Fab 40: Hotel Consolación, Aragón

Surrounded by mountains, pines, almond and olive trees and set near the tiny historic town of Teruel (population: 400) this might be the perfect rural retreat. We particularly like the hotel’s Kubes, ten minimalist villas inspired by the architecture of Craig Ellwood and Mies van der Rohe. All feature private terraces, black slate bath tubs, rain showers, natural beauty products, and the usual tech comforts like WiFi, plasma TV, and iPod connectivity. The restaurant serves up delicious local and seasonal fare and the views from the outdoor infinity pool are simply stunning.

Established by Ignacio Fernandez Rodgriquez in 2003, Aspid Cars has brought the Supercar to Spain

Established by Ignacio Fernandez Rodgriquez in 2003, Aspid Cars has brought the Supercar to Spain

(Image credit: TBC)

Established by Ignacio Fernandez Rodgriquez in 2003, Aspid Cars has brought the Supercar to Spain

(Image credit: TBC)

Established by Ignacio Fernandez Rodgriquez in 2003, Aspid Cars has brought the Supercar to Spain

(Image credit: TBC)

Established by Ignacio Fernandez Rodgriquez in 2003, Aspid Cars has brought the Supercar to Spain

(Image credit: TBC)

Hotel Consolacion, Aragon

(Image credit: TBC)

Read the Article: Hotel Consolacion, Aragon

The Cubic rooms of Aragon's Hotel Consolacion perch high above Aragon

(Image credit: TBC)

A high-design boutique hotel, Consolacion sits atop a rocky ravine in North East Spain

(Image credit: TBC)

Espadrilles, the stylish Spanish footwear of choice

Espadrilles

(Image credit: TBC)

Read the Article: Espadrilles

Espadrilles, the stylish Spanish footwear of choice

(Image credit: TBC)

Espadrilles, the stylish Spanish footwear of choice

(Image credit: TBC)

Studio House Acoran II, by Gyp Arquitectos

Studio House Acoran II

(Image credit: TBC)

Read the Article: Studio House Acoran II, by Gyp Arquitectos

Studio House Acoran II

(Image credit: TBC)

Recycling centre by Hidalgo Hartmann architects

(Image credit: TBC)

Hidalgo Hartmann

(Image credit: TBC)

Read the Article: Hidalgo Hartmann

Recycling Centre, Barcelona by Hidalgo Hartmann

(Image credit: TBC)

Recycling Centre, Barcelona by Hidalgo Hartmann

(Image credit: TBC)

Hotel Ferrero, Valencia

(Image credit: TBC)

Read the Article: Hotel Ferrero, Valencia

Hotel Ferrero, Valencia

(Image credit: TBC)

Hotel Ferrero, Valencia

(Image credit: TBC)

Hotel Ferrero, Valencia exterior

(Image credit: TBC)

Hotel Ferrero, Valencia outside dinning area

(Image credit: TBC)

Hotel Ferrero, Valencia exterior

(Image credit: TBC)

Hotel Ferrero, Valencia

(Image credit: TBC)

Hotel Ferrero, Valencia Swimming pool area

(Image credit: TBC)

Hotel Ferrero, Valencia bathroom area

(Image credit: TBC)

Hotel Ferrero, Valencia bedroom

(Image credit: TBC)

Hotel Ferrero, Valencia interior

(Image credit: TBC)

Villa Julia Playhouse

(Image credit: TBC)

Ultzama Equestrian Centre

(Image credit: TBC)

Read the Article: Ultzama Equestrian Centre, Navarre

Valdermorillo House, by Padilla Nicas

Valdermorillo House, by Padilla Nicas

(Image credit: TBC)

Read the Article: Valdermorillo House, by Padilla Nicas

Valdermorillo House, by Padilla Nicas

(Image credit: TBC)

Valdermorillo House, by Padilla Nicas

(Image credit: TBC)

Women's Institute Mostoles

(Image credit: TBC)

Read the Article: Women's Institute Mostoles, by Nodo

Women's Institute Mostoles, by Nodo

(Image credit: TBC)

Women's Institute Mostoles, by Nodo

(Image credit: TBC)

Pamplona Fiesta Posters

(Image credit: TBC)

Read the Article: Pamplona Fiesta Posters

One of the 2009 Pamplona Festival's high-colour posters

(Image credit: TBC)

One of the 2009 Pamplona Festival's high-colour posters

(Image credit: TBC)

One of the 2009 Pamplona Festival's high-colour posters

(Image credit: TBC)

One of the 2009 Pamplona Festival's high-colour posters

(Image credit: TBC)

One of the 2009 Pamplona Festival's high-colour posters

(Image credit: TBC)

One of the 2009 Pamplona Festival's high-colour posters

(Image credit: TBC)

One of the 2009 Pamplona Festival's high-colour posters

(Image credit: TBC)

Ricardo Bofill Architect

(Image credit: TBC)

Read the Article: Ricardo Bofill Architect

Muralla by Ricardo Bofill Architects

(Image credit: TBC)

Fabrica by Ricardo Bofill Architects

(Image credit: TBC)

Simil Jesus by Ricardo Fumnal

Ricardo Fumanal. Dior Couture, by Ricardo Fumanal

(Image credit: TBC)

Simil Jesus by Ricardo Fumnal

(Image credit: TBC)

Work for GIles Deacon by Ricardo Fumnal

(Image credit: TBC)

Artwork for Mango by RIcardo Fumnal

(Image credit: TBC)

The Lab Room Spa, Madrid

The Lab Room Spa

(Image credit: TBC)

Read the Article: The Lab Room Spa, Madrid

The Lab Room Spa, Madrid

(Image credit: TBC)

The Lab Room Spa, Madrid

(Image credit: TBC)

 Tomas alonso, Designer

Tomas alonso, Designer

(Image credit: TBC)

Trestle table by Spanish designer, Tomas Alonso

(Image credit: TBC)

Trestle table by Spanish designer, Tomas Alonso

(Image credit: TBC)

Luis Venegas, Publisher

(Image credit: TBC)

Read the Article: Luis Venegas, Publisher

Erotic publishing from Spanish creative, Luis Venegas

(Image credit: TBC)

Erotic publishing from Spanish creative, Luis Venegas

(Image credit: TBC)

Wind Farms

(Image credit: TBC)

Wind farms help keep things running at the Aire de Bardenas Hotel

(Image credit: TBC)

ADDRESS

Carretera Nacional 232, km 96. 44652 Monroyo, Matarraña (Teruel). Spain

VIEW GOOGLE MAPS

Melina Keays is the entertaining director of Wallpaper*. She has been part of the brand since the magazine’s launch in 1996, and is responsible for entertaining content across the print and digital platforms, and for Wallpaper’s creative agency Bespoke. A native Londoner, Melina takes inspiration from the whole spectrum of art and design – including film, literature, and fashion. Her work for the brand involves curating content, writing, and creative direction – conceiving luxury interior landscapes with a focus on food, drinks, and entertaining in all its forms