<![CDATA[Fascinating Spain :: Latest News - La Rioja]]> https://www.fascinatingspain.com/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:22:49 +0200 hourly 1 https://www.opennemas.com <![CDATA[Fascinating Spain :: Latest News - La Rioja]]> https://www.fascinatingspain.com/media/fascinatingspain/images/2024/12/24/2024122410321173694.png https://www.fascinatingspain.com/ <![CDATA[Sleep in Santo Domingo de la Calzada]]> https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-santo-domingo-de-la-calzada/20170523222040069959.html https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-santo-domingo-de-la-calzada/20170523222040069959.html#comentarios-69959 https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-santo-domingo-de-la-calzada/20170523222040069959.html Tue, 23 May 2017 22:20:40 +0200

Sleep in Santo Domingo de la Calzada

Santo Domingo de la Calzada is one of the main points in the Way to Santiago. In fact, this town was founded by the Saint that gives its name to the village in order to help pilgrims. The cathedral in this town is outstanding. You should walk around the numerous temples, that can be done in half day. We also recommend you to do some active tourism activities to complete your experience. Then you can rest in one of the accommodations in the town. If you are planning to sleep in Santo Domingo de la Calzada, here are our recommendations.
Catedral de Santo Domingo de la Calzada
Plaza de España

Where to sleep in Santo Domingo de la Calzada

You can find several hotels and hostels to sleep in Santo Domingo de la Calzada. The Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada is located in a building with a great historic and artistic relevance from the 12th century. It has quality facilities, complete rooms, a good restaurant and even two event rooms. The personnel treatment is incredible and the beds are so comfortable. The wall is a wonderwall.

The Parador Bernardo de Fresneda is located in the old monastery of San Francisco. Its facilities are prepared to guarantee a memorable stay to all the guests thanks to its services. Among them, its restaurant and its three event rooms stand out. The rooms are bright, wide and comfortable, the decoration is also nice.

The Hotel el Corregidor, is another good option if you want to sleep in Santo Domingo de la Calzada. It is located in the old and renovated house of the mayor. It has comfortable and cozy rooms with a simple decoration. They are equipped with TV, cupboard and private room with hygiene items and hairdryer.

Parador de Bernardo de Fresneda
Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada

Where to sleep in Santo Domingo de la Calzada: surroundings

In Santurde, 6 km away from Santo Domingo de la Calzada it is located the Casa Rural Acebal. It is a wonderful and cozy house with garden. It has comfortable rooms and it offers shared dining rooms with dishwasher, microwave and oven, bathroom with hairdryer and free hygiene items. It also has a private free parking.
Casa Rural Acebal

]]> <![CDATA[Sleep in Nájera]]> https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-najera/20170523222039070146.html https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-najera/20170523222039070146.html#comentarios-70146 https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-najera/20170523222039070146.html Tue, 23 May 2017 22:20:39 +0200

Guide to sleep in Nájera

Nájera was the capital of the kingdom of Navarre during one of its periods of greatest boom. During that period of splendor, numerous historical events took place in Nájera that would be reflected in its monuments, works of art and festivities. Its essentials places are the Monastery and the interesting archaeological museum. If after a tired day you plan to sleep in Nájera, you have to pay attention to the following establishments.
Monastery of Santa María la Real
Najerilla river

Where to sleep in Nájera: Old town and city center

The hotel establishments of Nájera make up an offer marked by the passage of the Camino de Santiago through this town. The Duques de Nájera hotel is located in the old town. It has a total of 15 bright and spacious rooms available to its customers. It also presents packages of tourist experiences.

The Ciudad de Nájera hostel is also highly recommended for sleeping in Nájera. It has eight perfectly conditioned rooms and a series of complementary services arranged to ensure a good stay in its facilities.

Hotel Duques de Nájera
Hostal Ciudad de Nájera

Where to sleep in Nájera: Surroundings

Because of the limited hotel offer to sleep in Nájera, you can take into account other options to sleep a little further away from this town.

In Azofra, 6 km from Nájera we recommend Hotel Real Casona de las Amas, which occupies a 17 century mansion completely renovated. It has a classic and rustic decoration that gives it a special charm. In your rooms you will find beautiful four-poster beds with furniture from around the world and a shower or whirlpool. It also has a swimming pool, free parking and a garden.

Also a few kilometers away, in San Asencio we find the Capellanía. A hotel located in an old Baroque house, perfect to enjoy with the family. Its beautiful rooms are decorated taking care of even the smallest detail and besides that they are spacious and comfortable.

Another alternative to consider is the Conde de Baradán hotel located in the town with the same name. It is an excellent hotel for those who want to be surrounded by nature while enjoying the gastronomy and culture of La Rioja.

