Viura

In Villabuena de Álava, a boutique design hotel tucked into La Rioja’s wine country. It’s a short walk from the town center and famous wine cellars, about 20 minutes from Haro and Logroño, and roughly an hour from Vitoria’s airport; a nearby ski area is only a few kilometers away.

A striking 2010 design property that blends luxe materials with cutting‑edge tech. The hotel has 33 rooms (doubles, deluxe and suites) with air conditioning, heated floors, flat‑screen TVs, DVD players, minibars, safes and desks, plus a rooftop terrace with panoramic views over the local church and the Cantabrian Mountains. Note: the property closes seasonally in December, January, February and March.

Spa and on‑site massages, a sauna, indoor and outdoor pools, and a fitness/gym keep guests moving and mellow. Bike hire, concierge service, complimentary Wi‑Fi and free self‑parking round out the conveniences—wake up to mountain views and stroll straight into wine‑country mornings.

Three modern meeting rooms and a business center equipped with current tech make this a solid choice for small conferences and events, plus complimentary wireless internet and on‑site parking.

A fine‑dining restaurant and bar/lounge serve creative dishes rooted in Riojan and Basque flavors. Buffet breakfasts are offered each morning (8:00–10:30, for a fee), with continental options and limited room service available.