# Mod Hotels Palacio del Retiro Has A Classical Shell Harboring Modern Romanticism By Shelby Lee Walsh | Published 2009-05-26 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotels-palacio-del-retiro References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/archives/2009/05/palacio_del_ret.php) Finding a hotel that doesn’t resemble the feel of a dentist’s office can be quite difficult. Personality and charm are things that have been consciously injected into Palacio del Retiro to make your temporary living space a fun and stimulating one. Located in Madrid, the Palacio del Retiro is a [boutique hotel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mesonia-boutique) in a prime location. Location, however, is not what attracts people to stay. [Classical Madrid decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotel-henrietta) covers the outside of the building, but [modern flare bursts inside](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kozmo-hotel-suites-spa). The Palacio del Retiro has wrought-iron balconies, sweeping staircases and cool pop art paired with dark wood floors and chandeliers. How modernly romantic! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [New Ventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/newventures) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modern Romanticism:** The incorporation of modern design elements into traditionally romantic spaces, like hotels, offers disruptive innovation opportunities for creating unique and captivating experiences for guests. - **Boutique Hotels:** The growing popularity of boutique hotels presents opportunities for disrupting the traditional hotel industry by offering personalized and unique accommodations and experiences. - **Reimagined Classic Decor:** The trend of blending classic and modern design elements in hospitality spaces provides opportunities for creating innovative and visually appealing environments that cater to diverse guest preferences. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry has the potential to disrupt traditional hotel experiences by embracing modern romanticism and offering unique, boutique accommodations. - **Interior Design:** The field of interior design can capitalize on the trend of reimagining classic decor by incorporating modern elements and creating visually striking spaces that evoke different emotions and moods. - **Art and Home Decor:** The art and home decor industry can explore opportunities to cater to the demand for modern romantic aesthetics by creating products and designs that blend classic and contemporary styles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Revitalized Retro Hotel Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kimpton-los-monteros-hotel.md) - [Mid-Century Nostalgic Hotel Redesigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotel-riomar.md) - [Modern Mallorca Stays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zafiro-palace-andratx.md) - [Elegant Boutique Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-barcelona-edition.md) - [Intimate Artful Historic Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hevresac-hotel.md) - [Authentic Hotel Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berlins-chteau-royal-hotel.md) - [Modern Milan Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotel-calimala-milano.md) - [Minimally Designed Luxe Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madrid-edition.md) - [Artisan Boutique Suites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mesonia-boutique.md)