An internationally renowned RITZ Hotel was opened in 1919. This exceptional hotel has been able to keep in touch with its great traditions of elegance and service while constantly updating its amenities and facilities to fit the modern times. The hotel is located in the very heart of the city on the pleasant, tree-lined boulevard Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, close to the lively Ramblas and the historic Gothic Quarter. All historic attractions are nearby as well as shopping and entertainment. The nearest metro stations are Urquinaona and Cataluna. The hotel has spacious, comfortable rooms and deluxe rooms with Roman baths. It has 85 rooms, 34 junior Suites, 5 Suites and 1 Royal Suite all with air conditioning, satellite television, mini-bar, safe and 24-hour a day room-service. Ritz is proud of its excellent Mediterranean cuisine at the Diana Restaurant, as well as and elegant and charming Parrilla Bar. There is also a piano hall where guests can enjoy Ritz’s world famous afternoon tea. Modern meeting, convention, and banquet facilities can accommodate 10 to 500 people. Up to date audio-visual equipment is available.