The five-star grand-luxe Hotel Claris, a work of architecture that is worthy of being viewed as a work of art, is the physical expression of a special concept of luxury hotels in which the finest materials and state-of-the-art technology have been placed at the service of its guests. Combining tradition and modernity, antiques and avant-garde design, the Claris thus achieves a unique balance. The hotel's magnificent location in the central Eixample quarter of Barcelona, near Paseo de Gracia, Plaza Cataluña, Las Ramblas and Avenida Diagonal, makes it the perfect home base for business and leisure.

The Claris is decorated with a mix of contemporary and classic styles, using the finest quality materials. To complement the décor, there are over 100 antique kilims, 17th and 18th-century English and French furniture, and many sculptures from the 2nd to 7th centuries.

Eeach of the 80 guest rooms and 40 private suites are fully equipped with air-conditioning, telephones, fax-modem connection, satellite TV, CD player, safe and mini bar. Other amenities include a sauna and small gymnasium, a rooftop swimming pool, a private museum of impressive Egyptian artefacts, meeting rooms, valet parking and 24-hour room service.

There are three restaurants: the exclusive East 47 Bar & Restaurant for contemporary cuisine, the La Terraza del Claris Restaurant on the rooftop for lunch and dinner during the summer, and the Claris Restaurant for banquets and where breakfast is served every morning.

Hotel Claris rooftop swimming pool.