This December, Pulitzer Barcelona mixes design, sustainability and good music in its own version of a Christmas story. The setting? A boutique hotel that has been setting trends in Barcelona for 20 years.
If the walls of the Pulitzer Barcelona could talk, they would surely tell you stories of travelers who came looking for comfort and design and took away indelible memories. This year, the hotel celebrates its 20th anniversary and Christmas with A Pulitzer Christmas Story: four chapters full of art, workshops and music that transform the concept of “festive season” into something worthy of Instagram (and your heart, but without cheesiness).
This tale doesn't have reindeer or sleighs, but it does have a tree that looks like something out of a museum, cocktails that smell like winter, and a schedule so cool it makes staying home seem like a crime. It all happens in December, so save the date and get ready to become the protagonist of an experience that mixes creativity, design and a little bit of magic.
Chapter 1: The most original Christmas tree in the city
The Pulitzer Barcelona's Christmas tree is not just any tree. This year, under the creative direction of Alba Galocha, the hotel lobby becomes an authentic artistic spectacle that fuses tradition and modernity. Alba, known for her talent as a model and artist, has designed a unique installation where every detail tells a story through a tangle of cotton threads that symbolize connections and elements that celebrate two decades of shared moments in this place.
This trees a tribute to the art of creating and preserving memories. Every visitor, guest or curious, can approach to contemplate it and find in its design an invitation to reflect on how we build our own stories during the holidays. Moreover, the installation is not only meant to be admired. It's an experience that envelops you from the moment you enter the lobby, as if it holds the stories of everyone who has passed through the Pulitzer over the past 20 years.
If you visit the hotel this December, be sure to take a moment to see it in person. It won't be just another Christmas tree on your Instagram photo list; it will be the start of your own chapter in this unique holiday tale.
Chapter 2: Live Art and Unique Postcards
Have you ever witnessed how an artist turns a canvas into magic? Well, in the second chapter, Saray Luis Martín will be in charge of painting the hotel's Christmas cards live. And we're not talking about just any postcards: these are the kind of memories that won't end up forgotten in a drawer.
While Saray works, you can enjoy the show with a cocktail in one hand, because, let's face it, everything is better with a Smoked Old Fashioned in the other. This experience isn't just for guests; anyone curious enough to pass through the lobby can feel the art blend into the Pulitzer's unique ambiance.
Chapter 3: Stylish DIY ornaments
For those who are in the Christmas spirit and want to get their hands dirty (without losing glamour), the third chapter brings a DIY workshop led by Pía Callis. Here you won't find glitter or cheap glue: we're talking about sustainable materials and techniques that will put your creativity to the test. The bonus? You get your own personalized Christmas ball and a holiday cocktail to celebrate your newfound skills.
This plan is perfect if you want to impress your friends with details that don't come from the typical store. Plus, it all happens in the cozy surroundings of the lobby, the perfect place to be this holiday season.
Chapter 4: Music, cocktails and good vibes
Lobby Sessions are the lifeblood of the Pulitzer and, obviously, could not be missing from this celebration. This December, three local artists will fill the hotel with music, from DJ sets to intimate performances with guitar and piano. The combination is simple but effective: good music, signature cocktails and an audience ready to enjoy every chord.
Our advice? Arrive early, order a cocktail, and let Synthetic Flower, Cesc Sansalvado or Gessamí Boada take care of the rest. Each session has a different style, but they all promise to make you forget about the cold and concentrate on the moment.
Pulitzer Barcelona: where the best stories are written
Not all hotels have the privilege of becoming symbols of their city, but Pulitzer Barcelona has achieved it. For 20 years, it has been more than a place to sleep: it is a space where design, culture and hospitality meet to create something unique. And this Christmas, with A Pulitzer Christmas Story, it invites you to be part of its legacy. See you in the lobby?
