Art Lovers Will Love the Cultural Breaks with Hotels in Spain

Art enthusiasts are going to enjoy a holiday in Spain, because of its well-deserved reputation as a haven for art. 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.

To feast your eyes upon these delicious artworks, you do not need to spend a lot of money. Whether you want to enjoy the world-famous art museums of Madrid, the stunning architecture of Barcelona or the avant-garde museums of Bilbao, you will find there are plenty of affordable hotels in Spain that are ready and willing to meet your needs.

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.

In fact, the museum is so large that it is impossible for art enthusiasts to see the entire collection in one day. 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.

Barcelona never fails to inspire

Barcelona boasts two amazing artistic experiences: be wowed by the breathtaking Gaudi architecture showcased throughout the city, or the 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. Accommodation starts as little as £32 per person per night and can be found by searching for Spain hotels.

Discover modern art in the city of Bilbao

To see a modern and contemporary art museum trot along to the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, which holds a a large array of art from the time period of 1945 to now. Located by the Nervion River, the museum building is a large curvy structure created from titanium, limestone and glass.

A 30-foot-tall puppy topiary, designed by American artist Jeff Koons, dominates the museum grounds and inside traditional paintings and sculptures are a minority in the collection, which trends towards electronic and installation art forms. For those who prefer more traditional forms of art, visiting the Museo de Bellas Artes may be more appealing. To stay near the gorgeous historic sector of Bilbao near the Guggenheim Museum, there are boutique hotels to be found from around £45 per person per night.