Where Madrid’s Literary Soul Meets Contemporary Elegance
In the storied heart of Madrid, between the rhythm of Atocha Street and the quiet charm of Moratín, a new hotel rises — not simply as a place to stay, but as a living tribute to the city’s artistic pulse. Casa de las Artes, the newest jewel of The Meliá Collection, reopens its doors as a refined sanctuary where literature, cinema, architecture, and gastronomy merge into an immersive cultural journey.
More than a hotel, it is a celebration of Madrid’s Barrio de las Letras, honoring the creative spirits who once roamed these streets — from the great writers of the Spanish Golden Age to the contemporary voices shaping the capital today.
Where Madrid’s Literary Soul Meets Contemporary Elegance
In the storied heart of Madrid, between the rhythm of Atocha Street and the quiet charm of Moratín, a new hotel rises — not simply as a place to stay, but as a living tribute to the city’s artistic pulse. Casa de las Artes, the newest jewel of The Meliá Collection, reopens its doors as a refined sanctuary where literature, cinema, architecture, and gastronomy merge into an immersive cultural journey.
More than a hotel, it is a celebration of Madrid’s Barrio de las Letras, honoring the creative spirits who once roamed these streets — from the great writers of the Spanish Golden Age to the contemporary voices shaping the capital today.
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A Tribute to Literature and the Arts
Designed by architect Álvaro Sans and interior architect Adriana Sans of the ASAH studio, Casa de las Artes is imagined as a poetic dialogue between past and present. Their vision draws directly from the legacy of Miguel de Cervantes, whose spirit subtly inhabits the property. Every room features an engraving by Gustave Doré, taken from the 1869 edition of Don Quixote — a quiet homage woven into the hotel’s narrative.
Across its four interconnected buildings — including a palatial structure from 1913 — classical architecture meets a modern sensibility. High ceilings, sculptural columns and soft textures create an atmosphere that feels both intimate and majestic, where the arts serve as a unifying thread.
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An Immersive Cultural Experience
Much like a curator would design a museum, Casa de las Artes invites guests to wander through the seven fine arts. Every corner of the hotel offers a distinct moment of immersion: a private cinema room, inspired by 1950s Hollywood screening rooms — nostalgic, velvet-lined, and cinematic in every sense. A serene library, crafted for unhurried reading sessions and quiet contemplation, echoing the literary heritage of the neighborhood. A landscaped courtyard beneath a glass roof, offering a calm refuge bathed in natural light, and a thermal pool inviting year-round relaxation. A fitness studio with a ballet barre, a graceful nod to the art of dance. Through exhibitions, workshops, screenings, and artistic encounters, the hotel establishes itself not just as accommodation, but as a cultural destination in its own right.
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A Tribute to Literature and the Arts
Designed by architect Álvaro Sans and interior architect Adriana Sans of the ASAH studio, Casa de las Artes is imagined as a poetic dialogue between past and present. Their vision draws directly from the legacy of Miguel de Cervantes, whose spirit subtly inhabits the property. Every room features an engraving by Gustave Doré, taken from the 1869 edition of Don Quixote — a quiet homage woven into the hotel’s narrative.
Across its four interconnected buildings — including a palatial structure from 1913 — classical architecture meets a modern sensibility. High ceilings, sculptural columns and soft textures create an atmosphere that feels both intimate and majestic, where the arts serve as a unifying thread.
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An Immersive Cultural Experience
Much like a curator would design a museum, Casa de las Artes invites guests to wander through the seven fine arts. Every corner of the hotel offers a distinct moment of immersion: a private cinema room, inspired by 1950s Hollywood screening rooms — nostalgic, velvet-lined, and cinematic in every sense. A serene library, crafted for unhurried reading sessions and quiet contemplation, echoing the literary heritage of the neighborhood. A landscaped courtyard beneath a glass roof, offering a calm refuge bathed in natural light, and a thermal pool inviting year-round relaxation. A fitness studio with a ballet barre, a graceful nod to the art of dance. Through exhibitions, workshops, screenings, and artistic encounters, the hotel establishes itself not just as accommodation, but as a cultural destination in its own right.
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Gastronomy as Performance
At the heart of the hotel’s creative universe lies MACHÉ, its visionary restaurant-theater concept. Housed within the historic building of the former Spanish Railway Association (Renfe), its stained-glass windows and dramatic volumes set the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. Much more than a meal, MACHÉ proposes an evening where cuisine and live performance intertwine — transforming dinner into a show, and the dining room into a luminous mise-en-scène. It is theatrical, sensorial, and unmistakably Madrid.
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A New Cultural Landmark in Madrid
Perfectly situated less than a kilometer from Madrid’s great museums — the Prado, the Thyssen, the Reina Sofía — Casa de las Artes sits at the crossroads of the city’s cultural life. With its 137 rooms, reinvented common spaces, and deep connection to the identity of Las Letras, the hotel captures the essence of experiential luxury: travel that tells a story, honors heritage, and invites discovery. As part of The Meliá Collection — a curated portfolio of singular, character-driven hotels — Casa de las Artes positions itself as both a refuge for travelers and a vibrant platform for creation. For lovers of culture, design, and the ineffable charm of Madrid, it promises not just a stay, but an encounter.
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Gastronomy as Performance
At the heart of the hotel’s creative universe lies MACHÉ, its visionary restaurant-theater concept. Housed within the historic building of the former Spanish Railway Association (Renfe), its stained-glass windows and dramatic volumes set the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. Much more than a meal, MACHÉ proposes an evening where cuisine and live performance intertwine — transforming dinner into a show, and the dining room into a luminous mise-en-scène. It is theatrical, sensorial, and unmistakably Madrid.
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A New Cultural Landmark in Madrid
Perfectly situated less than a kilometer from Madrid’s great museums — the Prado, the Thyssen, the Reina Sofía — Casa de las Artes sits at the crossroads of the city’s cultural life. With its 137 rooms, reinvented common spaces, and deep connection to the identity of Las Letras, the hotel captures the essence of experiential luxury: travel that tells a story, honors heritage, and invites discovery. As part of The Meliá Collection — a curated portfolio of singular, character-driven hotels — Casa de las Artes positions itself as both a refuge for travelers and a vibrant platform for creation. For lovers of culture, design, and the ineffable charm of Madrid, it promises not just a stay, but an encounter.
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A House for the Arts and for the Traveler Who Seeks Them
Casa de las Artes stands as a testament to what hospitality can be when it leans into artistry: thoughtful, evocative, and deeply rooted in place. It whispers stories from centuries past while offering fresh inspiration for the present. Here, every hallway becomes a gallery, every room a page of a novel, every evening a performance. A stay becomes a journey — one shaped by beauty, imagination, and the timeless power of the arts.
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A House for the Arts and for the Traveler Who Seeks Them
Casa de las Artes stands as a testament to what hospitality can be when it leans into artistry: thoughtful, evocative, and deeply rooted in place. It whispers stories from centuries past while offering fresh inspiration for the present. Here, every hallway becomes a gallery, every room a page of a novel, every evening a performance. A stay becomes a journey — one shaped by beauty, imagination, and the timeless power of the arts.
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