Casa de las Artes Meliá Collection, Madrid is now officially open!

The Meliá Collection arrives in Barrio de las Letras, with a hotel that seamlessly blends the cultural splendour of the past with the creative voices of today. The new Casa de las Artes, Member of Meliá Collection has made its debut in Madrid’s literary heart, Barrio de las Letras. The new hotel holds a deep connection to Madrid’s vibrant cultural spirit. Its intriguing name embodies a singular concept: a hotel that pays homage to the seven fine arts from Madrid’s literary epicentre.

This modern tribute to art is a way to continue time-honoured legacies while reimagining new possibilities, creating a space where the contemporary and timeless can coexist. This opening marks the arrival of The Meliá Collection brand to the Iberian Peninsula, joining other distinctive hotels in Spain, such as Hacienda del Conde in Tenerife, or Ratxó Retreat Hotel and Summum Boutique Hotel in Mallorca.

Unique Décor Inspired by Classic Spanish Literature

The interior design and décor of Casa de las Artes were masterfully crafted by architect Álvaro Sans and interior designer Adriana Sans from the ASAH studio, in collaboration with Meliá Hotels International. Their work sought inspiration from a singular figure who shaped the aesthetic vision of this hidden gem, nestled in the charming streets of Barrio de las Letras: Miguel de Cervantes.

Revered as Spain’s greatest novelist, poet, and playwright, Cervantes remains the neighbourhood’s most illustrious resident and serves as the guiding force behind Casa de las Artes. As a key figure of modern literature, Cervantes’ legacy inspired the mission of Cas de las Artes and no other artist could hold this place of honour like the “prince of wits.”

Casa de las Artes: An Immersive Cultural Experience

Among its cultural spaces, the private cinema room is a standout; Inspired by the classic Hollywood screening rooms of the 1950s, it provides a nostalgic connection with the seventh art, film. Literary lovers can retreat to the library to unwind amidst the bookshelves in a cozy and peaceful atmosphere. The hotel also boasts a number of leisure spaces including a thermal pool and a fitness centre, ensuring both mind and body stay invigorated.

A High-End Culinary Proposal

Situated in the historic Spanish Railways Association building, the MACHÉ restaurant features stained-glass windows and lofty ceilings that create a breathtaking backdrop for a truly theatrical dining experience.

About The Meliá Collection

The Meliá Collection is a carefully curated selection of singular hotels with endless charm and an unmistakable sense of home. This new addition to Meliá Hotels International’s portfolio of brands unfolds a new definition of experiential luxury travel through an exceptional selection of hotels that boast cultural legacy and unique stories in iconic locations: Maison Colbert and Villa Marquis, both in Paris, Tenuta di Artimino in Tuscany, Meliá Serengeti Lodge and Ngorongoro Lodge in Tanzania, Meliá London Kensington in London, Meliá Desert Palm in Dubai, Hacienda del Conde in Tenerife, Summum Boutique Hotel in Palma de Mallorca, Ratxó Retreat Hotel in Puigpunyent, Mallorca and Casa de las Artes in Madrid.

This new collection of hotels represents a further step in Meliá’s differentiation strategy and its commitment to conscious and purposeful travelling, promoting the discovery and authenticity of destinations, whether it is the essence of a city, an exclusive beachfront location or a remote and exotic place in a natural environment. The Meliá Collection will soon add new openings in Milan, Palassa Beach (Albania), Cadiz, Arxan -Inner Mongolia (China), Vietnam and La Habana, Cuba. 

About Meliá Hotels International

Founded in 1956 in Palma de Mallorca (Spain), Meliá Hotels International has more than 400 hotels open or in the process of opening, in more than 40 countries, and a portfolio of nine brands: Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ME by Meliá, The Meliá Collection, Paradisus by Meliá, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ZEL, INNSiDE by Meliá, Sol by Meliá, and Affiliated by Meliá.

The Company is one of the world’s leading hotel chains in the leisure segment and its experience in this area has allowed it to consolidate itself in the growing market of urban hotels inspired by leisure. Its commitment to responsible tourism has led it to be recognised as the most sustainable European hotel company in the world (chosen as “Sustainability Yearbook Member” in 2024 by S&P Global), as well as being a “Top Employer 2024” brand in Spain, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Italy, Germany, France and Vietnam.

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