Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada
Santo Domingo de la Calzada · La Rioja · 4 Stars

Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada

Four-star hotel in Santo Domingo de la Calzada, housed in a former 12th-century hospital, with Gothic architecture, a Riojan restaurant and the cathedral just metres away.

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8.9 Score
1.171 Reviews
4★ Stars
14:00 Check-in
Nearby Santo Domingo de la Calzada Cathedral · 30 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada

Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada is a 4-star hotel in Santo Domingo de la Calzada, housed in a former 12th-century hospital. Its architecture preserves Gothic arches and wooden features; the lounges and lobby let you appreciate the building’s historic character. It is on Plaza del Santo, next to the cathedral, and combines the area’s heritage with services for a stay in the centre.

The rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar; some include a bathtub, and the options with a sofa bed can accommodate a third guest. The restaurant serves Riojan recipes such as bacalao a la riojana and stuffed peppers, accompanied by local wines, and the bar rounds out the dining options. A buffet breakfast is served in the morning and is also available in your room. The property offers free WiFi, a 24-hour reception, a terrace and facilities for guests with reduced mobility. Private parking costs €19 per day and cannot be reserved. The cathedral, the Cathedral Museum and several historic buildings are just metres away, making it easy to explore the centre on foot.

Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada
★ 8.9 · Fabulous · 1.171 reviews

Plan your stay at Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada

Four-star hotel in Santo Domingo de la Calzada, housed in a former 12th-century hospital, with Gothic architecture, a Riojan restaurant and the cathedral just metres away.

Room types

The rooms combine practical features with details suited to a stay in the centre of Santo Domingo de la Calzada. All three options measure between 23 and 24 m² and have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a TV and a minibar. Two have a bathtub; the third has a bathtub or shower. Some rooms have tiled or marble floors, as well as toiletries, towels and a hairdryer.

Options include a Standard Twin Room for two people and two versions with a sofa bed. One of these is designed for three adults, while the other has an option for two adults and one child in its name. Some room types also have a bidet, a safe and a desk; another adds heating and a telephone. You can choose between a simple layout with two beds or a room with an extra sleeping space, depending on who is travelling with you.

Standard Twin Room — Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada
Standard Twin Room
24 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet

At 24 m², this room has two single beds and a private bathroom with a bathtub. Air conditioning, a minibar and a flat-screen TV cover everyday needs; a bidet, toiletries and a hairdryer complete the bathroom amenities. This is the option without a sofa bed.

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Standard Twin Room (3 Adults) — Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada
Standard Twin Room (3 Adults)
23 m²

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

This 23 m² room adds a sofa bed to the two single beds and is designed for three adults. It has a private bathroom with a bathtub, bidet and toiletries, as well as air conditioning, a safe and a flat-screen TV with cable channels.

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Standard Twin Room (2 Adults + 1 Child) — Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada
Standard Twin Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
23 m²

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Sofa bed
  • Heating

At 23 m², this option combines two single beds and a sofa bed in a layout designed for two adults and one child. It is distinguished by its heating and telephone; the private bathroom has a bathtub or shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and toiletries.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you are drawn to historic buildings: the hotel occupies a former 12th-century hospital with Gothic arches.
  • you want to explore the old town on foot: the cathedral is 30 m from the entrance.
  • you’d like to try Riojan cuisine, such as bacalao a la riojana and stuffed peppers, in the hotel restaurant.
  • you are travelling with a child: there is a Standard Twin Room option for two adults and one child, with a sofa bed.
  • you need free internet access and facilities adapted for guests with reduced mobility.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free parking: private parking costs €19 per day.
  • you want to reserve a parking space before you arrive: parking spaces cannot be reserved.
  • you are looking for a room with a double bed: the listed options have single beds.
  • you expect buffet breakfast to be included in the rate: breakfast is not included.

Hotel facilities & services

The hotel brings together shared spaces and services suited to different types of stay. You can relax on the terrace, ask about hiking or skiing routes, and find a golf course less than 3 km away. Reception is open 24 hours; there is also luggage storage, tourist information, currency exchange and room service. The lift and adapted facilities make it easier for guests with reduced mobility to get around.

The restaurant, bar and on-site café offer several dining options, including a children’s menu and buffet breakfast available in your room. Rooms have a private bathroom, a bathtub, air conditioning and a TV; WiFi is free throughout the property. Private parking is on site, costs €19 per day and cannot be reserved. There are also meeting rooms, a shared TV lounge, laundry service and board games.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service

General facilities

  • Terrace
  • Hiking
  • Skiing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • 24-hour reception
  • Board games / puzzles
  • Laundry service
  • Meeting / banquet facilities
  • Safe
  • Shared TV lounge
  • Air conditioning
  • Lift
  • Facilities for disabled guests

Parking

  • Parking in a garage

Food & drink

  • On-site café
  • Children's menu
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

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

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Bed linen
  • Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada is on Plaza del Santo, in the historic centre of Santo Domingo de la Calzada. Santo Domingo de la Calzada Cathedral is 30 m away; next to it are the Hermitage of Nuestra Señora de La Plaza, 40 m away, and the Cathedral Museum, 50 m away. The area has churches, historic houses and small squares that you can visit on foot. The Camino de Santiago passes through the town, bringing a steady flow of pilgrims to its streets and heritage sites.

Santo Domingo bus station is 200 m away, which is useful if you are arriving by public transport. Vitoria Airport is 50 km away; Logroño–Agoncillo Airport is 51 km away, and Burgos Airport is 53 km away. There are also restaurants very close by: Restaurante La Cancela is 40 m away and Los Caballeros is 50 m away. Café Tertulia is 200 m away, while Estudio 54 Cafe and Pub Aldo are 250 m away.

For a cultural visit, you can head to Casa de Lorenzo de Tejada, 60 m away, and Palacio del Secretario de Carlos V, 110 m away. Parque de las Carnicerias is 70 m away and Plaza de la Alameda is 110 m away; both offer a break between walks around the old town. A little further on are Palacio del Corregidor, 250 m away, and the Medieval Walls, 260 m away. The cathedral and historic streets are a good option for spending a few hours exploring the architecture and Jacobean tradition.

Santo Domingo de la Calzada Cathedral — Historic church associated with the Jacobean tradition and the old town. 30 m
Hermitage of Nuestra Señora de La Plaza — Small church beside the square and the cathedral. 40 m
Cathedral Museum — Sacred art collection beside the town’s main church. 50 m
Casa de Lorenzo de Tejada (17th century) — 17th-century historic building among the streets of the centre. 60 m
Parque de las Carnicerias — Nearby green space where you can take a break during a walk around the old town. 70 m
Santo Domingo Bus Station — Bus arrival and departure point just a few minutes’ walk away. 200 m

What guests say about Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada

8.9
Fabulous · 1.171 reviews
Staff
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
9.3
Facilities
8.9
Value for money
8.5
Free Wi-Fi
9.0

Guests particularly value the location beside historic landmarks, as well as the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms. The staff receive positive comments, and the facilities are rated well overall. The restaurant, the former hospital’s architecture and the cathedral’s proximity round out the features guests appreciate most.

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