HistoryEstablished by Hamilcar Barca as Barcino in the 3rd Century B.C., Barcino
soon became part of the Byzantine empire. Barcelona was conquered in turn by the
Visgoths and Moors, then reclaimed for Spain in the 9th Century by Charlemagne’s
son, Louis.
Catalonia has a strong national spirit that has been tested throughout history.
During the War of Spanish Succession in 1714, King Philip V of Spain demolished
La Ribera (the merchant quarter) and forbade the use of Catalan. Just over two
hundred years later, the Spanish Civil War ushered in another era of political
repression as Francisco Franco ruled until his death in 1975.
Barcelona is the vibrant Catalan capital, a city with a rich Mediterranean
culture and history and dynamic industrial tradition.
Located to the south of the Pyrenees Mountains, on the North East coast of the
Iberian peninsula, Barcelona, is the second largest city in Spain.
Enoteca
Experience fine dining focused on Mediterranean cuisine at Enoteca. The
extensive wine cellar features more than 500 wines from around the world and
from local winemakers. The sommelier guides guests to match the wines and
enhance their dining experience.
- Serving seasonal Mediterranean cuisine
- An extensive selection of over 500 Spanish and international wines
- Open Monday to Saturday for dinner, Monday and Tuesday for lunch
- Reservations recommended. (Jacket and tie requested)
Marina
Marina overlooks the stunning Port Olimpic and offers both poolside service
and terrace dining. A refreshing menu of salads, chilled soups and wood-oven
baked pizzas is complemented by fresh fish and seafood.
- Open throughout the summer for al fresco dining by the pool
- Lunch served May – August
- Dinner served in July and August featuring contemporary Mediterranean
cuisine
Café Veranda
Treat yourself at Café Veranda, open daily for a sumptuous buffet breakfast and
every Sunday for Brunch with a selection of hot and cold Mediterranean
specialties.
- Enticing buffet breakfast with fresh fruits, baked goods, local
specialities and hot dishes, served daily from 7 – 11:30 a.m.
- Lavish Sunday brunch includes range of salads, charcuterie, cheeses,
seafood, hot dishes and dessert buffet, served from 1- 4 p.m.
Arola
Share in the essence of traditional Catalan cooking with a creative flair at
the eponymous Arola. Chef Sergi Arola creates a sophisticated array of tapas
made for sharing and tasting. Arola’s Mediterranean dishes mix both innovative
and traditional ingredients and invite diners to explore a multitude of flavors
in a vivacious, relaxed atmosphere.
- Open for lunch and dinner Wednesday to Sunday
- Nightly DJ entertainment
- Seasonal terrace dining
- Reservations are recommended
Bites
Dine on delicious meals throughout the day at Bites, an informal, chic
restaurant. Bites has a range of light dishes starting with breakfast served a
la carte and a lunch and dinner menu available every day. Favorites include the
foie gras hamburger, pasta specials and the Royal Club sandwich.
- Delicious bites available all day
- Cuisine ranges from light to hearty
- Open daily 7 a.m. - Midnight
