Life can be a little topsy-turvy sometimes, so needless to say, a little self-care is on the agenda. And should you find yourself on the vivacious streets of Barcelona, there are plenty of spa resorts in the city that are sure to give you some much-needed R&R (rest and relaxation).
So, while you get ready for a night (or day) of peaceful pampering, allow this guide to show you the best hotel spas in Barcelona. This guide will help pinpoint the resorts in Barcelona, where you can float dreamily to your room after that deep-tissue massage.
Here are the top picks of the best spa hotels in and around Barcelona. Get ready to dip into a heated pool before (and perhaps after) a rejuvenating treatment or two.
Tip: If you are spending a few days in the area check out some of the other best hotels in Barcelona to end off your trip.
1. W Barcelona Spa
In the heart of Barcelona, Spain, the W sits at the end of the beach like a glimmering oasis. The W is high-end and nothing short of fabulous. The hotel attracts a diverse crowd by inviting international DJs and mixologists which keeps the energy of the hotel youthful and cool.
However, the W is not all about Ibiza-inspired nights. The W Barcelona spa makes sure to block out the rest of the world and transport you to another universe. The spa offers its guests a range of treatments that can be accompanied by a glass of bubbly, a manicure, a sweet treat, and a movie. What more could you ask for?
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2. Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona Spa
The Mandarin Oriental Barcelona Spa is a high-class luxurious spa that takes a holistic approach. Many of the spas’ treatments are greatly influenced by Chinese medicine. One of the signature treatments is the Barcelona Spring, which utilizes local herbs and olive oil in the massage ritual.
The Barcelona Spring begins with a foot scrub followed by an aromatherapy massage incorporating hot stones, and culminating in a hypnotic head massage.
The facilities of this Barcelona spa hotel are divinely supreme, from the rooftop down to the expertly staffed spa in the basement. The interior design of the rooms is decorated with hints of Eastern inspo without being overwhelming.
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3. El Palace Hotel Barcelona
El Palace is the protégé of the former Ritz hotel and carries the same distinct opulence as its master. Expect to be blown away by the gilt clocks, and elaborate Greek statues as you enter.
The award-winning Mayan-themed spa downstairs with six treatment rooms specializes in volcanic stone treatments. This spa in Barcelona will either immerse all your senses in ancient Mesoamerican rituals or lather you in skin-smoothing chocolate. Whatever you’re in the mood for, you will leave feeling cleansed from the inside out.
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4. Almanac Barcelona
Located on the cusp of wine country in Catalonia, this Barcelona spa hotel offers guests a wide selection of facial and massage treatments. The Almanac prides itself on being more than just a spa but a wellness center – ready to give you respite from the busy city.
The Almanac has an intriguing treatment that takes advantage of its great location, called the Wine Therapy Ritual. This treatment aims to detoxify the skin with an antioxidant-rich red-wine wrap. The treatment is then followed by a restorative massage.
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5. Hotel 1898
The Hotel 1898 was once a coal bunker and since its 2005 renovation, it has become a stunning 19th-century style accommodation. The mood inside is dimly lit, romantic and warm. But the spa facilities are exclusively for hotel guests.
This Barcelona spa menu features over 20 treatments inspired by Eastern traditions. The staff is persistent in getting their guests to take advantage of their pool and thermal circuit before sinking into the therapy, ritual, or exfoliation of their choice.
Afterward, make sure you get sundowners over at the hotel restaurant, La Rambla with panoramic city views from the roof terrace.
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6. Sofia
Among the leafy parks and Barça home Camp Nou, is the Mediterranean oasis, Hotel Sofia. The spa itself is called Oasis, and that’s where you can choose from among nearly 40 treatments.
Indulge in hot and cold therapy, plunge pools, the sauna, and an ice cave to increase circulation and relax the muscles. This day spa in Barcelona is famous for its salt cave. The rosy-lit space is filled with mineral-rich Himalayan pink salt that’s reputedly antibacterial and anti-inflammatory.
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7. Hotel Arts
Built as accommodations for participants in the 1992 Olympic Games, the building is now Hotel Arts, which overlooks Barceloneta beach and the city center. Hotel Arts positions its pampering floor 500ft (150m) above the city streets unlike other spas in Barcelona which host these spaces in the basement. Giving new meaning to ‘over-the-top’ luxury.
The spa’s facilities boast exquisite design and feature a hydrotherapy pool, a sauna, elegant relaxation areas, eight treatment cabins, and two terraces. However, the most popular treatment on the menu is the Sublime Diamond Journey. This is a lavish facial that includes diamond dust pore exfoliation, deep hydration, and an anti-aging lifting treatment.
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8. Hotel Omm
As this list rounds up, how fitting that it ends on a meditation chant, Ommmm. The Hotel Omm is a small spa that offers its guests a chance at experiencing tranquility. This low-lit space feels light years away from the hustle and bustle of its city center location.
The treatments here vary from a hydromassage pool, foot bath, ice fountain, and varying-temperature showers. The treatments end with a moment of intense calm on a gravitational bed you’ll never want to leave.
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Final Thoughts on Spa Hotels in Barcelona
After a day of sightseeing your way around Barcelona, make sure you take some restorative time for yourself with the best spas in Barcelona mentioned in this guide. With an array of indulgent treatments, how could you resist a chance at a peaceful wind-down?
If you are exploring other parts of the stunning country and needing to get to Barcelona, check out this guide on the best ways to travel from Madrid to Barcelona.
