Hospes Palacio de los Patos
Hotel · Albaicín
C. Solarillo de Gracia, 1, Centro, 18002 Granada, Spain
Highlights
Luxurious hotel blends 19th-century palace with modern design.
C. Solarillo de Gracia, 1, Centro, 18002 Granada, Spain Get directions
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Luxurious hotel blends 19th-century palace with modern design.
C. Solarillo de Gracia, 1, Centro, 18002 Granada, Spain Get directions
$$
"Hospes Palacio de los Patos is a 19th-century palace turned modern retreat located in the heart of Granada. Guests can unwind in stately rooms with soaring ceilings and royal-ready beds, relax in the Bodyna Spa, or dine on local dishes — including plenty of tapas — on its outdoor terrace." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"Somewhere in the middle ground between history worship and idol-smashing avant-gardism lies a place like the Palacio de los Patos. In frontal view, it’s a 19th-century palace, utterly authentic, marble staircase and all; behind this, though, stands a brand-new modern addition — not the sort of dismal annex that mars an otherwise gorgeous historic hotel, but a stunning and urbane piece of modern-luxe hotel design." - MICHELIN Guide
"With the 2006 opening of the dual identity 42 room Palacio de los Patos in the heart of the city, Granada moves beyond its Alahambra-centric reputation and shows the world what an interesting city it is aside from all things Moorish. The Palacio, a winsome turn of the century villa on a busy intersection and an edgy annex with a curtain façade of marble squares hung on stainless steel wire, is a superb choice for anyone who doesn’t want to channel Washington Irving (Conquest of Granada, 1829; Alahambra, 1832), since the story it tells is that of edgy, boldly innovative modern Spain. Though the center city location is a little noisy, all of Spain is a little noisy, and it’s a treat to take a dip in the indoor pool, steep in the sauna, have a massage or sit in the gardens after a long day’s touring. Aside from wall-mounted Sony flat-screen TVs, the signature of rooms in the annex—more fun than the retro ones in the main villa—are their marble sinks and marble bath tubs, which are found in a spacious wet room with a slate floor that also has a pie-plate shower. Senzone, the hotel’s restaurant has immediately become the best table in town, and the dish not to miss is the rack of suckling pig served with apple puree and green-pepper stuffed potatoes. Aside from making a major design statement, what’s really memorable here is the friendly, sincere, fun attitude of the delightful young staff."
"Set in a 19th-century palace, 650 metres from Granada Cathedral, this beautiful luxury hotel offers a spa. The UNESCO-protected building features a garden with Arabian-style fountains. The elegant rooms at Palacio de los Patos have a contemporary design, while conserving the original décor of this historic property. All air-conditioned rooms have flat-screen satellite TV and wooden floors. There is a safe and minibar, and the private bathroom comes with a hairdryer, bathrobe and slippers. Wi-Fi is offered for a supplement. The hotel spa includes a sauna, Turkish bath and indoor pool. Massage and various beauty treatments are available. The hotel’s Senzone Restaurant serves healthy cuisine, using only fresh ingredients. There is a bar and room service is available. You can hire a car from the 24-hour reception, and on-site parking can be reserved for an extra charge." - My Boutique Hotel (en)
"Granada is full of charming Moorish-style hotels set around pretty courtyards in the Albaicin. But if you want something more à la mode, head down busy Calle Recogidas to the Hospes Palacio de los Patos. Away from the tourists but still only 10 minutes from the Cathedral and 15 from Plaza Nueva, this stunning 19th-century mansion looks from the outside like a very grand private residence (which indeed it used to be: the Dutch consul once lived here). But step into the patio, and a dazzlingly contemporary glass-and-alabaster wing sets it off like the Louvre with its pyramid.Inside, it's the same bold mixture. The Palacio's gracious marble staircase, trompe l'oeil ceilings, rose windows and tall wooden shutters (all beautifully restored) are the backdrop for some sharp 21st-century styling in the bedrooms (monochrome rugs, funky lighting, designer chaise-longues). In the New Wing, created by Catalan design guru Xavier Claramunt, it's so cool, it's almost clinical. Linking it all together is a maze of bright white corridors, while the communal areas are split between the 2 parts: beneath one of them a state-of-the-art spa offers a spoiling range of massages and treatments. All in all, it’s a brave blend of elegant and edgy – and it works. Highs The bold juxtaposition of architectural styles has won accolades from travel and architecture publications alikeExcellent classically Spanish food (try the paella), a buffet extravaganza at breakfast, and utterly charming waitersUnderground Bodyna spa with indulgent treatments, a small swimming pool, a sauna and a JacuzziWe loved the high ceilings and enormous bathroom in our Palacio room – very romantic and spoilingThe beautifully lit outdoor terrace is the place to see and be seen on warm Granada nights Lows It isn’t in the prettiest neighbourhood of Granada, but it is convenient from the motorway and only a 10 minute walk to more interesting areasThe street can be noisy, but the clever double-window design ensures a quiet nights’ sleepThe subterranean corridors are a bit maze-likeThe hotel car park is expensive, but this is standard for GranadaWe're not fans of their colour-coded system to indicate your in-room privacy preference" - Liz Simpson
