Building from 1690. A unique place. A space for art, culture and gastronomy. A quiet place.
César Manrique included the Ico Palace in his book "Lanzarote, unpublished architecture", (1973), as a reference of the traditional architecture of the island.
Palacio Ico is in the Villa de Teguise, one of the most charming villages on the island, due to its historical-artistic heritage, declared as "one of the most beautiful villages in Spain".
Perfect location in the centre of the island to go out and discover it.
9 rooms, each with its own personality.
Its restaurant offers the best Lanzarote products with simplicity, freshness, creativity and commitment to the territory.
INCLUDED IN THE MICHELIN GUIDE 2025-2024-2023 as a recommended restaurant.
Awarded ONE SOL REPSOL 2025.
Guanche Mythology
Legend has it that Princess Ico, illegitimate daughter of the aboriginal King Zonzamas, had to pass a life-or-death test to prove that royal blood ran through her veins so that her son Guadarfía was named king
Unprecedented architecture
The hotel is located in a large manor house from 1690 that preserves original architectural details of great value, such as the teawood floors, the 5-meter-high coffered ceilings, the wide stone walls or its wooden balconies, all carefully restored so that history will continue to shine for many centuries to come. The artist César Manrique included this property in his book "Lanzarote, unpublished architecture", published in 1973, a reference work of the traditional architecture of the island.
In 2017, the Government of the Canary Islands granted it the category of Emblematic Hotel as it is located in a building listed as historical heritage, being the first Emblematic hotel in Lanzarote.
The Canarian courtyard
It is one of the favorite places of customers. An example of traditional Canarian architecture, this is the space that César Manrique collected in his book "Lanzarote, unpublished architecture", in which he catalogued the best examples of the original constructions of the island to serve as a guide for future generations. A corner to enjoy the outdoors while sharing a glass of Malvasia wine and listening to the ringing of the bells of the church of Teguise surrounded by History.
Art at the Palace
A hotel related to art. In the restaurant room and in the rooms, paintings by Heidi Bucher, the artist Ildefonso Aguilar, and images of César Manrique taken by the Swiss photographer Linus G. Jauslin in the 70s are exhibited, among others. A large part of the pieces used in the Ico Palace come from artists and artisans from Lanzarote (ceramics, tableware, sculptures, paintings, photographs, lamps...).
Art fascinates its owners (Sonsoles López and Eduardo Riestra) and it already permeated these walls before their arrival. The visionary Swiss artist Heidi Bücher, who based her work on the historical and the architectural, skinning and skinning spaces that had a personal meaning for her, fell in love with this house, who was its previous owner. The artist has exhibited, among other places, at the MoMA, the Pompidou, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, or at the Venice Biennale. + in www.heidibucher.com
Room design
Wabi Sabi Inspiration
That is why there are unique pieces in the rooms that over time embellish them more.
Wabi Sabi, "is a Japanese aesthetic term that describes a type of aesthetic vision based on "the beauty of imperfection" and minimalism.
Only nine rooms have been created (five suites and four doubles), each with its own personality, trying to preserve the original size of the spaces, some reaching up to 60 and 70 square meters, designed in a rational, minimalist way and with natural elements. Spacious bathrooms in microcement and volcanic pieces with the intention of transmitting freshness, stillness, a feeling of serene melancholy and spiritual longing to the whole.
Read and listen to music
The Hotel has more than 300 books related to Art and in different languages to accompany guests during their stay. Immerse yourself in a relaxing afternoon of reading and unwind. If you like music, you will enjoy our vinyl collection. They have tried to be eclectic in the selection, but they have not been able to resist the preferences of their owners. Rediscover the magic of listening to vinyl and enjoy the touch of its covers and its charming sound, or enjoy the Palacio Ico playlist, with a varied selection of 300 songs for all tastes. Put a soundtrack to your stay, B52 ́s, Roxy Music, The Cure, Sparklehorse, Nick Cave, Yo la tengo, Brian Eno, The XX, Love of Lesbian, Belle and Sebastian, Television, Joy Division, Michael Nyman, Philip Glass...
More music
We take great care of the music in the room, with a very personal selection where there is no shortage of Sparklehorse, Nick Cave, Yo la tengo, Brian Eno, The XX, Love of Lesbian, Belle and Sebastian, Television, Joy Division, Michael Nyman, Philip Glass, among many others. You can follow the list of Hotel Palacio ico on Spotify.
The inspiration
What did the artist Heidi Bucher see in Princess Ico's Palace?
