The Paradores
of Aragón, Pyrenees and La Rioja, Spain
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Parador
de Lerma, Burgos ****
At the highest point of
the town of Lerma is found the Ducal Palace. It was constructed on the
site of a 15th c. castle and built according to architect Francisco de
Mora's plans in successive phases between 1601 and 1617. Francisco Gómez
de Sandoval y Rojas, first Duke of Lerma, ordered the castle built as a
place of lodging, rest an general enjoyment for King Felipe III.
The Parador - This building features a central courtyard surrounded by
columned arcades in altenating sections: the first has 20 Tuscan columns
with semi-circular arches, and the second has 20 Ionic columns.
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Parador
de Teruel, Teruel ***
Located on the outskirts
of historical Teruel, it perfectly expresses the mixture of cultures and
styles of this interesting monumental city, which conceals some of the
most representative buildings of Mudejar art. It also has rooms suitable
for holding conferences, work meetings or social functions. This small
Mudejar inspired palace also combines numerous styles and lines in its
construction. Marble, tiling, pointed arches and Arabic details form the
essence of cheerful and bright rooms, decorated in pastel shades.
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Parador
de Sos del Rey Católico, Zaragoza ****
Of Aragonese character,
the building conserves the monumental, historical and artistic atmosphere
of Sos del Rey Católico. The town, declared a Historical-Artistic
area, was the birthplace of influential nobles and of the Catholic King,
and the influence of the Aragonese and Navarrese foothills of the Pyrenees
can be made out in its landscape. It is an appropriate setting to discover
this medieval town and to visit areas of immense beauty. The regal and
elegant interior offers beautiful views of the town from some rooms. Wood
covers interior columns and predominates in the Castilian style furniture.
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Parador
de Alcañiz, Teruel Province ***
The Parador de Alcaniz -
Teruel Prov is built on the hilltop called the Cumbre de Cerro Pui-Pinos.
This 12th-13th century castle-convent became the seat of the Order of Calatrava
in 1179. Its interiors are decorated with gothic walls and plateresque
tomb, which are inserted with soft red and green coloured shades, adorned
with Spanish wood in furniture and beams. The hotel’s rooms are not only
maintained with care and elegance, but also fully loaded with all modern
amenities and simple furnishing to suit the need and requirements of its
precious guests. A good number of trips and sports activities are
organised by the hotel for guests during their visit.
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Parador
de Bielsa, Aragon - Pyrenees - Bielsa *** 
The Parador de Bielsa -
Huesca Prov is a mountain hotel located in one of the classical enclaves
for outdoor sports and activities in the Huesca Province. The pure
air of the Pyrenees and of the Monte Perdido, the clean waters of river
Cinca and the tradition of the Romanesque hermitage offer a warm feeling
of peace and serenity. The bedrooms of the hotel give away beautiful
and stunning views of the lovely natural enclave while the floors and walls
are decorated with modern and comfortable furniture. In short the
hotel allows every guest to feel the speciality of a wonderful experience
while staying at this hotel.
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Parador
de Calahorra - La Rioja ***
The Parador de Calahorra
- La Rioja is a red brick architecture building, which contrasts with fresh
water of the river Ebro and Cidacos Valley in the city of La Rioja. It
is supposed to be the most representative building of the Roman Origin.
The prime location of the hotel makes it easy for guests to meet any need
and requirement. The rooms of this hotel are characterised by their
spaciousness with modern and functional installations of all modern facilities.
The cooking at this hotel is based on the quality products of its fertile
land in the city, which offers the most tasty and sophisticated dishes
for its precious guests.
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Parador
de Santo Domingo Bernardo de Fresneda ***
Under the modern cupola
which covers the novices patio, we may find the "Recreo" Restaurant, whose
name refers to the break the monks used to take in that same patio. This
new gastronomical offer is based on La Rioja's wonderful products, which
are prepared in a simple way. The menu abounds with tapas and sampler dishes
for sharing. The décor and the waiters' outfits are in unison with
the restaurant's modern features and the wine list offers the most innovative
products of the region's cellars. The Parador is sited in the Convent
of San Francisco, 800 meters from the historic center of Santo Domingo
de la Calzada. Its location on the "Way of Saint James" pilgrimage route,
its design, and its unmistakable cultural value make it the ideal place
for rural tourism, nature walks, or to enjoy a northern winter at its best.
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Parador
de Santo Domingo de la Calzada La Rioja ****
The Parador de Santo Domingo
de la Calzada La Rioja occupies a 12th century former hospital next to
the cathedral, built by Saint Dominic to give shelter to the pilgrims on
the Road to Santiago. In a regal and elegant style, it has majestic living
rooms and a lobby with Gothic arches and wooden coffered ceilings.
Noble materials and bright colours like blues and whites lead to comfortable
bedrooms, decorated with exquisite taste while some have four-poster beds
for the guests to feel the ultimate comfort. In addition the hotel
also offers a warm, harmonious and balanced environment suitable for social
functions and meetings.
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