Catalan philanthropist, real estate developer, and pharmaceutical entrepreneur, Dr. Salvador Andreu had a vision of a majestic mountaintop hotel.
When he found the perfect location—atop Mount Tibidabo, 1,640 feet above the Mediterranean Sea with panoramic views over the city, and sightlines all the way to the Pyrenees Mountains—he opened his magnificent retreat in 1924. Quickly it became a fashiobable retreat for well-to-do Catalonians looking for an escape just beyond the city limits.
Gran Hotel La Florida has been through several re-incarnations since Dr. Andreu's grand hotel made its debut, including a conversion into a military hospital in the 1930s during the Spanish Civil War.
A meticulous renovation brought life back to the beautiful hotel, in a restoration that blends modern design with rich history.
Today, the hotel has been restored to its former glory, thanks to a meticulous, four-year renovation that blends modern design with the hotel's rich history, and taking advantage of its best asset.
Seventy guest rooms and suites are designed to highlight the destination’s spectacular vistas, with all accommodations offering sweeping city or sea views. Eight Design Suites, some with outdoor jacuzzis on private terraces, invite tranquil relaxation beneath the stars.
The ultimate urban resort provides the best of both worlds, situated just 15 minutes from the city center. When the energy of Barcelona beckons, Gran Hotel La Florida's complimentary shuttle can have you to the city center in no time.
But then again, there could be no better place to admire Spain’s coolest city from afar. Dr. Andreu made sure of that.
To learn more about Gran Hotel La Florida please contact the concierge upon making a reservation.