Casa Camper, Barcelona
Barcelona’s original lifestyle hotel where bold design, generous hospitality, and creative energy still set the standard.
Why DNA Hotels Loves It
● One of the world’s first true lifestyle hotels, created by Camper with design, sustainability, and authenticity at its core.
● Clever, unconventional rooms that separate sleeping and living spaces for a genuinely different hotel experience.
● A relaxed, creative atmosphere complemented by the legendary complimentary Tentempié buffet and Michelin-starred dining.
Barcelona’s Original Creative Hotel
Long before “lifestyle hotel” became one of hospitality’s favorite buzzwords, Casa Camper quietly demonstrated what the concept could truly be. Opened by the Mallorcan footwear brand Camper in Barcelona’s vibrant Raval district, the hotel combined thoughtful design, genuine hospitality, sustainability, and human warmth in a way that still feels remarkably relevant today. Its location perfectly reflects that philosophy. Raval remains one of Barcelona’s most dynamic neighborhoods—creative, multicultural, and constantly evolving. Positioned between Las Ramblas and MACBA, Casa Camper attracts architects, designers, artists, and curious travelers who value personality over polished convention.
Design with a Distinct Point of View
Created together with Catalan designer Ferran Amat and graphic designer América Sánchez, Casa Camper immediately feels unmistakably connected to the Camper universe. Bold reds, crisp whites, deep blacks, playful typography, and graphic interventions create an identity that is confident without becoming overwhelming. Beneath that visual playfulness lies a surprisingly calm and highly functional interior. Minimalist furnishings, Shaker-inspired simplicity, restrained lighting, and carefully considered proportions create spaces that balance urban creativity with almost monastic tranquility. The result is quirky without ever feeling forced.
Rooms Designed for Real Living
Casa Camper’s guestrooms remain one of the hotel’s most distinctive ideas. Many accommodations separate the bedroom from a private lounge located directly across the corridor. Equipped with a sofa, desk, hammock, balcony, and additional living space, the concept creates a rare distinction between sleeping, working, and relaxing. Other rooms offer integrated open-plan layouts overlooking the hotel’s lush vertical garden, bringing unexpected greenery into the middle of the city. Throughout the hotel, bathrooms continue the minimalist approach with generous rain showers, eco-friendly amenities, and practical elegance rather than unnecessary luxury.
Hospitality Without Formality
The hotel’s greatest luxury isn’t found in marble finishes or extravagant facilities, but in generosity. Casa Camper’s famous complimentary 24-hour Tentempié buffet has become one of its defining features, offering guests fresh sandwiches, salads, soups, fruit, pastries, coffee, tea, and soft drinks throughout the day and night. Upstairs, the rooftop terrace continues the relaxed atmosphere with an honesty bar, comfortable seating, and open views across Barcelona’s rooftops. The service follows the same philosophy: warm, intuitive, and refreshingly genuine, creating an atmosphere that encourages guests to return time and again.
A Culinary Landmark
Casa Camper has long been recognised as one of Barcelona’s most interesting culinary addresses. The hotel houses the Michelin-starred Dos Palillos, where chef Albert Raurich combines Japanese techniques with Spanish tapas in one of the city’s most original dining experiences. For a more relaxed evening, Dos Billares pairs cocktails, jazz, and billiards in a lively setting that attracts both locals and hotel guests, reinforcing Casa Camper’s role as a neighbourhood gathering place rather than simply somewhere to spend the night.
The Last Word
Casa Camper remains one of Barcelona’s most enduring design hotels because it has never tried to follow trends. Its bold identity, intelligent design, generous hospitality, and authentic atmosphere feel every bit as refreshing today as when it first opened. For travelers seeking creativity, comfort, and genuine character instead of conventional luxury, Casa Camper remains one of the city’s most rewarding places to stay.
