Cotton House Hotel is set in a historic building that dates back to the 19th century, and was first built as a private palace before being converted into the headquarters of the Cotton Textile Foundation. Once a meeting point for the leaders of the city's prosperous textile industry, the building has been magnificently restored by Barcelona’s most famous interior designer, Lázaro Rosa-Violán, who is best known for his ability to blend historic detail and modern design in perfect harmony. Cotton House Hotel might just be his best work to date.
The perky design at the five-star Barceló Torre de Madrid has made it an instant hit with fashionistas and creatives. While it is handy for shopping, sightseeing and nightlife, restaurant, spa and pool mean this is one hotel you’ll actually want to spend time in.
Get over the slightly incongruous name of this beautiful boutique hotel and you’ll find effortless interior design, stylish bedrooms and a great location in the thumping barrio of Chueca. For those seeking one of the coolest places to stay in the city, you can’t go wrong here. The hotel is in a charming former palace that dates back to the 19th century, all arched windows, Juliette balconies, window shutters and awnings. The original central courtyard is now a quadruple-height lobby which, under the vision of Barcelona-based interior designer Lázaro Rosa-Violán, is the centrepiece of the hotel: expect an eclectic mix of oversized lamps and vases, retro sofas, art books and enviable 1970s-style coffee tables.