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Hotels in Spain: A Perfect Holiday for Art Enthusiasts

With its well-deserved reputation, Spain has become a haven for art enthusiasts. Spain offers numerous museums and exhibits showcasing its world-famous art, as the country is the home of many great artists, including Pablo Picasso, El Greco and Diego Velázquez.

Enjoying an excursion to see these artworks in person is not expensive, making the experience all the more pleasurable. There are plenty of hotels in Spain available for every budget and requirement, whether you want to see the stunning architecture of Barcelona, or the avant-garde museums of Bilbao or perhaps the world-famous art museums of Madrid.

Visiting the Cultural Capital

Along with many other notable art museums in the capital, one worth noting is the Museo Nacional del Prado, which holds over 8,600 paintings, include many notable Old Masters works, including Velazquez, Rembrandt, Rubens, El Greco, Titian, Raphael and Goya.

It is impossible for art enthusiasts to see the entire collection in one day, as the museum is so large. It would take several days to really see everything in the museum, so it is worth noting which artworks you would like to see, beforehand. There are many hotels in Spain which are great value for money and range from modern complexes to luxury hotels situated in some of the city’s beautiful historical buildings.

Be inspired on the streets of Barcelona

While Barcelona merits a visit due to the breathtaking Gaudi architecture showcased throughout the city, it also houses a Picasso Museum with 3,500 of the artist’s earliest works and a Catalan National Art Museum.

Witness Gothic, Renaissance and Romanesque art from the 11th to 18th centuries in the Catalan National Art Museum (MNAC), as well as a spectrum of Catalan art. When searching for Spain hotels in Barcelona accommodation can be found starting from £32 per person per night.

Discover modern art in the city of Bilbao

To see a large array of art from the time period of 1945 to now, visit the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. The museum building, a large curvy structure created from titanium, limestone and glass, sits by the Nervion River.

There are a lot of electronic and installation art forms in the museum, with traditional paintings and sculptures being in the minority and outside, there is a 30-foot-tall puppy topiary, designed by American artist Jeff Koons. For those who prefer more traditional forms of art, visiting the Museo de Bellas Artes may be more appealing. A boutique hotel in the old historic sector of Bilbao near the Guggenheim Museum can be found from around £45 per person per night.

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