Canfranc Estación, a Royal Hideaway Hotel.

Occupying a monumental 1928 international railway station in the Aragonese Pyrenees, this hotel is a masterclass in adaptive reuse. The architecture remains a towering landmark of European transit history, while the interiors trade industrial grit for refined 1920s glamour. Rooms are defined by art deco accents, velvet, and brass, subtly referencing regional Aragonese textiles. Gastronomy is a central pillar here; diners can opt for a Michelin-starred experience or eat inside two meticulously restored vintage rail carriages parked on the tracks. Beyond the heritage halls, the property features a subterranean wellness center with a heated pool and a library bar for quiet cocktails. Its location serves as a high-altitude base for exploring the nearby Astún and Candanchú ski resorts or hiking the Western Valleys, blending historical gravity with modern alpine luxury.