The Pool at Sofitel Barcelona Skipper

"A varied lounge area, guestrooms offering modern creature comforts, a spa, plus an attractive rooftop terrace with a swimming pool"

"Choose between the hotel's chic minimalist Syrah Mediterranée, noted as much for its fine wines as its nouveau Catalan specialties, or simply have a relaxing brunch beside the garden pool"

"The range of hotel features is impressive: two outdoor pools, including one on the rooftop, a small spa, and a variety of dining options"

"The rooftop pool has an outdoor bar (June to September), an adjacent Jacuzzi, and tables and chairs to better enjoy the views, but guests can also enjoy the larger (unheated) pool on the ground floor, where another in-house bar and restaurant await"

"In the state-of-the-art basement convention area, there’s a small gym and spa (we love the 75-minute Stop Jet Lag hot oil massage) and a secret rooftop swimming pool (adults only, heated year-round) and a bar that serves light snacks and drinks through the summer"

"With plenty of facilities and two pools, there’s lots to do, but bear in mind you’ll need to take a bus or a cab to get to the centre of town easily"

"The best views take in the marina from Superior Sea View rooms on high floors, but rooms facing the city streets through soundproofed windows or the pool courtyard are equally entertaining"

"There's a second swimming pool at the base of the winged towers in the courtyard"