Only by its pure air and thermal medicinal waters in the shadow of the pine forest.
HOTEL MIRAMAR HISTORY
VIEW OF THE SURROUNDING AREA
1936 - 1967
THE GRAND CENTRAL STAIRCASE
The hotel was built in 1816 at a cost of over 1,000,000 pesetas (€6000) at the time it was one of the finest hotels in Europe. Highly decorated, it was visited by Noblemen and Royalty, i.e. Queen Victoria of England visited sometime during the 18th Century and of course the Spanish royals.
Nearby the Hotel Miramar is a large pine forest with numerous paths with old stone made benches and viewing area where walkers can sit and rest.
From the early 20s until 1936 the hotel stood empty then the Spanish Government took over the Hotel and made it into a hospital for children with tuberculosis.
It stayed open until the disease in Spain was almost eradicated.
The Grand central staircase was originally tiled with marble. Since the hotel closure all the marble has gone!
Aigues means water in the local Valenciano language
The origin of the name comes from its underground thermal waters found in the Cabeco d’or mountain also named the Sierra del Hombre.
Take a stroll in the pine forest.
The first document dated 1596 states the ownership to the Alicante Town hall. In 1816 there was a dispute between the Marquis of Bosch and Alicante. The dispute ended in 1865 when the judge of Jijona ruled the Marquis as the legal owner.
The large dining room. note the lamps hanging from the ceiling possibly gas powered at the time this picture was taken.
Aigües was famous for its health and tourism, at the time, most of the village economy came from the well known Hotel Spa. These days the people of the village work away in nearby towns or in the city of Alicante.
THE TOWN NAME AIGUES
THE PINE FOREST
LOCATION
THE CANOVAS PARK
The name of Aigues was first shown on a document (written in latin ) by Fernando. The Catholic.
The village of Aigues is 24 km from Alicante, stands 341 meters above sea level, with 546 habitants.
THE CHAPEL
MEDICINAL PROPERTIES OF THE BATHS
AVENUE DE TORRE THADOR
THIS HISTORIC
VALUE OF AIGUES
The chapel, for prayer and rest.
Calcium sulfate 1,33 gr. Magnesium sulfate 0,95 gr. Calcium chloride 0,22 gr. Magnesium chloride 0,52 WaterTemperature 41C
During the Middle Ages, Aigüesplayed an important role due tothe fact that it was a borderingmunicipality located betweenthe reigns of Aragon andCastilla ,its name is mentionedin various important ancient documents.
VILLAGE HOT WATER
THE GARDEN
1989
SWIMMING POOL
The houses in the village of Aigues and the surrounding area have 24/7 running water at a constant 41C!
I wonder if they have cold water too?
The very well kept gardens.
In 1989 Prognosis S.A bought the hotel with plans on turning it into a home for the aged. there was outcry from the villagers, not wanting there tranquil village turned into a busy thoroughfare.
The massive swimming pool approximately 25 x 25 M2 & 3 Meters deep. note the 4 ladies in the boat!
THE GRAND HALL
RESTORATION
A ROYAL VISIT!
MORE LINK OR PICTURES?
Note the central sofa, above which was a skylight Illuminating the hall and each floor level.
We would really like to see the hotel restored to its former glory!
NOT DEMOLISHED AND RE-BUILT!
The Spanish Royals visit the Hotel Miramar.
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In its time the Hotel Miramar was one of the very few buildings in Spain to have its own underground sewer system..
Today the hotel Balneario is sadly turning into a ruin, it awaits rehabilitation and possible reopening.
During the 17th century, the title of Marquis del Bosch was created and the village became bound to it. Nowadays, the family still own large plots of land and numerous buildings. Another noble title was later associated to the family: The Conde de Casas Rojas.
TOURISTS
SIGNS
PANORAMIC VIEW
RUINS
A sign in the hotel garden said..
SPITTING PROHIBITED!
There are some ruins of a little Arabic style castle located just outside the village, as well as a Tower known as “Torre de Aigues” standing on the hill overlooking the village.
BROCHURE FROM 1912
THADOR TOWER
BROCHURE FROM 1912
LA TROCHA CHALET
The Hotel is open from the 1st of September to 30th of June. Rooms from 8 pesetas. With special prices for children under the age of 8.
Luxury rooms with magnificent views, richly furnished private suits, hairdressing salon. All illuminated by electricity, and with central heating.
SHOWER ROOM
DANCE HALL
VILLA PALMA
HOLIDAY SNAPS!
The magnificent dance hall which comfortably held 800 people. There were concerts and entertainment with excellent artists.
There was a Photographer to take your holiday post card picture. I would love to see some of them snaps!.
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Note the fine carpet, curtains & the central sofa. Radiators for the winter months powered direct from the thermal water.
THE FOUNTAIN
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The fountain of la Cogolla with its nearby viewpoint of the coast of Alicante.
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Clay pigeon shooting area.
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NEARBY CABECO D,OR MOUNTAIN
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PALM TREE
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One of the many beautiful palm trees in the hotel garden.
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VISITORS SINCE 1st SEPTEMBER 2004
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HOTEL AUCTION 1989
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The newspaper articles below are mainly related to the hotel auction in 1989, where it was sold to Prognosis S.A for a mere 125 million pesetas €750,000 or £500,000