Hong Kong, 10 October 2011 – Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona is delighted to launch a Family Package that includes children’s’ toys and amenities, special entry to some of the city’s top attractions, babysitting services, complimentary breakfast and more.

The Family Package begins at EUR 455 per night, and aims to ensure that younger fans are catered to in a fun and interesting way. From the welcome toy at check-in, to specially equipped child friendly rooms that come complete with large chocolate chip cookies, a children’s Mini Bar, a selection of complimentary comic and colouring books, and refreshing, coloured soaps. Families can opt for connecting rooms on request, and additional cots, cradles and pushchairs for toddlers are also available to suit families of various sizes and ages. The hotel even provides a unique babysitting experience to ensure a relaxing bedtime.

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel’s all day dining restaurant, Blanc, which features a splendid selection of Spanish cheeses, cold cuts, tropical fruits, chocolate pastries and Catalonian jams, families can explore the many sights of Barcelona. The package includes reduced rates at the best of the city’s family attractions, such as the famous Port Aventura Fun Park, Barcelona Aquarium, the irresistible Chocolate Museum and the Poble Espanyol - a cultural park that takes guests on an interesting trip through the history and culture of Spain through colourful folkloric dances, music and art exhibitions.

When families return to the hotel at the end of an eventful day, the hotel will be delighted to arrange complimentary babysitting services. Guests can request the hotel’s babysitter to take care of the children, allowing parents to have some well-deserved time to relax with one of the many soothing treatments available at The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona.

Rates for the Family Package start from EUR 455 and include*:

• One night’s accommodation in a Deluxe Boulevard
• Welcome children’s toy at check-in
• Special kids’ in-room amenities: special mini bar for children, comic books, colouring books, chocolate cookies and candy box
• Complimentary 2 hours babysitting service
• Complimentary breakfast for all children under 12 years
• Special discount entry for the Barcelona Chocolate Museum, Port Aventura, Barcelona Aquarium, Poble Espanyol and Cosmo Caixa
• Special discount at The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona for parents
• Complimentary cots, cradles and prams available on request
• Childproof  systems, such as plug and window protectors available in room on request
*Valid year-round. Rooms are subject to availability. Other Terms & Conditions Apply.

Room reservations can be made by contacting the hotel directly on +34 93 151 88 88 or through www.mandarinoriental.com/barcelona.

About Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona

Mandarin Oriental group’s first hotel in southern Europe; Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona is an elegant, contemporary establishment in the heart of the avant-garde city’s celebrated Passeig de Gràcia. Located in a renovated mid-20th century building, 98-room Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona, offers exceptional Mandarin Oriental services and facilities within an exquisite interior created by world renowned Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola.