Iberian Property > News > Hotels The Palace Barcelona becomes property of the Algerian State The iconic five-star hotel, formerly known as the Ritz, was transferred to Algeria’s National Investment Fund following the fall of businessman Ali Haddad. Alexandre Lima | 29/10/2025 The Palace Barcelona. Image by: Booking. Exclusive Content NOT A SUBSCRIBER YET? SUBSCRIBE HERE >> Already a subscriber? LOGIN HERE >> Related news: Hotels Madrid leads European hotel expansion ranking, with Barcelona in the top five 12 November 2026 Hotels Calena Partners acquires THB Bamboo Alcudia hotel in Mallorca 05 November 2026