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Times
4 days ago
- Times
Grand Hyatt Barcelona hotel review: a landmark five-star perfect for foodies
Go beyond the busy old town and you'll discover a more tranquil side to the energetic Catalan capital — the leafy Les Corts district. It's where you'll also find this landmark 19-floor building that first opened in the Seventies as one of Barcelona's first skyscraper hotels and was transformed into the Grand Hyatt in 2024. Inside it has a glossy, art deco-inspired look, and a gold-hued lobby where a glinting installation of triangular mirrors dangles from the ceiling. There are calm-toned rooms dreamt up by the Barcelona-based design studio MOEM; a moodily lit Natura Bissé spa and service that hits the polished-yet-warm sweet spot. All in all, it's easy to see how this sparkling five-star still draws a loyal following. This article contains affiliate links, which may earn us revenue Score 8/10The sharp, art deco feel continues in the 465 rooms, which swing from fresh, good-sized Queens (making space for desks and cosy seating corners) to palatial upper-floor suites where freestanding bathtubs sit in the window. Expect calming cream palettes, exposed wood, gold trim and angular-shaped furnishings, and lots more colour, character and views of Barcelona sprawling below in higher categories such as Premium. Thoughtfully partitioned bathrooms have walk-in rain showers, oversized mirrors and a stash of full-sized products by the beloved Barcelona brand Natura Bissé. For anyone travelling with children, King rooms have the option of an extra bed and dogs are also welcomed with furry-friend kits that include beds, bowls and 8/10The excellent on-site dining scene is one of the hotel's big attractions, pulling in a well-heeled local crowd alongside business types and holidaying guests. The creative Peruvian Maymanta restaurant sweeps across the indoor-outdoor rooftop up on the 19th floor. It's a smart-casual spot specialising in sharing-style menus made with local ingredients, such as zingy fresh-catch ceviche, and its original cocktails can be sipped on the alfresco deck overlooking the city. There's a more relaxed all-day tapas bar for croquettes, patatas bravas and decadent breakfasts with Catalan flair, along with a laid-back, garden-fringed pool bar and a library-themed café serving beans from the Barcelona-based shop, Hidden Coffee Roasters. But the big ticket is the plush steakhouse Leña, the work of superstar Andalusian chef Dani García and known especially for its grilled meats and vegetables (perhaps fresh leeks or Malaga-grown avocado). • Discover our full guide to Barcelona• Best restaurants in Barcelona Score 9/10 Barcelona's urban buzz feels worlds away from the chic adults-only Oasis Spa, which is run by Natura Bissé and has a sprawling thermal circuit surrounded by smoked-mirror walls and lush greenery. Laze away an afternoon in the metallic pool, steam room, sauna, hot tub, ice room and cold plunge pool, or try one of the treatments, including soothing vitamin C facials and body wraps. A long, sparkling turquoise pool hidden out the back provides a green haven for switching right off. There's also a well-stocked 24-hour gym. Score 7/10You're in Les Corts, a smart and green part of western Barcelona, best known as the home of Camp Nou, FC Barcelona's stadium. There aren't any other major sights on the doorstep, and staying in this business-orientated pocket of town means swapping city-centre crowds for a quieter setting and more local-focused bars, restaurants and markets. The Monastery of Pedralbes, a jewel of Catalan gothic architecture, is a 20-minute walk away, and the surrounding area has a string of untouristy gardens to explore. There's even a small taste of Gaudí at the landmark Pavellons Guell gateway, just five minutes from the hotel. Efficient metro and bus links zip into Barcelona's historic centre in about 20 minutes — or take a 15-minute taxi. Price room-only doubles from £175Restaurant mains from £22Family-Friendly YAccessible Y Isabella Noble was a guest of Grand Hyatt Barcelona ( • More great hotels in Barcelona• Best affordable hotels in Barcelona
Forbes
20-03-2025
- Health
- Forbes
Is Suzanne Kalan's New Collab The Ultimate Diamond Facial?
White gold and diamond jewelry by Suzanne Kalan The Los Angeles-based jewelry designer Suzanne Kalan, known for her contemporary work with diamonds, has teamed up with the award-winning beauty brand Natura Bissé on a luxury pampering experience designed to bring all the radiance and sparkle of her favorite stone to the skin. The Diamond Acu-Energy Facial X Suzanne Kalan pairs highly concentrated skincare from Natura Bissé's Diamond Extreme skincare collection, with energy-boosting acupressure featuring Suzanne Kalan diamonds, in a limited-edition diamond facial treatment available at the Dorchester Hotel in London until the end of the month. 'Diamonds are such powerful stones with incredible properties. They help reduce stress and emotional pain, reduce anxiety and bring a sense of calm,' says the designer, before adding that she wants 'to make sure everyone who experiences my Natura Bissé treatment leaves feeling better than when they came in.' The jewelry designer Suzanne Kalan, who recently teamed up with Natura Bissé on a diamond facial ... [+] available at The Dorchester Hotel, London. The treatment takes place inside a sealed purified air pod in the spa at the world-famous London hotel, The Dorchester. Along with a full cleanse, exfoliating peel, deep hydration, LED massage and manual facial massage to lift and smooth, three rose-cut diamonds are applied to chakra points in the face and throat during the treatment. To finish, acupuncture gems are applied to the ears, to support digestion, relaxation and liver detox. According to Natura Bissé, the facial is designed to 'restore balance, enhance skin radiance and promote relaxation', while the diamonds applied to pressure points are thought to boost skin oxygenation and 'invigorate tired skin.' The Spanish family-run beauty brand focuses on high concentrations of naturally derived active ingredients, like AHAs, retinol, peptides and collagen, and with Suzanne Kalan at The Dorchester, the company is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its Diamond Extreme skincare and treatment line. They hope to bring the facial to Los Angeles in the coming months. White gold and diamond necklaces by Suzanne Kalan, who recently teamed up with Natura Bissé on a ... [+] diamnd facial at The Dorchester Hotel, London. Suzanne Kalan is celebrated for her use of diamonds, showcased in her signature Fireworks setting which aligns baguette-cut diamonds in irregular, asymmetrical patterns. Although it channels all of the contemporary elegance of this particular diamond cut, her modern take on diamond jewelry is worlds apart from the classic diamond tennis necklace, and sparked the trend for layering diamond bracelets into a wrist stack. Kalan's designs have recently been seen on celebrities including Kaia Gerber, Keiran Culkin, and Florence Pugh. 'I've used Natura Bissé's Diamond collection for years now and really believe there is nothing better to get your skin looking perfect for my jewellery,' says Kalan. 'I wanted to create this treatment… to give our clients, these women, a moment to escape from reality, to ground and relax, and take a minute for themselves in their busy lives.' When it comes with extra diamond radiance, who wouldn't like a little time for themselves? The Diamond Acu-Energy Facial X Suzanne Kalan is available until March 31, 2025 at the Natura Bissé spa at the Dorchester Hotel on Park Lane, London, as well as at 45 Park Lane and Coworth Park, Ascot.
