Hotel Valdepalacios Gourmand  

Set in the open countryside of Castilla near Torrico, this secluded 600-hectare estate is a rural luxury retreat minutes from Oropesa Castle and the Ciudad de Vascos ruins. Family-friendly and far from city noise, it’s perfect for sightseeing in the region.

There are 27 individually decorated rooms that blend rustic charm with modern touches. Expect memory-foam beds with premium bedding, plasma TVs, minibars, safes and desks. Bathrooms feature jetted bathtubs and rainfall showerheads for a true spa-like morning.

Relax in a full-service spa with indoor pool, sauna and Turkish bath, plus massages and facials. The estate also offers an outdoor pool, 24-hour fitness center, golf, horse riding and fishing. Concierge services and free valet parking keep things effortless.

Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected. The hotel also offers a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff and lobby newspapers to support business and travel needs.

Dine on gourmet Spanish cuisine at Tierra, led by chef Pablo Rebollo, or try Bowindow and the coffee shop/café. There’s a bar/lounge and a poolside bar, with full breakfasts served daily for a fee and limited room service available.