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Checking In….Alhambra Palace Hotel, Granada (Spain)

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Inaugurated by His Majesty the King Alfonso XIII, this historic 5-star Moorish castle-style hotel was built in 1910 and is located on the hill of the Alhambra, just outside of the ancient walls of Spain’s most visited monument. From its hilltop position guests can enjoy the panoramic views of the Alhambra, the city of Granada, and the Sierra Nevada mountains.

  • Address: Plaza Arquitecto García de Paredes, 1
  • 10 minute walk to the Alhambra (14th C. Moorish palace) and the Generalife (summer palace & garden retreat)
  • 5 minutes by taxi to the city center
  • In the city center, visit the Capilla Real (Royal Chapel), Cathedral (16th C.), Albaicín (old Moorish quarter), Archeology Museum, the Sacromonte
  • Train Station: 20 minutes by taxi (8 km)
  • Airport: 30 minutes by taxi (27 km)

All rooms with private bath, air conditioning, direct dial telephone, Internet access & WiFi (extra charge), hair dryer, flat panel TV, music, minibar, room safe

  • Room Service (24 hours)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Theater
  • Meeting Facilities to 250 ~ Audiovisual equipment
  • Reception (24 hours)
  • Laundry & Dry Cleaning Service
  • Parking nearby (extra charge)
  • 108 guest rooms (7 floors)
  • Classic Exterior View: A standard hotel room with a Queen or Twin beds, some with balcony; approx. 20 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Classic City View: A standard hotel room with a Queen or Twin beds and guaranteed city view, some with balcony; approx. 20 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Deluxe Superior: A larger room with a contemporary decor, Twin beds, hardwood floors, freestanding tub, and marble bathroom with separate shower stall. Rooms face the Alhambra forest; approx. 35 m2 – only 6 of this type (2 guest maximum)
  • Junior Suite: A suite with separate living room and bedroom with a King or Twin beds, all with city views; approx. 40 m2 (4 guest maximum)
  • 2 Bedroom Suite: Spacious, contemporary-style suite located on the 4th floor, with either city or Alhambra forest views. The suites have 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a living room. One suite has a bedroom with a King bed and the other with Twin beds, the other 3 suites have Twin beds in both bedrooms; approx. 72 m2. – only 4 of this type; 3 have a terrace (4 guest maximum)

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Checking In…Hospes Palacio de Arenales & Spa, Cáceres (Spain)

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The Hospes Palacio de Arenales & Spa Hotel is a 5-star hotel located just 10 minutes outside of the historic town of Cáceres, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Housed in a building from the 17th C., the hotel once served as the summer residence of the Golfín family, an important aristocratic family that hosted the Catholic Monarchs in their 15th C. palace in the city center during their visits to Cáceres.

Set in a peaceful location just outside of town and surrounded by hundreds of olive trees with 81 stork nests, the Palacio de Arenales is a tranquil oasis where guests can relax and enjoy treatments at the spa, and explore the beauty of Cáceres and the other historical towns in the Extremadura region, including Trujillo, Plasencia and Mérida.

The hotel has 46 rooms decorated in a modern decor, all with exterior views. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, free WiFi, hair dryer, LCD TV and room safe. Dreamer and Deluxe rooms range in size from 20 m2 to 40 m2, and suites (Junior Suite, Suite and Presidential Suite) range in size from 40 m2 to 80 m2. Dreamer rooms have a maximum capacity of 2, some Deluxe rooms and Junior Suites can accommodate up to 3, and other suites can accommodate up to 4. The hotel also has an outdoor pool, health club, sauna, and outdoor parking.

Las Corchuelas Restaurant serves traditional cuisine from Extremadura. There is also a Bar/Lounge, and a bar on the summer terrace that serves tapas, beverages and light snacks.

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Announcing New Madrid Hotels…Now Offering the Only YOU Boutique Hotel and Only You Atocha Hotel

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We are excited to announce that we are now offering the Only YOU Hotels in Madrid!

The Only YOU Boutique Hotel is a 4-star hotel that has gathered quite a bit of buzz since it opened in the ultra-trendy Chueca neighborhood. Surrounded by cafes, restaurants and boutiques in a vibrant area, the hotel is just a short walk away from Madrid’s “Golden Triangle of Art” that includes the Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza and Reina Sofia museums, and the Retiro Park.

The hotel was once a 19th C. palace that has been fully restored in a style that combines modern and British colonial designs that were created by famed interior designer Lázaro Rosa-Violán. The building’s original splendor can be appreciated in the details of the restoration, including the interior courtyard that rises through the central core of the building, wood-paneled walls, and beautifully tiled walls.

The hotel’s guest rooms are modern, stylish and cozy. The building’s former library has been transformed into El Padrino, a welcoming bar that serves artisan beers, fine wines, cocktails and gourmet food selections. YOUnique Restaurant serves cuisine inspired by the island of Ibiza, with an atmosphere that will make you feel like you’re in your own little corner of the Mediterranean in the middle of Madrid. There is also an outpost of the popular gluten free bakery, Celicioso, located just off the lobby.

For more information on the Only YOU Boutique Hotel and to make reservations, click here.

Only YOU Atocha Hotel, inaugurated at the end of October 2016, is the newly opened 4-star hotel located adjacent to the Atocha train station and just a short walk from the Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza and Reina Sofia museums, the Royal Botanical Garden, and the Retiro Park. Interior designer Lázaro Rosa-Violán was once again called upon to bring new life to a traditional 19th C. building. The classic wrought iron balconies of the facade were restored and the building was completely gutted to convert it into the urban style hotel it is today.

The hotel’s guest rooms combine industrial and Mediterranean styles that create a comfortable ambiance. The exposed brick walls and wide-plank wood floors evoke the atmosphere of a Soho loft in an otherwise traditional building. There are several dining options to choose from, including Trotamundos by Spoonik, which serves an eclectic menu, described as “a trip from Latin America to Asia through Spain”, along with a full offering of cocktails and wine in a relaxed atmosphere. The Bakery by Mama Framboise offers sweet creations, coffee, quiches and sandwiches from a famous pastry chef. The YOUniverse restaurant on the 7th floor is a trendy terrace and gathering spot to enjoy the city views while sipping a drink and listening to music from the DJ.

For more information on the Only YOU Atocha Hotel and to make reservations, click here.

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