Madrid's The Palace joins Marriott's The Luxury Collection portfolio: reservations open
After 2 years of restoration and renovation, The Palace in Madrid officially joins the [...]
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After 2 years under the banner of restoration and of the restructuring, the The Palace of Madrid officially joins the portfolio of The Luxury Collection by Marriott. The hotel, Formerly The Westin Palace in Madrid, now takes on a new identity, which blends its rich historical heritage with innovative design and unique luxury.
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The Palace, located in the heart of the Barrio de Las Letras in Madrid, is within walking distance of some of the Spanish capital's most important cultural attractions, such as the Prado Museum, the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Retiro Park, and Plaza Mayor, just to name a few.
As for the renovation, the restoration of the hotel facade brought back the original splendor dating back to the distant 1912, year of construction of the building. Not only that: the glass and iron dome-designed in '12 by Eduardo Ferrés i Puig and made by master glassmakers Maumejean-was also restored, consisting of 1,875 glass panels. The interior design, then, was taken care of by the Lázaro Rosa-Violán Studio, who skillfully combined classical and contemporary styles.
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The facility counts, in total, 470 rooms - including several suites-whose designs pay homage to the classic elegance and spirit of Madrid's past and present. For example, hand-painted wallpapers are inspired by the landscapes of Retiro Park, while mosaics in the bathrooms depict an aerial view of the Royal Botanical Gardens. Marble fireplaces, Mid-Century-style chandeliers, and fine fabrics, then, give the rooms a distinct, residential feel.
Guests have a restaurant at their disposal, the Cúpula. La Cúpula's gastronomic offerings mix culinary traditions and a modern approach to recipes. Distinctive dishes, prepared with local ingredients, are inspired by the hotel's historic guests, including Pablo Picasso's Waldorf Salad and Julio Camba's Steak Tartare.
Another very distinctive space in the hotel is the former Museum Bar, now renamed the 27 Club in homage to the Generación 1927 poets who frequented it. The menu is inspired by classics from the pre-Prohibition and Prohibition eras, obviously reinterpreted with a contemporary approach. Among the most beloved drinks are the 1912 John Collins, the 1927 Whisky Sour, an Old School (a reinterpretation of the classic Old Fashioned), the exotic Caribbean Cocktail Champagne, and the refined Negroni, Un Americano en el Prado.
It is already possible to book at The Palace in Madrid: rates start from $594.00 per night; currently, Marriott-through its site-does not allow award nights to be redeemed at this facility.
