Once a 14th-century Moorish fortress, this Parador Hotel offers spectacular views over the ... more
countryside and the Corbones River. Enjoy these from the pool and dine in the elegant restaurant.A wonderful example of Moorish architecture, the Parador de Carm...
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The fertile plain of the River Corbones makes for an exceptional panoramic view from the ... more
fortress where different civilisations have brought their best artistry and culture The splendid views from the Hotel play backdrop to the fantastic pool gardens...
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Price is per double room per night and may vary depending on date booked...
Advantages: More history than you can shake a centurion's spear at Disadvantages: May be too quiet for some
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But it's inside the gate that the town reveals its charm. Ridiculously narrow streets twist and turn past various churches and mansions, all the while climbing imperceptibly up to the highest point of the town, the Alcazar del Rey Don Pedro, which is now a Parador hotel. The town comes to a rather abrupt stop near here at the Puerta de Cordoba where the old Cordoba road dives steeply down towards a seemingly never-ending plain.
Before you get that far though, you pass what is the hub of the old town, the Plaza San Fernando. This is the main square of the old town and is relatively small by Spanish standards, but as it's enclosed by good examples of Moorish-style architecture and typical Spanish facades (including the Town Hall), it's very atmospheric and has the 'feel' of a true, old-world Plaza.
This is where you'll find most nightlife ...
Advantages: A wonderfully characteristic hotel Disadvantages: None
Carmona is a town with a very long history and is situated about 30km east of Seville. It lies astride the NIV Seville-Cordoba highway so the town is very easy to find.
The Alcazar de la Reina Hotel is situated in the heart of the old town. It's not hard to find as it's more than adequately signposted, but it's still a bit of an ordeal driving to it. The old town was not designed with the automobile in mind (in fact I doubt whether the wheel was even invented when much of this place was built!) and you must negotiate a torturous and convoluted route through the incredibly narrow streets and lanes (all one way). The streets are so tight, it could be quite hair-raising - I don't have much hair so I was alright.
When we eventually cleared the claustrophobic streets, we found ourselves at one of the highest points of the town with a car ...
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Product details
Long Name
Parador De Turismo De Carmona
Type
Hotel
Street
Alcazar, S/N
Address
Alcazar, S/N, 41410 Carmona, Andalusia, Spain
City
Carmona
Country
Spain
Post Code
41410
County
Andalusia
Continent
Europe
Avg Price
55.64
Manufacturer's product description
The fertile plain of the River Corbones makes for an exceptional panoramic view from the fortress, where different civilisations have brought their best artistry and culture. The splendid views from the Hotel play backdrop to the fantastic pool, gardens, patio and Mudéjar fountain, Cupulín room, and terrace.The large bright bedrooms enjoy exquisite classic décor which, alongside the Sevillian tiling, enhance this 14th century citadel. The Bermejo Room with its tapestries and many antiques is a highlight.The refectory turned dining room is known as one of Paradores most beautiful, serving succulent seasonal and local dishes, with the partridge and Carmona spicy spinach dishes both standout.
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