La Capellanía
Hotel Boutique Real Casona De Las Amas

]]> <![CDATA[Sleep in Logroño]]> https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-logrono/20170523222038069956.html https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-logrono/20170523222038069956.html#comentarios-69956 https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-logrono/20170523222038069956.html Tue, 23 May 2017 22:20:38 +0200

Sleep in Logroño

Logroño is a vigorous and dynamic city that keeps its old town influenced by the Way to Santiago. Besides, the capital of La Rioja is a meeting point for wine tourists. In our specialized page about Logroño and its history, we give you all the information you need to visit the city. Sleeping in Logroño is always a good option because it will give you the opportunity to visit the city without rushing. Now, we suggest you the best places to sleep in Logroño.
Calle Laurel
Plaza del Espolón

Where to sleep in Logroño

You can find all kinds of accommodation to sleep in Logroño. So close to the Espolón Square, we find the Carlton Rioja. It is one of the best places to sleep in Logroño center because of the multiple amenities that they offer to the guests. Guests also emphasize its excellent location (it is so close to the main street for “tapas”), its cleanliness and its wonderful treatment.

Another hotel with excellent location is the hotel Los Barcos. It has large rooms decorated in a classic way with light wood and white furniture that adds a touch of light on them. They also have room service, restaurant and parking (but you have to pay an extra).

Marqués de Vallejo is a hotel locate right in the heart of the old town. It is in a building from the beginning of the 20th century. The outside has a classic appearance but the inside is moderns and functional. It has wonderful and comfortable rooms and big quality services that will make your stay perfect.

If you are doing the Way to Santiago, the Albergue de Peregrinos de Logroño is a great option. The owners are very kind and everything is clean.

Hotel Carlton Rioja
Hotel Los Barcos

Where to sleep in Logroño: surroundings

If the accommodation offer in Logroño center is not convincing you, you can always stay in farther hotels. AC La Rioja is located 15 minutes walking away from Logroño center. This is another place we recommend to sleep in Logroño. It has complete, modern, and cozy rooms and it has additional services as gym, restaurant and rooms to celebrate weddings and other special events.

The hotel NH Herencia is located 1 km away from Logroño center and it has 83 rooms with different categories. This hotel also offers quality services as its restaurant, the café or some rooms for celebrations.

If you are looking for an incredible experience, full of luxury, comfort and the best wines, we recommend you the wonderful five-stars hotel Marqués de Riscal, a Luxury Collection. It is located in Elciego, in la Rioja Alavesa. It is the best hotel in the area without any doubt. Most of the exclusive rooms have luxury designs and spectacular views to the valley. Besides, it has a wonderful spa where you will be able to relax.

Hotel Marqués de Riscal
AC Hotel La Rioja

]]> <![CDATA[Sleep in Haro]]> https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/donde-dormir-en-haro/20170523222038070161.html https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/donde-dormir-en-haro/20170523222038070161.html#comentarios-70161 https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/donde-dormir-en-haro/20170523222038070161.html Tue, 23 May 2017 22:20:38 +0200

Guide to sleep in Haro

Haro, is located in La Rioja specifically in the area known as the Rioja Alta. It was always a prosperous city. Haro was the first Spanish city to have electric lighting. At present it stands out above all as a fundamental destination for wine tourism. That is why it is not surprising that this municipality has some of the oldest wineries on the planet. A paradise for lovers of good wine! To choose between the great quality and variety of the hotel offer, we recommend that you continue reading this page.
Palacio de los Condes de Haro

Where to sleep in Haro: Old town and city center

At the time of sleeping in Haro, we found a solid offer formed by good establishments like the hotel Los Agustinos, in the heart of the city. It has 62 complete rooms located in the old convent of San Agustín, a building with history and one of the main heritage landmarks of the town. It also has a good restaurant and the necessary infrastructure to organize the celebration of weddings, communions and other special occasions.

Another very central place to sleep in Haro is the Hotel Arrope. A modern building that presents a total of 21 fully equipped rooms. We must add the existence of a wide range of additional services including a restaurant, cafeteria and meeting rooms for companies and conferences. It also organizes different outdoor activities and visits to the surrounding vineyards.

Ciudad de Haro is a family hotel whose facilities are perfectly equipped to ensure a good stay for all its guests. It also complements its offer with a large pool with solarium, beautiful gardens where to disconnect, bar, a la carte restaurant and cafeteria.

Hotel Los Agustinos
Hotel Arrope

Where to sleep in Haro: surroundings

The Luz Hotel, is located 10 minutes from the historic center and is another option to consider if you go to sleep in Haro. Its 51 rooms are exterior with views of the gardens or the town and are fully equipped. Each of these also offers the guest a minibar and a private bathroom. Its offer is complemented by the appearance of a good range of complementary services such as bar and restaurant.

