558 Best Hotels in Spain

The architect who owns this 15th-century building transformed it into a hotel so distinctive that he received Spain's National Restoration Award for his preservation of original architectural elements, including barrel-vaulted brickwork, wooden ceilings, and the original pool. Opened in 2012, Casa Morisca is named after the term that was given to the Muslims who stayed on in Granada after the city came under Catholic rule in the late 1400s. Many of these Moriscos were artisans who decorated houses using materials and designs traditional to their culture, such as arches and wooden ceilings. Though the guest rooms aren't large, they have a heady Moorish feel as a result of their wonderful antiques and unique ceilings; some also have views of the Alhambra and Albayzín, and all have minibars and free Wi-Fi. (Even if you don't stay in it, ask for a look at the bridal suite, with its intricately carved and painted wooden ceiling.) 

An urban setting on a local city street overlooking the old town makes this lovely late-16th-century former soap factory a cool escape in a lively destination, with photo-ready views of Palma's winding roads. This intimate hotel is open year-round in the Santa Catalina area, but it places a premium on ambience—which is why you'll see an assortment of colorful characters who choose to vacation here. The airy, rustic guest rooms with wood-beam ceilings are minimally furnished, each in a different style, and bathrooms have Mallorcan-style tiling from head to toe. Pro tip: the room service at Concepció by Nobis is worth a night or two. 

Perched atop the cliff behind the town parador, this tiny hotel in a former 17th-century convent shares the amazing view of another hotel in town, its swish neighbor (La Casa Grande). Though the rooms here are smaller and very slightly cheaper, most have private terraces and all are furnished tastefully with period artwork and sculptures. In addition, guests have the use of a large rooftop terrace on the edge of the cliff. There is no restaurant, but breakfast is available for purchase.

Frank Gehry's post-Guggenheim hotel, presided over by Marriott, looks like an extraterrestrial colony in the middle of one of La Rioja's oldest vineyards. The jumble of pink-and-gold titanium sheets curves around rectilinear sandstone surfaces; inside, guest rooms are streamlined and appointed with designer furniture. Amenities include the winery visitor center, historic cellars, and horseback riding, and golf. There's also a spa featuring grape-based emollients and two award-winning restaurants.

With an unbeatable location on Barcelona's most stylish boulevard—steps from Gaudí's La Pedrera and near the area's swankiest shops—and a stunning rooftop terrace with killer views of the city’s landmarks, this hotel is a near-perfect place to stay. Rooms are in a classical-contemporary palate of white, beige, and dove-gray textiles, set off by ticking stripes or a sky-blue accent wall. The hotel offers "Majestic Experiences" which include exclusive private tours. The Majestic also has 28 apartments in a separate building that offer the same services as the hotel itself.

The Ibizan owners of this hotel bring that island's mix of glamour, energy, and cutting-edge music and design to one of Madrid’s most happening neighborhoods. The Mediterranean-blue palette, interspersed with dashes of colonial style, shows up all over the hotel in studded velvet headboards, floor tiles, and wall art. All 10 room categories boast natural light; the most distinctive among them is the Suiteheart, distinguished by a sloping beamed ceiling and tiled sundeck. Breakfast is à la carte and includes lactose- and gluten-free dishes.

Minimalist industrial design—think polished concrete floors, Edison bulbs, and workbench stools—mixes with eye-popping original art at this independently owned hotel one block north of Gran Vía. What the property lacks in facilities, it makes up for with unexpected perks like rentable bikes, complimentary yoga mats, and MALIN+GOETZ bath amenities. The ground-floor bar specializes in house-macerated spirits.

Part of Hilton’s upscale Curio Collection, the real draw about the Hotel Alexandra are the surprisingly affordable suites with private terraces and Moderniste suites with turn-of-the century Catalan floor tiles. Set in a 19th-century building, the interior design is sleek, with minimalist guest rooms and Priya bath products. The on-site restaurant, Solomillo, serves some of the best steak in town.

Occupying a prime position on Barcelona’s Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, a stone’s throw from Gaudí’s modernist buildings on Passeig de Gràcia, this is a boutique-style hotel wrapped up in supreme luxury. Two 18th and 20th century buildings house refined and polished interiors, oozing gilded Art Deco opulence with a sleek contemporary aesthetic curated by local interior design studio Jaime Beriestain. Rooms are bathed in natural light, fully soundproofed and equipped with the latest technology, including a smartphone and tablet that guests can take with them to aid them in exploring the city, and for making complimentary international calls. Marble bathrooms with gold taps and walk-in rain showers add a level of exclusivity; some rooms have large deep soak tubs.

The Terrace Suite is worth the extra splurge for its additional living room, and its private wood-decked terrace with seating area, outdoor heater and fabulous views.

