Parador de Cuenca occupies a former convent on the other side of the Huécar gorge, directly opposite the Hanging Houses (Casas Colgadas). It is a 4-star hotel with an outdoor pool, a gym and a sauna. It is a good fit if you want to see the old town from across the gorge and walk over to it on the San Pablo bridge.
Location and getting around
It stands on Subida a San Pablo, at the foot of the San Pablo bridge, the footbridge that crosses the gorge. On the other side are the Hanging Houses; the cathedral and the Plaza Mayor are about a 5-minute walk away over the bridge. Calle Carretería, in the lower town, is about 15 minutes on foot, and the bus station about 30.
Rooms and facilities
The building keeps the layout of the former convent, with an inner courtyard. Thanks to its position, it has views of the Hanging Houses.
- Outdoor pool.
- Gym and sauna.
- Restaurant serving local dishes, according to the hotel.
- Buffet breakfast.
There are no details about the rooms; check them when choosing your room type.
Who it suits
- If you are travelling as a couple and want views of the Hanging Houses.
- If you would like to stay in a historic building with a pool.
- If you want to explore the old town on foot and come back to rest between visits.
Good to know
Check-in is from 14:00, with photo ID and a credit card; check-out is by 12:00. The short route to the old town is over the San Pablo bridge, which crosses the gorge at quite a height: if you suffer from vertigo, bear in mind that the detour by road is long. You will find more options in our Cuenca guide.