Another classic place to sleep in Haro and its surroundings is the ETH Rioja. It is a modern and elegant accommodation located 2 km from Haro. It has spacious rooms decorated with a minimalist style in black and white tones and stands out for its restaurant: El Asador Tinto, specializing in grilled meats and even fish.

Hotel ETH Rioja
Hotel Luz

]]> <![CDATA[Sleep in Enciso]]> https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-enciso/20170523222037070155.html https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-enciso/20170523222037070155.html#comentarios-70155 https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-enciso/20170523222037070155.html Tue, 23 May 2017 22:20:37 +0200

Guide to sleep in Enciso

Enciso, in La Rioja, is one of the essential places for lovers of dinosaurs. Its interesting paleontological set is one of the most representative parts of the municipality. There you can find some of the best preserved dinosaur remains in Europe. Another interesting alternative are the options of active tourism that we detail in the page specialized in active tourism plans of the province. In spite of this, the town is not well known, but if someday you plan to sleep in Enciso, you will find our recommendations below. Are you coming?
Yacimiento de Valdecillo
Huella de dinosaurio

Where to sleep in Enciso Old town and city center

La Tahona, una casa con encanto ubicada en un antiguo molino harinero y fábrica de pan. Cuenta con unas instalaciones completas y de calidad ordenadas en torno al patio de su planta inferior. Además, presenta un segundo edificio, de tamaño inferior al principal, al que llaman La Tahona Bis.

The offer of accommodation for sleeping in Enciso is formed by a series of rural establishments such as Posada de Santa Rita a recommended accommodation of eleven cozy rooms decorated with a traditional style and other services of interest as a restaurant very well valued by its customers.

The Casa Rural El Huerto de la Fragua is an ideal accommodation to go with family. The rural house includes a kitchen with dishwasher and oven, TV, private bathroom with bath or shower and parking. They also admit pets.

La Tahona is a charming house located in an old flour mill and bread factory. It has complete and quality installations arranged around the courtyard of its lower floor. In addition, it presents a second building, smaller than the main one, which is called La Tahona Bis.

Casa Rural El Huerto de la Fragua
Posada Santa Rita

Where to sleep in Enciso: surroundings

Just nine kilometers from Enciso, in the town of Arnedillo, is the Hotel SPA TermaEuropa Balneario Arnedillo, a complete hotel establishment that stands out especially for its service of thermal baths, one of the best in the whole La Rioja. It is the best option if you want to disconnect as it is located in the middle of nature. The rooms are spacious and comfortable and the staff is excelent.
Hotel SPA TermaEuropa Balneario Arnedillo

]]> <![CDATA[Sleep in Ezcaray]]> https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-ezcaray/20170523222036070142.html https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-ezcaray/20170523222036070142.html#comentarios-70142 https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-ezcaray/20170523222036070142.html Tue, 23 May 2017 22:20:36 +0200

Guide to sleep in Ezcaray

Ezcaray is an ancient and picturesque village located in the center of the Oja river valley, the heart of the La Rioja slope in the Sierra de la Demanda- highly recommended for lovers of active tourism. Ezcaray’s past as an important cloth industry is still very present because its old facilities are still preserved. In our page about the visit of Ezcaray we indicated the monuments that you can visit to not miss one. If you have the option to sleep in Ezcaray you will find here the best recommendations to spend the night.
Iglesia de Santa María la Mayor
Estación de Valdezcaray

Where to sleep in Ezcaray: Old town and city center

It is possible to find all kind of hotel establishments where you can sleep in Ezcaray. For those who are looking for a good quality hotel located in the city center, our first recommendation is the Hotel Echaurren. A gastronomic hotel that stands out for some restaurant services. It is a family establishment with a long professional career that offers among its services, a beautiful garden, terrace, restaurant of a very good quality and free wifi connection. Its  spacious and comfortable rooms are decorated with an exquisite style. Perfect to enjoy in couple!

The Palacio de Azcárate hotel is in a historic building made in the 18th century. The hotel has 19 exterior rooms perfectly equipped and decorated with a classic style. Morover, the hotel has other attractions as good catering services, and large rooms and spaces for the organization of wedding banquets, communions and other similar events.

Casa Masip is another establishment with a lot of charm to sleep in Ezcaray. It offers twelve complete rooms and other quality services as its restaurant and bar, very popular in the town, and other attractions such as a pleasant garden or a bicycle loan service.

