Hostal El Rincón
Ávila · Castile and León

Hostal El Rincón

Guest house within Ávila’s walled enclosure, next to the town hall, with a Castilian restaurant, functional rooms and options for one, two or three people.

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7.3 Score
806 Reviews
13:00 Check-in
Area Ávila
Nearby Ávila City Walls · 50 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 13:00

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Hostal El Rincón

Hostal El Rincón is a guest house in Ávila, within the city walls and next to the town hall, with a restaurant serving Castilian cuisine. Its address, on Plaza de Zurraquín, lets you stay in the historic centre, close to the cathedral, Mosén Rubí Chapel and the Palace of Las Águilas.

The rooms have functional décor, tiled floors, a seating area and a private bathroom; depending on the category, they have a bath or shower. Options include single rooms, double rooms with a double bed or two single beds, and a 19 m² triple room with three single beds and a bath. The guest house also has free WiFi, a bar and a restaurant serving Castilian dishes such as Ávila steak, as well as homemade tapas and seafood. It’s a practical option if you want to explore the streets and monuments within the walled enclosure on foot. The train station is 1.4 km away and the bus station is 1.5 km away.

Hostal El Rincón
★ 7.3 · Good · 806 reviews

Plan your stay at Hostal El Rincón

Guest house within Ávila’s walled enclosure, next to the town hall, with a Castilian restaurant, functional rooms and options for one, two or three people.

Room types

The rooms at Hostal El Rincón come in four options: single, double with a double bed, standard double with two single beds, and triple. The first three are 15 m² and accommodate one or two people, while the triple room is 19 m² and sleeps up to three guests. All have a private bathroom.

Depending on the room, you can choose between one single bed, one double bed or two single beds. The standard option with two single beds includes a seating area and TV, while the single room has a shower. The triple room stands out for its bath and three single beds, making it suitable for those travelling together who prefer separate beds. Bed linen is available in the categories described; some rooms also include toiletries, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. The tiled floors are part of the simple, functional style of these rooms.

Standard Double Room - 2 beds — Hostal El Rincón
Standard Double Room - 2 beds
15 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Seating area
  • TV

At 15 m², this room has two single beds and sleeps up to two people. It differs from the double room with a double bed in its twin layout and seating area with a TV. Tiled floors, a wardrobe and heating complete the facilities described.

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Double Room — Hostal El Rincón
Double Room
15 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Toilet
  • Bed linen

This 15 m² room has one double bed and sleeps up to two people. Unlike the standard option with two single beds, this room brings a couple together in one bed. It’s a simple option within the range, with a private bathroom and bed linen.

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Single Room — Hostal El Rincón
Single Room
15 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Shower
  • Bed linen

Designed for one person, this 15 m² room has one single bed and a private bathroom with a shower. It differs from the double options in its single occupancy and shower, rather than the bath found in the triple room. Bed linen is included.

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Triple Room — Hostal El Rincón
Triple Room
19 m²

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Bath
  • Bed linen

At 19 m², this is the largest room available and sleeps up to three people in three single beds. Its distinguishing feature is the private bathroom with a bath. Compared with the 15 m² rooms, it offers more space and a layout suitable for sharing a room without sharing a bed.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay within Ávila’s city walls, next to the town hall and close to the cathedral.
  • you’d like a restaurant and bar at the guest house, serving Castilian cuisine and homemade tapas.
  • you need free WiFi throughout the property.
  • you’re travelling alone or as a couple and prefer to choose between a single room, a double room or a room with two single beds.
  • there are three of you and you’re looking for a 19 m² room with three single beds and a bath.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need on-site parking: Hostal El Rincón has no parking.
  • you expect to arrive to check in after 21:00, outside the stated check-in hours.
  • you want a spacious room: the options are 15 or 19 m².
  • you need reception to be open all night: it closes at 00:00.

Hotel facilities & services

The guest house combines useful facilities for a stay in the historic centre: there’s free WiFi, a restaurant and a bar, as well as family rooms and non-smoking rooms. The lift provides access to the different floors, while heating is useful during Ávila’s cold months.

If you want to plan visits, you can use the tourist information service. Leisure options include a golf course less than 3 km away. The property also offers fax and photocopying services. Overall, it brings together on-site dining, internet access and basic facilities for different types of travellers, whether you’re arriving as a couple or looking for a family room. The room categories described include a private bathroom.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tourist information
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Lift
  • Bar

General facilities

  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Fax / photocopying
  • Tourist information
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Food & drink

  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom
  • Bed linen

Location & what to see

Hostal El Rincón is on Plaza de Zurraquín, within Ávila’s city walls and next to the town hall. The area combines historic streets, squares, shops and restaurants. Ávila’s city walls are 50 m away and Plaza de Abastos is 60 m away. The Palace of Don Gaspar del Águila is 100 m away; Mosén Rubí Chapel is 110 m away and the Palace of los Águila is 120 m away.

Ávila Cathedral is a 2-minute walk away. You can also visit Torreón de los Guzmanes, 200 m away, and the Museum of Santa Teresa, 300 m away; the Basilica and Birthplace of Saint Teresa of Jesus is also 300 m away. If you’re travelling from other cities, Ávila RENFE station is 1.4 km away and the bus station is 1.5 km away. Salamanca Airport is 73 km away. The guest house has no parking.

The walled enclosure is well suited to exploring monuments, churches and squares on foot. Plaza Fuente el Sol is 160 m away and San Vicente Garden is 230 m away; Rastro Park is 320 m away. You can combine a visit to places associated with Saint Teresa with a walk alongside the city walls and a stop at Plaza de Abastos. For meals, the guest house serves Castilian cuisine and local specialities such as Ávila steak; its bar also offers homemade tapas and seafood.

Ávila City Walls — Monumental section of the defensive enclosure surrounding Ávila’s historic centre. 50 m
Plaza de Abastos — Central market where you can discover local produce and commercial activity. 60 m
Palace of Don Gaspar del Águila — Historic palace among the stately buildings of the old town. 100 m
Chapel of Mosén Rubí — Historic church near squares and monumental buildings in the centre. 110 m
Museum of Santa Teresa — A space dedicated to the life and legacy of Teresa de Jesús. 300 m
Ávila RENFE Station — Railway station with train connections to other destinations. 1,4 km

What guests say about Hostal El Rincón

7.3
Good · 806 reviews
Staff
7.6
Comfort
7.5
Location
9.4
Cleanliness
7.7
Facilities
7.1
Value for money
8.0
Free Wi-Fi
7.4

The proximity to the historic centre is the most highly rated aspect. Cleanliness and service receive fair reviews, while facilities, comfort and WiFi score somewhat lower. Value for money receives a favourable rating overall.

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