Sensitively restored, this 17th-century palace retains its original charm and character, oozing with atmosphere while offering modern amenities. Guests are accommodated in 46 elegant and serene bedrooms in soft neutral colours with tactile fabrics. The in-house restaurant competes ably with local options, offering drinks and food by the glamorous outdoor pool. And the columned spa with its bamboo feature art, hydro jetted pool and hot tub is a real oasis — the perfect antidote to a hard day’s sightseeing. Hotel Hospes Palacio de Arenales makes for a lovely city spa break, or for a cultural mini-moon.