Parador De Cuenca Hotel - Spain

The Parador De Cuenca Hotel is an ideal jumping off point for exploring the city. The hotel itself is an attraction as it is housed in a historic 16th century convent. Some of the tourist draws in the area include the Museum of Spanish Abstract Art, Casas Colgadas, Plaza Mayor and Cathedral, Monasterio de Ucles, Nacimiento del Cuervo, and Enchanted City. The Museum of Cuenca, San Miguel, and the Science Museum are also close by. There is a tennis court and gym on site, plus a swimming pool and sauna.

Number of Rooms: 61

Visitors can sample the typical Cuencan cuisine, which is tasty and spicy reflecting the region's hunting and fishing. To accompany the meals there are excellent wines. In addition, one can sample the typical Cuencan Resoli liquor, made of spirits, coffee and sugar.

The lobby is medium in size and decorated as the rest of the hotel in tune with its historical settings. The lobby features elaborate coffered ceilings, original pulpits.

The hotel is located in the ancient San Pablo convent which was built in the 16th century. The convent was founded by the famous Canon Juan del Pozo. It is located outside Cuenca city walls, where magnificent views can be enjoyed.