Claris Hotel & Spa
www.hotelclaris.com
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona’s exclusive Five Star Claris Hotel and Spa promises an unforgettable, off the charts experience of boutique luxury, history and a unique celebration of the arts.
The historic heart of Barcelona lies in its cosmopolitan, genteel downtown where classic and unique Spanish architecture and charm, sophisticated shopping, world class dining, and a wide range of cultural venues abound. Occupying a prestigious corner where the expansion beyond Old Town began in 1883, the once grand Vedruna Palace residence was transformed into the exclusive Claris Hotel in 1992. A recent historic revisioning and restoration has welcomed the hotel into the 21st Century evoking a unique style comprising a visual wonder of art and design, a celebration of antiquity and modernism through sculptures and paintings, across cultures and ages. Art and architecture reigns in Barcelona, the city where Antoni Gaudi dramatically left his mark everywhere. In a city of treasures where walking the broad sidewalks is the province of discoveries, the Claris Hotel is only a short stroll from Gaudi’s masterpieces, La Pedrera and Casa Batllo, and a bit further on to his renowned artistic achievement, Sagrada Familia.
The prestigious Luxury Small Hotel group and Derby Hotel Collection celebrate the Five Star boutique luxury of Claris Hotel and Spa, recognizing the quality of service, the singular designs of each guest room, the dramatic marble baths, duplex style suites with spacious seating, high end amenities, and attention to every detail to ensure relaxed comfort in leisure and sleep. Views of the central courtyard highlight the blend of nature and art, with a Japanese water garden, waterfalls and ceramic sculptures. The rare collection of Mayan artifacts in the Claris’ uniquely curated 2nd floor museum showcases the hotel’s commitment to arts across cultures reflected throughout the common areas and accommodations. The Mayan theme extends to the Mayan Secret Spa where ancient treatments enhance the menu of massage and therapies, and guests enjoy the Tamazcal sauna and Sensation Shower. The Claris Hotel promises surprises around every corner.
DINING
Os-Kuro, the new Japanese restaurant in Claris Hotel. Joaquim Clos has personally designed his dream sushi bar, with a sake cellar and robatayaki-style cooking Derby Hotels Collection presents Os-Kuro, a Japanese restaurant that breaks expectations. Os-Kuro is a personal project of Joaquim Clos, and its aim is to offer traditional Japanese cuisine, served by a team of professionals who love and respect Japanese culture. The Os-Kuro team is a melting pot of nationalities, with a common goal: to offer pure Japanese gastronomy, faithful to tradition and with products of the highest excellence.
The name, Os-Kuro, refers to the main characteristic of the place: darkness (kuro means black in Japanese). Although with direct access from Barcelona’s bustling Valencia street, the half-light upon entering is enveloping and transports the diner into an intimate, elegant and sophisticated atmosphere. The best fish from the Spanish fish markets is displayed and worked at the bar and in front of the few privileged tables from which to contemplate the sushiman’s spectacle. A spiral staircase takes diners to a second space, a restaurant designed for after-dinner enjoyment and conducive to sharing, conversation and enjoyment.