It could not have been a matter of chance that Heidi turned this enclave into her home. The artist has exhibited, among other places, at the MoMA, the Pompidou, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, or at the Venice Biennale. + in www.heidibucher.com
The living-dining room
Interior, warm and comfortable, exhibits a contemporary design and wrapped in the luminosity that penetrates through the windows.
Original paintings by different artists are exhibited, such as Ildefonso Aguilar, photographs by César Manrique from the 70s, lamps inspired by the work of Heidi Bucher designed exclusively for Palacio Ico by the artist Juan González (Art 23int), the tableware, vases, and all the reception ceramics are handmade and unique pieces designed by different local artists. a whole aesthetic universe that immerses the diner in the spirit of its art and history, which is the distinctive symbol of Palacio Ico and the Villa de Teguise.
In the dining room and in the central courtyard. Served, comme il faut, at a table, with market and seasonal gastronomic inspiration. Daily brunch (10.30-12.00).
Breakfast
Without a doubt one of the strengths of the Hotel, one of the most valued by customers.
A display of colours and flavours: natural fruit juices and seasonal detox; seasonal fruit salad; homemade biscuits (carrot, yogurt, lemon, chocolate...); yoghourts; homemade granola; artisan bread with dressings ("tumaca", avocado); eggs to taste; artisan cheeses from Lanzarote; cold cuts from Lanzarote; acorn-fed Iberian ham, Lavazza coffee, teas (black, red, green, roiboos...).
Enjoy a casual brunch in a unique and special place in Lanzarote.
Brunches at the Palacio Ico have become a classic in Lanzarote.
Natural, local, daily and own products such as jams, biscuits, artisan bread, 100% juices, seasonal fruit salad, accompanied by Lanzarote cheeses, ham, homemade tomato, yogurt with cereals, and eggs to taste. A coffee or water included.
Brunch price: €35 (from 10.30am every day with prior reservation).
MOMENTS ICO PALACE.
They are
brief but significant moments in our lives that leave a mark on the memory.
These moments are often filled with emotion, sensitivity, or beauty, capturing
the essence of living.
"We don't sell experiences, live the moments."
- BRUNCH PALACIO ICO. 35€.
Brunch in
the unique and exclusive setting of the ICO Palace, an emblematic space
endorsed by César Manrique in his book "Lanzarote, Unpublished
Architecture". Located in the heart of Teguise, our space is the
perfect place to enjoy the authenticity and tranquillity of Lanzarote.
Healthy and nutritious brunches, made daily with fresh and local ingredients.
Highlights include our homemade jams of seasonal fruits, natural juices,
artisanal biscuits, eggs from free-range hens in Tabayesco, organic bread from Tinajo,
and a selection of local cheeses that have won international awards. All
accompanied by cold meats and Iberian ham cut to order, with a glass of cava to
complete the experience.
Valid for 3
months. 1 person.
- TASTING MENU 300 €. (2 people).
An unforgettable moment, a unique place, a dinner with your loved ones at the Palacio Ico restaurant recommended by the MICHELIN Guide.
Validity. 3 months.
Includes:
Delivery of a bouquet of flowers at the time of entry.
Two tasting menu 01. Classic pairing. (There is a non-alcoholic option.)
- INTIMATE NIGHT: 690 €. (2 people)
The intimacy of a moment shared with the one you love the most. 1 night in a suite at the Palacio Ico with a tasting menu in the restaurant recommended by the MICHELIN Guide.
Valid for 6 months. (2 people)
Includes:
Bouquet of flowers in the room and champagne. Palacio Ico suite room with
breakfast included.
Two tasting menu 01. Classic pairing. (There is a non-alcoholic option.)
- THE
HEDONIST
1600 €. (2
people)
Hedonism is a philosophical current that maintains that the search for pleasure is the ultimate and main end of human life. It's not that either, but many times you feel like it.
Includes:
Day
1
Transfer Airport – Hotel Palacio Ico.
One night in a suite room at the Ico Palace with breakfast included.
Bouquet of flowers in the room and champagne. Two massages in the room. (45´person).
Tasting menu 01 in the restaurant recommended by the MICHELIN Guide.
Classic pairing. (There is a non-alcoholic option.)
Day 2
Private sailboat with skipper from Puerto Calero to the beaches of
Papagayo. Includes drinks, cava, and snacks. (From 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m.
approx.).
The PALACIO ICO hotel, of which the PALACIO ICO RESTAURANT is part, has been audited and certified in accordance with the ARC360 certification scheme at AMBASSADOR level within the Competitive Regenerative Hotel project. This distinction is recognized both by GOOGLE and BOOKING.COM as a model of sustainability.
