The Paradores
of Andalucía, Spain
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Parador
of Mojácar, Mojácar, Almería
This
Parador is on the beaches of Mojácar, benefitting from the best
microclimate of Spain and with beautiful views over the blue Mediterranean.
It is an ideal location to enjoy quiet beaches or to play numerous outdoor
sports. The stay is completed with a refreshing dip in the pool, or with
a working session in its magnificent conference centre, whose rooms are
fully equipped. The bright bedrooms, with terraces over the sea,
bewitch the guest with the beauty of the surroundings. The restaurant offers
the best rice and fish dishes from Almería cuisine: 'arroz a la
Garruchera' (rice dish), 'gambones de Garrucha' (prawns), 'amarillo de
pescado en cuajadera' (fish), and, for dessert, 'pastel de Vera' (cake)
and 'crema mojaquera' (cream)... |
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Parador
of Cádiz, Cádiz
Modern
tourist complex next to the Genovés park and by the sea, the Parador
has impressive views of the sea and the Bay of Cádiz. Located in
a residential area surrounded by palm trees, it has exclusive access to
a small beach. It is also a good starting point to discover the entire
province (White Villages Route, Toro Route, Wine Route, etc.), plus the
small villages of the coast of Cádiz. The spacious, bright bedrooms,
carefully decorated, have panoramic views, an invitation for peace and
relaxation. Boat trips or excursions within the area are some of the activities
that can be done outside of the Parador. Inside, options include a variety
of games and live piano, sax and base music, among others. The salones,
or function rooms, at the Parador are perfect for meetings and congresses,
work-related events or to celebrate any occasion. They have a capacity
of 800 persons. The restaurant offers such delicious dishes
as Cadiz-style assorted fried fish, Rota-style urta (local fish), gilthead
sea bream, high quality meats and the famous Cádiz turrón,
a type of nougat. |
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Parador
de Arcos de la Frontera, Arcos de la Frontera, Cádiz
Located
on the banks of the Guadalete, this Parador, formerly the Casa del Corregidor,
has an impressive panoramic view of the fertile plain of the river and
of the old part of Arcos de la Frontera. It is an ideal starting point
to begin the so-called Wine and White Villages Routes, especially Jerez
de la Frontera and the fighting bull ranches. The bedrooms with balconies
offer magnificent views of Arcos, and inside the typical Andalusian courtyard
is joined by traditional decorative elements such as latticework and ceramic
tiles. Wooden beams, rugs and round arches complete the decoration
of the Parador. Don't miss out on the traditional cuisine of the
region featured in our offer: 'The Cádiz Sierra, Dish by Dish'.
We can suggest such tasty options as Rota-style urta (a local fish), oxtail,
or the appetizing tasting menu offered by the Parador - the 'Cádiz
Menu', with 12 delicious dishes to sample. |
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Parador
of Córdoba, Córdoba
Located
on the ruins of the small summer palace of Abderramán I, a hill
surrounded by vegetation at the foot of the Cordoba mountain range, the
Parador offers an exceptional panoramic view of the legendary city of the
caliphs. The building brims with freshness, as it enjoys a temperature
4ºC lower than in the city. That feeling of well-being is enhanced
by the swimming pool and the surrounding grounds (featuring a new garden
known as 'Los Naranjos' ('The Orange Trees'), where the first palm trees
planted in Europe maybe found. The inner rooms are elegant and very
bright, with large living rooms and spacious bedrooms. The dining
room offers 'salmorejo cordobés' (cold vegetable soup), 'gazpacho
blanco de almendras' (cold almond soup) and steak in green sauce. |
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Parador
of Granada, Alhambra, Granada
Spending
a night in the gardens of the Alhambra, among fountains, trees and large
arched windows is the exclusive opportunity offered by this Parador, a
former convent built by decision of the Catholic Monarchs. This monumental
ensemble proposes placid walks around the city for the guest, although
the building itself invites you to discover a dreamlike interior, where
Arabic and Christian styles mix. Its bedrooms offer exceptional views
of the Generalife, the Secano gardens and the Albaicín, while the
classical furniture and numerous portraits mark the decoration of the interior
rooms. Under the coffered ceiling of the dining room and the freshness
of the summer terrace 'gazpacho andaluz' (cold tomato soup), 'tortilla
de Sacromonte' (omelet) and 'piononos de Santa Fe' (typical sponge caked
