Palacio de la Serna, Ciudad Real

Hotel. As the first hotel to receive a 5-star rating at the Red de Ventas de Castilla La Mancha, Palacio de la Serna lies on the cutting edge of service and design. In 1995, the hotel underwent extreme renovations transforming it from an 18th century farmhouse into a neoclassical masterpiece. Now original cast iron details contrast the modernist furniture and harsh lines of glass; but it has been praised as “an example of industrial archeology recovered by the hotel industry.” With ample amounts of space, the hotel has incorporated numerous areas to enjoy the arts. Photographs, sculptures and paintings comfortably reside amongst the hotel’s galleries forming a beautiful museum for guests to enjoy. However, Palacio de la Serna leaves no stone unturned. Between the wine tasting, massage, nature hike and gorgeous meals at the restaurant it is no wonder Palacio de la Serna receives the admiration of its guests.

Wine. Hotel Palacio de la Serna offers the highest quality in wine tasting events. With the use of their large hall, up to 14 guests will experience all that the vines have to offer. An acclaimed enologist provides participants with the ultimate education in the production of wine and the importance of specific tastes and aromas. And of course at the end, not only will guests walk away knowing a little bit more about the drink of the gods, but they will also be able to take home their favorite bottles from the hotel’s cellar. The hotel prides itself in its cellar’s capacity to make “complete” wines by taking advantage of its local landscapes – using the plateau and the summit to avoid inclement weather.