The content of this certification is developed in a report and highlights the following policy carried out by the PALACIO ICO hotel:
Sphere Good Governance. Corporate Identity.
Relationship with the team
Commitment against corruption and/or any form of abuse
Commitment against corruption and/or any form of abuse.
Stakeholder Relations
Relationship with Stakeholders (Customers)
Relationship with Stakeholders (Suppliers)
Economic Strategy
Financial Management
Participation in Circular Economy
The PALACIO ICO hotel provides training in aspects of sustainability to its staff.
Participation in the local economy
People relationship management
Education, training and training management
Relationship management with local communities, indigenous communities and indigenous peoples
Management for the sustainable development of territories
Adaptation and preservation of the island territory
Management for the knowledge and recognition of cultural heritage
Sustainable management of cultural heritage
Exclusivity, haute cuisine and charm in an emblematic building of Lanzarote.
In a world where personalisation and exclusivity are increasingly valued, the Hotel Palacio ICO has established itself as the ideal destination for those who wish to celebrate their wedding in an intimate and elegant setting. Located in the heart of Lanzarote, this boutique hotel offers a unique space where every detail is designed for couples to enjoy their big day surrounded only by the most important people in their lives.
Intimate weddings have taken on a new meaning, moving away from big celebrations to make way for more authentic, exclusive and memorable experiences. In this context, the Hotel Palacio ICO, with its historic architecture and haute cuisine cuisine, provides the perfect setting for a unique wedding.
A Space with History and Character.
Housed in an emblematic building from the 17th century, the Hotel Palacio ICO combines the elegance of traditional Canarian architecture with a sophisticated and welcoming atmosphere. Its Patio Canario, surrounded by stone walls and native vegetation, is the ideal setting for a welcome cocktail, while its private room offers the perfect setting for an exclusive celebration, reserved only for the bride and groom and their guests.
Haute Cuisine in a Michelin Guide Recommended Restaurant.
One of the great attractions of the Hotel Palacio ICO is its haute cuisine gastronomic proposal, endorsed by its recommendation in the Michelin Guide. Each wedding features a bespoke menu, designed with the utmost care to offer an exceptional culinary experience. Based on top quality local products and a balanced combination of tradition and innovation, the cuisine of the ICO Palace is a guarantee of flavour and excellence.
From creations inspired by Canarian cuisine to more avant-garde dishes, the hotel's gastronomic team adapts to the tastes and needs of each couple, ensuring that each bite is a reflection of the exclusivity of the celebration.
Exclusivity and Personalized Attention.
With a maximum capacity of 35 people, each wedding at the ICO Palace Hotel becomes a truly unique experience. The hotel team accompanies the bride and groom throughout the process, ensuring that every detail is carefully planned so that the protagonists and their guests only have to worry about enjoying themselves.
The Hotel Palacio ICO invites couples looking for an authentic, exclusive and gastronomically exceptional wedding to discover this special enclave in Lanzarote. For more information and reservations, the hotel team is available to answer any questions.
GASTRONOMIC CULTURE at the Ico Palace
We have created a program for MICHELIN-starred chefs from the other islands to present their cuisine, their work and research. To this end, in this second edition of gastronomic culture we continue to bet on the same format, which is LEARN, TASTE, and HAVE FUN. We believe that it is an opportunity for this island to take advantage of the talent of these new chefs so recognized.
By 2024 the following have passed:
CHEF
DIEGO SCHATTENHOFER
* Michelin.
Taste Restaurant 1973. Tenerife.
March 2, 2024.
Presentation
in the Canarian courtyard:
"The first edible and emotional perfumes in the world".
Presented at Madrid fusion 2024 causing great expectation. What would be the edible fragrance of
Lanzarote? Tasting menu in the room.
CHEF VÍCTOR SUÁREZ
*MICHELIN. Haydee Restaurant. Tenerife April 6, 2024
Presentation
in the Canarian courtyard:
"Traditional island recipe book with a creative look. Peruvian
nuances and Asian memories".
Tasting menu in the room.
CHEF BORJA MARRERO
* Green MICHELIN in the Canary Islands. Muxgo Restaurant. Hotel Santa Catalina. Las Palmas.May 4, 2024
Lecture in
the Canarian courtyard:
"The prickly pear and the pine needle in haute cuisine".
Tasting
menu in the room.
CHEF ABRAHAM ORTEGA.
*MICHELIN.
Tabaiba Restaurant. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
September 28, 2024.
