Hotel Posada del Peine is located in the historic center of Madrid not far from Puerta del Sol. Today it is one of the oldest hotels in Spain: having first opened its doors to guests in 1610 and remained in operation until 1960, Posada del Peine was closed for renovation and only in 2006 opened its doors once again to the city's visitors.
It should be said that this is not just a hotel, but a true architectural monument and a symbol of Madrid's hospitality. The unusual shape of the building reflects three different styles, which can be explained by the fact that the hotel was constantly being added to and expanded. In addition to the increase in the number of rooms and changes to the interiors, the exterior was also transformed: after the reconstruction of 1892, recesses for decorative elements and a clock appeared on the facade walls. And the hotel facade that we see today consists of three parts of various shapes, connected to each other by small gallery passages.
Hotel Posada del Peine gained its fame as early as the 17th century, when it became renowned thanks to its unique service. The owner of the inn placed combs on the guests' bedside tables, which they could take away with them as a keepsake. In those days, having your own comb was a relative luxury, so the grateful fame of this place spread far beyond Madrid. "Peine," which is translated from Spanish as "comb," is still the symbol of this hotel.
