Hospes Palau De La Mar - Valencia

Location.

The boutique hotel Hospes Palau de la Mar is located in the centre of Valencia, Spain, next door to the Turia Gardens and within 500 metres of the historic old town.

Hotel Features.

Situated in the desirable neighbourhood of Eixample Noble, the five-storey Hospes Palau de la Mar brings monotone minimalism to a listed 19th-century townhouse. Guests have complimentary access to the wellness centre's indoor pool and fitness room. Other amenities include a sauna, Turkish bath and treatment rooms offering a range of beauty, massage, and spa services. Guests can relax in the Mediterranean garden in the interior courtyard, or in the lobby with a cup of coffee and complimentary newspapers. Safe-deposit boxes are located at the 24-hour front desk, where multilingual staff can also assist with travel and tourist arrangements. Laundry services can be arranged, and garage parking is available on site.

The sharp lines and contemporary decor extends to the hotel's restaurant, Senzone, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Seasonal menus feature Mediterranean cuisine, such as Fideua, a local noodle dish. Drinks are available from the cocktail bar, overlooking the courtyard, and room service is offered around the clock.

Business amenities include conference rooms with audio-visual equipment and wireless Internet access.

Guestrooms.

The 66 air-conditioned guestrooms have stark, black-and-white decor with sharp lines, walk-in closets, and contemporary furniture. All are equipped with flatscreen televisions with satellite channels, complimentary wireless Internet access, cordless phones, safes, and minibars with complimentary bottled water. Bathrooms have bidets, double washbasins, and a foldable wall opening onto the sleeping area. Bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary newspapers and toiletries are supplied.

Expert Tip.

The refreshingly icy drink, horchata, is a speciality of Valencia. The horchateria, in the corner of Plaza de la Reina, is the most famous in the city. It also serves delicious fried pastries.