Haro's Newly Opened Five-Star Boutique Hotel Brings Together Michelin-Starred Gastronomy, World-Class Wine, and Baroque Architecture in Spain's Most Celebrated Wine Region
HARO, LA RIOJA, SPAIN / ACCESS Newswire / April 30, 2026 / For travelers seeking a more immersive entry into Spain's wine country, La Rioja now has a new anchor: Hotel Palacio de Los Ángeles, a five-star boutique property that opened this spring inside a restored 18th-century Baroque palace in Haro - the historic wine capital of La Rioja Alta. Equal parts architectural landmark and cultural gateway, the hotel gives U.S. travelers a compelling new reason to look beyond Barcelona and Madrid toward one of Spain's most storied and sensory regions.
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Meticulously restored under the direction of Trenchs Studio, the palace preserves its original stonework and historic volumes while introducing a refined, minimalist interior of natural materials, soft neutral tones, and carefully curated lighting. The property offers 38 rooms and suites designed as serene retreats that blend modern comfort with subtle references to regional history, alongside 10 private one- and two-bedroom residences in an adjacent building with full access to hotel services. The result is a stay that feels rooted in place - quiet, considered, and deeply tied to the landscape outside.
At the heart of the hotel lies El Calado, a historic stone-carved underground cellar housing what is believed to be the world's largest collection of Rioja wines. The space serves as a living archive of the region's vinicultural legacy - hosting private tastings, exclusive dinners, and wine-focused events in one of Haro's most atmospheric settings. Above ground, La Ventilla Wine Bar and restaurant extend the experience, reinterpreting traditional Riojan cuisine through a contemporary lens with local produce, seasonality, and wine as the central thread.
The hotel's gastronomic program is led by Carlos and Ignacio Echapresto - the two-Michelin-starred brothers behind Venta Moncalvillo - who bring their commitment to local terroir directly to the property. Ingredients sourced from their own farm and garden anchor a culinary philosophy that is both rigorous and deeply regional. Guests can extend this experience through curated immersions: private sommelier-guided wine tours through La Rioja Alta, full-day excursions to artisan producers, and hot air balloon rides at dawn above the Ebro River valley and its patchwork of vineyards.
Beyond wine and gastronomy, the hotel offers a landscaped garden terrace with a heated outdoor pool, a spa offering Natura Bissé treatments, and a fully equipped gym. The property holds VERDE (GREEN) certification from Green Building Council Spain - a recognition of its sustainability-driven reconstruction and eco-conscious operations - and is an official member of The Leading Hotels of the World.
"Haro, at the heart of La Rioja, offers a rich cultural and viticultural heritage, and the team behind Palacio de Los Ángeles has embraced this setting with admirable vision. Their thoughtful revitalization of a historic palace, and ambition to create experiences that capture the spirit of the region speak directly to the values we champion."
- Dean Bannon, Vice President of Member Success & Development, The Leading Hotels of the World
As interest in experience-led travel to Spain continues to grow, Hotel Palacio de Los Ángeles positions La Rioja as a destination worthy of its own itinerary - a place where a glass of wine is as much history lesson as pleasure, and where a restored palace becomes the best possible base for understanding a region unlike any other.
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About Hotel Palacio de Los Ángeles
Hotel Palacio de Los Ángeles is a five-star boutique hotel located in Haro, the historic wine capital of La Rioja, Spain. Housed within a meticulously restored 18th-century Baroque palace, the hotel blends architectural heritage with contemporary, minimalist design by Trenchs Studio. The property features 38 rooms and suites, as well as 10 exclusive residences with full access to hotel amenities. Its wine-led gastronomic concept is curated by two-Michelin-starred chefs Carlos and Ignacio Echapresto and includes La Ventilla restaurant and wine bar, along with El Calado, home to the world's largest collection of Rioja wines. Additional amenities include a landscaped terrace with heated pool, spa and wellness facilities, gym, and event spaces. The hotel is an official member of The Leading Hotels of the World and holds VERDE (GREEN) certification from Green Building Council Spain.
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About The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd. (LHW)
In 1928, 38 independent hoteliers came together to create LHW which now comprises more than 400 hotels in over 80 countries, making it the largest collection of independent luxury hotels. Since its inception, the Company has carefully curated a selection of distinctive hotels, resorts, inns, chalets, villas, and safari camps, from the snow-capped Alps of Europe to the African veldt, to share them with adventurous souls who seek the remarkably uncommon. The LHW community is made up of exceptional individuals, united by a passion for the surprising discoveries and details that come with every travel experience. LHW hoteliers are artisans of hospitality whose expertise, commitment to excellence and individual flair allow them to create story-worthy moments for their guests. It is these authentic, individualized moments, combined with the warm high-touch service these hoteliers and their team provide, that keeps discerning travelers returning again and again. LHW's collection covers the globe and promises a broad range of destinations and unique experiences, enhanced by LHW's tiered guest loyalty program, Leaders Club. From converted former palaces and countryside retreats run by the same families for generations, to gleaming skyscrapers in dynamic urban centers, serene private island escapes, glamorous tented camps - and beyond - travelers are invited to explore, find inspiration, and experience unforgettable travel moments. For more information visit: www.lhw.com, Facebook at @LeadingHotels, Twitter at @LeadingHotels and Instagram @leadinghotelsoftheworld
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