Downstairs is a spa as well as the high-ceilinged Virens restaurant, which specializes in plant-based cuisine and also serves a range of home-made fermented and sparkling drinks, as an introduction to "green" mixology. Upstairs, there's a huge rooftop terrace with sweeping bird’s-eye views of the city and the perennial La Sagrada Família beyond. A private area for guests features a wading pool and sun loungers.

Antídoto is a breath of fresh air in Toledo's mostly staid hotel scene: expect turquoise beamed ceilings, poured-concrete floors, and designer light fixtures. Some rooms have balconies overlooking a narrow cobblestone street that leads to Plaza de Zocodover.

Ask the staff and they'll tell you that chamarel means a "mixture of colors," and this hotel brimming with charm, built as a grand family home in 1840, is certainly an eccentric blend of styles, cultures, periods, and personalities.

Fresh, ultramodern, Insta-ready design defines the aesthetic at Avanti, a 15-room, adults-only hotel with gleaming blue-and-white rooms and an elegant rooftop bar. The property was built in 1969, making it one of the area's first hotels, but it was recently refurbished and is well maintained. Its restaurant, Rompeolas, is a favorite among guests and nonguests alike (the whole lobster is worth the splurge) and, with its sky-blue beamed ceiling and arched windows, an idyllic spot to have a leisurely meal.

Built to resemble a 19th-century Canarian village—complete with a bell tower, Italianate villas, and leafy courtyards—this sprawling luxury resort takes in eight restaurants, five swimming pools, a 24-hour gym, and two tennis courts. In other words, you could stay here for weeks and never want to leave the premises, especially after seeing the rooms, which exude old-world comfort yet feature modern bells and whistles like Nespresso machines. The grounds empty out onto the (public) Playa del Duque and bustling boardwalk, which comes alive at sunset.

Villas sleeping up to six comprise this private, tranquil luxury hotel with a blue-and-white color palette. All have built-in music systems, barbecues, and private pools; upgraded rooms add tropical gardens, Balinese beds, and hot tubs. Interiors are basic and beachy—white walls, taupe furniture, patterned throw pillows—yet pleasing to the eye. Catamaran and fishing-boat excursions can be arranged through the concierge.    

The Edition hotels are known for their sleek, minimalist design and top-notch food and drink options, and the Barcelona outpost adds a breezy 10th-floor terrace with sweeping views. The sights of El Born, Barri Gòtic, and the Eixample are within walking distance, though the rooftop bar and Punch Room cocktail bar are destinations in their own rights. Combining an unbeatable downtown location, design to die for, and a level of personalized service that is second to none, it's no wonder that The Barcelona EDITION consistently ranks among the Catalan capital's most envy-inducing luxury stays.

Whether you're a solo traveler looking to make friends or a cash-strapped couple (or group of friends) trying to do Madrid on a budget, consider holing up at Bastardo, a designer hostel with communal and private rooms that doubles as a cool-kid hangout. Steps from all the action in Chueca and Malasaña, it has industrial-chic rooms with funky backlighting and exposed brick; upgraded digs add wrap-around balconies. 

A breath of fresh air on Ávila's aging hotel scene, this property strikes a delicate balance between old and new. There are heavy carved-wood doors, beamed ceilings, and weathered exposed brick walls, but also Chromecast-outfitted smart TVs, Nespresso coffeemakers, and plush white linens. Don't miss the chic market-driven restaurant on the ground floor with enormous picture windows.   

The first hotel on the Playa del Inglés is an architectural stunner following a recent renovation: 115 rooms became 67, angular vertical shutters were added to the exterior, and public areas were imbued with zen-inspiring Southeast Asian decor. Today the hotel interiors have Philippe Starck furniture, Balinese beds, and tablet-controlled lights and thermostats; outdoors, there's a botanical garden with 200 tropical species and a water therapy zone with Finnish saunas and ice showers.

Museum-quality art by well-known painters lines the walls of this Bauhaus-inspired design property occupying a colonial palace in the old town. Each of the 20 rooms is uniquely decorated with collectible furniture, and there's a palm-fringed pool that's kept warm year-round. As you tour the public areas surrounding the traditional Canarian patio, don't forget to look up: the traditional astilla (\"splinter\") ceilings, fashioned out of interwoven twigs, are works of art in themselves.

Built in 1811 by a Spanish ship captain, this casa señorial (town house) in the heart of Mahón was lovingly restored by architect and co-owner Fernando Pons as a boutique hotel. The restoration preserved even the original tower and its widow's walk. Rooms have queen-size beds, high ceilings with exposed beams, working fireplaces and wood-burning stoves (a plus in Menorca's blustery winters), original tile floors and antique furniture, ample stall showers, and deep oval tubs. Luxurious extras include robes and slippers, towel warmers, and huge mirrors. Dinner is served from Thursday to Sunday, and the café offers breakfast, brunch, and afternoon tea daily. The best room is No. 1, with a private terrace overlooking the interior patio.