Marriott has opened the Renaissance Barcelona Hotel, located just steps away from the Paseo de Gracia, one of the premier shopping and architectural districts of Barcelona. The hotel, formerly known as The Diplomatic Hotel, reopened as the Renaissance Barcelona Hotel following total renovation. The hotel is centrally located near popular tourist attractions including the famed Hotel Gaudí, where guests can see first hand the fascinating architecture of Palau Güell. Other historic landmarks just minutes from the hotel include Plaza Catalunya, Las Ramblas, Boquería market and Barrio Gótico – the city’s Gothic Quarter. The Renaissance Barcelona Hotel\'s 211 guestrooms are appointed with signature room amenities including iPod docking stations and flat screen televisions. Views of the Barcelona skyline can be taken in at La Terrassa, the hotel’s sun-drenched roof top bar and lounge featuring flowing waterfalls, while tantalizing dining options include the CRU Steak House and cosmopolitan CUIT Bar and Lounge. Other highlights include a 24-hour fitness center, business center and seven unique facilities for meetings and events, each outfitted with modern technical and AV equipment. Barcelona is truly a city to be discovered with the senses, and the innovative Navigator by Renaissance program helps guests to share in the city’s hidden gems and best-kept secrets. Focused on creating experiences, the Navigators at the Renaissance Barcelona Hotel are on hand to provide guests with authentic, handpicked spots to eat, drink, see and shop.