HOLLYWOOD, Fla., July 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Hard Rock
Hotels today announced the opening of the much anticipated Hard
Rock Hotel Madrid. Located at the Golden
Triangle of Art in the Spanish capital, the hotel is the
newest addition to the brand's international portfolio and
compliments recent growth throughout Europe.
"Hard Rock Hotels has always felt very in tune with the vibrancy
and spirit of Spain. It is one of
the reasons we introduced the brand to Europe with Hard Rock Ibiza in 2014, followed
by our Tenerife hotel shortly after" said Dale Hipsh, Senior Vice President of Hotels,
Hard Rock International. "As our first Spanish metropolitan hotel,
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid brings a distinctly different personality to
our beach resorts. Our guests will discover art, music, history,
culinary excellence and culture at their fingertips – all brought
together through Hard Rock's curated and entertainment-infused
hospitality".
The new hotel caters to both business and leisure travelers,
with 161 contemporary rooms and suites (from 194 square feet)
offering diverse views, so guests can take in the lights of
Madrid, or retreat from the city
with a room overlooking the lush garden. Additionally, more than
21,000 square feet of event space including garden and rooftop
venues set the stage for world-class immersive events.
At the heart of the property guests will find a dramatic
architectural hanging guitar sculpture above the welcoming,
amber-hued sofas of the lobby. Vibrant artwork is featured
throughout the hotel, including a life-size pink 'Las
Meninas' adorned with Rosalía lyrics, inspired by Diego
Velázquez's masterpiece hanging in the Prado Museum and mural in
GMT+1 bar inspired by the La Movida movement in Madrid.
The colorful artwork is complemented by a thoughtfully curated
memorabilia collection that showcases Madrid style and culture, as well as
international music legends. Hard Rock Hotel Madrid is now home to
over 70 pieces of memorabilia, with notable pieces including an
acoustic guitar from Madrid-native
singer-songwriter, Antonio Vega;
blue denim jeans outfit worn by Elvis
Presley during an NBC TV special in 1968; and platform boots
worn by David Bowie.
The property's premier location in the Triangulo de
Oro del Arte, is surrounded by the
Reina Sofia National Museum, the Prado National Museum and the
Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum. Within walking distance guests
can explore the historic art nouveau train station (Atocha), the
Royal Botanical Garden, and the charming Lavapies and Embajadores
neighborhoods.
The hotel will be a draw for travelers and locals alike as it is
home to unique bars and restaurant concepts including the brand's
signature restaurant Sessions, with interiors by Rockwell Group,
and RT60, a spectacular rooftop bar offering gourmet tins, a jamon
carving station and cheese, cocktails and unbeatable 360-degree
views of the city to the beat of live DJ sets. Sessions, with its
open and airy terrace, overlooks the hotel's garden and serves a
unique take on classic Spanish cuisine with unexpected culinary
delicacies on the menu, whilst the GMT +1 lobby bar offers drinks
and light fare throughout the day. The Green Room, a private chef's
table serving an exclusive menu to no more than 6 guests is set to
open in September.
Lifestyle consultant and international restaurateur,
Maria Font Trabocchi, has played a
crucial role in bringing the gastronomy at Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
to life with her distinct Spanish spin. As the woman behind, Fiola,
Fiola Mare, Sfoglina and
Del Mar in Washington D.C. and across the United States, Maria has built a career's
worth of successful restaurants based on excellent quality and
hospitality.
"I am honored to be working with Hard Rock Hotels to bring
my knowledge, experiences and personal take on restaurants to the
capital of my home country," said Maria
Font Trabocchi. "The hotel is incredibly well-located, and
we are confident that it will soon become a social hub and meeting
spot for residents in the city as well as visitors. The restaurants
offer beautiful surroundings, the food is vibrant, and we look
forward to the chef breathing his own emotion and energy into the
restaurants now the hotel is officially open."
The property also encompasses an outdoor swimming pool, Body
Rock® fitness center and Rock Om®, which fuses the ancient practice
of yoga with the rhythm of a custom DJ-curated soundtrack for
complimentary, in-room yoga sessions.
