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In this marvelous city, dominated by the famous "Tajo de Ronda", the
Reina Victoria Hotel with its unique location and panoramic views offers
classical, exquisite comfort.
On the eastern periphery of town, this country-style hotel date from
1906, when it was built by an Englishman in honor of his recently
departed monarch, Queen Victoria. Reina Victoria is near the bullring,
with terraces that hang right over a 147 meters (490 Feet) precipice.
Hemingway frequently visited, but the Reina Victoria is known best as
the place where poet Rainer Maria Rilke wrote The Spanish Trilogy, and
he was lodged during various months inspired walking for its gardens and
contemplating the precious sunsets to reflect them in some of its books.
The room that the poet occupied is conserved as a "Museum".
The Hotel's third-floor room has been set aside as a museum with first
editions, manuscripts, photographs, and even a framed copy of his hotel
bill. A life-size bronze statue of him stands in a corner of the garden.
The rooms of Reina Victoria are big and airy, some with living rooms and
many with private terraces. The beds are sumptuous, and the bathrooms
boast tub/shower combos.
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