthetic meets Catalan bricks and opulent ceramics, all under a strict ban on video, photography, tablets, or PCs. Mornings here feel built for the gym—teeming with runners, cyclers, and weight lifters—so I detour to the basement’s large indoor pool, its tiles echoing Lluís Domènech i Montaner. The Club is the beating heart: not a place to read a book or seek an ashram’s hush, but an elegant, informal hub where designers, stylists, architects, and artists sip Soho Mules and pop olives, and where membership favors those in creative fields. A few floors up, the spectacular rooftop terrace—among the most beautiful in the city—mixes a bar/restaurant and a nicely sized pool; I lingered over an avocado toast with a view, resisting the urge to sneak a photo. My Tiny Room (21 square meters) was a charming refuge in shades of ochre, black, brown, and deep green, with an old‑fashioned atmosphere and modern comforts (bedside Bluetooth speakers and USB plugs); the bathroom’s two‑toned ceramics framed a courtesy set bursting with creams, serums, and shampoos, and while my window faced an ordinary side street, the terrace more than satisfied any craving for vistas. Each evening between 7 and 9:30 pm a mixologist rolls up a bar cart for in‑room cocktail service; a house caipirinha kept me company while I wrote. I may not be the artsy, well‑to‑do creative they court, but the amenities are a resounding enticement, the room a thoughtful refuge, the public spaces among the city’s most sparkling, and the terrace view alone feels worth the price of admission—and, no, no one will force you to use the gym." - Anna Bonci
"The magnificent terrace of Soho House is just the icing on the cake of this unique hotel. Only members and hotel guests (who each get a single plus one) can use it." - The MICHELIN Guide
"Soho House was established by Nick Jones as a member’s only club in London in 1995. It was conceived as a meeting point for young, upwardly mobile media types—something it has veered away from in recent years as city traders, lawyers, and accountants began to aspire to it as well, but after a bit of a shake-up is getting back on track and attracting creatives once more. The interiors have always been done by Soho House’s own team of designers under sister brand Soho Home, in the case of Soho House Barcelona, aided by local architect Hector Restrepo Calvo. Relatively new to the Barcelona scene, the hotel is pocket-sized and seductive, already buzzing and as fun as a packet of sparklers. See our edit of the best hotels in Barcelona for more. —Isabelle Kliger" - Lauren Burvill
"Nick Jones can do no wrong, and the Barcelona outpost of Soho House is no exception. Located on the edge of the artsy Gothic Quarter and looking out onto the marina means you’re right in the middle of the action, minutes from all the best restaurants and sights—if you can bring yourself to leave the club. First-time visitors (non-members can book rooms, which is a huge plus) will appreciate the special attention paid to design details, like authentic Catalan fabrics and Spanish tiles in every room; meanwhile, members will feel right at home thanks to the familiar luxe yet lived-in aesthetic. This house has all the facilities of a luxury hotel (signature cowshed spa, bustling rooftop pool, restaurants and a cool speakeasy-themed basement bar) and all the expected creature comforts like fully stocked bathrooms, Nespresso machines, even hair straighteners. "
"How did it strike you on arrival?Pocket-sized, seductive, and as fun as a packet of sparklers, Soho House impresses from the moment you walk in. The service is smiley and welcoming, the crowd is young and impeccably dressed, and the fresh, modernist design is worth the trip alone. They say Soho House should feel like your home, and it kind of does—just a much cooler version. What’s the crowd like?Founded as an exclusive private members' club for trendy creatives, the people at Soho House are exactly that—trendy and creative. But, whereas anyone who has visited its outposts in, say, London or New York might have noted a slightly self-satisfied, stuck-up vibe, Soho House Barcelona is just like the city around it—laid-back and easygoing. Tell us about the rooms.Guest rooms range from tiny to medium. The Medium Marina has everything you need: a king-size bed, a spacious amenities-stocked bathroom, comfy armchairs for lounging, and picture-perfect views of the Old Port. How's the bed?The bed is firm, the Egyptian-cotton sheets are cool and comforting, and the soundproofing is complete. I’d happily sleep here every night for the rest of my life. How are the bathrooms?Everyone loves a stylish bathroom with a rain shower, but what really stands out here is the range of products on offer: giant bottles of shampoo, conditioner, shower cream, and moisturizer, plus a basket brimming with everything from mouthwash to shaving cream and lip balm. Every hotel bathroom should be kitted out like this. Any little details that stood out?Listen for a knock at the door around 7 p.m.—that would be the in-room cocktail service. How's the Wi-Fi?The Wi-Fi is fast (and free). What else should we know?Soho House is a private members' club, and staying in the hotel gives you access to all the perks: from the rooftop and pool deck, to bars, restaurants, unlimited free candy, and even a 36-seat in-house movie theater. What was most memorable about your stay?The private movie theater with plush green armchairs, footstools, and your very own blanket. Bottom line: worth it?More expensive than most hotels in Barcelona, but worth it." - Isabelle Kliger
