"Verse Hotel" Almeria
Verse Hotel:
A Boutique Hub for El Paso Verse
A Historic Property with Cinematic Potential
Located in the Sierra Alhamilla region of Almería, Spain, Verse Hotel is a historic property with strong potential as a production hub, immersive hospitality venue, and event space for El Paso Verse. Originally a monastery turned hotel, the site has a rich heritage, stunning natural surroundings, and an ideal location for hosting cast, crew, and visitors.
The 21-room boutique hotel, featuring a natural hot spring, restaurant, terrace bar, and event spaces, provides an immediate base for productions and an upscale retreat. The site also includes gardens that are well-suited for a future camping area, offering potential for expansion into themed lodging and frontier-style accommodations.
Beyond accommodations, Verse Hotel would serve as a premiere film premiere and event location for the El Paso Verse community, offering an exclusive setting for screenings, industry gatherings, and immersive Western-themed experiences.
A Stunning Natural Setting in the Heart of a Filmmaking Region
Verse Hotel is strategically located within a region known for its deep cinematic history, surrounded by a plethora of filming locations. The Sierra Alhamilla mountains form a breathtaking backdrop, enhancing both the cinematic appeal and guest experience.
The region offers:
- Expansive desert and mountain views perfect for Western storytelling.
- A natural hot spring with spa potential for luxury and wellness experiences.
- Outdoor spaces suitable for film events, screenings, and production staging.
Its historic character, untouched landscape, and proximity to key film locations make it a compelling location for El Paso Verse.
Existing Assets and Required Development
While the property has a strong foundation, key updates and expansions are needed to fully integrate it into El Paso Verse, without compromising its historical integrity.
Existing infrastructure:
- 21-room hotel with restaurant, terrace bar, and spa.
- Gardens with potential for a themed camping site.
- A shell structure for 43 balcony apartments (Phase II development).
- Outdoor event space, pool, and gardens for immersive experiences.
- 15-minute drive to existing Western film sets.
Planned updates and enhancements:
- Updating hotel amenities and guest rooms while preserving historic elements.
- Completion of the 43-apartment Phase II structure for production housing.
- Conversion of one of the large bath halls into a private screening cinema room.
- A dedicated theatre in the basement for exclusive film screenings and events.
- Development of a structured camping/lodging plan in the garden areas.
With these improvements, Verse Hotel would evolve into the primary event, screening, and hospitality hub for El Paso Verse, offering a mix of comfort, functionality, and cinematic immersion.
Strategic Value for El Paso Verse
Unlike undeveloped land options, Verse Hotel provides an immediate operational base with:
- Existing accommodations, reducing the need for temporary lodging solutions.
- A built-in hospitality infrastructure, expediting launch timelines.
- A central location within a well-established film production region.
Additionally, the property’s 244,084 m² of land (with 60,000 m² of zoned urban land) allows for future expansion, including:
- Themed lodging and Old West-style villas.
- Cinematic event spaces for screenings and premieres.
- Dedicated production zones with long-term film facilities.
RECOMMENATION:
A Scalable and Immersive Experience
Verse Hotel is not just a filming location—it is a foundation for a fully integrated production, event, and hospitality hub. With its historic character, strategic location, and film industry relevance, it is an ideal candidate for El Paso Verse’s first major physical site, supporting film premieres, industry events, immersive tourism, and long-term productions.
Link to existing hotel operation: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g1728823-d1739059-Reviews-Hotel_Balneario_Sierra_Alhamilla-Pechina_Province_of_Almeria_Andalucia.html
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