A fascinating 12th-century palace
in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic
Quarter has been imaginatively
transformed into a modern and
stylish hotel. The four-star Neri
is located in the square of Sant
Felip Neri, between the Cathedral of
Barcelona and the Ramblas. This is
an area of narrow medieval streets
where doors open into excellent
restaurants, trendy boutiques and art
galleries. In the restaurant, the chef
blends exotic spices into his aromatic
southern Mediterranean cuisine. The
rough stone walls of the original house
create a marvelous backdrop for
the modern, fresh style of the lobby,
restaurant and rooms. Bathrooms are
bright and spacious, and there are
connecting rooms for families.
A superb feature of the Neri is
the roof garden, which offers a quiet
and sunny place to take breakfast or
have a drink. There are sun beds and
showers for guests who want to take a
break from sightseeing and shopping.
A new member of Relais et Chateaux for 2012.
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