 The Parador de Cuenca hotel is housed in a convent dating back to the 16th Century. This former convent of San Pablo occupies a privileged position in the Hoz del Huecar gorge, a compendium of sheer rock faces and luxuriant vegetation on the outskirts of Cuenca, next to the 'Casas Colgadas' (Suspended Houses). The Plaza Major is about 500 m away, and guests will find a bus station, train station and bars a 10-15 minute drive away from the hotel. Shopping facilities are to be found in El Mirador, around 5 km away, and it is 170 km to Madrid.
This historical conference hotel comprises a total of 63 rooms. The glass-covered cloister, and the former chapel, now an inviting cafe, complement an interior which combines traditional elements with more contemporary details such as wicker, leather and upholstery. The comfortable, welcoming bedrooms stand out, some of which have splendid views of the 'Casas Colgadas', in addition to the conference rooms, the bar and a wonderful dining room decorated with exquisite taste. Additional facilities on offer to guests include air conditioning, a lobby area with a 24-hour reception, a hotel safe, a currency exchange facility, a lift, a games room, a TV lounge, WLAN/ Internet access, parking and a garage. Room and laundry services are also available.
The rooms come with a private bathroom with a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, satellite/ cable TV, Internet access, a minibar, a king-size or double bed, centrally regulated air conditioning and heating and a safe.
The hotel features an open-air pool with sun loungers and parasols. Guests may also relax in the sauna or with a game of tennis. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy a work-out in the gym.
Well-seasoned dishes make up the basis for the traditional cooking of Cuenca, such as 'morteruelo' (rich game pate made with olive oil and spices), 'pisto con lomo de orza' (tomato-based ratatouille with marinated loin), roasts and 'alaju' (a dessert made from almonds, walnuts and honey).
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