At CAOBA Hotels, we believe that traveling is not just about moving around the world — it is about immersing yourself in a deep aesthetic and cultural experience. Our properties are not merely places to stay: more than that, many of our hotels have become true museums, living museums where art, architecture, and design speak in every corner.
Below, we present four gems from our collection that embody this museographic spirit: Bao Bei, IZZA Marrakech, La Casa del Ciprés, and Casa Manuela Marbella.
Bao Bei (Granada, Nicaragua)
- Architecture and History
Bao Bei is a lovingly restored private colonial home dating back to 1930. The building had been abandoned since the 1960s and was recovered while respecting its original essence: brick arches, open courtyards, artisanal materials, and an aesthetic that merges history and serenity. - Wabi-sabi Design
Its design embraces the wabi-sabi concept: beauty in imperfection, a minimalist aesthetic that seeks harmony with nature. Soft colors, wood, tradition… everything feels authentic and comforting. - Art Gallery
Bao Bei features its own visual gallery (you can see an exquisitely curated photo collection on its website) that reflects its aesthetic identity, its spaces, its history, and the artistic character of the house. - Guest Experience
Staying at Bao Bei means enjoying not just a luxury villa, but a sanctuary where every architectural and decorative element seems designed to inspire peace and beauty.
IZZA Marrakech (Marrakech, Morocco)
- A Unique Museum Hotel
On our website, IZZA is described as “the world’s only NFT gallery museum hotel.” Located in the heart of the Marrakech medina, IZZA is not just a traditional riad: it is a space where Berber hospitality meets contemporary, digital, and even generative art. - Art Collection
It houses over 300 carefully selected artworks, both physical and digital. Here, contemporary Moroccan artists —such as Hassan Hajjaj or Leila Alaoui— coexist with NFT creators like Refik Anadol or Tyler Hobbs. - Architecture and Design
Its architecture strikes a balance between tradition and modernity: tadelakt, zellige tiles, arched courtyards —all in a minimalist style designed to offer an artistic oasis within the medina. - Creative Community
IZZA invites guests to become part of its “House of Friends,” a place to connect, share ideas, and discover. The hotel also organizes events, exhibitions, and guided tours to immerse you in its museum-like experience throughout your stay.
La Casa del Ciprés (Córdoba, Spain)
- Jewels of Andalusian Heritage
Located in Córdoba, La Casa del Ciprés is a historic 600 m² manor house featuring an impressive courtyard with arches and galleries that evoke Andalusian tradition. Its Mudéjar architecture resonates with centuries of history, and its restoration has honored every detail. - The Quintessential Museum Hotel
Listed as a “Museum Hotel” within CAOBA’s features, this property is far more than a place to sleep: its spaces tell stories, its architecture is a work of art, and every corner invites you to contemplate the beauty of the past. - Cultural Experiences
At La Casa del Ciprés, you can enjoy authentic experiences: flamenco performances in the courtyard, Montilla-Moriles wine tastings led by sommeliers, or a paella cooked in-house with local ingredients.
Casa Manuela Marbella (Marbella, Spain)
- A Contemporary Sanctuary
Casa Manuela is an Andalusian estate transformed into a sanctuary designed to celebrate life. The architecture blends Mediterranean tradition (whitewashed walls, terracotta tiles, open patios) with a refined minimalist aesthetic. - Art Gallery in Every Corner
One of its most distinctive features is its collection of artworks: playful, curious pieces with a local and traditional character that decorate the interiors with a deeply human sensitivity. - Emotional Design
Designed by architect Juan Bengoa and decorator Daniella Van Twee, Casa Manuela embraces organic textures, natural materials, and a design ethos that encourages reconnection. - Exclusive Privacy
The entire house is reserved for you: no matter how many rooms you choose, the estate becomes your private sanctuary, complete with daily cleaning and an environment designed for living freely and peacefully.
Why Is It Important for a Hotel to Also Be a Museum?
Transforming a hotel into a museum is not just a matter of aesthetics: it is a statement of purpose. It means that beauty is not merely decorative — it is meant to be lived; that every object, every artwork, every archway carries a narrative, a story.
When you stay in one of CAOBA’s museum hotels, you don’t simply walk into a room: you immerse yourself in a full artistic experience. You don’t just rest: you contemplate, you learn, you are inspired. In these spaces, art galleries and architectural details elevate hospitality to the level of a living work of art.
There is also a profound value in preserving heritage: restoring and maintaining historic buildings, manor houses, colonial villas, or traditional riads is not only an act of hospitality — it is a cultural mission. By combining this with collections of physical, digital, or generative art, we create a bridge between past, present, and future.
Direct Booking & CAOBA Exclusivity
All these hotels —Bao Bei, IZZA Marrakech, La Casa del Ciprés, and Casa Manuela Marbella— are partially exclusive to CAOBA. This means you may not always find them on large, crowded booking platforms, but you can access them directly through our pre-booking module.
By booking directly:
- You establish a more personal connection with the hotel.
- You avoid third-party fees.
- You gain access to special conditions or more flexible stays.
CAOBA’s “museum hotels” are more than places to stay: they are spaces where architecture, design, and art merge into a transformative travel experience. Whether you are surrounded by digital art in Marrakech, colonial history in Nicaragua, Andalusian charm in Córdoba, or Mediterranean calm in Marbella, every stay invites you to live not just a night, but a work of art.
Exploring these hotels is, ultimately, a way to travel through time, art, and beauty.
