The four star Parador de Cuenca was once the sixteenth century convent of San Pablo and occupies a privileged position in the Hoz del Huécar gorge on the outskirts of Cuenca in La Mancha next to the 'Casas Colgadas' (Suspended Houses). The glazed cloister and former chapel are now an inviting café which complements an interior combining traditional elements with contemporary details.
There are 54 twin, 7 double and two suites. They are all welcoming bedrooms with a private bathroom, telephone, safe and mini bar. Some have spectacular over the gorge.
Well-seasoned dishes form the basis for the traditional cooking of Cuenca which is served in the restaurant of the parador. You can enjoy dishes including 'morteruelo' (rich game-animal paté made with olive oil and spices ), 'pisto con lomo de orza' (tomato-based ratatouille with marinated loin), roasts and 'alajú' (dessert made from almonds, walnuts and honey).
The hotel Parador de Cuenca is air conditioned and has a bar, gymnasium, sauna, swimming pool and a tennis court. The Natural Park of the Cuervo River, the Palancares, and the Devil's Window are all beautiful places to visit and offer many sporting activities including riding, caving, climbing, hang gliding and canoeing.
Parador de Cuenca Additional Information
Facilities:
A la carte restaurant; Bar; Conference rooms; Lobby; Shop; Outdoor swimming pool; Gardens; 24-hour reception; Currency exchange, tennis court, sauna, gym, golf course (5 km away).
Hotel Class:
Four Stars
History:
The Parador is located in the former Dominican convent of San Pablo, built in a spectacular spot overlooking the Huécar Gorge, forms a picturesque World Heritage Site together with Cuenca’s old quarter. The Parador’s interior invites to enjoy its details, with a glass-covered cloister, featuring columns decorated with various designs and the old chapel, now a café.
Internet Access:
No internet access.
Parking:
Free outside car park and garage.
Best For:
Heritage, Golf, City and Business.
Rooms:
54 twin rooms, 7 doubles and 2 with halls. Facilities include complete bathroom, mini bar, satellite TV, safe deposit box, direct dial telephone, air-conditioning and central heating.
Disabled Access:
Disabled guests have access throughout all communal areas of the hotel.
Cuenca Activities & Attractions
Places of Interest:
Cuenca: World Heritage City Cathedral, Plaza Mayor, Suspended Houses. Ventana del Diablo, 20 km. Ciudad Encantada, 35 km. Río Cuervo Nature Reserve, 82 km. Las Torcas de los Palancares, 22 km.
Festivals:
Religious Music Week, Holy Week, Cuenca. Holy Week. Vaquillas (Amateur bullfight with young bulls) of San Mateo.
Activities:
Routes on horseback, shooting, golf, cave exploring, climbing, horse riding, paragliding, hang gliding, microlights, canoeing, swimming, tennis.
Parador de Cuenca Location
How to get there:
Located in the middle of the Hoz del Huecar gorge, opposite Cuenca’s suspended houses. The access is using the metal bridge. The N-III is the reference road from Madrid, at the turn-off from Tarancón, or from Valencia through Motilla del Palacar.
Transport Links:
Nearest airport, 167 km; Train Station: 2km; Port, 220 km.