Hotel Casa Masip
Palacio Azcarate

Where to sleep in Ezcaray: Outskirts

The Hotel Pura Vida is located just 4 km from Ezcaray, in Valgañón. It is an excellent accommodation that perfectly combines the modernity of it rooms with the old charm of its facade. Undoubtedly the best thing about the hotel are its comfortable rooms, very well equipped and decorated with an exquisite style. Attention by the staff and breakfast are other of its strong points. This is a very good establishment to consider if you have to sleep in Ezcaray.
Hotel Pura Vida

]]> <![CDATA[Sleep in Arnedo]]> https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-arnedo/20170523222036070154.html https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-arnedo/20170523222036070154.html#comentarios-70154 https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-arnedo/20170523222036070154.html Tue, 23 May 2017 22:20:36 +0200

Guide to sleep in Arnedo

Located in the region of La Rioja Baja and next to the river Cidacos, we find Arnedo. Famous for its footwear, this town has a rich monumental heritage that stands out within its urban center marked by a modern and industrial appearance. Place of environment and good quality of life, is an excellent base to enjoy active tourism, or tour the natural parks and destinations of the south and east of La Rioja.
Castillo de Arnedo
Iglesia de Santo Tomás

Where to sleep in Arnedo: Old town and city center

The hotels in Arnedo give shape to a solid and quality accommodation offer. We recommend the Hotel Virrey, an establishment that is located in the center of Arnedo, very close to its main shopping areas. The rooms are quite spacious and comfortable, decorated with red, blue and white tones. It also has a good range of additional services: a good restaurant, bar, terraces and conference and meeting rooms. The best, the attention of the staff!

If what you are looking for is something more modern, another good option in Arnedo is the Ibis Styles. A hotel that offers its guests 46 rooms fully equipped and decorated with a very original style. Each of them is inspired by the footwear industry, so famous in the town. The beds are very comfortable and the restaurant is also worth it.

Hotel Ibis Styles La Rioja
Hotel Virrey Arnedo

Where to sleep in Arnedo: surroundings

Only 16 km away is Calahorra where there is a greater hotel offer. The best in the area is the Parador de Calahorra located in one of the most historic buildings in La Rioja. Its rooms are decorated in a classic style, which makes the whole establishment retain its historical essence. We emphasize the breakfast, the cleanliness and the kindness of the service.

El Zenith Calahorra, also has an ideal location just a few minutes from the city center. The cafeteria service is excellent and also has a fabulous pool. They accept pets although they may apply a supplement.

Parador de Calahorra
Zenit Calahorra

]]> <![CDATA[Sleep in Alfaro]]> https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-alfaro/20170523222035070152.html https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-alfaro/20170523222035070152.html#comentarios-70152 https://www.fascinatingspain.com/articulo/where-to-sleep-in-rioja/where-to-sleep-in-alfaro/20170523222035070152.html Tue, 23 May 2017 22:20:35 +0200

Guide to sleep in Alfaro

In the easternmost part of La Rioja, we find Alfaro. Famous for being home to one of the largest stork colonies in Europe and for its interesting monumental complex. Its essentials are the collegiate church of San Miguel Arcángel and the Concepción Monastery, the latter a jewel of the classicist style. Another interesting alternative are the options of active tourism that we detail in the page specialized in active tourism plans of the province. If you plan to sleep in Alfaro, you have to take into account that the hotel offer of this Rioja municipality is rather limited. We recommend that you continue reading to know the different options and thus be able to find the accommodation that best suits your needs.
Colonia de Cigüeñas Blancas

Where to sleep in Alfaro: Old town and city center

Although there are not many establishments to sleep in Alfaro, the town has a solid infrastructure with quality. One of our favorite accommodations to sleep in Alfaro is the Palacios hotel, located at the entrance of the town. It has a total of 68 exterior rooms perfectly equipped and what most often like its guests is its restaurant service in addition to the treatment and friendliness of all its employees.

Closer to the city center, we find the Sercotel HM Alfaro, its rooms are comfortable and spacious. All of them have air conditioning, fully equipped bathroom with toiletries, telephone and TV. Its clients highlight the good value for money, and the personalized treatment they offer to each of their clients. The menu of the restaurant is highly recommended.

Sercotel HM Alfaro
Hotel Palacios

Where to sleep in Alfaro: surroundings

At only 6 km from Alfaro in Castejón, we find the Hotel Villa Castejón. The rooms are spacious and decorated in white and gray tones. All rooms also have a private bathroom with a bath or shower and a hairdryer. Its services include the buffet restaurant, its cafeteria with 24-hour service and its children's area.

Another option to take into account when sleeping in Alfaro and its surroundings is the 3 star Hotel Restaurante Caracho located in Corella. Its rooms are comfortable and have a private terrace. It should be noted its quiet environment and the cleanliness of the establishment. It also has free private parking where you will not have parking problems.

Hotel Bed 4U Castejón
Hotel Caracho

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