Valencia

Here's an ideal itinerary for 3 days in Valencia that is both relaxed and sophisticated, while staying at Hospes Palau de la Mar:

Day 1:

• Start your day with a leisurely breakfast at the hotel's restaurant, Ampar.
• After breakfast, take a stroll through the Turia Gardens, a beautiful park that was once a riverbed. You can rent bikes or just walk around and enjoy the scenery.
• Next, head to the City of Arts and Sciences, a stunning complex of futuristic buildings designed by renowned architect Santiago Calatrava. You can visit the Science Museum, the Oceanographic Aquarium, or just admire the architecture.
• For lunch, try some traditional Valencian paella at La Pepica, a restaurant that has been serving up this dish since 1898.
• In the afternoon, explore the historic center of Valencia, including the Cathedral, the Central Market, and the Lonja de la Seda (Silk Exchange).
• End your day with a cocktail at the hotel's rooftop bar, Malabar.

Day 2:

• Start your day with a yoga class at the hotel's wellness center, Bodyna.
• After yoga, head to the beach for some relaxation. Playa de la Malvarrosa is the most popular beach in Valencia, but if you're looking for something quieter, try Playa de El Saler.
• For lunch, try some fresh seafood at Casa Montaña, a historic tavern that has been serving up delicious food since 1836.
• In the afternoon, visit the IVAM (Valencian Institute of Modern Art) for some contemporary art.
• End your day with a wine tasting at Bodega Casa Montaña, where you can sample some of the best wines from the region.

Day 3:

• Start your day with a spa treatment at the hotel's wellness center, Bodyna.
• After your treatment, take a walk through the Jardines del Real (Royal Gardens), a beautiful park with fountains and sculptures.
• For lunch, try some tapas at La Taberna de la Reina, a cozy restaurant that serves up traditional Spanish dishes.
• In the afternoon, visit the Mercado de Colón, a modernist market that has been converted into a shopping center. You can browse the shops or just admire the architecture.
• End your day with a sunset cruise on the Albufera Lake, where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery and watch the sun go down.

I hope this itinerary helps you plan your trip to Valencia! Let me know if you have any other questions or need more recommendations.