Spend a short and relaxing break in the luxurious Parador de Cuenca, with excellent views ... more
of the famous hanging houses, set opposite the hotel.Housed in a former convent, this hotel has conserved its historical architecture. The interior patio area is ...
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The former San Pablo convent sits in a privileged location on the Hoz del Huecar gorge ... more
comprising steep walls and luxuriant vegetation outside Cuenca facing the hanging housesThe glazed cloister and old chapel today a cosy cafe are the perfect co...
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Advantages: Probably the most pleasant city in South America ? Disadvantages: Road from north is very poor
Cuenca is Ecuador’s most attractive city and easily the most enjoyable place in which to wander as a tourist. The city is packed full of churches, museums, convents, open squares, colonial buildings and colourful markets. It is divided by the very scenic Tomebamba River and offers a more peaceful and relaxed atmosphere than either Quito or Guayaquil. The city has plenty of moderately sized attractions that can be strung together to make your visit as busy or relaxed as you wish.
The streets of the old colonial centre of Cuenca are paved with rectangular cobblestones and the main streets are the Calle Gran Colombia and Calle Mariscal Sucre. This area contains the main city square of Plaza Abdon Calderon which is dominated by the enormous Catedral de la Immaculada (or New Cathedral). This cathedral was started in 1885 and was ...
stuartmelvin 21.03.2001
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Don´t count to find any parador in the capital cities like Madrid, Barcelona or Valencia, but if you are up let´s say for a plain monk´s cell with small windows, beds wide apart (yes, we are in a Catholic country ), a Latin bible on the bedside table but equipped with a state-of-the-art bath, airconditioning and satellite TV you´ll find the Paradorde Chinchon in a former abbey some 60 km south of Madrid.
Or, if you are up for a parador con vista, a room with a view, then don´t hesitate to check in the Paradorde Toledo, built on a hill high above the Tajo river, with THE exclusive view of this lovely city with its Alcazar castle, cathedrals with Goya paintings and silversmith shops.
To reside on top of the world is almost anybody´s dream: fulfill it in a number of cities like Cuenca, Jaen, Carmona or Bayona and look down like Don ...
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Product details
Rating
4 Stars
Rooms
63
Type
Hotel
Address
Subida a San Pablo s/n, 16001 Cuenca
City
Cuenca
Country
Spain
County
Cuenca, Castilla La Mancha
Manufacturer's product description
The former convent of San Pablo occupies a privileged position in the Hoz del Hu?ar gorge, a compendium of sheer walls and luxuriant vegetation on the outskirts of Cuenca, next to the \\\'Casas Colgadas\\\' (Suspended Houses). The glazed cloister, and the former chapel, now an inviting caf? complement an interior which combines traditional elements with more contemporary details such as wicker, leather and upholstery. The comfortable, welcoming bedrooms stand out, some of which have splendid views of the \\\'Casas Colgadas\\\', in addition to the conference rooms, the bar and a wonderful dining room decorated with exquisite taste.
