“Long is the time, happens however the true” (Friedrich Hölderlin)
An improbable hotel in the heart of the city
It could be said that València was born at Caro Hotel. All the civilizations that once inhabited the city still live on within the Palace of the Marquis of Caro and the House of the Masters of the Temple. And every place of interest in the historic centre lies just a few steps from the hotel.
Beyond both properties and the generous weight of history, it is the people who matter most. Every walk, every recommendation from our team becomes a small surprise, an unexpected visit.
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Two restorations that took years
The restoration of the Palacio Marqués de Caro involved an extensive, painstaking archaeological campaign that revealed the building’s true antiquity and helped shape its distinct identity.
The oldest mosaic in València, a Roman villa that served the circus of Valentia, three of the circus’s imposing metae, various Visigothic remains, a tower and the largest surviving stretch of the 12th‑century Arab city wall, the access arch to a medieval tower, the Gothic palace itself, and hidden details from 17th‑ and 18th‑century extensions — all of it was buried, waiting to be found.
Everything has been carefully preserved, restored, displayed, and woven into the rooms and public spaces of Caro Hotel. What was once unimaginable is now a place with a soul forged by the slow passage of time on this very site, wrapped in a distinguished, singular, and unforgettable atmosphere.
And, when we decided to expand the hotel, the neighboring House of the Masters of the Temple was found to be hiding Roman ruins—a direct continuation of those preserved in the Palace. Among them was an Islamic almunia with a hidden garden that sheltered a beautiful 12th-century Mudéjar fountain, now restored and integrated into our spa. It also held the traces of the Knights Templar, who occupied this site in the 13th century.
It was upon these historic vestiges that the building that survives today was constructed in the 18th century. Its meticulous restoration has seamlessly integrated the Islamic fountain, respected the original ceilings exactly as their former inhabitants left them, and recovered the early 20th-century Art Nouveau floors.
Authentic décor
To the clean, geometric beauty of Francesc Rifé’s timeless interior design were added, like a visual perfume, genuine elements from both buildings. The interplay of light and proportions and the use of volumes made it possible to bring together such different worlds in a coherent way, giving Caro Hotel a truly unique character.
The walls and ceilings of the Palace’s common areas and rooms are dotted with pieces of incalculable value. In the lobby, there is part of the Roman circus cornice; in the Meta Bar, three of its metae; in the corridors and in the restaurant, medieval tiles; and in the rooms, the raw beauty of the exposed brick used in València’s Arab wall.
Within the House of the Masters of the Temple, the interior design seamlessly integrates original features reclaimed during the restoration: the Mudéjar fountain, historic ceilings—many showcasing remnants of 18th- and 19th-century frescoes—and early 20th-century Art Nouveau tiled floors.
Time flows slowly within the walls of Caro Hotel, an ally of each guest’s sense of wonder, as their gaze becomes part of the story of this place.
Hotel craftmanship
There are no two rooms alike at Caro Hotel. Its 38 guestrooms occupy original spaces within the palace that stood here for centuries. Each one has been meticulously and thoughtfully restored, and many feature existing historical and architectural elements.
Francesc Rifé’s design approach has given the hotel a clean, geometric and contemporary aesthetic. It creates a timeless atmosphere, where silence and privacy take centre stage, offering guests the well-being of feeling part of the slow passage of time…
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Authentic hospitality for a memorable stay
Caro Hotel is not a hotel for the masses, although everything has been designed with complete comfort in mind. The silence that surrounds the place, the textures, the indirect lighting, and the choice of exclusively made resting elements are all deliberate decisions.
The same is true of its spirit and its way of serving. Caro Hotel’s hospitality is genuine, always attentive to the guest and focused on their well-being. What defines us is a friendly, warm and dedicated service. Our hospitality is a craft, where the human touch truly makes the difference.
Synonym for excellence
Our commitment to excellence is absolute. We spare no dedication: the true value of Caro Hotel lies in the more than 30 people who make impeccable hospitality possible from an independent perspective.
Caro Hotel is also certified with the Q for Quality and the S for Sustainability, both symbols of the highest standards in hotel service. And since 2024, we have also held 1 Michelin Key, a distinction that highlights hotel excellence in aspects such as design, comfort, service, local character and the guest’s overall experience.
Sustainable identity
We understand sustainability from the ground up and manage with full responsibility.
We do not stop at words alone: we create quality jobs, preserve the heritage that is our home, and remain fully aware of the environmental impact of our activity. A project as unique as Caro Hotel can only be sustainable through consistency and truth.
Caro Hotel is the only 5-star hotel in València accredited with the S for Sustainability.
