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InterContinental Barcelona, an IHG Hotel

Avenida Rius I Taulet, 1-3, Barcelona, Spain, 08004
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Welcome to InterContinental Barcelona, where events come to life across 3,000 sqm (32,290 sqf) of flexible meeting space—perfect for conferences, product launches, gala dinners, and executive meetings. With 21 newly refurbished meeting rooms and capacity for up to 800 guests, our spaces adapt to events of any size, from small board meetings to large-scale celebrations. Most of our meeting rooms have natural daylight or scenic windows bringing a lot of light to the spaces. All of them are equipped with advanced audiovisual technology and optional 5G connectivity of up to 1 Gbps, upon request. A dedicated private entrance and direct access to parking—including spaces with electric charging stations The hotel offers 273 elegant rooms, including 18 spacious suites. Our entry-level rooms, one of the biggest in the city are 42 sqm (452 sq ft), with 17 suites ranging from 59 to 65 sqm (635–700 sq ft), and one Presidential Suite spanning 180 sqm (1,938 sq ft)—all designed for maximum comfort and relaxation. For exclusive outdoor events, the Montjuïc Terrace provides stunning views of the National Art Museum of Catalonia—an unforgettable setting in the heart of the city. Our expert team is here to support you at every step, offering personalised service and solutions tailored to your needs. Whether you're planning a creative workshop or an international summit, we make event planning simple and successful. Meeting for Good with IHG initiative, we are committed to hosting sustainable events. This includes 100% digital documentation, plastic free water service, zero single-use materials, locally sourced menus, food waste reduction, and energy-efficient digital signage. Responsible events are not just possible — they are our promise.

Venue Details

ChainIHG
BrandInterContinental Hotels
Built1992
Renovated2021
Total meeting space29,063 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms273
Venue typeLuxury hotel

Industry Ratings

Hotelstars Union
Northstar

Awards

Industry awards
- Green Key Certified - Biosphere Certified 2024- Sustainability Certification - Michelin Star 2024 QUIRAT Restaurant - Best Modern Luxury Hotel in Europe 2024 - Best Luxury Wellness Spa in Europe 2024 - Best Luxury Hotel in Restaurant 2024 - Best Luxury City Hotel in Spain 2024 - Best Luxury Lifestyle Hotel in Europe 2024 - Best Luxury City Spa in Southern Europe 2024 - Best Luxury Urban Escape in Southern Europe 2024 - Best Tasting Menu in Southern Europe 2024 - Best Mediterranean Cuisine - Overall Winner 2024 - Barcelona Sustainable Tourism 2022 – Barcelona Turisme - Best Luxury MICE Hotel – Spain Luxury Hotel Awards 2021

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Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (mountain)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Space (private)
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
  • Video conference

Sustainability

This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.

Certifications (1)

Sustainability Certifications
Biosphere Certified

Certification body: Biosphere

Issued: 4/14/2022 Expires: 12/1/2028

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Jan 24, 2026 - Jan 26, 2026
Feb 23, 2026 - Feb 27, 2026
Mar 16, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026
Apr 15, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026
May 18, 2026 - May 23, 2026
May 25, 2026 - May 29, 2026

Seasonal Availability

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High season
May 01 - Oct 31Feb 19 - Mar 06
Shoulder season
Mar 07 - Apr 30
Low season
Jan 01 - Feb 18Nov 01 - Dec 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
29,062.6 sq. ft.
Largest room
8,395.9 sq. ft.
Space (private)
31,753.5 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
22
Second largest room
5,877.1 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
21,527.8 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

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Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
273
Double (2 beds)
273
Suites
18

Location

Getting Here

By a 20 minute' drive from Barcelona's International Airport, 12 minutes from Sants Train Station, and a 5-minute' walk from Plaza España Metro Station, we are the closest 5 stars hotel to the airport and Barcelona Fira within Barcelona city limits.
Distance from airport 6.84 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( €40.00/day )
Street parking

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Las Arena Shopping Mall
Las Arena Shopping Mall
Shopping
5 mins
Gran via de les corts Catalanes,373-385
Barcelona, ES 08015
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Estadi Olímpic
Estadi Olímpic
Recreation
5 mins
A few minutes away from the Estadi Olimpic the current venue for Barcelona's football matches, our location offers prime accessibility to the sporting excitement.
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Poble Espanyol
Poble Espanyol
Historical landmark
1 km
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Barceloneta Beach
Barceloneta Beach
Recreation
15 mins
15 Minutes drive, Barceloneta Beach is a must-visit destination with beautiful views to enjoy.

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Additional Information

Facility Restrictions

100% non smoking Hotel

Additional details

Five gastronomic outlets: Our exclusive Quirat restaurant, awarded with a MICHELIN STAR, Gebre Cocktail Bar, Arrel Restaurant, Boira Bites & Drinks, and the 173 Rooftop Terrace. SPA InterContinental, spanning 1,200 sqm (12,917 sq ft), offers authentic moments of luxury, serenity, and relaxation, and a fully equipped fitness center available 24/7. Discover our MICHELIN STAR Restaurant: https://quiratrestaurant.com/

InterContinental Barcelona, an IHG Hotel Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated InterContinental Barcelona, an IHG Hotel's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
We work with numerous actions related to corporate social responsibility, from delivering weekly menus to people without resources to reducing our carbon footprint.
Does InterContinental Barcelona, an IHG Hotel have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, we have incorporated XXL size amenities to reduce plastic consumption in the rooms, we have also substituted plastic for glass in our meeting spaces.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is InterContinental Barcelona, an IHG Hotel and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to InterContinental Barcelona, an IHG Hotel's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://barcelona.intercontinental.com/en/

Health and Safety

Were practices at InterContinental Barcelona, an IHG Hotel developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, The hotel follows the policy set by the local government and IHG.
Does InterContinental Barcelona, an IHG Hotel clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Continuous cleaning and sanitisation of common areas
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