Torre Melina Gran Melia sits on Avenida Diagonal, set within around 25,000 square metres of historic gardens with century-old trees and a lake, and connected to Barcelona’s congress centre. That greenery and space give it more of a resort feel than most city hotels. Rooms and suites include a RedLevel club tier with a private lounge, up to a royal penthouse. Dining runs from the Erre and Urrechu steakhouse in the lobby to the rooftop Entre Cielos bar, the poolside Beso Pedralbes and an all-day garden cafe. The SeaSkin Life holistic club offers a water circuit with two saunas, sensory showers and a gym, and there are two outdoor pools, a kids’ club and even a helipad. It suits families and couples who want gardens, pools and space in Barcelona, a little away from the busiest streets but still well connected.