Parador De Gredos

Perched on El Alto del Risquillo, this historic mountain hotel overlooks the Tormes valley and the Gredos massif. It’s just 2 km from the centre of Navarredonda de Gredos, about 60 km from Ávila and 170 km from Madrid. Nearby draws include Parque Regional Sierra de Gredos, Puerto del Pico and Cuevas del Águila.

Sturdy stone walls and classic wood interiors give a traditional Castilian vibe throughout the public rooms. The property opened in 1928 and has 74 rooms, some with terraces and sweeping mountain views. Rooms come with minibars, flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, plus safes and desks.

Score a match on the outdoor tennis court, lounge on the rooftop terrace or wander the gardens. There’s an arcade/game room, TV lounge, pool tables, table tennis and options for horse riding and cycling nearby. Free self-parking and complimentary wired and wireless internet make logistics easy—wake up to pine-scented mornings and mountain views.

Conference space and meeting rooms are available, plus a 24-hour front desk. Complimentary wired and wireless internet keeps you connected for work or planning excursions.

On-site restaurant serves guests in a dining room trimmed in wood and granite with a Castilian feel. Two coffee shops/cafés and two bars/lounges handle snacks and drinks, buffet breakfasts are offered daily (fee applies), and limited room service is available.