Barceló Hotel Group

Barceló Hotel Group is a leading global hospitality company renowned for its diverse portfolio of urban hotels and luxury resorts. The brand originated in Spain during the 1930s, initially starting as a transport company before expanding into travel services and eventually hotel management. Today, it operates across four distinct brands: Royal Hideaway Luxury Hotels & Resorts, Barceló Hotels & Resorts, Occidental Hotels & Resorts, and Allegro Hotels.

The group maintains a significant presence in Europe, Latin America, and Africa, with a heavy emphasis on vacation destinations in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Pacific coasts. Its operations are managed centrally from Spain, but the physical service is provided in nearly 25 countries. The company remains a family-owned enterprise, retaining its historical roots while continuing to expand through acquisitions and management contracts worldwide.