Posada Tintes
Cuenca · Castilla-La Mancha

Posada Tintes

Guest house in Cuenca beside the Huécar River, with bright rooms, a restaurant serving home-style cooking and walking access to the cathedral and the Hanging Houses.

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8.4 Score
614 Reviews
13:00 Check-in
Area Cuenca
Nearby Casa de las Rejas · 80 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 13:00

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Posada Tintes

Posada Tintes is a guest house in the lower part of Cuenca’s old town, beside the Huécar River, in a historic 19th-century building. Its rooms, spread across this property and another nearby building, are bright and have colourful décor. All have a private bathroom, free WiFi and a flat-screen TV; options include single, double and triple rooms, with views of the courtyard, the city or the river depending on the room.

The restaurant prepares home-style cooking and specialises in meat and fish; it also serves a tasting menu. The guest house is 700 metres from the city centre, while the cathedral and the Hanging Houses are about a 10-minute walk away. Cuenca railway station is a 15-minute walk away, while the Serranía de Cuenca Nature Park is a 20-minute drive away. It is an option for those who want to stay near the old town and have a restaurant on site.

Posada Tintes
★ 8.4 · Very good · 614 reviews

Plan your stay at Posada Tintes

Guest house in Cuenca beside the Huécar River, with bright rooms, a restaurant serving home-style cooking and walking access to the cathedral and the Hanging Houses.

Room types

The rooms at Posada Tintes are spread across a historic building and another nearby property. Options include single rooms, double rooms with a double bed, double rooms with two single beds and a triple room. They are bright, decorated with colourful accents, and range from 8 to 14 m²; the triple room is the largest and can accommodate up to three people.

All rooms have a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. The single room offers views of the city and the Huécar River, while the triple room overlooks an inner courtyard. Some of the Double Room with Two Single Beds units have a balcony and river views. Room layouts and views vary by category, so you can choose a stay for one person, a couple or a small group. Rooms also include toiletries, towels, bed linen and a hairdryer.

Double Room with Two Single Beds — Posada Tintes
Double Room with Two Single Beds
8 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony
  • River view

This option for two people has two single beds and measures 8 m². Its colourful décor and natural light reflect the style of the other rooms. Some units have a balcony and views of the Huécar River, a feature that sets this category apart.

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Double Room — Posada Tintes
Double Room
8 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Private bathroom
  • Flat-screen TV

With a double bed and 8 m² of space, this room is designed for two people who prefer to share a bed. It has the same bright, colourful décor as the other rooms at Posada Tintes, as well as a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. It is the alternative to the Double Room with Two Single Beds.

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Triple Room — Posada Tintes
Triple Room
14 m²

  • 1 Single bed and 1 Double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Patio

At 14 m², this is the largest of the four rooms and the only one set up for three guests. It combines a double bed with a single bed and overlooks an inner courtyard. Its extra space and layout distinguish it from the single and double options.

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Single Room — Posada Tintes
Single Room
8 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view
  • River view

This 8 m² room is for one person and has a single bed. Its distinctive feature is its views of the city and the Huécar River, which set it apart from categories with courtyard views or no specified view. It also has a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in the lower part of Cuenca’s old town, beside the Huécar River
  • you’d like to walk to the cathedral and the Hanging Houses in about 10 minutes
  • you’re looking for a restaurant serving home-style cooking and specialising in meat and fish on site
  • you’re travelling as a couple, on your own or in a group of up to three: there are single, double and triple rooms
  • you value having free WiFi and a flat-screen TV in your room

Maybe not, if...

  • you need parking at the property: Posada Tintes has no parking
  • you expect to arrive after 18:00, as check-in ends at that time
  • you need to avoid stairs to reach the upper floors
  • you want to hold a party or make noise at night: parties are not allowed and quiet hours are from 00:00 to 07:00

Hotel facilities & services

Posada Tintes offers free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant with a children’s menu. The rooms are non-smoking, and the communal areas have daily housekeeping, luggage storage and tourist information. The accommodation also has fax and photocopying facilities, as well as key access and 24-hour security.

The rooms have tiled or marble floors and heating; some also have a fan. Bathrooms include free toiletries, towels, bed linen and a hairdryer. Facilities include a bath or shower, and some rooms have a shared bathroom, depending on the category. The upper floors are accessible only by stairs, which is worth bearing in mind when choosing a room. The property is non-smoking and provides an invoice.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tourist information
  • Bath or shower
  • Luggage storage

General facilities

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax / photocopying
  • Tourist information
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Food & drink

  • Children’s menu
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Shared bathroom
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Posada Tintes is at Tintes, 7, in the lower part of Cuenca’s old town, beside the Huécar River. The city centre is 700 m away, and the cathedral and the Hanging Houses are about a 10-minute walk away. The area has historic streets, churches and green spaces: Casa de las Rejas is 80 m away, the Church of Santísimo Cristo del Amparo is 140 m away and San Julián Park is 200 m away.

Nearby sights also include the Tunnels of Alfonso VIII, 240 m away, Mangana Tower, 310 m away, and the Museum of Sciences of Castilla-La Mancha, 380 m away. The Spanish Museum of Abstract Art is 550 m away. Cuenca-Fernando Zóbel high-speed railway station is 4.4 km away; Chillarón railway station is 8 km away. If travelling by car, the Serranía de Cuenca Nature Park is about a 20-minute drive away. The guest house has no parking.

You can spend a day exploring the old town, visiting the Hanging Houses and stopping by the museums in the centre. The cathedral and Mangana Tower let you combine architecture with a walk through the historic streets; Huécar Park, 370 m away, offers a green stretch beside the river. For a trip outside the city, the Serranía de Cuenca has natural scenery and outdoor trails. The Enchanted City is listed among the nearby places at 7 km, although it is worth planning your visit according to the route you choose.

Casa de las Rejas — Historic house in the old town with an architecturally notable façade. 80 m
Mangana Tower — Historic tower that stands out among the monuments in central Cuenca. 310 m
Museum of Sciences of Castilla - La Mancha — Museum dedicated to science, with exhibitions for different audiences. 380 m
Cuenca Museum — Archaeological and artistic collections linked to the province’s history. 530 m
Spanish Museum of Abstract Art — Abstract artworks displayed in a landmark building in Cuenca. 550 m
Cuenca Cathedral Treasury Museum — Sacred art and heritage pieces associated with the cathedral. 550 m

What guests say about Posada Tintes

8.4
Very good · 614 reviews
Staff
9.2
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
8.9
Facilities
8.2
Value for money
8.7
Free Wi-Fi
8.4

Guests particularly appreciate the staff and the proximity to Cuenca’s main sights. Cleanliness and value for money also receive good ratings. Facilities and comfort score a little more moderately, although their overall ratings remain positive.

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