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Inaugurated in 1945 and closed to the public for nearly 15 years -with episodes of occupation, neighborhood battles and floods involved-, the mythical Albéniz hotel
-
theater
reopened its doors just a few weeks ago, two steps from
Puerta del Sol.
The building, declared an Asset of Heritage Interest, thus became the first hotel in the world of the Universal label.
With it, he starts his new brand of design accommodations inspired by music,
UMusic Hotels
, which will have offspring in the US and Latin America.
The new
UMusic Hotel Madrid
-it is the official name, although it is completed with the name Albéniz hotel-theater- thus joins the trend of musical accommodation in which services, location and gastronomy are relevant, yes, but Also the
melodious theme.
For this reason, its activities include live concerts, piano or guitar lessons and even the possibility of recording demos in your own room.
UMUSIC, with the seal of Universal
Madrid is no exception to this trend.
Hence, Universal has chosen the capital as the
base of its pioneering project
, with which this Madrid route starts with rhythm.
And that an American location was expected (Orlando was thought of as the first option), as was initially considered.
"The opening in Madrid has an
important strategic value
. Not only is it the first establishment in Europe, but it lives in a historic building," says Robert Lavia, CEO of UMusic Hotels.
Theater of the renovated Albéniz hotel.
After an extensive renovation, there is room for 130 rooms, two lobbies -one receives with the Vente pa'Madrid light sign, the title of a Ketama song-,
images of Freddy Mercury, Paco de Lucía, Camarón de la Isla or Amy Winehouse ,
outdoor pool, a restaurant (El Albéniz), a roof terrace with views of the Puerta del Sol clock, meeting rooms and direct access to the Albéniz theatre, the jewel in the crown.
"We have premiered with
Antonio Banderas
and his
show
Company
. David Bisbal will continue with a cycle of 20 concerts for his 20-year career," says Raúl Palomo, general manager of the hotel, from one of the 898 seats in the theater, which can be seen through several portholes scattered around the hotel.
They will also act
Miguel Rios and Alejandro Sanz.
Room with guitar included at the UMusic Hotel Madrid.
After the Movida Madrileña
The musical tour continues in Atocha, where the Hard Rock Hotel Madrid is located, with 166 rooms and whose aesthetics recall the time of the Movida Madrileña, since its objective is to link the
musical history of the city
with the hotel.
In this sense, the mural of the GMT+1 bar with the key characters of the movement such as
Alaska and the Pegamoids stands out.
A deconstructed guitar is also on display from the top floors of the building to the lobby.
Without forgetting the 70 collector's items on display.
From the dress that Rihanna wore at the 2013 MTV Awards to a Beyoncé swimsuit worn on several covers or
a Lady Gaga corset.
Hall of the Hard Rock Hotel Madrid.
In addition to live shows and concerts, you can order
a Fender electric guitar to play in your room
(soundproof), with lessons included, or record your own demo.
There are also turntables, headphones, sound bars, headphones and a playlist with songs about Madrid.
In honor of John Lennon
Let's jump to this other musical gem,
Barceló Imagine,
a name that refers to the emblematic song by John Lennon.
In it it is possible to stay in a luxury suite that
pays tribute to Elvis Presley
(the 156 rooms are related to a musical theme), listen to a vinyl of The Rolling Stones, enjoy a
brunch
with live performances or contemplate the skyscrapers of
Madrid from a rooftop
while tasting a vermouth and attending a concert or a session with the best dj's.
There is also no lack of activities such as the
Just Dance
dance game .
This is the offspring of the Barceló chain near Plaza de Castilla, where an installation that emulates the gigantic piano
welcomes you
from the movie
Big.
Musical 'Brunch' at the Barceló Imagine.
OTHER EXPERIENCES
PLANS. Chopin concerts by candlelight
The Wellington hotel hosts classical music concerts such as those linked to the Candlelight project, by candlelight.
In January, Chopin and Vivaldi are the stars.
LEISURE. From shows in 'spanglish' to jazz sessions
According to the station, the Vincci offer musicals in 'Spanglish' such as 'The New York Show' (Capitol) and 'Sunset & Jazz' evenings on their rooftops.
CASTICISM. A breakfast at the rhythm of chotis
The Mayorazgo hotel is one of the most traditional in the capital.
For this reason, it does not lack a room set in the world of chotis.
GASTRONOMY. The perfect pairing of opera and brunch
Every Sunday, The Westin Palace offers a selection of savory and sweet delights under its dome while an opera performance takes place in the midst of diners.
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