6 Intriguing Insights of the Hotel Alhambra Palace
Situated in the romantic city of Granada, the Hotel Alhambra Palace offers its guests an amazing experience like no other. Nestled amongst the Sierra Nevada mountains, the town is abundant with medieval architecture and traditions. Here are some intriguing insights to the Hotel.
The Hotel’s Conception
More than a century ago, an idealistic and romantic man fell in love with the fascinating city of Granada and decided to build The Hotel Casino Alhambra Palace. This man was the Duke of San Pedro de Galatino. Said to be a visionary, the Duke foresaw the importance of tourism on the area. Since its conception in 1910, the hotel continues to be a symbol of intrigue, luxury and elegance.
The Duke of San Pedro de Galatino
Overlooking the city of Granada, located on the top of the hill and situated in the heart of the Alhambra. Since 1910 the hotel has been a symbol of luxury, pleasure, elegance and hospitality at the highest level.
Building works of the Hotel Alhambra Palace
Unique Style & Tradition
The design of the Hotel Alhambra Palace was inspired by the beautiful Nasrid palace, demonstrating the peak of Muslim art in Europe.
The Hotel’s interior shows great attention to detail. The neo-Moorish style flourishes with splashes of mirrors, mosaics, muqarnas and arches. Decoration and light flood the space creating a delicate perception of shapes and essence.
Beautiful Arabic designs of the Hotel’s interior
Intimate Performances
Intriguingly, the heart of the Hotel has been transformed into an intimate theatre: El Teatrillo, The “Little Theatre”. Take the small staircase down to where the old Casino once stood to find this hidden gem. It’s size makes it perfect for chamber music, solo recitals, and small performances.
El Teatrillo in the heart of the Hotel where intimate performances can be had
The home of Artists
Granada itself has captured the hearts of many artists. Inspired by their visit, great minds have demonstrated their love for the city through music, dance, art, and literature. Amongst those who have called Granada home include Matisse, Ernest Hemingway, Alejandro Dumas, Manuel de Falla and Federico García Lorc.
Many famous have been through the Hotel’s doors. Here, a portrait of Doña Fernanda de Salabert y Arteaga, Dowager Duchess of San Pedro de Galatino and Marchioness of Valdeomos
Through the Ages
When the Duke passed away he left the hotel to the Duchess, Mrs. Fernanda De Salabert Y Arteaga. As war broke out the Duchess donated the premises and it became a field hospital for three years. In order to save the building from aerial bombing attacks, several red crosses were painting on the roofing.
Red crosses are painted on the roofing to avoid bombing during the Civil War
Once Civil War ceased in 1942, the Hotel was then reopened and became the legendary hotel it is today.
Hospitality at the highest level
In the 80’s, the heirs of the Duke of San Pedro de Galatino took over the management of the hotel. Today, the Hotel Alhambra Palace is the pinnacle for luxury tourism on an international level. Since it’s reopening, many aristocrats, royalty and artists from all over the world continue to visit.
A room at the Hotel Alhambra Palace today
