Hotel Project in Dénia: Mediterranean Elegance and Sustainability in a Historic Estate
In the heart of the Mediterranean, where the deep blue of the sea blends with the fragrance of orange blossoms, a truly unique hotel project emerges. This proposal combines the authenticity of Valencia’s rural heritage with the demands of contemporary high-quality tourism. Located in Dénia, in the very heart of the Costa Blanca, this historic estate offers a rare opportunity to invest in an eco-sustainable, exclusive hotel concept with timeless charm.
Vision: Reviving the Glamour of Rural Mediterranean Living
The project aims to recreate the classic splendor of rural Mediterranean life, reinterpreted for today’s traveler seeking rest, authenticity, and well-being. It arrives at an ideal moment in the tourism market, where soulful experiences rooted in local identity represent the true definition of luxury.
The vision is clear: to restore the essence of Mediterranean hospitality in an environment of tranquility, culture, and nature, where each stay becomes a sensory journey deeply connected to the landscape and its history.
Mission: An Eco-Sustainable Model of Relaxation and Tradition
The business model is based on creating a sustainable hotel focused on rest, slow enjoyment, and disconnection from urban life. The estate integrates traditional values—rural architecture, local gastronomy, and organic agriculture—with a contemporary operational design and competitive pricing, aligned with the growing demand for experiential and responsible tourism.
A Singular Hotel Project on the Costa Blanca
The future hotel will feature 58 rooms and a total capacity of 92 guests, complemented by generous communal areas designed for comfort and high-quality events.
Key facilities include:
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A restaurant for 60 guests offering locally sourced Mediterranean cuisine
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A terrace bar with capacity for 80 people
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A main event space for up to 200 attendees
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A secondary event area for 75 guests
This combination of spaces makes the project ideal for weddings, retreats, private celebrations, and corporate events, enhanced by its natural surroundings and historic character.
A Historic Legacy Transformed into a Hotel Experience
The estate, known as Casa Solariega del Carmen, is one of the few centenary properties still preserved on the Mediterranean Costa Blanca. With over 2,000 m² of built space set at the heart of a 45,000 m² orange grove, the property combines traditional architecture with living history.
The main building, dating back to the early 19th century, is surrounded by agricultural outbuildings and former service houses, all constructed with noble materials: stone walls, handcrafted terracotta floors, vaulted ceilings, and traditional Arab tile roofs.
Every space exudes authenticity, evoking the aristocratic past of the Morand y Valero de Palma family, former owners and pioneers in the export of raisins and agricultural products throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.
The estate benefits from three private wells, potable water, internet connection, electricity with its own transformer, and all essential services required for development as a high-category hotel establishment.
Strategic Location and Exceptional Climate
Located in the so-called Spanish Mediterranean Arc, the property enjoys a privileged position between the cities of Valencia and Alicante, just:
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105 km from Alicante Airport
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110 km from Valencia Airport
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120 km from the port of Ibiza (1.5 hours by ferry)
Dénia boasts one of the most pleasant climates in Europe, with over 300 days of sunshine per year, an average annual temperature of 21°C, mild winters, and gentle summers thanks to the influence of the sea and the protection of the Montgó Natural Park.
An ideal environment for outdoor living, nautical sports, and enjoying the Mediterranean lifestyle year-round.
The Surroundings: Nature, Culture, and Connectivity
The estate is located just 700 meters from the sea, surrounded by traditional plantations and historic rural mansions.
With a population of approximately 40,000, Dénia is a dynamic, cosmopolitan city with a vibrant cultural and gastronomic scene. Its international port offers daily connections to the Balearic Islands and hosts over 2,000 vessels across its marinas and yacht clubs.
Highlights include:
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A marine reserve and the Montgó Natural Park, ideal for outdoor activities
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UNESCO-recognized Mediterranean gastronomy, with renowned restaurants and Michelin stars
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A wide range of leisure options, markets, boutiques, and shopping centers
Distances from the estate:
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3 km to Dénia
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10 km to Jávea
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700 m to Les Marines beach
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4.5 km to La Sella Golf Course
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1.5 km to Marina Salud Hospital
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6 km to the AP-7 motorway access
A perfect location for both domestic and international tourism, with all amenities just minutes away.
Heritage Value and Urban Planning Exclusivity
Casa Solariega del Carmen stands on protected, non-developable land where only low-density hotel projects are permitted.
This guarantees long-term exclusivity and preservation, making it one of the very few historic estates able to retain its authenticity in an increasingly sought-after environment.
Its noble past—as a center for muscat grape cultivation and later a prestigious orange grove—provides a compelling narrative, ideal for integration into a hotel brand with a strong and distinctive identity.
The Orange Grove: Productive Nature and a Sensory Setting
The estate is surrounded by a private 40,600 m² orange grove with over 1,200 “Valencia Late” orange trees, grafted onto Citrange Troyer rootstock.
The annual harvest, between April and May, coincides with the orange blossom season, creating an incomparable sensory experience that can be seamlessly incorporated into the hotel’s guest offering.
The irrigation and fertilization system is fully automated and financially supported by the proceeds of the agricultural production.
Architecture and Estate Buildings
The complex consists of several buildings, all of significant architectural value and tourism potential:
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Main House (450 m²): 6 double bedrooms and 1 single bedroom, 3 bathrooms, spacious living rooms with fireplace, dining room, kitchen, inner courtyard, two covered porches, and two panoramic terraces totaling 180 m² overlooking the orange grove.
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Caretaker’s House (344 m²): a 172 m² loft-style apartment with bathroom and kitchen; a former stable of an additional 172 m² on the ground floor; a courtyard with palm trees and a traditional Arab wood-fired oven.
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Studio and Garages (237 m²): garage for two cars and a high-ceiling (5 m) interior studio, formerly used as a drying room and wine cellar.
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Swimming Pool and Stone Walls (460 m²): a natural cistern-style swimming pool fed by well water (18°C year-round), enclosed by 3-meter-high stone walls extending over 300 meters.
Every corner of the estate invites guests to rediscover the most authentic Mediterranean spirit, blending history, architecture, and nature in a project with soul and international projection.
An Investment Opportunity with Emotional and Heritage Value
Investing in this project means becoming part of a forward-looking vision that unites sustainability, culture, and exclusivity.
Dénia has firmly established itself as one of the strongest tourism destinations on the Costa Blanca, supported by a stable and growing market driven by both national and international high-net-worth travelers seeking authentic experiences and characterful accommodation.
Casa del Carmen offers not only a historic legacy, but a tangible opportunity to create a benchmark Mediterranean hotel—a place where tradition is transformed into contemporary luxury and where every detail reflects the true essence of the Mediterranean art of living.