Sample the gastronomic delicacies as prepared by locals while surrounding yourself in the ambiance and unique beauty of Spain's world famous Paradores. A stay at one of these state-run hotels is anything but conventional.

Paradores is a unique chain of hotels founded in 1910 by the Spanish King Alfonso XIII. After the first parador opened near Avila in the Gredos Mountains in 1928, dozens of convents, monasteries and castles were reclaimed and converted into exquisite lodgings rich in local culture. Regional hospitality is harmoniously integrated with the restoration of castles, palaces and convents to create a distinctive and unforgettable stay.

By choosing to stay at a Parador in Spain you can enjoy 21st century comfort surrounded by emblematic structures of the country's historical and cultural heritage.