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PLAZA 18
Plaza 18 discrete luxury in the heart of
Vejer by Nicky Dobree
Hotel
Plaza 18 is a collaboration between Vejer’s
principal hotel La Casa del Califa and Nicky
Dobree, an award winning and internationally
recognised interior architect & designer.
Set in the former 19th C Merchants house
Nicky Dobree has taken inspiration from this
iconic building and brought new life back into
this Grand Dame by respecting its history but
also embracing a new chapter for the modern
traveller. Working with local trades and
craftsmen, this building dating back to 1896 and
standing on the foundations of an ancient 13th
C Arab house, has been entirely restored using
organic building materials.
Nicky was determined to re-use as many of the
materials as possible too. The original black
and white floor tiles were therefore lifted and
re-laid on newly levelled floors. The Montera
(large glazed roof lantern over the patio) was
carefully dismantled and repaired to its former
glory which now floods the entrance foyer with
light. The stone staircase and balustrade was
also completely restored and reinstalled.
The main terrace, which is where guests can
enjoy breakfast is served on hand painted plates
with bespoke all weather cushions
to sit back and relax and enjoy the
views toward Morocco.
Nicky Dobree