Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia
Facts in brief
Official star rating 5
Location The hotel is 15-minutes' walk to Valencia Cathedral
Annual opening All year
Closest airport Valencia
Distance from airport The hotel is 20-minutes' drive from Valencia Airport
Closest railway station Valencia Nord Station
Distance from railway station The hotel is about 10-minutes' drive from Valencia Nord Station
Hotel facilities and services
Restaurant, Lounge Bar, Library, Spa, Sauna, Spa, Turkish Bath, Hot Tub, Bicycle Rental, WiFi, On-site Parking (chargeable), Babysitting/child Services, 24-hour luggage storage, dry-cleaning service, 24-hour room service.
Out and about nearby
Turia Gardens, Valencia's Old Town, Palacio del Marques de Dos Aguas, City of Arts & Science, Valencia's beaches and port.
Thank you. We had an amazing holiday. Really appreciate the work put in to give us the trip of a lifetime!Mrs H, Jan 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Dreamer room for 5 nights
From about
£1,380
Holiday Code EXH1544
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia
The five-star Hotel Hospes Palau de la Mar is a luxurious hotel in the Eixample Noble of district of Valencia, poised between the city's historic centre, modern area and the Turia Gardens. In this excellent location, the hotel occupies a terraced building that was once a 19th century palace, as is seen in the Romantic architecture. Step off the bustling streets and into a serene environment which has been totally revamped and revived with a contemporary design template, where fresh whites are complemented by coloured mood lighting. You can still taste the original grandeur of the building in the lobby thanks to the lofty ceilings, richly-embellished arched window frames and marble staircases. Into the guestrooms, the style continues in a similar vein, though the minimalist ambience is more comfortable than stark, with pristine white walls and bed linens offset by warmer tones in the wooden floor boards and mood lighting. Choose between spacious rooms and suites in the main building and around the interior garden, while family rooms benefit from extra living space. Some rooms have a small terrace, either within an internal atrium or looking out over the gardens. To satisfy your cravings after a day's exploration, you can seek Ampar Restaurant for traditional recipes that exploit local produce and seafood, as well as a gourmet sampling menu of Mediterranean and Valencian flavours. The cosmopolitan Ampar Lounge and Cocktail Bar might be more suitable for light daytime bites and alcoholic beverages. For a final touch of indulgence, Bodyna Spa has two zones: the ground floor wellness area with a small gym, hot tub, sauna and a divine Turkish bath, and a separate treatment area. Hotel Hospes Palau de la Mar is a stylish and contemporary centre from which to base your exploration of Valencia, perfectly located for a luxury short break and only ten minutes' drive from Joaquin Sorolla train station.
Room descriptions
Hotel Hospes Palau de la Mar has 66 rooms and suites with plasma TV-DVD player, high speed wireless and a turndown service.
Thank you. We had an amazing holiday. Really appreciate the work put in to give us the trip of a lifetime!Mrs H, Jan 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Dreamer room for 5 nights
From about
£1,380
Holiday Code EXH1544
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia
The journey and how you get there
For a holiday to the Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia, Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights with British Airways from London to Valencia. Flights may be available from other UK airports with Easyjet, Jet2 and TUI for example. If you are combining this hotel with stays elsewhere, you may want to consider flying into one airport and out of another. We can arrange this for you. The hotel is about 1 hour 30 minutes’ drive from Barcelona airport and we recommend that we book for you either a private car transfer or a hire-car, depending on the itinerary.
Additional information
Minimum stays: A minimum stay of 2 nights is required at certain times of the year, for example for the Moto GP and the Marathon.
Children: One child under the age of 6 stays free of charge on a bed and breakfast basis when sharing with parents. Interconnecting family rooms can be provided upon request.
Special offers
Call to make your booking and save an extra £50 per adult Call us instead of emailing us when you are thinking of booking a holiday and save an extra £50 per adult (in addition to any special offers that might be available). We want to talk to you to discuss your requirements and a phone call is usually the best way for you to define what you want enabling us to respond more accurately. We want to talk to you and you save an extra £50 per adult.
15% winter 2024-2025 offer Book by 31 December 2024 and receive a 15% reduction for stays of 3 nights or more from Sundays to Thursdays or for a minimum stay of 4 nights or more all days. Valid for stays from 22 November 2024 until 23 February 2025. Blackout dates may apply (28-30 November, 1-2, 22-31 December, 1-2 and 6 January)
10% Early Booking Offer Book 30 days or more before arrival and receive a 10% reduction off our contracted rates. Valid for all days of the work and stays throughout the year except from 24-26 Nov 23, 1-3 Dec 23, 30 Dec-1 Jan 24, 25 Feb-2 Mar 24, 14-19 Mar 24, 28-31 Mar 24 and 1-4 May 24. Not combinable. Restrictions may apply.
10% Reduction for Second Room Receive 10% reduction off a second room for two children under 18. Valid all year and combinable with other offers except from 24-26 Nov 23, 1-3 Dec 23, 30 Dec-1 Jan 24, 25 Feb-2 Mar 24, 14-19 Mar 24, 28-31 Mar 24 and 1-4 May 24. Applicable to the room with the lower price. Restrictions may apply.
