Saturday, September 10, 2011

Raphael Hotel


This Spanish Renaissance style building was built as an apartment building in 1927.  After complete restoration to maintain its historical character, the Raphael Hotel opened in 1975.  It helped launch the boutique hotel trend.  It has received many awards and is a Marriott Autograph Collection of Independent hotels.  A fabulous restaurant is also within the hotel.

5 comments:

Birdman said...

What an elaborate entranceway.

Randy said...

I'll bet it's pretty at night.

Sharon said...

I love places like this. I'll have to check this one out some day.

Leif Hagen said...

She looks like a real beauty! Feel free to show us the inside lobby... (hint, hint)

RedPat said...

Such an elegant place!