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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
Rates at Parador de Zafra vary depending on the season, room and dates. For your stay, you can check the latest rates through booking channels.
Badajoz Airport is 60 km from Parador de Zafra; Seville Airport is 150 km away. Zafra feria is 600 m away, and Zafra Railway Station is 1.5 km away. The hotel is in the town centre. Nearby public parking costs €4.90 per day and doesn’t need to be booked. Badajoz is 75 km away and Mérida is 64 km away.
Parador de Zafra is 20 m from the Palace of the Dukes of Feria. Santa Clara Museum is 150 m away, Plaza Grande is 260 m away and the Collegiate Church of la Candelaria is 290 m away. You can also walk to Plaza Chica, 320 m away, and Puerta de Jerez, 390 m away; all are points of interest in the historic centre.
Parador de Zafra offers continental and buffet breakfast. Breakfast isn’t generally included in the rate, so the meal plan depends on the option you choose when booking.
The swimming pool at Parador de Zafra is seasonal and open from 1 June to 30 September. It isn’t available to guests outside these dates.
Parador de Zafra offers a room called Double Room with Extra Bed - 1 or 2 Beds (2 Adults + 1 Child), measuring 25.92 m². It is set up for two adults and a child and has garden views, air conditioning and a private bathroom.
The Superior Double Room at Parador de Zafra measures 34 m² and has a terrace, as well as air conditioning and a minibar. It offers views of the garden, the town or an interior courtyard, and has a private bathroom with a bidet and hairdryer.