Environmental art in Almeria

Hotel Utopía**** Evoking the 30’s and located among patios, gardens and terraces facing Los Alcornocales Natural Park, Utopía is a collection of small old cottages, which offers an interesting cultural and leisure experience. More information.
Hotel Zuhayra** Small rural hotel situated in Zuheros, one of the most picturesque of the “White Villages” of Andalusia. The Moors influence is reflected in the narrow streets of this village, which is right in the centre of the Sierras Subbeticas Natural Park. More information.
Hotel Nueve Leyendas*** Small hotel, recently opened, located right in the heart of the historical centre of übeda. The name of the hotel, Nueve Leyendas (Nine Legends), comes from nine local legends, the building dates back to the 18th century and has been carefully renovated to become a comfortable hotel 3-star hotel of contemporary, stylish design. More information.
Cortijo Balderas*** Log cabins and camp site within beautiful and rugged landscapes as part of our unique project of sustainable development and environmental education. Established in 1992, our aim is to be completely self-sufficient and to teach our guests, children and adults, how to forget about the material world and the stress of city life and to live in harmony with the natural world. We have a restaurant, bar, staff on hand 24-hours a day, free parking and free internet access. More information.
Hotel Carmen de Santa Ines*** Small hotel full of charm situated in the Albayzín, the historical area of Granada declared as a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO. The building was originally an Arab house reformed in the 16th and 17th century. It has a magnificent patio that leads to a garden full of myrtle bushes, fountains and fruit trees. Its 9 rooms are all different and are furnished with antique furniture and overlook the Alhambra or the hotel’s private garden. More information.
Apartamentos El Que Te Dije** Charming apartments located in the World Heritage district of Albayzín and only a few minutes from the most visited monument in Europe. The apartments boast a homely atmosphere and are located in a 16th century Moorish house, protected by UNESCO. More information.
Bitacora** Apartment hotel complex situated in the heart of Cabo de Gata-Nijar Natural Park, bordering the fishing village of Las Negras. The establishment offers 7 modern, comfortable and spacious apartments, from which you can enjoy views of the beautiful Mediterranean and the spectacular Cabo de Gata. More information.
Casa Gregory (Sleeps 6) Traditional Spanish townhouse just 600yds from the banks of the River Ebro. Two bedrooms, lounge, separate dining room, fully equipped kitchen. More information.
Rio Convento De La Luz**** Tastefully converted convent dating back to the 16th century, the hotel is surrounded by breathtaking countryside in one of Extremadura’s most attractive areas. Now a carefully restored, striking 4-star hotel, this former Franciscan convent is the ideal spot for a relaxing retreat. During your stay you can visit some of the surrounding towns and villages with unique combination of history, artistic and cultural heritage and stunning natural surroundings; the centre of Brozas is just 1 km away and the station in Caceres is 40 km. Alternatively you can while the day away by the pool and come the evening enjoy quality, regional cuisine in the hotel’s restaurant, Toro de San Marcos. More information.
Room Mate Vega*** This hotel is in a listed building which has been rebuilt maintaining its original façade and one of the most emblematic archways in the city. The establishment combines the modern comfortable style, with the elegance and charm of a historic building. It is situated in the centre of the city and only 30 metres from the Plaza Mayor. More information
Rural Vettonia Hotel** The hotel is located in the Tourist Complex of Naturávila. It boasts 12 double rooms and 3 rooms with a lounge. The complex offers an 18 golf course, horse riding, paddle, tennis, football, basketball, outdoor swimming pool, boardroom, a restaurant and a cafeteria. The hotel is situated 35km away from the city of Avila. More information
La Sayuela**** is set on a 10,000 square metres farmland which adjoins the Regional Park of Gredos, with all the strength and splendour of the Sierra de Gredos (range of mountains) on one side, and the Valley of Tietar and “La Vera” on the other, creating spectacular sights from the house throughout the year. The farmland is surrounded by a number of gorges, with natural swimming pools. More information and to book
Hostal Rural Luna y Hostal Rural Lunaposada** These two welcoming and rural hotels are situated in an enchanting setting in the old town of Candeleda, on the Southern side of the Gredos Mountains in the Tietar Valley, near La Vera. The 8 rooms are distributed between 2 buildings and are well-equipped for a comfortable stay. In addition there is a cosy lounge room with a TV, newspapers, books and board games. The accommodation is situated alongside surroundings offering a wealth of history and landscape; during your stay you can enjoy a range of activities, on which the hotel is happy to advise, exploring the area, admiring the 16th and 17th century houses and sampling the local cuisine.
Izan Puerta De Gredos**** Charming hotel in Barco de Avila, set in natural surroundings and offering the perfect location to rest and unwind in a picturesque town. Located in a secluded area of a historical and culturally rich town, the hotel is situated by a forest where you can enjoy strolls along the river bank.
The hotel has a rural ambience and is surrounded by gardens that make it an ideal place to relax and unwind. Set in the foothills of the Gredos Mountains.
Crta Ex 203 Km 45, 10440 Aldeanueva de la Vera (Cáceres)
With an area of 10,000 square metres, the lodging is situated in the heart of nature, but is just half a mile from the village of Aldeanueva , and just over a mile from the small town of Jarandilla . The cottages of La Vera are located in the heart of the region of La Vera, nestling on the slopes of the Gredos mountains range. Just 600 Metres away you can find one of the most beautiful natural swimming pools of the region (the falls of San Gregorio). In the surrounding area there are many more natural swimming pools, mountain streams, and oak and chestnut woods. The cherry blossom in spring is remarkable.
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