Hotel Icaria, Barcelona

Hotel Icaria, Barcelona - Description

Location

Hotel is situated in the Villa Olimpica area, within easy reach of all main cultural and leisure attractions, as well as the main shopping area. 250 metres from Icaria beach, and 500 metres from the bars, restaurants and nightclubs of the Olympic Port.

Rooms

Its comfortable rooms are decorated in a modern style and equipped with the latest technological innovations and services. Decorated with wood parquet floors, grey and white walls, ash furnishings and paintings by local artists; amenities include flatscreen televisions, air conditioning, and minibars.

Restaurant

Icaria Restaurant - Adjacent to the lobby, the informal hotel restaurant features orange plastic tables and marble flooring. Serves buffet breakfast, and lunch and dinner a la carte menus including light meals and classic Mediterranean fish and meat dishes. Private dining area with grand piano also available for hire. Icaria Bar - Open all day serving hot and cold drinks, cocktails and snacks. Situated adjacent to the restaurant. Opens onto the poolside patio area with outdoor tables and chairs and large parasols.

Exterior

Seven-storey building of modern construction.

Lobby

Guests enter via a revolving door and into a striking marble and glass lobby. Tropical fish tanks, beige sofas and low coffee tables create a relaxed contemporary ambience. The lobby leads through to the bar, restaurant and an outdoor patio, while two lifts provide access to guestrooms.

General

The outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by a wood-decked sun terrace and hot tub. Personal trainers are on hand in the fitness centre, there is also a spa area with Finnish sauna, steam room, and a massage treatment room. This hotel is recommended due to its high standards and quality. (Oct 08 / sa)