Palacio Santa Clara, Autograph Collection, Valencia

Pros

• The convenient location in the city's historic center is near numerous cultural sites and the train station.
• The hotel has truly beautiful common spaces to relax and unwind in, including a lounge, bar, and breakfast area. 
• Enjoy meals at the delicious on-site restaurant serving tapas and gourmet dishes. 
• Spend time on the rooftop terrace, with its sun loungers, bar, outdoor plunge pool next to the building's historic dome, and incredible views.

Cons

• The pool is small, more for taking a quick dip rather than swimming. 
• There's not much lounge space near the pool. 
• The hotel doesn't have a spa or fitness center.
• Each room can accommodate a maximum of two adults and one child in a crib; adjoining rooms aren't available, a possible downside for families. 

Authenticity

Palacio Santa Clara Autograph Collection is a Modernist dream that feels like stepping back into the Roaring Twenties. The hotel has perfectly maintained the authenticity of its historic building, which was designed by the renowned architect Francisco Javier Görlich in 1916. Guests will enjoy a beautiful aesthetic of different textures, curved lines, and natural motifs, all reflecting the spirit of Valencia's past.

Location

You'll be just off the city's famous shopping street, Carrer Colón, and surrounded by other beautiful buildings, plus cafés, restaurants, and bars. You can easily walk to all of Valencia's major sites. Plaça de l'Ajuntament is just five minutes on foot, and the Central Market, La Lonja de la Seda, and Valencia Cathedral are all about a 10-minute walk. As a bonus, you'll be close to the city's bullring and train station (five minutes).

Rooms & Bathrooms

The Palacio Santa Clara Autograph Collection rooms display fantastic attention to detail. All are spacious and elegant with velvet and leather chairs, antique furnishings, huge Art Deco-like mirrors, and quirky headboards with art from the flapper era. The bathrooms are large and have showers. Some standard rooms have interior views, so you might need to upgrade to enjoy city views. Book a suite for more space and a separate living room.

Amenities

The hotel has many highlights, including a rooftop terrace that cozies up to the building's domed roof. You can enjoy the views, take a dip in the plunge pool, grab a drink at the El Torreón bar, and relax on sun loungers. The hotel doesn't have a gym, but on-site bicycle rental is possible. The upper floors are accessible by elevator, and some rooms are wheelchair accessible. 

Family-Friendliness

Children of all ages are welcome at the hotel, and children 12 and under stay for free. Free cribs are available for children under two. The pool is adults-only. The hotel's bicycle rental is a nice perk for families. The hotel is stroller-friendly. 

Other Highlights

Palacio Santa Clara has a restaurant, El Modernista, where breakfast is served a la carte. Upscale Mediterranean cuisine is available at the restaurant for lunch and dinner. The rooftop bar specializes in whiskey cocktails. While it's near the pool, it's generally not open at the same time as the pool—the bar serves drinks from Wednesday to Sunday from 6 pm to midnight.