Parador de Cardona
Cardona · Catalonia · 4 Stars

Parador de Cardona

Four-star hotel in Cardona, housed in a medieval castle, with a regional restaurant, gym, sauna and Parc Cultural de la Muntanya de Sal 1.5 km away.

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8.9 Score
1.108 Reviews
4★ Stars
14:00 Check-in
Area Cardona
Nearby Sant Vicenç de Cardona · 30 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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Parador de Cardona

Parador de Cardona is a 4-star hotel in Cardona, housed in a 9th-century castle next to Torre de la Minyona, 100 m away. Its medieval architecture, stone walls and views over the Catalan landscape define your stay. It is an appealing option if you are looking for historical heritage and want to explore the town and Muntanya de Sal.

The rooms, measuring 24 to 30 m², combine a private bathroom with a bathtub, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. There are double rooms, a suite with a living room, and options for travelling with a child or for three adults. The restaurant serves regional specialities, and breakfast is available in continental or buffet style. For leisure, the hotel has a gym and sauna. Free public parking is available nearby, and free WiFi is available in the common areas. The Claustre del parador and the church of Sant Vicenç are 30 m away; Parc Cultural de la Muntanya de Sal is 1.5 km away.

Parador de Cardona
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Four-star hotel in Cardona, housed in a medieval castle, with a regional restaurant, gym, sauna and Parc Cultural de la Muntanya de Sal 1.5 km away.

Room types

The four room categories at Parador de Cardona offer stays in rooms measuring 24 to 30 m², with a private bathroom, bathtub, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. The Standard Double Room measures 25 m² and has two single beds; the 30 m² suite adds a separate bedroom and a living room, as well as an extra-large double bed. The other two options measure 24 m² and suit different needs: one is designed for two adults and one child, and the other for three adults, with two single beds and a sofa bed.

The rooms retain medieval-inspired features characteristic of the castle, while their facilities include practical amenities for your stay. The suite also has tea/coffee-making facilities, a bathrobe and slippers; the double rooms include a safe and toiletries. You can choose a double room, a suite with a living area or a layout with additional sleeping space, all with a private bathroom and bathtub.

Standard Double Room — Parador de Cardona
Standard Double Room
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bathtub
  • Minibar

Measuring 25 m², the Standard Double Room offers a simple layout for two people and two single beds. The bathtub is a feature of the bathroom, while the minibar and flat-screen TV complete the facilities. Its medieval-period details complement the character of the castle.

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Suite — Parador de Cardona
Suite
30 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bathrobe
  • Slippers

Measuring 30 m², this suite adds a living room and a separate bedroom, a different layout from the double rooms. It has an extra-large double bed, a bathtub and free toiletries. Tea/coffee-making facilities, a bathrobe and slippers are among its distinctive features.

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Standard Double Room (2 adults + 1 child) — Parador de Cardona
Standard Double Room (2 adults + 1 child)
24 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Bathtub
  • Minibar

This 24 m² option is designed for two adults and one child, with two single beds and a sofa bed. The private bathroom has a bathtub and hairdryer; the minibar and safe provide practical amenities. Its layout distinguishes it from the room for three adults.

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Standard Double Room (3 adults)
24 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Bathtub
  • Flat-screen TV

Measuring 24 m², this room is set up for three adults and has two single beds and a sofa bed. It includes a bathtub, private bathroom, air conditioning and a minibar. It shares the sleeping arrangement of the option for two adults and one child, but is intended for a stay for three adults.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to sleep in a 9th-century castle with medieval architecture and stone walls
  • you are interested in exploring the site's heritage, including the church of Sant Vicenç, 30 m away
  • you want to combine a restaurant serving regional specialities with a gym and sauna
  • you are travelling as a family: family rooms are available, including an option for two adults and one child
  • free public parking nearby, with no reservation required, would be useful for you

Maybe not, if...

  • you need private parking at the accommodation: the free parking is public and located nearby
  • you want to use WiFi in your room: free WiFi is available in the common areas
  • you want to stay close to Andorra-La Seu d'Urgell Airport: it is 52 km away
  • you rely on passenger trains: FGC Súria (Mercaderies), 12 km away, is a freight station

Hotel facilities & services

Parador de Cardona offers services to help you relax and enjoy the castle grounds. It has a gym, sauna and terrace, as well as a 24-hour reception, luggage storage, a safe and room service. Family rooms are available, and the accommodation also has a lift and heating and air conditioning, as well as non-smoking rooms.

The restaurant, bar and snack bar offer different dining options, including a children's menu and breakfast in your room. The rooms also have a minibar. Free public parking is available nearby and does not require a reservation. WiFi is free in the common areas. Other practical services include laundry, a wake-up service, currency exchange and meeting or banquet facilities.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathtub
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Flat-screen TV

General facilities

  • Terrace
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry service
  • 24-hour reception
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Safe
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Gym
  • Sauna

Parking

  • Street parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station

Food & drink

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

Media & technology

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

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Bed linen
  • Extra-long beds (>2 metres)
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Parador de Cardona is within Castell de Cardona, above the centre of Cardona, in the Bages area. The medieval complex brings together several points of interest: the Claustre del parador and the Pintures murals are 30 m away, Sant Vicenç de Cardona is 30 m away and Torre de la Minyona is 100 m away. Walking down towards the town, 390 m away, you can explore its streets and visit Portal de Graells, 310 m away, or Sant Miquel, 400 m away. The area's landscape and the castle's connection with the Cardoner river complete the immediate surroundings.

You can extend your visit to include the area's mining heritage: Mines de Sal de Cardona is 1.4 km away and Parc Cultural de la Muntanya de Sal de Cardona is 1.5 km away. The visit helps you understand the municipality's salt geology and offers something different from a walk around the castle. Pont del Diable, a historic bridge, is 580 m away; Parc del Miracle is 550 m away. For longer journeys, Andorra-La Seu d'Urgell Airport is 52 km away and Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 75 km away.

During a day in Cardona, you can visit the Romanesque church of Sant Vicenç, the fortified areas and the streets in the town centre, and set aside time for the museum and the former salt mines. The church is next to the castle, so you can add religious architecture to your visit without leaving the grounds. The town is close by, allowing you to continue on foot through its streets and along its historic entrances; you can also visit Pont del Diable or the nearby parks. FGC Súria (Mercaderies) station, 12 km away, handles freight, not passenger trains.

Sant Vicenç de Cardona — Romanesque church forming part of the castle's monumental complex. 30 m
Cardona Castle — Medieval fortress overlooking the landscape and preserving historic areas. 40 m
Torre de la Minyona — Historic tower within the grounds, associated with medieval defensive architecture. 100 m
Portal de Graells — Former entrance to the town centre, associated with Cardona's walls. 310 m
Pont del Diable — Historic bridge over the valley, a pleasant place for a nearby walk. 580 m
Parc Cultural de la Muntanya de Sal — Museum space dedicated to geology and salt mining. 1,5 km

What guests say about Parador de Cardona

8.9
Fabulous · 1.108 reviews
Staff
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.4
Cleanliness
9.3
Facilities
8.9
Value for money
8.7
Free Wi-Fi
8.4

Guests particularly appreciate the cleanliness and comfort, and highlight the castle's historic setting and the staff's service. The facilities and value for money are viewed positively. WiFi, which is available in the common areas, is comparatively the least appreciated aspect.

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