Best Relais & Châteaux Hotels in Spain

Guests rave about the boutique feel of this small property (which houses just 32 rooms and suites) and its convenient location. Situated just north of Madrid's city center, the Hotel Orfila places travelers within walking distance of Retiro Park, Plaza de Cibeles and the Prado Museum. Once you've gotten your fill of Madrid's culture and top attractions, the hotel's staff can set up an excursion for you, such as horseback riding, a round of golf or a bike tour. Private chauffeur services around Madrid and to and from Toledo in the property's Mercedes-Benz can also be arranged for a fee. Back at the hotel, you'll find accommodations with TVs, minibars, free Wi-Fi access and bathrooms with dual vanities and combined showers and bathtubs. Plus, this Relais & Chateaux property has an on-site restaurant, El jardin de Orfila, where meals can be enjoyed indoors, on the terrace or in the garden. Previous visitors praised the restaurant's food, as well as the hotel's spacious accommodations and welcoming staff members.

The centrally located Hotel Neri oozes with historical charm. Situated in the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona, this Relais & Châteaux outpost is unique in that part of it lies within the walls of a former medieval palace. But don't mistake historic for outdated. Although artifacts of the 12th century are strewn across the property, this boutique hotel is decidedly modern. The property's 22 rooms are sleek and minimalist (think floating shelves acting as bedside tables and wooden floors) and are equipped with all the amenities a modern-day traveler would expect, including Bluetooth speakers and free Wi-Fi. If you can, previous lodgers strongly suggested reserving a room facing the plaza for prime people-watching. Though the food at the on-site restaurant lacked for some guests, many raved about Neri's unbeatable location, which put top attractions, such as the Picasso Museum and the Boqueria food market, within easy walking distance of the property. Plus, the Catedral de Barcelona is located right outside the hotel.