Hotel Marques de Riscal in Spain is located in Elciego, in the province of La Rioja. This area is covered with endless vineyards and small picturesque village houses. Clean air, unique landscape and wine attract tourists from all over the world.
The corner of civilization among the vineyards
In the very "heart of winemaking" in Spain, the Marques de Riscal Elciego 5 * hotel has become a real attraction. Guests come here to enjoy not only natural gifts, but also the product of the work of many winemakers, a relaxing holiday, a luxury designer hotel and wellness treatments.
The Marques de Riscal is isolated from city noise. It is located in the small town of Elciego, with a population of about 1000 people, 25 km from the nearest airport, which is located in Longrono.
You can get to it by taxi or using the transfer services that the hotel itself offers. Guests of the Marques de Riscal Elciego may be surprised at the cost of the trip, but everything pays off when they go to green paradise and see the product of human genius in front of them - an incredibly beautiful building with a bizarre facade and a unique interior that can be called a masterpiece of world architecture.
Hotel as a work of art
Marques de Riscal was designed by the famous Canadian designer-architect Frank Gehry. Creative design is not just a beautiful decoration. The facade of the building is decorated with sheets of thin steel and prismatic blocks. Steel bands meander in a fancy dance and shimmer in the sun. The sheets painted in golden color symbolize the grid into which each bottle of wine is packed. Silver color indicates the label of the wine, and pink and purple - the drink itself and its shades.
At the Marques de Riscal Elciego, everything is soaked with wine. Design of rooms, pool, lobby and restaurant. Everything hints at wine through a color scheme containing a large number of red and burgundy shades. At the same time, the design is very modern and original.
According to reviews of Marques de Riscal, guests who come here really like the fact that the rooms are not the same, everywhere you feel the hand of the designer. The architect himself called it a modern "castle." It is the combination of high-tech style and ancient elegance that makes the hotel so luxurious, as if it was built to receive modern kings and queens.
Walks around the hotel
Visually, the hotel stands out from the local style. Around one small village houses and vineyards. Futuristic hotel as a bright spot in the calm atmosphere of the town. The vineyards provide guests with an excellent opportunity to walk and enjoy the beauty of nature. Tourists also stroll through the colorful streets and visit the cathedral, overlooking from the windows of the hotel.
The hotel itself and its surroundings are very nice, beautiful locations for a photo shoot. Guests have the opportunity to replenish their profile on Instagram with many new unique photos that will surely collect a record number of likes. Social networks contribute to the rapid growth of the hotel’s popularity.
Number of rooms
The hotel rooms are also unique. There are 43 of them. And they are located in two buildings. There are options for non-smokers, smokers and allergy sufferers. There are also fully adapted rooms for disabled guests.
The zigzag windows in them are panoramic, overlooking the vineyards and the cathedral. The guests are delighted with the soft window sills, sitting on which you can read a book and admire the beauties surrounding the hotel.
All rooms have a fridge, DVD player, satellite TV, TV and hairdryer. Wi-fi throughout the hotel is free. The rooms are also equipped with air conditioning, telephones and electronic safes. In addition, guests are provided with a left-luggage office, which provides confidence in the safety of valuables. An iron and board are available upon request, but the hotel has dry cleaning and laundry services. Room service is available around the clock for a small fee. Linen change and room cleaning are free. There are minibars with drinks and snacks.
Each room has bathrooms, they are richly decorated with black marble. There is a bathtub, shower, washbasins and toilet in perfect condition. Quality toiletries, fresh towels, bathrobes, slippers are served.
Deluxe Rooms
This luxurious room at the Marques de Riscal Vineyard Hotel with a panoramic window makes anyone feel at the top of bliss. A large soft bed, pillows to choose from and quality linen will make the dream truly sweet.
Elegant sofas and armchairs are perfect for evening gatherings and watching movies. A black marble bath will relax your body after a busy day. The spacious balcony was simply created in order to drink a cup of tea or aromatic coffee in the morning and swim in the rays of the rising sun.
Executive suite
Premier room at the Marques de Riscal Vineyard Hotel for aesthetic enjoyment. Designer furniture, a large bed and original windows will make your stay in the room pleasant and relaxing. Everyone who has stayed at the hotel writes in reviews that the soundproofing is perfect, therefore a quality sleep, so necessary for restoring strength, is guaranteed.
Gehry suite
The Marques de Riscal room, named after the architect Frank Gehry, was made according to his sketches. It is unique and attractive. The luxury here is in every detail - in easy chairs, a king size bed and a view from the window.
The light walls and very high ceilings of these rooms make them even more magnificent, and the interior is light, despite the rich colors. The connection with wine is clearly visible through the burgundy curtains and red decor elements.
If the family vacation, then provide a free cot for babies up to two years. Children under 12 years old are accommodated in an existing bed. Professional babysitting services are also available, however, for a fee.
Active and relaxing holiday
There is something to do during your stay at the hotel. The chic spa offers guests a visit to the Turkish bath, a relaxing massage, various wellness treatments and a soak in the jacuzzi.
You can also use the large indoor pool and lie on the sun loungers on the terrace overlooking the green vineyards. The pool is also made in the grape theme. The vine, red as wine, is decorated with a wall, and chaise lounges repeat shades of a noble drink. The hotel has a modern gym.
Gastronomic vacation
In Marques de Riscal 5 * the cost of three meals a day, excluding drinks, is included in the total price of the room. Breakfast can be selected from the menu, and the presentation itself is very impressive. Champagne served with strawberries. Guests in reviews of Marques de Riscal note that if you order expensive wine, it is very spectacularly opened, without a corkscrew.
The hotel has a restaurant, the chef of which was awarded the Michelin star for developing the original menu. Many dishes at the hotel are unique, such as monkfish stew with peas. Guests in the reviews note that chic restaurants are located close to the establishment, which allows you to try new interesting dishes.
The halls are spacious and richly furnished. They are perfect for celebrations such as weddings and birthdays. Guests can enjoy tables inside the lounge or on the veranda. The hotel bar pampers guests with delicious cocktails and a rich collection of wines.
Tours and activities
Marques de Riscal Hotel conducts guided tours of wineries where guests can sample rare varieties and buy them on site. They also descend to the unique old cellar La Catedral, which contains exclusive bottles. Excursion and tasting of two wines is included in the price.
Guests note that the tour is informative and at the end of it there are no intrusive calls for buying wine. This makes it clear that here they care about the feelings of guests, and not about momentary profit.
It is interesting to spend leisure time by renting a bicycle. The vineyards are ideal for cycling. The hotel itself has a large beautiful library that pleases both the eye and the soul with its collection of books. Behind them you can spend a relaxing evening sitting by the fireplace.
Additional services
Among other things, the hotel also has a souvenir shop, a currency exchange and free parking.
Here you can stay even with pets.
Everything is also provided for business here. There is a conference room and a business center with all the necessary equipment.
Who will be interested in the hotel
Rest in Marques de Riscal 5 * will be an ideal choice for business people, couples and families in love. The guests respond positively about him, noting that the staff is very attentive and helpful. Meet guests in a cozy and elegant lobby. Express check-in is available, and the reception is open around the clock. Check-in is at 15:00, and check-out is at 14:00.
Relaxing in an exclusive hotel will help you to get exquisite aesthetic impressions, find lost peace and joy, spend time in quiet entertainments and exciting tastings of the creations of local winemakers.