16TH
C. CONVENT NEXT TO THE 'CASAS COLGADAS'
The
former convent of San Pablo occupies a privileged position in the Hoz del
Huécar gorge, a compendium of sheer walls and luxuriant vegetation
on the outskirts of Cuenca, next to the 'Casas Colgadas' (Suspended Houses).
The
glazed cloister, and the former chapel, now an inviting café, complement
an interior which combines traditional elements with more contemporary
details such as wicker, leather and upholstery. The comfortable, welcoming
bedrooms stand out, some of which have splendid views of the 'Casas Colgadas',
in addition to the conference rooms, the bar and a wonderful dining room
decorated with exquisite taste.
Well-seasoned
dishes make up the basis for the traditional cooking of Cuenca, such as
'morteruelo' (rich game-animal paté made with olive oil and spices
), 'pisto con lomo de orza' (tomato-based ratatouille with marinated loin),
roasts and 'alajú' (dessert made from almonds, walnuts and honey).
Hotel
Facilities:
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Cocktail
bar
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Currency
exchange
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Gymnasium
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Parking
facilities
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Restaurant
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Safe deposit
box
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Sauna
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Swimming
pool
Room
Facilities:
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Air conditioning
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Cable
/ Satellite TV
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Mini bar
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Private
bathroom / Ensuite
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Telephone
Additional
Information:
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Distance
to airport: 167 km
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Distance
to railway station: 2 km
How
to get there:
The
Parador is located in the middle of the Hoz del Huecar gorge, opposite
Cuenca's Suspended Houses, whose access, like that of the old centre, is
the extraordinary metal bridge. The N-III is the reference road from Madrid,
at the turn-off from Tarancón, or from Valencia through Motilla
del Palancar.
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Activities:
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Canoeing
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Cave exploring
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Climbing
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Golf
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Horse
riding
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Paragliding
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Rafting
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Shooting
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Wing delta
Places
to visit:
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Cuenca.
World Heritage City Cathedral, Plaza Mayor, Suspended Houses
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Ventano
del Diablo (20 km)
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Ciudad
Encantada (35 km)
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Río
Cuervo Nature Reserve (82 km)
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Las Torcas
de los Palancares (22 km)
Typical
festivals
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Religious
Music Week Holy Week, Cuenca
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Holy Week
Cuenca
Distances
to nearest paradors
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Alarcón:
86 Km.
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Chinchón:
130 Km.
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Albacete:
142 Km.
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Teruel:
153 Km.
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Saler,
El: 238 Km.
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Toledo:
238 Km.
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