Must-see hotels in Spain

  • Posada de San José

    Cuenca

    This 17th-century former choir school retains an extraordinary monastic charm with its labyrinth of rooms, eclectic artwork, uneven floors and original…

  • Hotel Viura

    La Rioja

    A modern architectural landmark in wine country, the Hotel Viura appears to be, on first glance, a collection of metallic, multicoloured boxes piled…

  • Hotel Can Furiós

    Mallorca

    Adrian and Suzy are your kind hosts at this renovated 16th-century mansion, which consistently gets rave reviews. It's a romantic bolthole, with…

  • Sa Bassa Plana

    Southern Mallorca

    Set on a 250-hectare farm, much of which is vineyard, Sa Bassa Plana has 36 double rooms and 12 suites gathered around the 18th-century homestead at the…

  • Hotel Boutique Teatro Romano

    Málaga

    Reasonably priced for its ultra-central location, this boutiquey two-star overlooks the Roman theatre, with eight family-friendly apartments and 13…

  • Castillo el Collado

    Basque Country

    Like a fairy-tale castle with its crenellated tower, coat of arms and pretty flower gardens, the Castillo el Collado is an utterly charming place to stay…

  • Room Mate Larios

    Málaga

    Part of a small chain of Spanish-run design hotels, this central accommodation is housed in an elegantly restored 19th-century building. Rooms are…

  • Hotel Urban

    Madrid

    This towering glass edifice is the epitome of art-inspired designer cool. It boasts original artworks from Africa and Asia; dark-wood floors and dark…

  • Hotel Cap Rocat

    Southern Mallorca

    Definitely one for the yacht-owning set, the eye-wateringly expensive Cap Rocat is a luxury hotel ingeniously installed in a former seaside fort. Sitting…

  • La Posada Regia

    León

    This place has the feel of a casa rural (village or farmstead accommodation) despite being in the city centre. The secret is a 14th-century building,…

  • Palacio Carvajal Girón

    Extremadura

    An impressive conversion job has transformed this formerly ruined palace in the heart of the old town into a chic address. Rooms have modern fittings,…

  • Hotel Sardinero Madrid

    Madrid

    There's lots to like at this charming hotel, from the location that's as handy for untouristy Chamberí as it is for everything else in Madrid to the large…

  • Hostal Los Pinos

    Northern Mallorca

    Set back from the road between Cala Molins and Cala Carbó, Hostal Los Pinos comprises two gleaming white villas sitting in a pine glade. Superior doubles…

  • Parador Conde de Orgaz

    Toledo

    High above the southern bank of Río Tajo, Toledo's low-rise parador (luxurious state-owned hotel) has a classy interior and sublime views (ask for a room…

  • Catalonia Las Cortes

    Madrid

    Occupying an 18th-century palace and renovated in a style faithful to the era, this elegant hotel is a terrific choice right in the heart of Huertas. It’s…

  • Soho Málaga Boutique Hotel

    Málaga

    The renaissance of the Soho neighbourhood is reflected vividly in hotels like this one, which has added slick new rooms to a handsome 19th-century…

  • Hotel Juan II

    Castilla y León

    Despite its modern red-brick exterior, the rooms here are charming, with warm terracotta-tiled floors, dark-wood furniture and large terraces. Request…

  • Hotel Palacio Ca Sa Galesa

    Palma de Mallorca

    The 12 rooms in this 16th-century mansion – each named for a famous composer – are arranged around a cool central pati and furnished with antiques,…

  • Son Ametler

    Mallorca

    The well-credentialed people behind Finca Es Castell, one of Majorca's best rural hotels, have worked similar magic on this classy finca, which sits in 25…

  • Finca Raims

    Mallorca

    A finca (country estate) despite its position in the town proper (it's been a farming manor and wine cellar since the 18th century), this tastefully…

  • Parador de Carmona

    Sevilla Province

    With jaw-dropping views of the surrounding valley, Carmona’s luxurious parador (top-end state-owned hotel) occupies the 13th-century Alcázar del Rey Don…

  • Parador de Ronda

    Ronda

    Acres of shining marble and deep-cushioned furniture give this modern parador a certain appeal, but really it's all about the views. The terrace is a…

  • Ad Hoc Monumental

    Valencia

    Friendly Ad Hoc offers comfort and charm deep within the old quarter and also runs a splendid small restaurant. The late-19th-century building has been…

  • Casa del Marqués

    Santillana del Mar

    Feel like the lord or lady of the manor in this 15th-century mansion, once home to the Marqués de Santillana. Timber beams, thick stone walls and cool…

  • Almijara Residence

    Málaga Province

    Owners Paul and Maurice pull out all the stops to make guests comfortable at this cosy B&B with dramatic views over Cómpeta's central square. Perks…

  • Guest House

    Alicante

    Here’s a magnificent budget choice. Each of the eight large, tastefully decorated rooms differs: some have exposed stone walls and others are painted in…

  • Hotel Vía de la Plata

    Castilla y León

    This spa hotel occupies a handsome former monastery just off Plaza de España. Guests receive a considerable discount for the spa treatments, which include…

  • Hotel Palau Sa Font

    Palma de Mallorca

    Down a quiet side street, this former 16th-century palace has 19 rooms decorated in minimalist style, retaining the charm of the original. Wrought-iron…

  • Hotel Nou Romá

    Dénia

    Perfectly located for excursions to the Calle Loreto eating strip, this hotel is on a quietish backstreet but very central. Staff are really excellent,…

  • Hotel del Pastor

    Castellón Province

    This central hotel is an excellent deal, with delightful service and pleasingly old-fashioned rooms – some with vistas – spread over four floors (there’s…

  • Finca Hotel Albellons Parc Natural

    Mallorca

    Views of the Tramuntana and a pool rimmed by olive trees come standard at this lovely farmhouse escape in the hills 1km north of Binibona. The 12 rooms …

  • Casa los Tres Cielos

    Castilla-La Mancha

    On a winding lane in the village, this nine-room guesthouse makes a great base for taking in the windmill-studded scenery of the rolling countryside…

  • Refugi de Coma de Vaca

    The Catalan Pyrenees

    Located in a spectacular valley (elevation 2000m) with grazing cows and a trickling stream nearby, this mountain refuge makes a memorable base for hikes…

  • Hotel Las Leyendas

    Ávila

    Occupying the house of 16th-century Ávila nobility, this intimate hotel overflows with period touches wedded to modern amenities. Some rooms have views…

  • Ad Hoc Carmen

    Valencia

    Strategically placed for sorties to the centre's historic buildings or the bars and restaurants of Barrio del Carmen, this hotel offers a variety of…

  • Torre Zumeltzegi

    Basque Country

    On a hillside adjacent to the town centre, Zumeltzegi occupies a restored fortified mansion dating from the 13th century. Its 12 unique rooms have beamed…

  • Hotel Santa Clara

    Palma de Mallorca

    Boutique meets antique in this sensitively restored, historic mansion: subdued greys, steely silvers and cream blend harmoniously with the warm stone…

  • S'Hotelet de Santanyí

    Southern Mallorca

    A delightfully renovated boutique hotel making the most of a handsome stone building right on Plaça Major, it's hard to beat this place for a night or two…

  • Hotel La Mar

    Castellón Province

    With a lovely old-town waterside location, looking down the sweep of beach and bay, this refined, modern hotel offers excellent comfort, a fine restaurant…

  • Camping Los Batanes

    Castilla-La Mancha

    This leafy campsite overlooks Laguna Redondilla, one of the larger lakes here, and has excellent facilities with a small supermarket, restaurant, cafe and…

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