Parador de Segovia ****
Ctra. de Valladolid, s/n
40003 - Segovia
Spain

Modern, welcoming and surprising, this Parador rises up in one of the most monumental cities of Spain, declared a World Heritage Site. From it can be seen the best panoramic view of Segovia. It is moreover an ideal setting to approach the numerous natural spaces of the province. The bedrooms of the Parador are spacious and comfortable, and enjoy splendid views of the city, as does the dining room and the outdoor swimming pool.

The very spacious lobby displays modern paintings and design elements, in clear contrast to the simple, circular lines which frame the heated swimming pool. The splendid conference centre stands out, with several living rooms and congress rooms, and the dining room, an extensive display of regional products: 'judiones de La Granja' (beans), Castilian soup and roast lamb or suckling pig in a wood-fired oven.

From beans to pork
The 'judiones' (giant beans) of La Granja, the Castilian soup, and the lamb or pork roasted on a fire oven, are the usual options here. You can also request some local advice for other typical Castilian

* Holy Week Segovia (3 km)
* San Juan y San Pedro Segovia
* Santa Águeda 1rst Sunday of February, Zamarramala (8 km)
* Cuéllar The last week of August (50 km)
* Pedraza 9 September (40 km)

Visits

* Segovia, Guided tours of the principal sights in the town: The Aqueduct, the Alcazar, the Roman Wall, the churches of Vera Cruz, San Martín, San Esteban and San Millán, the Monasteries of El Parral, San Antonio el Real, San Vicente and the Monasteries of Santa Cruz, Santa Isabel and Carmelitas Descalzas.
* Zamarramala (4 km). Popular festival of Mayoresses whose power lasts for the days of the festival.
* La Granja de San Ildefonso (12 km). Royal Palace and splendid grounds. Water displays in the fountains, from June to October. (National Heritage)
* Convento de Santa Clara (Tordesillas). National Heritage
* Convento de Santa Clara (Tordesillas). National Heritage
* Pedraza (40 km). Walled Medieval town
* Sepúlveda (60 km). Mountain village with a special charm
* The ravines of the Duratón river (65 km). Protected nature park. Imprevisive landscapes
* The Castle Route. Coca, Cuéllar, Turégano, Pedraza, Castilnovo
* Ski resorts: Navacerrada, Cotos, La Pinilla

Hotel Facilities:

Cocktail bar
Conference facilities
Currency exchange
Disabled facilities
Gymnasium
Indoor swimming pool
Lobby
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking facilities
Reception
Restaurant
Safe deposit box
Sauna
Tennis court

Room Facilities:

Air conditioning
Cable / Satellite TV
Heating
Mini bar
Private bathroom / Ensuite
Telephone