10% Booking Offer for stays of 3 nights or more Receive a 10% reduction off our contracted rates when staying 3 nights or more. Valid for stays all year and all days of the week. Not combinable and restrictions may apply.
Thank you. We had an amazing holiday. Really appreciate the work put in to give us the trip of a lifetime!Mrs H, Jan 2023
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Dreamer room for 5 nights
From about
£1,380
Holiday Code EXH1544
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia
About Valencia and Murcia
The regions of Valencia and Murcia offer the chance to explore the long stretch of Spain’s eastern coast and the contrasting landscapes found inland. Picturesque villages lie scattered along the shore between larger towns, many of which have been overlooked by mass market tourism and are still beautifully authentic. The inland reaches of these regions vary drastically from fertile groves of oranges, dates and even rice to arid deserts spotted with isolated white buildings and hilltop towns. Valencia is another semi-independent region with its own language, valenciano. The language is derived from Catalan and has many similarities but it’s unwise to comment on this to a local as they are fiercely proud of their unique identity. Alongside valenciano and Castilian Spanish there is also the legacy of the long Arab occupation. On a stunning beach of golden sand is the regional capital of Valencia, Spain’s third-largest city. Visitors to this region must be sure to try a real paella as the famous dish originated here. There are countless combinations of flavours and ingredients to be tried in the restaurants, but the most traditional option is rabbit and chicken in a vibrant saffron rice. Valencia has reinvented itself in recent years with futuristic architecture and a sophisticated port area which contrast with the historic buildings of the atmospheric old town. On the other hand, Murcia is a historic city which is particularly noted for its Baroque cathedral and tapas scene. Between these two locations you will find the bustling town of Denia, launching point for ferries to the Balearic Islands. A historic port founded by the Romans, Denia has a hilltop castle, ancient fishing neighbourhood and beautiful beaches. The regions of Valencia and Murcia are particularly known for their festivals and two of Spain’s most iconic fiestas are held here. The crazy tomato fight of La Tomatina is Bunol is probably not to everyone’s taste, however the spring celebration of Las Fallas is highly recommended – a month filled with fireworks, huge bonfires and giant puppets that are set on fire at the end of the festivities. Booking in advance for this unique festival is essential.
Highlights of Valencia and Murcia
The City of Arts and Sciences and the Fine Arts Museum in Valencia. Historic monuments within Valencia including a 15th century silk exchange and a Cathedral, home to a Holy Chalice which is said to be the Holy Grail. Wildlife in the wetlands of the Albufera Natural Park. The lively university city of Murcia with Moorish fortified walls, Baroque cathedral and wealth of tapas bars. The Castell de la Santa Bárbara and Museo Arqueológico Pronvicial, giving the best views over the city of Alicante. The historic port town of Denia with its beautiful beaches, hilltop castle, former fishing neighbourhood or Baix la mar and Moorish influenced distrcit of Les Roques. Walking in Montgó Natural Park. Swimming at the secluded Les Rotes beach and nearby Cova Tallada (reached by boat or on foot). The town of Morella is the northern reaches of Valencia with its medieval fortified town and 13th century aqueduct. The iconic Penon de Ifach rock in the heart of Calpe. The colourful port city of Cartagena with its Roman Theatre, Castillo de la Concepcion and beautiful seafront promenade.
Festivals in Valencia and Murcia
March: Las Fallas festival of fire (Valencia), La Magdalena festivities in Castellon de la Plana. April: Easter celebrations and religious processions, Night of the Drums (Mula), Moor and Christians re-enactment fiesta in Banyeres de Mariola, Spring celebrations in Murcia including the “Burial of the Sardine”. June: Bonfires of San Juan Midsummer’s Eve Festival (Alicante). July: Valencia July Fair. August: La Tomatina tomato throwing festival (Bunol), August Fair in Xativa, the Corda fire festival in Paterna, Sexenni festival in Morella (every 6 years). September: Bull and horse droving in Segorbe, Murcia Fair, Romans and Carthaginians re-enactment in Cartagena.
Gastronomy in Valencia and Murcia
Cuisine in eastern Spain takes inspiration from both central Spain and the Arab influences of its past whilst making use of local ingredients available including seafood, fresh vegetables and game. Valencia and Murcia host many restaurants specialising in shellfish and fish, with fish often cooked in a salt crust or ‘a la espalda’ (lightly fried and baked). Paella, the vibrant rice dish which is known the world over originated in Valencia. Typical dishes include unusual ‘sea and mountain' combinations which use both meat and seafood, ‘Pa amb tomàquet' (bread with tomato, oil and garlic), ‘Fideuá' (a variant of Paella with pasta), ‘Zarzuela' (a seafood stew), ‘Escudella’ (a stew containing vegetables, meat, rice and pasta) and ‘Crema Catalana' (a Catalan version of a Crème Brûlée).
Climate in Valencia and Murcia
Valencia and Murcia enjoy a typical Mediterranean climate, although higher areas are somewhat cooler. Late spring and early autumn are great times to visit coastal areas as the weather is warm with temperatures of around 20 degrees centigrade, although some rainfall can be expected. Mid-summer in the cities can be unbearably hot, but the coastline is cooled by sea breezes. Winter is generally mild with occasional rain and average temperatures of 10-15 degrees, making this a favoured destination for cultural exploration year-round.
