Hospes Amerigo, Alicante, Spain

Morning drifts through arcades scented with espresso and sea air from the nearby marina. In the hushed bones of a former Dominican convent, Hospes Amérigo folds stone cloisters and smooth modern lines into a boutique city hideaway. With 80 rooms and suites, you’re steps from Alicante Cathedral and the palm-lined Explanada—urban energy below, calm courtyards and a rooftop pool above facing Santa Bárbara Castle.

What Makes It Special

• Historic setting in a restored convent, with vaulted spaces and contemporary artful design
• Rooftop terrace & pool with castle views and golden-hour cocktails
• Small-but-serious spa—sauna, treatments, and a tranquil indoor pool for city resets
• Mediterranean kitchen—local rice dishes, market fish, citrus-bright desserts
• Heart-of-the-city location—cathedral, marina, and old-town lanes within a short stroll
  

A Day at Hospes Amérigo

Morning
Breakfast beneath high ceilings: fresh orange juice, warm ensaimada, and creamy yogurt with local honey. Sunlight stripes the stone as bells drift from the cathedral.

Afternoon
Wander the Explanada under a mosaic of palms; take a quick dip back on the rooftop where the castle hovers like a sentinel. Steam, a shower, and a siesta in linen-crisp calm.

Evening
A glass of Alicante DO wine, then dinner: red prawns, saffron rice, olive oil bright as sun.

Night
The rooftop softens to candlelight; the castle glows amber; a quiet walk through old-town alleys is perfumed with jasmine.

Insider Tips for Hospes Amérigo

• Hyper-central: you can walk to the beach, marina, old town, bars & restaurants in minutes.
• The hotel lends beach towels—ask at reception.
• Breakfast until 11:00; made-to-order item. Great value: the 3-course lunch in the restaurant.
• Rooftop at night is a must for a drink and the castle lit up.
• Pre-book parking or use a nearby public garage with a hotel stamp.

Why We Love It (Curated Highlights)

At Hotelagio we hand-pick only stays that feel truly one-of-a-kind. This property made our list because of these rare details:

• Sacred bones, modern soul—heritage architecture wrapped in clean, contemporary comfort.
• Castle-facing rooftop—swim with a view of Santa Bárbara at dusk.
• Local flavor—market-led menus and Valencian rice made with care.
• Cloistered calm—quiet corners in the very center of town.
  

For Whom

For couples: castle-view swims and courtyard dinners by candlelight.
For culture lovers: old-town museums, castle hikes, and the marina promenade on your doorstep.
For business travelers: central address, soothing spa, restful rooms with solid desks and Wi-Fi.

Quick Facts (Luxury Snapshot)

Location: Alicante, Spain—historic center near the cathedral; ~15–20 min from Alicante–Elche Airport (ALC)
Rooms: 80 rooms & suites
Rates: From USD 304—great value for a design-forward heritage stay with a rooftop pool
Best for: Urban weekends, culture-and-cuisine trips, romantic city breaks
Style: Boutique, Historical, Modern city hotel