Presentation
in the Canarian courtyard:
"Canarian product in haute cuisine".
Tasting menu in the room.
CHEF ADRIÁN BOSCH.
*MICHELIN. San-Ho Restaurant. Tenerife.
November 16, 2024.
Lecture in
the Canarian courtyard:
"Tricontinental cuisine: Peru, Japan and the
Canary Islands". The Atlantic of the Canary Islands seduced... or the
other way around?
Tasting menu in the room.
CHEF ANDREA BERNARDI.
"Italy, Chile, Canary Islands". The chef's
genes, a culinary feast of union and harmony".
Tasting menu in the room.
CHEF DIEGO
SCHATTENHOFER.
February 10, 2023.
"Gastroscience"
Chef of the restaurant 1973 Taste, (hotel Villa Cortés) Tenerife. Awarded a Michelin star 2024 and Sol Repsol 2023. Presentation on the extreme maturation of fish and meat and aged mojo sauce.
XESC REINA.
March 11, 2023.
"Best butcher in Europe".
Guru of Mallorca's sobrasadas and "Best butcher in Europe", declared one of the 25 personalities in the gastronomic world "Most Influential in Spain" in 2022 reflected on (and attendees enjoyed) the Canarian black pig and the Mallorcan 'porc negre'.
JUAN
CARLOS CLEMENTE.
May 13, 2023.
"The snoring of Canarian bluefin tuna".
Juan Carlos Clemente, one of the greatest experts on tuna in the Canary
Islands, responsible for the gastronomic area of large 5-star hotels in
Tenerife, snored a 200 kg bluefin tuna at the Ico Palace and taught the
attendees the cycle of these tuna as they passed through the Canary Islands.
Later he performed the snoring and showed the different parts of the bluefin
tuna.
CHEF VICENTE RIOJA.
September 23,
2023.
"El Paco de Lucía de la paella."
Valencian chef who, according to the Valencia Academy of Gastronomy (2023), cooks "the best paella in the world", or as Quique Dacosta has defined him, "the Paco de Lucía of paella."
CHEF BRAULIO SIMANCAS.
(Michelin
2023).
November 18, 2023.
"The master of the mojos".
Braulio Simancas, through his renowned restaurant "Silvo Gomero", has
become one of the references in the Canary Islands on the study and research of
a sauce as special as mojo. The chef enlightened the attendees about the mojos,
the origin, the trends, uses, and the selection of ingredients, to then move on
to a practical part where each of them with their own mortar and pestle could
create their own mojo under the direction of the chef.
FORMAT
OF THE CONFERENCE
PRESENTATION IN THE CANARIAN COURTYARD WITH APERITIF.
+
DISCUSSION AND SYNERGIES with guest chef.
+
TASTING MENU IN THE DINING ROOM.
By MICHELIN Guest + Chef Víctor Valverde (Palacio Ico. Recommended by MICHELIN).
HOTEL
Number of rooms: 9.
Type of rooms: 5 suites and 4 doubles.
Double room price: 225€ (average, depending on the season).
Suite price: 350 € (average, depending on the season).
Services: Room service with drinks, air conditioning, hairdryer, smart TV, Wi-Fi, Nespresso coffee machine, tea, coffees and teas and courtesy, complimentary mineral water, complimentary snacks, minibar, Damana ammenities (ecological).
Breakfast price: €35 (free room service).
Brunch price: €35 (from 10.30 a.m.).
RESTAURANT
Opening: 2018.
Property: Sonsoles López and Eduardo Riestra.
Chef: Víctor Valverde.
Head waiter: Sonsoles López.
Sommelier: Iván Monreal.
Pastry chef: Víctor Valverde.
Address: Calle El Rayo, 2. Villa de Teguise. Lanzarote (Canary Islands).
Phone: +34 928 594 942.
Web: www.restaurantepalacioico.com.
Mail: info@hotelpalacioico.com
Social Media: @restaurantepalacioico (Instagram).
Opening hours: Wednesday to Saturday from 6.30 pm to 10 pm; on Sunday, from 1 pm to 3.30 pm and from 6.30 pm to 10 pm.
Closed days: Monday and Tuesday.
Menus: tasting menu, 95 € /
75 €.
Pairings: Classic €55 / Premium €89 / Experience €285.
Total area: 80 m2.
Capacity: 35 pax.
Spaces: Indoor dining room, central terrace-patio and outdoor terrace
Wine cellar: 250 references. See https://hotelpalacioico.com/es/restaurante/ menu.
PRESS CONTACT: eduardo@hotelpalacioico.com