Our Pink Gem: Secrets & Stories of The Hacienda • The Hacienda

Every town has its crown jewel — and for New Port Richey, it’s our beloved Hacienda. Known for its pink walls, Spanish-style charm, and 1920s glamour, The Hacienda isn’t just a hotel. It’s a living, breathing storybook filled with laughter, music, mystery, and a dash of Old Hollywood magic.

Today, we’re letting you in on a few secrets about our Pink Gem that will make you fall in love all over again.

1. The Hollywood Hideaway

Back in the roaring 1920s, New Port Richey dreamed of becoming “Hollywood East,” and The Hacienda played its part beautifully. Stars like Gloria Swanson and Thomas Meighan were known to mingle here, sipping cocktails in the very same courtyard where you can order a sangria today. Who knows — maybe some of their glamour rubbed off on the walls?

2. A Touch of Mystery

Our Pink Gem has witnessed almost a century of stories, and some of them never left. Guests and staff alike have whispered about ghostly sightings — a woman in 1920s attire drifting through the hallways, laughter echoing late at night, a piano playing itself. Coincidence? Or did our glamorous guests of the past simply decide to extend their stay?

3. The Hacienda’s Signature Cocktail

Every great hotel needs its own drink, and The Hacienda serves up a mean Old Fashioned, a nod to the Prohibition era when speakeasies were the place to be. Pair it with live jazz on our Grape Gatsby nights, and you’ll swear you’ve time-traveled to 1927.

4. History You Can Touch

Unlike museums with velvet ropes, The Hacienda invites you to experience history firsthand. Whether it’s Happy Hour History Tours, ballroom dance classes with our hotel manager Rafe, or simply sipping coffee in the courtyard, every moment here connects you to the past while celebrating the present.

5. Your Front Row Seat to the Fun

From Murder Mystery evenings to Jazz Dinners, yoga on the plaza to walking tours of downtown, our Pink Gem keeps the calendar full of things to do. It’s not just a hotel; it’s the heart of the community where history, music, art, and laughter come together under one pink roof.

Come Make Your Own Story

Whether you’re here for a cocktail, a weekend stay, or one of our unforgettable events, The Hacienda is ready to add a little sparkle to your day. After all, our Pink Gem shines brightest when shared.