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Spain has a number of wonderful historic state-owned hotels known as Paradores. These guarantee the best cultural, gastronomic and natural aspects of each region they are located in – here are five history-rich Paradores to whet the appetite.
1. Parador de Baiona, Galicia
The Parador de Baiona is located in an impressively renovated former castle on the Monterreal Peninsula. This secluded, majestic location offers some amazing views out across the Atlantic Ocean and over the historic fishing port of Baiona. Highlights from this stunning 4 star Parador are the beautiful medieval features and fantastic landscaped gardens that provide a very secluded romantic place to stay for that special holiday.
Parador de Baiona, Galicia view from the air
Parador de Baiona, Galicia view from the air
2. Parador de Cardona, Catalonia
This stunning hotel is set in a grand medieval castle in the beautiful Spanish province of Catalonia. This castle Parador occupies a lofty position with wonderful views of the surrounding lush fields and countryside. You can also see right over to the lovely River Cardoner. The Parador de Cardona can offer visitors that chance to sleep in a real knight’s castle and experience the splendor of medieval stone hallways, battlements and towers.
The open air terrace at the stunning Parador de Cardona, Catalonia
The open air terrace at the stunning Parador de Cardona, Catalonia
3. Parador de Tortosa, Catalonia
Another great castle hotel, the Parador de Tortosa is located right in the heart of the Beceite Mountains and offers some amazing panoramic views over the beautiful landscape. This stunning Parador combines elements of medieval, classical and Moorish architecture and is a lovely historic setting.
Luxury in a Castle – Parador de Tortosa, Catalonia
Luxury in a Castle – Parador de Tortosa, Catalonia
4. Parador de Ronda, Andalusia
This luxury hotel resides in the former old town hall (Casa Consistorial) of the historic Spanish town of Ronda. This town was once the home of Moorish settlers and there are many fascinating old buildings to explore. This Parador is located next to the famous Puente Nuevo de Ronda bridge and has some amazing views out over the 120m deep Tajo gorge.
Inside Parador de Ronda, Andalusia – close to the 120m deep Tajo Gorge
Inside Parador de Ronda, Andalusia – close to the 120m deep Tajo Gorge
5. Parador de Alcaniz, Aragón
The Parador de Alcaniz is located in an impressive fortress dating back to the Middle Ages. This luxury hotel offers some amazing views out over the pretty countryside and has a number of stunning historical features including a bell tower, vestry and subterranean arched cellars which have been transformed into a stylish hotel bar.
A room fit for a King – Parador de Alcaniz, Aragon
A room fit for a King – Parador de Alcaniz, Aragon
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