Marqués de Riscal Hotel, Luxury hotel in Elciego, Spain.
Marqués de Riscal Hotel is a luxury accommodation in Elciego with titanium and steel ribbons wrapping around a four-story structure. The flowing forms reflect different colors throughout the day, creating a striking visual composition.
The hotel opened in 2006 on the grounds of Marqués de Riscal winery, which has produced wines since 1858. This connection links the accommodation to generations of winemaking heritage at the location.
The Michelin-starred restaurant uses regional Rioja ingredients combined with modern cooking methods to create refined versions of Spanish dishes. The dining experience connects directly to the area's wine traditions and local food culture.
The property includes 61 rooms, three restaurants, a wine bar, meeting spaces, and a spa with grape-based treatments. Guests can find everything needed for a multi-day stay without leaving the grounds.
Frank Gehry incorporated over 425 titanium and stainless steel plates into the exterior, using pink, gold, and silver tones. These carefully chosen colors echo the rolling landscape of the Rioja wine region.
Location: Elciego
Inception: October 10, 2006
Architects: Frank Gehry
Official opening: 2006
Floors above the ground: 4
Phone: +34945180880
Website: https://marquesderiscal.com/seccion_menueng.php?a=43&tipo=N&id=30
GPS coordinates: 42.51161,-2.61801
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:03
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