Relais & Châteaux is a world in and of itself, unlike any other. A warm, welcoming, gourmet affair awaits where outstanding quality is coupled with each individual property's passion for their own region and its terroir.
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When you experience Relais & Châteaux, you experience a whole array of sensations. Each of our properties offers the opportunity to enjoy an unparalleled range of sensory experiences, where the beauty of a particular place, the warmth of the hospitality and the quality of the cuisine are in perfect harmony. Scents and tastes, landscapes and colours make every stay a rare and intense experience.
Discover the excellent cuisine served in our properties: traditional or contemporary, it never fails to be wonderfully creative. This creativity is recognised throughout the world, as our Grands Chefs are considered to be the pinnacle of fine dining.
Hotel and restaurant in town (Barcelona) One of the impressive façades of the Neri, tucked away in the heart of the romantic Gothic district, gives onto Sant Felip Neri square, a magical place with its Gothic edifices which house the church where Gaudí used to come to pray every day. This hotel enjoys a superb setting, and was created when, in the 18th century, two mansions merged – one dating from the Middle Ages and built in the 12th century. It boasts a delightful décor, blending period features with ultra-modern design. The chef creates a Mediterranean cuisine with a seasonal menu in this private, welcoming restaurant, with a terrace opening onto Barcelona’s most legendary square. At the top of the building, ‘Roba Estesa’ offers a veritable oasis in the city and is open all day; you can sit and enjoy the views of the Gothic quarter at nightfall, sip a cocktail and try some of the delicious specialities on the superb tapas menu.
Valdepalacios
Hotel and restaurant in the country (Oropesa) Between the Gredos mountains and the majestic Tagus river, this 19th century manor house modestly hides its terracotta facade behind tall cypress trees. The spacious bedrooms offer majestic panoramic views. The six hundred hectare domain has exclusive activities in store such as relaxing in the spa, horse riding, hunting and a golf academy with techniques based on state-of-the-art technology. In the surrounding area you will find attractions like the Guadalupe monastery, the castle of Oropesa and the Yuste abbey. The magnificent Tierra restaurant uses ingredients from its own farm and kitchen garden.
Hotel Orfila
Hotel and restaurant in town (Madrid) In the heart of Madrid, just five minutes from the Museo del Prado, where Hieronymus Bosch’s masterpiece The Garden of Earthly Delights hangs among the paintings of Vélasquez, Titian and Rubens, another garden of delights awaits. The Hotel Orfila, a small palace built in 1886, also has the feel of an art gallery, with its period furniture, feature marble and superb trompe l’œil effects in the green garden courtyard. In the 1920's, the hotel was made famous by the plays staged within its walls. Today, its tearoom and cocktail bar are imbued with English chic and its flowered patio invites you to dine under the stars. This is an ideal place from which to explore Madrid at its own rhythm, step by step.
Hotel & Spa A Quinta da Auga
Hotel and restaurant in town (Santiago de Compostela) A river runs round this 18th century paper mill, which is near a magnificent wood, and has grounds that exude tranquillity. This is a natural, romantic escape within the World Heritage city of Santiago de Compostela, the final destination on the St James Way pilgrimage route, with an amazing historical town centre. The hotel’s restaurant offers regional delights, seafood and meat dishes. The spa is a haven for the senses and pure bliss for the mind and body. Enjoy a wide range of cultural, oenological and sailing activities.
Palacio de Luces
Hotel and restaurant in a park (Luces-Colunga) In the heart of Asturias, amidst eight hectare grounds boasting beautiful gardens and unspoilt nature, discover this 16th century palace between the Sierra del Sueve mountains and the Cantabrian sea. Palacio de Luces has been tastefully refurbished in complete harmony with its historic setting. The piano bar and the pool invite to relaxation and the ideal location between the sea and the mountains is conducive to the many, diverse activities on offer. Everything here is designed to ensure your well-being and peace of mind – spaciousness, décor, the traditional Asturian cuisine at the restaurant Balcón del Sueve which meticulously selects the finest ingredients served to you along with some fabulous views.
Castillo de Arteaga
Hotel and restaurant in a park (Gautegiz Arteaga) The marble whiteness of the Castillo de Arteaga, with its 13th century Gothic tower, rises dramatically out of the Basque Country’s Ria Urdaibai reserve with its narrow lush green valleys opening up into wide estuaries. Napoleon III and Eugenia de Montijo had it rebuilt when their son was proclaimed an honorary citizen of Biscay. Out of this castle, Garbiñe Azkuenaga has created a stunning hotel, masterfully combining period furniture with contemporary design. Spend your days exploring the surrounding area: sheer cliffs, rivers, marshland and meadows. In the evening, enjoy a superb dinner in the castle's restaurant or a wine tasting in the well-stocked cellar.
El Castell de Ciutat
Hotel and restaurant in the mountains (La Seu d’Urgell) Up on a hill overlooking La Seu d’Urgell, with the Pyrenees as the backdrop, El Castell de Ciutat faces a landscape of preserved natural beauty. The Tàpies family provides a warm welcome in this mountain chalet, located at the foot of a fortress dating back to the 16th century. There are breathtaking views of the Urgellet valley and Cadí-Moixeró, Catalonia’s biggest nature reserve. Discover the pleasure of exquisite Mediterranean cuisine in the restaurants and taste wines from all over the world. Enjoy mountain sports or sail over the valley in a hot air balloon before relaxing in the magnificent wellness center. Don’t leave without enjoying breakfast in the morning sunlight on the terrace.
Restaurant Neichel
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux in town (Barcelona) Of Alsatian origin, Grand Chef Jean-Louis Neichel is considered one of the most prominent chefs in Spain and is the creator of some of the recipes that have made Mediterranean cuisine known worldwide. Neichel’s menu offers a broad range of tastes and aromas to enjoy, based on the best products from the wide variety offered by the Catalonian region. With its modern design, Neichel’s restaurant is located in a charming and peaceful corner of Pedralbes, one of Barcelona’s residential areas, and is the perfect place to savour culinary delights, enhanced by views of the Mediterranean lemon trees in the garden and the aromatic herb plants.
La Torre del Visco
Hotel and restaurant in the country (Fuentespalda) Far from the madding crowd, La Torre del Visco is the ideal place to recharge your batteries in completely unspoilt, rural surroundings. Enjoy the glorious scenery of the valley untouched by man and the modern world. The estate house with its tower dating from 1449 is surrounded by its own eighty-nine hectare farm, romantic gardens full of roses and olive trees bordered by the river Tastavins and the mountain range known as “Ports de Beseit”. The owners grow their own organic fruit and vegetables and make their own olive oil for the restaurant. Inside the beautiful labyrinthine buildings, immerse yourself in a novel by the fireside, play chess, try one of the excellent wines from the cellar or join the chefs in the kitchen. For music lovers, the grand piano awaits. After sundown observe the clear night skies from the terrace.
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux in town (Barcelona)