In true Hard Rock style, the hotel will offer an array of
signature brand experiences and amenities exclusive to Hard Rock
Hotels, including The Sound of Your Stay®, which allows guests to
experience curated playlists (Tracks®), listen to a tailored
selection of vinyls in-room (Wax®) or jam on a Fender® electric
guitar in the privacy of their own room along with headphones and
an amp (Picks®).
Rooms at Hard Rock Hotel Madrid start from $150 USD. For bookings visit
hardrockhotels.com/madrid/.
About Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid arrives in the capital in 2021 in a
premier location, in the heart of the exciting city of Madrid. With 161 rooms, the new music infused
hotel will be located opposite the famous Museo Nacional Centro de
Arte Reina Sofía, in Madrid's
Atocha neighborhood, the place that art and culture lover's dream
of. The Royal Botanical Gardens, the prestigious Prado National
Museum and Madrid's largest train
station with its AVE high-speed train network are also within easy
reach. At Hard Rock Hotel Madrid guests and locals will find local
cuisine and drinks at GMT+1 Lobby Bar and Sessions, the hotel's
signature cuisine restaurant. In addition, breathtaking panoramic
views of the Spanish capital can be enjoyed from the RT60 Terrace
Bar, with its lush outdoor urban garden. For both business and
leisure travel, Hard Rock Hotel Madrid will feature a range of
signature services, such as Body Rock® or Hard Rock's exclusive
wellness program, Rock Om®, which fuses the ancient essence of yoga
with the rhythms of music, right in the privacy of a guestroom.
With the exclusive music program The Sound of Your Stay®, guests
can choose the soundtrack of their stay through the chords of a
Fender guitar or vinyl rhythm. There will be no shortage of
headphones and amps. The hotel also has a Rock Shop®, where guests
and locals alike can buy T-shirts, hats and other Hard Rock®
branded apparel.
About Hard Rock®
Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally
recognized companies with venues in 68 countries spanning 239
locations that include owned/licensed or managed Hotels, Casinos,
Rock Shops®, Live Performance Venues and Cafes. HRI also launched a
joint venture named Hard Rock Digital in 2020, an online
sportsbook, retail sportsbook and internet gaming platform.
Beginning with an Eric Clapton
guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's largest and most valuable
collection of authentic music memorabilia at more than 86,000
pieces, which are displayed at its locations around the globe. In
2021, Hard Rock International was awarded the Top Employer in the
Travel & Leisure, Gaming, and Entertainment Industry by Forbes
and also designated as a U.S. Best Managed Company by Deloitte
Private and The Wall Street Journal. In 2020, Hard Rock was honored
as one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers for Diversity and a Top
Employer for Women. Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos also received
first place ranking in the 2020 Casino Gaming Executive
Satisfaction Survey conducted by Bristol Associates Inc. and
Spectrum Gaming Group. In addition, Hard Rock Hotels was named one
of the top performing hotel brands in J.D. Power's North America
Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study for the second consecutive year.
Hard Rock destinations are located in international gateway cities,
including its two most successful flagship properties in
Florida and home to the world's
first Guitar Hotel® in South
Florida, Global Gaming's 2020 Property of the Year. The
brand is owned by HRI parent entity The Seminole Tribe of
Florida. For more information on
Hard Rock International, visit www.hardrock.com or
shop.hardrock.com.
About Hard Rock's SAFE + SOUND
To help keep guests and team members safe and healthy, all Hard
Rock Hotel locations have implemented SAFE + SOUND, a best-in-class
program focused on enhanced cleaning practices, social interaction
guidelines and wellness protocols. The program, was developed by a
team of hospitality experts in collaboration with worldwide health
and sanitization specialists, and ensures properties pass a
rigorous inspection independently assessed by NSF International.
The SAFE + SOUND program implements the highest level of safety,
sanitization, and employee training. Protocols and practices will
continue to evolve and support local health and safety guidance For
additional information on Hard Rock Hotel's SAFE + SOUND please
visit hardrockhotels.com/safe-and-sound.
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