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W Barcelona, known as the Hotel Vela for its sail-shaped silhouette, is a W Hotels property in La Barceloneta, Barcelona. Designed by architect Ricardo Bofill and opened in October 2009, it marked W Hotels' first location in Western Europe. The hotel combines contemporary architecture with a waterfront location on Barcelona's reclaimed port expansion.
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The hotel occupies 7 hectares of land in La Barceloneta, Barcelona's waterfront district, on territory reclaimed during the expansion of the Port of Barcelona. Designed by Ricardo Bofill and the Taller de Arquitectura, the distinctive sail-shaped structure provides direct beach and terrace access. The property sits within Barcelona's modern port development on reclaimed land.
W Barcelona contains 473 rooms and 67 suites. The property underwent a major renovation in 2017, completed by W Hotels' in-house design team in partnership with London-based studio Bowler James Brindley. A further renovation cycle is planned to begin in October 2025 and continue through April 2026.
The hotel operates multiple dining venues, with a restaurant led by Michelin-starred chef Carles Abellán. Additional dining options include a rooftop bar and other restaurants within the complex.
W Barcelona features a spa and fitness centre, indoor and outdoor pools, terraces, and beach access.
The hotel's diverse dining venues and waterfront setting appeal to leisure travelers seeking contemporary design paired with beach access. The property's scale and facilities support business travelers and groups.
Editorial verification: W Barcelona is affiliated with W Hotels; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
W Barcelona is located in La Barceloneta, Barcelona's waterfront district, on land reclaimed during the expansion of the Port of Barcelona, with direct access to beaches and terraces.
The hotel's sail-shaped structure was designed by architect Ricardo Bofill and the Taller de Arquitectura. It opened in October 2009 as W Hotels' first property in Western Europe.
The hotel has 473 rooms and 67 suites.
W Barcelona features multiple restaurants, including one led by Michelin-starred chef Carles Abellán. The hotel also has a rooftop bar.
Yes, the hotel offers both indoor and outdoor pools, a spa and fitness centre, and direct beach access through its terraces.
The property underwent a major renovation in 2017, designed by W Hotels' in-house team with London-based studio Bowler James Brindley. Another renovation cycle is scheduled for October 2025 to April 2026.
W Barcelona is managed by Marriott International and operates under the W Hotels brand.
W Barcelona is affiliated with W Hotels; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
W Barcelona is in Barcelona, Spain. Address: la Barceloneta, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.
| Location | Barcelona, Spain |
|---|---|
| Address | la Barceloneta, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain |
| Brand / alliance | W Hotels |
| Official website | marriott.com |
| Area guide | la Barceloneta luxury hotels |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
Sources: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W_Barcelona
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