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Hotel in Cuenca housed in a 16th-century monastery, with extensive gardens, a seasonal outdoor pool and traditional cuisine in its restaurant.
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Hotel Resort Cueva del Fraile is a 3-star hotel in Cuenca, housed in a former 16th-century monastery and surrounded by 25,000 m² of gardens. The central courtyard and stone arches preserve features of the historic building, while the rooms retain a rustic style with exposed stone and beamed ceilings. There are double, triple and single rooms, as well as suites, with a private bathroom, air conditioning and TV; some also have a seating area or a hydromassage bath. The Double Room with Living Room adds a sofa bed, while the suites offer different layouts for groups and families.
The La Hoz restaurant serves traditional Spanish cuisine and has a wine collection; in summer, a restaurant also operates by the outdoor pool, which is open from July until early September. The rural estate overlooks the countryside and is 1 km from the Arroyo de Bonilla river. Cuenca is a 10-minute drive away, and the Casas Colgadas are around 15 minutes away. The property combines architectural heritage, outdoor spaces and its own dining facilities for relaxing stays or visits to the city.
The hotel has single, double and triple rooms, as well as options with a seating area and suites. All have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV; several rooms feature beamed ceilings and rustic décor. Room size and capacity vary: the Double Room with Living Room measures 25 m², while the single room is 13 m² and is designed for one person.
Layouts include a double bed or two single beds, and the triple room has three single beds. The Double Room with Living Room and the Deluxe Double Room include a sofa bed and seating area. The suites have a private hydromassage bath; the Suite has a separate seating area, while the Junior Suite has two double beds. You can choose between simple rooms for one person, rooms for several people and options with a separate space to relax.
At 25 m² and accommodating up to three people, the Double Room with Living Room adds a spacious seating area, setting it apart from the simpler double rooms. Its layout combines a large double bed and a sofa bed. It retains the hotel’s rustic style and has air conditioning.
The Triple Room measures 16 m² and accommodates three people, with three single beds. Its wooden beamed ceiling is a distinctive feature of the hotel’s rustic architecture. It also has air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom.
This 15 m² room is designed for two people and offers a choice of one double bed or two single beds. The wooden beamed ceiling and rustic décor preserve the traditional character of the building. It has air conditioning, a private bathroom and a TV.
At 13 m², this room has one single bed and is designed for one person. It offers a simple space to relax after exploring Cuenca, with the rustic style found in other rooms at the hotel. It includes air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV.
The Deluxe Room measures 15 m² and accommodates two people, with a double bed or two single beds. Its private bathroom has a shower, and the room has air conditioning and central heating. This rustic-style option also has a flat-screen TV.
At 20 m² and accommodating up to three people, the Deluxe Double Room has a seating area and sofa bed, as well as a double bed or two single beds. The sloping ceiling and rustic décor define its look. The private bathroom may have a shower or a bath.
The Junior Suite measures 20 m² and accommodates up to four people, with two double beds. Its distinctive feature is the private hydromassage bath, built into the bathroom. Rustic décor and a flat-screen TV complete this air-conditioned room with central heating.
This 20 m² Suite accommodates up to four people and combines a large double bed with a sofa bed. Unlike the Junior Suite, it has a separate seating area. The private bathroom includes a hydromassage bath, and the room has air conditioning.
The hotel brings together outdoor spaces and leisure options for different plans: it has a terrace and garden, a kids’ club, a children’s playground and mini golf. You can also play table tennis, billiards and tennis. Families can choose family rooms, and non-smoking rooms are available if you prefer a smoke-free environment. Shared facilities include a 24-hour reception, luggage storage and a shared lounge with a TV.
The property also has a restaurant, bar and café. There is a children’s buffet and children’s menu for meals with kids, and you can request breakfast in your room. Public parking is available free of charge, with an electric vehicle charging station; Wi-Fi is free in the communal areas. Pets are allowed and charges may apply. The hotel also has air conditioning, heating, a lift and room service.
Hotel Resort Cueva del Fraile is on a rural estate on Carretera Buenache, Km 7, surrounded by 25,000 m² of gardens and overlooking the countryside. The building, a former 16th-century monastery, retains a central courtyard and stone arches. The Arroyo de Bonilla river is 1 km away. Nearby are the Panteón de los Marqueses de la Cuba, 1.3 km away, and the village of Molinos de Papel, 1.6 km away; the Ermita de la Virgen del Vadillo is 2.2 km away.
Cuenca is a 10-minute drive away and the Casas Colgadas are 15 minutes away. Notable places in the area include the castle and remains of the city walls, 3.8 km away, and the Puente de San Pablo, 4.0 km away. Cuenca - Fernando Zóbel station is 8 km away, and Chillarón station is 11 km away. To visit the historic centre, you can head to the Cathedral of Santa María and San Julián and the Spanish Museum of Abstract Art, both 4.1 km away.
A visit to Cuenca lets you combine the heritage of its streets with the landscape of its gorges. The Casas Colgadas and Puente de San Pablo are part of a route through the historic area, while the museum offers a stop dedicated to Spanish abstract art. You can also include the cathedral, the castle and the remains of the city walls. For a more peaceful outing, Molinos de Papel and the nearby hermitage add options beyond the city centre. The hotel is an easy drive away, making it convenient to arrange these visits and return to the rural estate afterwards.
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Guests particularly appreciate the setting and the staff, with positive feedback also for cleanliness and comfort. The facilities and value for money receive somewhat more moderate reviews. Wi-Fi gets the lowest rating, reflecting weaker signal in some rooms.
Rates at Hotel Resort Cueva del Fraile vary depending on the season, room type and dates. For your travel dates, check the latest price through our booking channels.
Hotel Resort Cueva del Fraile is at Carretera Buenache, Km 7, in Cuenca, a 10-minute drive from the city. Cuenca - Fernando Zóbel station is 8 km away and Chillarón station is 11 km away. The property has free public parking on site; there’s no need to reserve. The Casas Colgadas are a 15-minute drive away.
Near Hotel Resort Cueva del Fraile are the Panteón de los Marqueses de la Cuba, 1.3 km away, and Molinos de Papel, 1.6 km away. The castle and city wall remains are 3.8 km away. The Puente de San Pablo is 4.0 km away, while the Casas Colgadas and the Spanish Museum of Abstract Art are 4.1 km away.
Breakfast is served buffet-style, with gluten-free options available. You can also request it in your room; the hotel has a children’s buffet and a children’s menu, practical options for those travelling with children.
Hotel Resort Cueva del Fraile allows pets. There is a supplement of 20 EUR per pet per stay; contact the hotel before your trip to check the applicable conditions.
Hotel Resort Cueva del Fraile offers free Wi-Fi in the communal areas. Due to the layout of the building, the signal may be weaker in some rooms, so coverage varies across the property.
Hotel Resort Cueva del Fraile has free public parking on site, and no reservation is needed. There is also an electric vehicle charging station.
The outdoor pool at Hotel Resort Cueva del Fraile is only open from July until early September. A restaurant also operates by the pool during the summer months, and the property has a pool bar.
The Suite at Hotel Resort Cueva del Fraile measures 20 m² and accommodates up to four people. It has a large double bed, a sofa bed and a separate seating area; the private bathroom has a hydromassage bath.
