Parador de Alarcón
Alarcón · Castilla-La Mancha · 4 Stars

Parador de Alarcón

Four-star hotel in a Moorish castle above Alarcón, with distinctive rooms, seasonal local cuisine and walking routes among medieval heritage and the Júcar River.

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9.0 Score
446 Reviews
4★ Stars
14:30 Check-in
Area Alarcón
Nearby La Peña · 80 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:30

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Parador de Alarcón

Parador de Alarcón is a 4-star hotel in Alarcón, housed in an 8th-century Moorish castle beside the Júcar River. The building retains original wooden beams and traditional furnishings, combined with modern facilities; from the tower, you can enjoy views of the surrounding area. Its historic character suits those who want to explore the medieval town and stay in a monumental building.

The rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a TV; depending on the room type, they also feature a patio, bathtub, minibar and views of the town, a landmark or the river. The hotel offers laundry service, tourist information and free Wi-Fi throughout. It has a restaurant serving traditional local cuisine made with seasonal ingredients, as well as a bar and room service. Free public parking is also available. Alarcón Reservoir is nearby and Cuenca is 80 km away, making it easy to combine a visit to local heritage sites with excursions in the area.

Parador de Alarcón
★ 9.0 · Wonderful · 446 reviews

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Four-star hotel in a Moorish castle above Alarcón, with distinctive rooms, seasonal local cuisine and walking routes among medieval heritage and the Júcar River.

Room types

The rooms at Parador de Alarcón have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a TV, with warm tones and luxurious fabrics. The Superior Double Room occupies the castle tower and has a double four-poster bed; its historic character is complemented by a patio, bathtub and views of the town and a landmark. It also includes a coffee machine and minibar.

The Standard Double Room, measuring 20.88 m², has two single beds, a patio and river views, as well as views of the town and a landmark. Its bathroom may have a bathtub or shower, and the room includes a safe and minibar. The rooms differ in floor area, bed configuration, position in the tower and views: you can choose between a four-poster bed and a room with single beds.

Superior Double Room — Parador de Alarcón
Superior Double Room
27 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bathtub
  • Patio

At 27.78 m², the Superior Double Room is in the tower and has a double four-poster bed. The patio and views of the town and a landmark complement its historic character; it also has a bathtub, coffee machine and minibar.

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Standard Double Room — Parador de Alarcón
Standard Double Room
20 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • River views
  • Patio

At 20.88 m², the Standard Double Room has two single beds and river views, as well as views of the town and a landmark. It has a patio, air conditioning, a safe and a bathroom with a bathtub or shower; the minibar completes the amenities.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you're drawn to historic buildings: the hotel occupies an 8th-century Moorish castle.
  • you want to explore Alarcón on foot: La Peña viewpoint is 80 m away and the castle is 120 m away.
  • you'd like to try traditional local cuisine made with seasonal ingredients.
  • you need free Wi-Fi throughout the property.
  • you're travelling by car and free public parking at the property suits you.

Maybe not, if...

  • you'd rather stay in a contemporary hotel than a historic castle.
  • you want to be within a few kilometres of Cuenca: the city is 80 km away.
  • you need private parking: the parking available at the property is public.
  • you're looking for an airport nearby: Albacete Airport is 67 km away.

Hotel facilities & services

Parador combines practical services with communal spaces for relaxing: there is a patio, terrace, outdoor furniture and a shared TV area. The reception is open 24 hours a day and offers luggage storage, tourist information and currency exchange; private check-in and check-out, daily housekeeping and a wake-up service are also available. To help you plan activities, the hotel offers walking tours, pub crawls and hiking, as well as board games and puzzles.

Dining options include a restaurant, bar, café, children's menu and breakfast in your room. Room service and the minibar provide further options for eating during your stay. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, along with free public parking. The rooms have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a telephone, air conditioning and a private bathroom. Ironing and laundry services are also available.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathtub
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Walking tours
  • Pub crawls
  • Hiking
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Board games / puzzles
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Fax / photocopying

Parking

  • Street parking

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Kids' meals
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • City views
  • Landmark views
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fold-up bed
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Parador de Alarcón is at Avenida Amigos de los Castillos, 3, inside an 8th-century Moorish castle perched beside the Júcar River, above the medieval town. Several landmarks are close by: La Peña viewpoint is 80 m away, Parroquia de Santa María is 110 m away and Castillo de Alarcón is 120 m away. These places are close enough to explore on foot, with the historic building as a landmark.

Museo Miguel Ourvantzoff is 170 m away; Puerta del Río is 180 m away and the town of Alarcón is 190 m away. You can also visit Puerta del Calabozo and Iglesia Santa Trinidad, both 210 m away, or Puerta de Chinchilla, 280 m away. Torre de los Alarconcillos is 360 m away and the ruins of Plaza de Armas are 420 m away; these landmarks give you options for extending your walk around the site and its surroundings.

For a meal, La Cabaña de Alarcón is 50 m away and Bar Patronio is 250 m away. Alarcón Reservoir is close to the hotel, while Cuenca is 80 km away and Albacete Airport is 67 km away. The historic gates, churches and remains of fortifications offer different places to visit, whether you have a short visit or want to spend longer in the town. Walking routes and hiking activities let you alternate between heritage sites and the natural surroundings.

La Peña — A high point offering views of the landscape and the Júcar River surroundings. 80 m
Parish Church of Santa María — The town's church, a place to discover its local religious heritage. 110 m
Castle of Alarcón — A medieval fortress housing the Parador and overlooking the historic centre. 120 m
Miguel Ourvantzoff Museum — A museum dedicated to the artist Miguel Ourvantzoff and his work. 170 m
River Gate — A historic entrance to the walled site beside the Júcar River. 180 m
Alarcón — A medieval town with streets, monuments and historic architecture to explore. 190 m

What guests say about Parador de Alarcón

9.0
Wonderful · 446 reviews
Staff
9.5
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
9.3
Facilities
9.0
Value for money
8.1
Free Wi-Fi
9.1

Reviews reflect a very satisfying stay: guests particularly praise the staff and cleanliness, along with the comfort and facilities. Wi-Fi also receives positive feedback; value for money scores a little lower than these aspects, without affecting the overall impression.

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