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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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Checking In…Only YOU Boutique Hotel, Madrid (Spain)

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This 4-star boutique hotel is housed in a 19th C. palace that has been fully restored by well-known Spanish interior designer Lázaro Rosa-Violán, who has created a unique and chic décor that combines modern elements with traditional British colonial design. Guests will enjoy an atmosphere that is sophisticated and cosmopolitan with a warm and comfortable ambiance. The walls of the lobby feature beautifully painted tiles in a blue and white motif. At the core of the building is an atrium that rises through the center and creates a light, airy and tranquil oasis.

Located in the vibrant Chueca neighborhood, one of Madrid’s trendiest areas, the hotel is surrounded by cafes, restaurants and boutiques. The Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza and Reina Sofia museums are just a short walk away. Just off the lobby there is an outpost of the popular gluten free bakery, Celicioso.

  • Address: Calle del Barquillo, 21
  • 10-15 minute walk to the Prado Museum, Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Retiro Park
  • 15-20 minute walk to the Reina Sofia Museum, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor
  • 15-20 minute walk or 15 minutes by taxi to the Royal Palace, Opera House, Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales, Panteón de Goya (Goya’s tomb)
  • 15 minutes by taxi to the Lázaro Galdiano Museum and Sorolla Museum
  • Metro Station: Chueca – 3 minute walk
  • Train Station: 15 minutes by taxi (2.5 km – Atocha)
  • Airport: 25 minutes by taxi (15 km)

All rooms with private bath, air conditioning, individual temperature control, telephone, Wi-Fi (complimentary), hair dryer, hair straightener, magnifying mirror, robes & slippers, jewelry box, audio system (iPod, iPhone, MP3 and radio), 42 inch flat panel TV, smart phone (complimentary service for domestic calls and internet access,), minibar, room safe

  • 4 Elevators
  • Wheelchair access to hotel
  • Room Service (24 hours)
  • Restaurante YOUnique
  • Bar El Padrino
  • Meeting Facilities to 85 ~ Audiovisual equipment
  • Wi-Fi available in public areas (complimentary)
  • Fitness Center
  • Reception (24 hours)
  • Early Check-In – complimentary with advance notice of arrival info
  • Check-out time based upon arrival time
  • Laundry & Dry Cleaning Service (24 hours)
  • Parking nearby (at public garage, extra charge)
  • 125 guest rooms (5 floors)
  • Deluxe: A standard hotel room, interior location; approx. 22 m2 (most are 2 guest maximum; only 3 can accommodate 3 guests)
  • Premium: A standard hotel room, exterior location with balcony; approx. 26 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Junior Suite: A larger room with sitting area; some have door separating the two areas; approx. 30 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Only You Secret: Junior suite approx. 30 m2 with a terrace that is approx. 30m2 – only 2 of this type (2 guest maximum)
  • Only You Moments: Larger loft style room with sloping ceiling; approx. 50 m2 – only 1 of this type (2 guest maximum)
  • Only You Club Suite: Large duplex suite located on the top floor with a terrace on each level; bathroom has a tub and separate shower stall; approx. 64 m2 of living space plus 40 m2 of terraces – only 1 of this type (3 guest maximum)
  • Most rooms have King bed; only 6 rooms available with Twin beds in Deluxe and Premium categories
  • Hotel offers some: Connecting rooms (Deluxe to Deluxe and Deluxe to Premium), handicap rooms (Deluxe category)
  • Only unit with a bathtub is the Only You Club Suite; all other rooms only have a shower stall
  • Rooms are non-smoking; smoking is permitted on balconies

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