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A Selection
of Boutique, Charming, Rural Hotels, Bed & Breakfasts & Paradores
in all Regions of Spain
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The
Paradores of Extremadura, Spain
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A range
of luxurious hotels in the Extremadura region of Spain, set in traditional,
historic and modern buildings and all offering the same luxurious comfort,
astounding views and quality and tasty regional cuisine! |
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Rural
& Charming Hotels in Extremadura
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Parador
de Mérida, Badajoz Province |
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The Parador
retains the structure of the former 18th Century convent, which was built
over the remains of a temple to the Concord of Augustus. The hotel
offers guests the opportunity to enjoy the rich heritage of the monumental
city of Mérida and its surrounding landscape. Some of
the most outstanding spaces are the hotel lounge in the former convent
refectory, the interior courtyard and the beautiful gardens, including
the “Garden of Antiquities”, an archaeological collection consisting of
Mudejar, Roman and Visigoth elements. In the restaurant, taste the exquisite
local dishes, including caldereta (lamb stew), assorted gazpachos, figs
from Almoharín and naturally, truffles.....
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| Parador
de Zafra, Badajoz Province |
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The Hotel
"Duque de Feria" in Zafra occupies a majestic 15th Centry castle, which
began in 1437 as the residence of the Dukes of Feria, one of Spain's great
families. This beautiful castle-palace has a spectacular façade
and is the ideal base for exploring the architectural heritage and the
natural beauties of the area. With nine towers with battlements standing
guard over a regal, grandiose interior which conserves beautiful coffered
ceilings, trunks, ironwork, balustrades and other decorative details from
the former palace. The hotel has a swimming pool and well-tended garden.
The best local dishes are offered in the dining room of the Parador de
Zafra, such as caldereta de cordero (lamb stew), migas extremeñas
(breadcrumbs), bacalao monacal (cod), zorongollo (tomato salad), cheesecake
from La Serena, Iberian pork loin with Ibores cheese, and, of course, ham
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| Parador
de Cáceres, Cáceres Province |
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This 14th
Century Palace Parador is the ancient Torreorgaz Palace, built on Arabic
foundations with a linteled door and a baroque coast of arms. Located
in the heart of Cáceres's old town and artistic centre (which has
been declared a World Heritage site), the parador was founded by Diego
García de Ulloa, knight of the Order of Santiago. A mixture
of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque styles are to be found in the hotel
building and its surroundings. The restaurant offers Iberian pork
loin with Casar cheese and rosemary roast goat, which are typical dishes
of the varied Extremaduran cuisine ...
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| Parador
de Guadalupe, Cáceres Province |
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Situated
on top of what was the 15th century San Juan Bautista Hospital, and also
a former 16th Century Infantes or grammer school (important learning centres
for medical surgery and grammer respectively), this Parador is located
in the old town of Guadalupe and has been declared a heritate site.
The beautiful garden, the Gothic and Mudéjar cloisters, secluded
swimming pool and the spacious indoor public rooms are welcoming and beautiful.
In the restaurant, enjoy monastic cod, almond and garlic gazpacho, Extremadura
migas (fried breadcrumbs with meat and spices) and La Serena cheesecake
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| Parador
de Jarandilla de la Vera, Cáceres Province |
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Sheltered
in the heart of the Vera and Tiétar valley, this 15th century Palace-Castle
hotel is surrounded by gorges filled with water, chestnut trees and oak
groves and very beautiful natural landscapes. From the towers, the
views of the courtyard, the patio de armas courtyard and its excellent
swimming pool contrast with the olive and orange trees. Inside you will
find a relaxing and intimate atmosphere. And in the restaurant, the Extremaduran
breadcrumbs, mashed paprika potatoes with pork, deep fried suckling pork,
goat stew, and as a traditional dessert our repápalos (breadcrumb
biscuits) with milk and cinnamon, among others, are dishes worth highlighting
among the varied selection of Extremaduran cuisine ...
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| Parador
de Plasencia - Cáceres Province |
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This Parador
was once the former convent of Santo Domingo, and was founded by the Zúñiga
family in the mid 15th century, in the Gothic style. Ideally located
in the historic centre of Plasencia, it is the ideal place to explore the
archectural wonders of the surrounding city, and also the beautiful natural
landscapes around it. In the restaurant, try the exquisite cooking
of Extremadura: Potato soup, partridge stew, lamb with local honey, compote
of figs from La Vera, and, of course, the famous migas ...
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| Parador
de Trujillo - Cáceres Province |
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In the
heart of the historic city of Trujillo is the 16th Century convent of Santa
Clara, now a lovely hotel with an atmosphere of tranquility and comfort.
The city is the birthplace of explorers and the hotel is perfectly located
to explore. The hotel has two beautiful cloisters, one with Renaissance
arches and columns, and the other letting light into the building.
The hotel has monastic style guest rooms and details, spacious and quiet
lounges to relax in, and a bar-café next to the light-filled cloister.
The Parador's restaurant offers tomato soup with cumin, truffles in scrambled
eggs, grilled beef loin with Torta del Casar, and above all the Iberian
hams and sausages, and you must try the homemade cream cheese ice cream
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