3-star hotel in Arroyo Frío, housed in a former convent surrounded by Mediterranean woodland, with an outdoor pool, restaurant and outdoor activities.
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Hotel Rural Convento Santa Maria de la Sierra is a 3-star hotel in Arroyo Frío, within the Sierras de Cazorla, Segura and Las Villas Natural Park, in a converted former monastery. The estate covers 28 hectares of Mediterranean woodland, and the Guadalquivir River is 100 metres away.
The rooms retain their wooden beams and offer air conditioning and a TV; depending on the category, they also have a balcony, terrace, or views of the garden, pool or mountains. There is also an attic suite with a hot tub and family rooms. Outdoors, the swimming pool and garden provide space to enjoy the scenery and activities in the area.
The restaurant serves typical Andalusian cuisine, while the café offers snacks and drinks. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel, and free private parking is provided. Arroyo Frío is 5 km away and Cazorla is 28 km away. The hotel organises off-road excursions and horse rides to explore the surrounding area.
The rooms combine the character of the former convent, with traditional wooden beams, and practical amenities such as air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Options include double rooms, a superior category, a quadruple room and a junior suite; sizes range from 9 to 28 m². Some have views of the garden, pool or mountains, while others also have a balcony or terrace.
The Double Room with Terrace has an Andalusian-style balcony available on request, and the Superior Double Room may have a fireplace or terrace, also on request. The quadruple room offers different bed configurations, while the room with an extra bed has one single bed and one double bed. The Junior Suite with Hot Tub is in the attic and has a terrace. Bathrooms and other details vary by category, with options including a bath or shower, bidet and toiletries.
At 10 m², this room has views of the garden, pool and mountains. The Andalusian-style balcony is available on request, complementing the traditional wooden beams. It has a bath and shower, as well as a bidet and toiletries.
This 14 m² category has French windows and views of the garden, pool and mountains. A fireplace or terrace is available on request, so you can enquire about these options when arranging your stay. The bathroom has a bath, shower and bidet.
At 19 m², this room has views of the garden and mountains, as well as a desk and dining table. The main configuration consists of two single beds and one double bed; an alternative with a sofa bed is also available. Some ground-floor rooms have a fireplace, while some rooms on the first floor have a balcony available on request.
This 28 m² attic suite stands out for its terrace with views of the garden, pool and mountains. The private bathroom includes a hot tub, and the suite also has air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Its wooden beams and tall, narrow windows retain the character of the building.
This 9 m² room has one single bed and one double bed, unlike the double rooms with just one bed. It has views of the garden, pool and mountains; the Andalusian-style balcony is available on request. The bathroom may have a bath or shower.
At 10 m², this double room offers views of the garden, mountains and a landmark, as well as individually controlled air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. It has one double bed. Unlike the rooms with a balcony, its main features are the views and individual climate control.
The shallow outdoor pool and garden let you enjoy the outdoors without leaving the grounds. There is also a terrace, and the hotel organises activities such as hiking, off-road excursions and horse rides in the surrounding area. If you’re travelling by car, free private parking is available without the need to reserve; WiFi is free throughout the property.
The restaurant serves typical Andalusian cuisine, and the bar offers snacks and drinks. Practical services include room service, meeting or banquet rooms, and facilities adapted for guests with reduced mobility. The hotel also has family rooms and non-smoking rooms, air conditioning and heating. Breakfast is continental. With dining facilities, outdoor spaces and activities for exploring the area, you can plan both your meals and days out from the hotel.
Hotel Rural Convento Santa Maria de la Sierra is at Carreterra del Tranco, Km 39.8, in Arroyo Frío, within the Sierras de Cazorla, Segura and Las Villas Natural Park. The building is a converted monastery, and the estate covers 28 hectares of Mediterranean woodland. The Guadalquivir River flows 100 m from the accommodation. Arroyo Frío is 5 km away and the municipality of Cazorla is 28 km away. The outdoor pool and restaurant let you alternate outings with time to relax on the grounds.
Nearby points of interest include El Chaparral, 270 m away, and the ruins of Casa Forestal Majada Llana, 990 m away. Peñón Quemado is 1.3 km away and Cerro Hueco is 1.5 km away. For views of the scenery, Mirador Paso del Aire is 4.7 km away and Mirador del Puerto de las Palomas is 4.9 km away. The Lavadero Fuente del Cuerno, dating from 1955, is the same distance away. These places give you specific spots to explore around Arroyo Frío.
The natural park offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities; the hotel organises off-road excursions and horse rides in the area. Hiking is another option at the property. You can combine a day on the local trails with a visit to Cazorla, 28 km away, or head to the viewpoints at Paso del Aire and Puerto de las Palomas. The Guadalquivir, 100 m away, and the outdoor pool offer alternatives for relaxing when you return. The 28-hectare estate gives you room to enjoy the Mediterranean woodland without travelling far from the accommodation.
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Guests particularly appreciate the cleanliness and surroundings, and also praise the comfort of the rooms. The staff and facilities receive favourable comments, while value for money gets a somewhat more moderate rating. WiFi is free and is rated positively.
Rates at Hotel Rural Convento Santa Maria de la Sierra vary depending on the season, room category and dates. To find out the current price for your stay, check the available rates for your dates.
Hotel Rural Convento Santa Maria de la Sierra is at Carreterra del Tranco, Km 39.8, in Arroyo Frío, next to the Sierras de Cazorla, Segura and Las Villas Natural Park. The hotel has free private parking, and you don’t need to reserve a space. Arroyo Frío is 5 km away and Cazorla is 28 km away. The hotel also organises off-road excursions and horse rides in the surrounding area.
Hotel Rural Convento Santa Maria de la Sierra is next to the Sierras de Cazorla, Segura and Las Villas Natural Park. El Chaparral is 270 m away, and the ruins of Casa Forestal Majada Llana are 990 m away. Peñón Quemado is 1.3 km away. Mirador Paso del Aire is 4.7 km away, and Mirador del Puerto de las Palomas is 4.9 km away. The Guadalquivir River flows 100 m away.
Hotel Rural Convento Santa Maria de la Sierra serves a continental breakfast. The hotel restaurant serves typical Andalusian cuisine, and the café offers snacks and drinks. You’ll also find other dining options at the hotel besides continental breakfast.
Yes, Hotel Rural Convento Santa Maria de la Sierra allows pets on request and with prior approval. You need to notify the property in advance; a passport or other documentation is required for approval. Supplements may apply, and the stated fee for pets is €15 per animal per night.
Yes, Hotel Rural Convento Santa Maria de la Sierra has a shallow outdoor swimming pool. The hotel also has a garden and terrace, so you can relax outdoors between swims. The Guadalquivir River is 100 m from the former monastery.
Hotel Rural Convento Santa Maria de la Sierra offers Double Rooms, a Superior Double Room, a Quadruple Room and a Junior Suite with Hot Tub. Some categories have a balcony or terrace and views of the garden, pool or mountains. A fireplace and a terrace in certain rooms are available on request.
Yes. At Hotel Rural Convento Santa Maria de la Sierra, stays on 31 December with half board include a mandatory supplement for the New Year’s Eve gala dinner. If you choose a room with a fireplace, firewood costs €15.
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