SPAIN | The Palace, Madrid, a Luxury Collection Hotel, has completed its two-year restoration and refurbishment period, opening to the public.
The Luxury Collection has announced the debut of The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid, into its prestigious global portfolio, following an extensive two-year restoration and refurbishment.
Formerly The Westin Palace, Madrid, the hotel has a charming new identity that seamlessly blends rich historical heritage with innovative design, unparalleled luxury, and impeccable service.
Standing proud in the heart of Madrid’s Barrio de las Letras, The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid is surrounded by some of the city's most renowned cultural institutions, including the Prado and Thyssen Bornemisza Museums, as well as Retiro Park and Plaza Mayor. This prime location, part of the Paisaje de la Luz, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, places the hotel at the center of Madrid’s artistic and cultural legacy.
“The debut of The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid, represents a significant addition to our global portfolio in one of Europe’s most culturally rich cities,” said Bruce Rohr, Vice President and Global Brand Leader, The Luxury Collection.
“Situated in the heart of Madrid, this hotel invites our global guests to fully immerse themselves in the city’s distinguished artistic heritage and vibrant spirit. With its thoughtful blend of historical allure and modern luxury, this hotel is poised to offer a one-of-a-kind gateway to explore the city’s most iconic cultural treasures and its lively, creative energy.”
The restoration of the hotel’s façade has revived its original 1912 splendor, thanks to the thorough work of Ruiz Larrea Arquitectura. This process spanned 8,000 square meters, revealing the “Palace color” –a warm beige contrasted terracotta, and uncovering intricate floral ornaments and garlands that had remained hidden for decades.
The project saw the restoration of the hotel’s iconic stained glass and iron dome, a masterpiece designed in 1912 by Eduardo Ferrés i Puig and executed by master glaziers Maumejean. This monumental structure, composed of 1,875 glass panes, has regained its former magnificence through a meticulous process that involved over 100 specialists working together. The stained-glass dome was dismantled and restored to recover its original colors. The stunning glass palm tree chandelier, once a centerpiece of the hotel lobby, has been lovingly restored to its original place beneath the dome, bringing the historic destination back to life.
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