Parador de Zafra
Zafra · Extremadura · 4 Stars

Parador de Zafra

Four-star hotel in Zafra, housed in a historic castle, with a central courtyard, restaurant, gardens and a swimming pool open during the summer.

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8.4 Score
1.426 Reviews
4★ Stars
14:00 Check-in
Area Zafra
Nearby Palace of the Dukes of Feria · 20 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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Parador de Zafra

Parador de Zafra is a 4-star hotel in Zafra, housed in a restored 15th-century castle that was once the residence of the Dukes of Feria. Its nine towers, stone walls and central courtyard retain the character of the original building. Inside, you’ll find a lounge with a fireplace, a chapel with a Gothic-Mudéjar tower, and wrought-iron details, high ceilings and period furnishings.

The double rooms offer views of the garden, the town or an interior courtyard; some have a terrace, and one room has an extra bed for three adults, while another accommodates two adults and a child. The restaurant serves meals, and the bar serves drinks. The gardens have a seasonal swimming pool, open from 1 June to 30 September. The hotel is in the centre of Zafra, where you can explore the squares, churches and other historic buildings on foot. Breakfast is served in continental and buffet styles.

Parador de Zafra
★ 8.4 · Very good · 1.426 reviews

Plan your stay at Parador de Zafra

Four-star hotel in Zafra, housed in a historic castle, with a central courtyard, restaurant, gardens and a swimming pool open during the summer.

Room types

The Standard and Superior Double Rooms combine practical features with views of the garden, the town or an interior courtyard. All have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, soundproofing and a minibar. Bathrooms include toiletries, a hairdryer and a bidet; the bathtub may be combined with a shower. The Superior option has a terrace and measures 34 m², while the other rooms are around 26 m².

There are also two options with an extra bed: one set up for three adults and another for two adults and a child. Both retain a private bathroom and garden views, as well as air conditioning and a minibar. You can choose a double room or a layout designed to share with one more adult or a child, with a straightforward arrangement and the essentials for a restful stay.

Standard Double Room — Parador de Zafra
Standard Double Room
26 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Garden view
  • City view

At 26.01 m², this double room offers views of the garden, the town or the interior courtyard. It has air conditioning, soundproofing and a minibar; the private bathroom includes a bidet, hairdryer and toiletries. The room can be set up with two single beds.

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Superior Double Room — Parador de Zafra
Superior Double Room
34 m²

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Terrace
  • Minibar

At 34 m², this room has a terrace, more space to relax and views of the garden, the town or the interior courtyard. It includes air conditioning, a minibar and a private bathroom with a bidet and hairdryer. The terrace is what sets it apart from the Standard option.

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Double Room with Extra Bed - 1 or 2 Beds (3 Adults) — Parador de Zafra
Double Room with Extra Bed - 1 or 2 Beds (3 Adults)
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Garden view
  • Bathtub or shower

This 25.92 m² room accommodates up to three adults and offers views of the garden, the town or an interior courtyard. It has air conditioning, a minibar and soundproofed walls. The private bathroom includes a bathtub or shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and toiletries.

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Double Room with Extra Bed - 1 or 2 Beds (2 Adults + 1 Child) — Parador de Zafra
Double Room with Extra Bed - 1 or 2 Beds (2 Adults + 1 Child)
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Air conditioning

At 25.92 m², this option is set up for two adults and a child. It has views of the garden, the town or an interior courtyard, as well as air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. The private bathroom has a bathtub or shower, a bidet and a hairdryer.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you’re interested in sleeping in a 15th-century castle that was once the residence of the Dukes of Feria.
  • you want to explore Plaza Grande, Plaza Chica and the historic buildings in the centre of Zafra on foot.
  • you want to enjoy a seasonal swimming pool, open from 1 June to 30 September.
  • you’re looking for a restaurant, a bar and continental or buffet breakfast options.
  • you value free Wi-Fi and rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need breakfast to be included in the rate.
  • you’re looking for free or private parking: the nearby parking is public and costs €4.90 per day.
  • you want a swimming pool available all year round: it’s open from 1 June to 30 September.
  • you’d rather stay by the sea; Zafra is inland in Extremadura.

Hotel facilities & services

The restaurant serves meals and the bar serves drinks; there is also a café, snack bar and room service. Children’s menus and special-diet options are available on request, as well as fruit and wine or champagne. Breakfast can be served in your room. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property.

Outside, you’ll find a garden and a furnished terrace, while the concierge service, 24-hour reception and luggage storage make it easier to organise your stay. You can join guided walking tours, bar crawls or activities about local culture. Laundry facilities and meeting and banquet rooms are available. Public parking is available nearby for €4.90 per day; no reservation is needed. The accommodation also has facilities adapted for guests with reduced mobility.

Great for your stay

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

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace / solarium
  • Garden
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Walking tours
  • Bar crawl
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Horse riding
  • Hiking
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour reception
  • Laundry
  • Meeting / banquet facilities

Parking

  • Street parking

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine / champagne
  • Children's menu
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Additional sink
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • Garden view

Location & what to see

Parador de Zafra is in the town centre and occupies a 15th-century castle, once the residence of the Dukes of Feria. Its nine towers and stone walls form part of the town’s historic skyline; inside, the central courtyard, Gothic-Mudéjar chapel and lounge with a fireplace reflect different aspects of its past. Plaza Grande is 260 m away and Plaza Chica is 320 m away, so you can walk between the two squares through the town centre.

Badajoz Airport is 60 km away, while Seville Airport is 150 km away. Zafra feria, a nearby railway stop, is 600 m away; Zafra Railway Station is 1.5 km away. Badajoz is 75 km away and Mérida is 64 km away. For a meal nearby, Arco and Acebuche are both 50 m away, and Bar Las Palomas is 150 m away.

Places you can visit on foot include Museo Santa Clara, 150 m away, Iglesia de Santa Marina, 60 m away, and Colegiata de la Candelaria, 290 m away. Puerta de Jerez is 390 m away, and Museo de Historia de la Medicina y la Salud de Extremadura is 510 m away. The squares and historic buildings make for a leisurely walk through the old town. If you’re travelling during the warmer months, the garden swimming pool is open from 1 June to 30 September.

Palace of the Dukes of Feria — Historic castle associated with the former residence of the Dukes of Feria. 20 m
Santa Clara Museum — Museum where you can learn about the local religious and cultural heritage. 150 m
Plaza Grande — Arcaded square in the old town, surrounded by buildings and terraces. 260 m
Collegiate Church of la Candelaria — Historic church on Zafra’s monumental route. 290 m
Plaza Chica — Small historic square near the traditional streets in the town centre. 320 m
Puerta de Jerez — Former gateway, part of the town’s historic quarter. 390 m

What guests say about Parador de Zafra

8.4
Very good · 1.426 reviews
Staff
9.1
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
8.8
Facilities
8.3
Value for money
8.2
Free Wi-Fi
8.1

Guests particularly appreciate the staff and cleanliness, and also have a positive impression of the comfort and facilities. The historic surroundings and the chance to walk to squares and places of interest round out the experience for those staying in the centre of Zafra.

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