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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.

For more information, pricing and reservations, contact us – click here.

Checking In…Amàre Ibiza Hotel (Spain)

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This modern 4-star hotel is located on the beach on the beautiful Bou Cove in Ibiza, just minutes from Sant Antoni de Portmany, the island’s renowned center of leisure and nightlife. It is the newest Amare hotel to open, and follows on the heels of the brand’s success with its sister property on the Costa del Sol, the Amare Marbella. The Amare Ibiza is an Adults Only hotel that welcomes guests 16 and older. With its beachfront location, direct access to a dock, and chic Belvue Rooftop Bar, the Amare Ibiza is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the vibe of this beautiful Mediterranean island.

  • Address: Carrer La Rioja, 9 – Sant Josep de sa Talaia
  • 4 km from Sant Antoni de Portmany, known for its lively nightlife and natural harbor
  • 20 km from the charming Dalt Vila (old town) and Cathedral
  • Bus Station: 4 km (Sant Antoni)
  • Airport: 20 minutes by taxi (18 km)

All rooms with private bath, air conditioning, direct dial telephone, WiFi (complimentary), flat panel satellite TV, music, minibar, kettle, room safe

  • 2 Elevators
  • Concierge
  • Room Service (8:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.)
  • Restaurant “Mare Nostrum”
  • Amare Beach Club Restaurants – beach & poolside (lunch & dinner)
  • Belvue Rooftop Bar
  • WiFi throughout the hotel (complimentary)
  • Swimming Pools (2 outdoor) & Lounge
  • Amare Fitness by Technogym & Yoga classes
  • Wellness Services (massage, facial & body treatments)
  • Reception (24 hours)
  • Laundry & Dry Cleaning Service
  • Car Rental
  • Parking nearby (extra charge)
  • 366 guest rooms (6 floors)
  • I Was Here: Room with a Queen, King or Twin beds and terrace; approx. 16 – 27 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Make It Happen: Room with partial sea view, Queen, King or Twin beds and terrace; approx. 20 – 27 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Keep the Secret: Room with pool or sea view, King or Twin beds and terrace; approx. 23 – 26 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Oh La La: Room with sea view, King or Twin beds and terrace; approx. 22 – 27 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Make It Happen “The One”: Room with sea view, Queen, King or Twin beds, terrace, and access to The One, a private lounge that offers snacks and drinks; approx. 23 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Keep the Secret “The One”: Room with pool or sea view, King or Twin beds, terrace and access to The One, a private lounge that offers snacks and drinks; approx. 22 – 24 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Oh La La “The One”: Room with sea view, King or Twin beds, terrace and access to The One, a private lounge that offers snacks and drinks; approx. 22 – 24 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Dolce Vita “The One”: Junior suite with sea view, a bedroom with a King or Twin beds, separate living room, and larger terrace with sea views.; approx. 49 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Rooms in “The One” category have access to a large private lounge with direct sea views, drinks and snacks served from 12 pm to 8 pm; rooms have a Nespresso machine, robe & slippers
  • Most rooms have a terrace and over 80% have a sea view
  • Most rooms have a shower stall (no bathtub); only some rooms in the Dolce Vita category have a bathtub
  • Hotel offers some Handicap rooms (9 in I Was Here category)
  • Adults Only hotel (guests 16 years old and older)

For more information, pricing and reservations, contact us – click here.

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, 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, click here.

For assistance with your travel plans, including hotel and private tour reservations, click here.