Parador de Alcalá de Henares
Alcalá de Henares · Community of Madrid · 4 Stars

Parador de Alcalá de Henares

Four-star hotel in Alcalá de Henares, with a 16th-century cloister, seasonal outdoor pool, restaurant and walking access to the historic centre.

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9.1 Score
2.219 Reviews
4★ Stars
14:00 Check-in
Nearby Colegio Mayor de San Ildefonso · 80 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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Parador de Alcalá de Henares

Parador de Alcalá de Henares is a 4-star hotel in Alcalá de Henares, housed in the former convent of Santo Tomás de Aquino, whose 16th-century cloister has a terrace. Its historic architecture sits alongside contemporary spaces, making it easy to explore the old town on foot or combine city visits with a quiet stay. The hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool, a restaurant serving traditional Spanish cuisine and a bar.

The rooms offer a private bathroom, air conditioning and a minibar: the Standard Double Room is 24 m², the Superior Double Room measures 36 m² and offers garden views, and the room adapted for guests with reduced mobility is 28 m². The gym, spa and garden round out the leisure options, while WiFi is free. Private parking costs €18 per day and cannot be reserved in advance. The hotel suits travellers interested in the university heritage, couples and anyone who needs an adapted room; Madrid is 26 km away.

Parador de Alcalá de Henares
★ 9.1 · Wonderful · 2.219 reviews

Plan your stay at Parador de Alcalá de Henares

Four-star hotel in Alcalá de Henares, with a 16th-century cloister, seasonal outdoor pool, restaurant and walking access to the historic centre.

Room types

The rooms combine a private bathroom, air conditioning and a minibar, with different bed configurations. The Standard Double Room covers 24 m² and has a bathtub; it comes with two single beds. The Superior Double Room is 36 m², has garden views and a coffee machine, as well as a bathtub and shower. These features give each room its own character while retaining shared comforts.

There is also a 28 m² Double Room adapted for guests with reduced mobility, with two single beds, a dressing room and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms have toiletries, a hairdryer, safe, desk, TV and satellite channels. Heating is available in the Standard and adapted rooms, while the Superior adds garden views and a coffee machine. You can choose between different configurations and prioritise a bathtub, views or accessibility.

Standard Double Room — Parador de Alcalá de Henares
Standard Double Room
24 m²

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bathtub
  • Minibar

At 24 m², the Standard Double Room offers air conditioning, a minibar and a private bathroom with a bathtub. It has two single beds, as well as a shower, toiletries, a safe and satellite TV. Heating completes the facilities in this classically styled room.

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Superior Double Room — Parador de Alcalá de Henares
Superior Double Room
36 m²

  • 1 Large double bed or 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Garden view
  • Coffee machine

The Superior Double Room is 36 m² and has garden views, a feature that sets it apart at the hotel. It comes with a coffee machine, minibar and private bathroom with a bathtub and shower. The large double bed, air conditioning and satellite TV complete a room designed for relaxing.

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Double Room Adapted for Guests with Reduced Mobility — Parador de Alcalá de Henares
Double Room Adapted for Guests with Reduced Mobility
28 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing room

At 28 m², this room has two single beds and is adapted for guests with reduced mobility. It has a private bathroom with a shower, air conditioning and a minibar, as well as a dressing room, safe and heating. Its layout and facilities set it apart from the hotel's other rooms.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to explore the university heritage: Colegio Mayor de San Ildefonso is 80 m away and the Cervantes Museum is 350 m away.
  • you are drawn to historic buildings: the hotel occupies a convent with a 16th-century cloister.
  • you want access to an outdoor pool during the season.
  • you would like to combine sightseeing with a gym and spa at the hotel.
  • you need a room adapted for guests with reduced mobility.

Maybe not, if...

  • you are looking for free parking: private parking costs €18 per day.
  • you need to reserve a parking space before you arrive: reservations are not possible.
  • you want to stay in Madrid city: the hotel is in Alcalá de Henares, 26 km away.
  • you need breakfast to be included in the room rate.

Hotel facilities & services

The hotel brings together spaces to relax and practical services for your stay. The terrace and garden offer outdoor areas, while the outdoor pool, gym, spa and wellness centre let you alternate visits around Alcalá with time at the property. Room service, a concierge, luggage storage and a 24-hour reception are also available; the lift and adapted rooms make it easier to get around.

For dining, the restaurant is complemented by a bar, snack bar, children's menu and breakfast in your room. The rooms are non-smoking and have air conditioning, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. Private parking costs €18 per day and cannot be reserved. Other services include tourist information, currency exchange, daily housekeeping, laundry and meeting rooms.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 2 restaurants
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for guests with reduced mobility
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Room service

General facilities

  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • 24-hour reception
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Lift
  • Facilities for guests with reduced mobility
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Spa and wellness centre

Parking

  • Parking in a garage

Food & drink

  • Children's menu
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Wardrobe
  • Dressing room
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Parador de Alcalá de Henares is at Colegios, 8, beside the historic university complex of Alcalá de Henares. Colegio Mayor de San Ildefonso is 80 m away and Colegio de San Pedro y San Pablo is 150 m away. The 'Los Universos de Cervantes' Interpretation Centre is 90 m away; the area's historic courtyards and buildings make it easy to explore the city's university heritage on foot. Alcalá de Henares Historic Centre is 250 m away.

Alcalá de Henares railway station is 550 m away, and Cercanías-Alcalá de Henares station is 850 m away. There are bus stops at Vía Complutense-Colegio, 450 m away, and Alcala - C/ Via Complutense 13, 500 m away. Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport is 14 km away. Madrid is 26 km away, so you can combine your visits to Alcalá with a trip to the capital.

To explore the city, you can visit Capilla Del Oidor, 100 m away, and the Ibero-American Art Museum, 210 m away. The Market is 260 m away and the Cervantes Museum is 350 m away; Puerta de Madrid is 850 m away. A walk through the old town takes you between monuments, museums and historic courtyards, with stops to learn about the literary tradition associated with Cervantes. The short distances between these places make it possible to plan much of your sightseeing on foot.

Colegio Mayor de San Ildefonso — Historic university building associated with Alcalá's academic tradition. 80 m
Capilla Del Oidor — Historic chapel close to the old town and the main university courtyards. 100 m
'Los Universos de Cervantes' Interpretation Centre — Cultural space dedicated to the work and legacy of Cervantes. 90 m
Ibero-American Art Museum — Museum with Ibero-American art collections in central Alcalá. 210 m
Alcalá de Henares Historic Centre — Monumental streets, courtyards and buildings linked to the city's university history. 250 m
Cervantes Museum — Museum dedicated to Cervantes, his life and literary legacy. 350 m

What guests say about Parador de Alcalá de Henares

9.1
Wonderful · 2.219 reviews
Staff
9.3
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Value for money
8.8
Free Wi-Fi
8.4

Guests highlight the cleanliness and comfort, both rated very highly, along with the staff and facilities. Value for money receives a somewhat more moderate rating, although the overall feedback reflects a very positive experience.

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