soaked in liqueur) are offered. |
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Parador
of Ayamonte, Ayamonte, Huelva
The
dazzling Huelva sun lights up the blue course of the Guadiana, until it
flows out into the waters of the Atlantic. A peaceful refuge in the high
quarters of the town, featuring panoramic views, the Parador is a quiet
spot ideal for rest. The halls and rooms are fitted with modern facilities
which are lit up by the Ayamonte sun and the simple shades of the decor,
producing a feeling of calm. You should try the fishes, the seafood,
and the varied sausages which this region offers to you. Shrimps and prawns
from this area of Spain are of a worldwide acknowledged quality. Enjoy
such dishes as rayfish with red pepper, anglerfish, peas with 'chocos'
stew, or 'coca ayamontina' (stuffed pie)... not to talk about the exquisite
Huelva cured ham. |
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Parador
of Mazagón - Huelva Province
Located
in the Doñana Environment Nature Reserve, the Parador rises up facing
the ocean and next to the spacious Mazagón beach, in the middle
of a pine wood. An ideal spot to enjoy nature and the blue waters of the
Atlantic. The building has a splendid garden with outdoor and heated pools,
a gym, sauna and Jacuzzi among other features. The interior is characterized
by pleasant and welcoming rooms with decorative details which bring joy
and brightness. Cozy bedrooms with terraces and beautiful panoramic views,
comfortable living rooms and a splendid swimming pool complete its facilities.
The culinary display brings together products from the sea and the mountains.
The privileged environment of the Parador allows to offer you both sea
and mountain products. Shrimps, prawns and other seafood as well as cured
ham of jabugo, cured pork meat, and patés. |
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Parador
of Jaén, Jaén
The
privileged location of the Parador on Santa Catalina Hill offers it the
character of defensive bastion of the Jaén horizon. Origin and destination
to discover the charm of the Andalusian Renaissance, the hotel has a refreshing
swimming pool which, along with the exterior stone, offers protection from
the burning sun which inundates the surroundings. The monumental
appearance is maintained on the inside, where the impressive 20 m. high
crossed arches of the main living room, the dining room, with a marked
Arabic character, and the comfortable and friendly bedrooms with magnificent
panoramic views stand out. The ensemble, decorated in soft shades, is complemented
by a varied gastronomic display: 'ajo blanco' (cold garlic and almond soup),
partridge salad, 'pipirrana' (tomato and cucumber salad) Jaén-style
spinach (with egg). |
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Parador
of Cazorla, Cazorla, Jaén
The Parador is located In
the heart of the Cazorla Nature Reserve, in the spot known as Sacejo. Its
height offers it unsurpassable panoramic views of the surroundings, in
which hillsides covered with pine trees native to these mountains abound.
The atmosphere of tranquility and beauty of enclaves like the Cañada
de las Fuentes, or the 'Salto de Linarejos', makes it a meeting point for
lovers of nature. The building revives the tradition of the typical
Andalusian country house, which is a distinguishing feature of the exterior.
Its swimming pool, with impressive views of the Nature Reserve, and the
interior, with a pleasant living room with chimney, is characterized by
the brightness offered by its large windows. Game in season and Andalusian
dishes such as 'gachamiga' (flour, breadcrumbs and bacon), 'pisto' (tomato-based
ratatouille) and 'pipirrana' (tomato and cucumber salad) make up the gastronomic
display of the restaurant. |
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Parador
of Úbeda, Jaén Province
This
Parador rises up in the most Renaissance square of the aristocratic and
monumental town of Úbeda, next to some of the most beautiful buildings,
in a former palace built in the 16th century and altered in the 17th, which
belonged to the dean of the Sacred chapel of El Salvador. The façade
of the Parador conceals a very beautiful inner courtyard with a double
gallery whose upper part is glazed. Its friendly and comfortable
bedrooms stand out for the height of their ceilings. Worthy of note are
the six which look onto the square and the suite, located in the opposite
corner, from which a wide panoramic view of the Vázquez de Molina
square can be enjoyed. Andalusian details and dishes adorn the space
occupied by the dining room, which offers good peppers stuffed with partridge,
bull's tail in red wine from La Loma and stewed kid with pine nuts. |
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