This merchant’s house in Cádiz was built around 1770. It stands out for its watchtower with a sentry box—one of the tallest in Cádiz—and its Castilian appearance.
In 1812, this house was the residence of Don Pedro de Sousa y Holstein, Count of Palmela, a Portuguese aristocrat, grandson of the King of Denmark, born in Turin in 1781 and educated in Geneva and Coimbra. At the time, the Count was serving as the Portuguese Ambassador to the General and Extraordinary Spanish Courts, while they were in exile in the city of Cádiz, which was under siege by Napoleon’s troops occupying most of the Iberian Peninsula since 1810.
Our Exclusive Suites
Aptment Duque
Torre Camila offers a 8 elegant apartments spread across the ground floor,
first floor, second floor, and mezzanine level. Each apartment features a
unique combination of bedrooms and bathrooms with charming street
views, French balconies, and large windows.
Penthouses
Ático Palmela and Ático Torre Camila are our luxurious one-bedroom penthouses, each featuring a stylish mezzanine level and either a modern bathroom or a full luxury bathroom. Both offer private terraces, with one boasting a small pool—perfect for relaxing in total privacy and comfort. Notably, Ático Torre Camila is located in one of the highest towers in Cádiz, offering breathtaking views and a truly unique living experience.
This merchant’s house in Cádiz was built around 1770. It stands out for its watchtower with a sentry box—one of the tallest in Cádiz—and its Castilian appearance.
In 1812, this house was the residence of Don Pedro de Sousa y Holstein, Count of Palmela, a Portuguese aristocrat, grandson of the King of Denmark, born in Turin in 1781 and educated in Geneva and Coimbra. At the time, the Count was serving as the Portuguese Ambassador to the General and Extraordinary Spanish Courts, while they were in exile in the city of Cádiz, which was under siege by Napoleon’s troops occupying most of the Iberian Peninsula since 1810.
