Hotel Monumento La Ermita Suites

La Ermita Suites, Cordoba, Andalucia, Spain - Explore & Book

"Cordoba has a long, fascinating history but is best known for the period when the Three Faiths lived side by side: the city’s medieval Golden Age. La Ermita Suites, in the historic centre, just one street back from the great Mosque-Cathedral (La Mezquita), speaks of that remarkable time. It's a fusion of several buildings: one where an Islamic school once stood, another where Jewish families lived before their expulsion from Spain, and – as its grand entrance hall – the portal of the former chapel of old hermitage La Ermita de la Concepción. No surprise that this is the only hotel in the city with ‘Historical Monument’ status.The restoration and creation of six suites was carried out over several years, with the help of historians and artists from the Prado Museum. Graceful original features were preserved whilst ensuring every suite had exterior windows, views to the old city and all creature comforts – including sitting area, kitchenette and superb bathrooms. The pebbled courtyard patio looks out towards the Mezquita itself through a splendid historic arch. Step outside to the citrus-lined Plaza de Abades, wander the old Jewish quarter and discover one of Andalucia’s most narcotic travel destinations. Highs Great value for being bang in the centre of the city; all Cordoba main sights and its best restaurants are close byAccess to the historic centre, a Unesco World Heritage site, is restricted to just a few residential vehicles so the hotel is really quietThe owner, Javier, can arrange bespoke visits to some of the city’s most fascinating monuments, including a night time tour of the MezquitaCordoba is directly linked by train to Madrid, Seville, Granada and Ronda. You could easily create a fascinating cultural tour without needing to hire a carSleeping yards away from the Great Mezquita of Cordoba is a big treat Lows The hotel’s reception isn’t staffed at night, but it’s easy enough to let yourself in and outNo on-site parking but the nearest car park is just 4 minutes' walk away, and you can drive up to the door of La Ermita Suites to drop luggageWhen we visited, the dining room and breakfast set-up was not fully ready; if that's still the case, you might prefer to head out (eateries abound nearby), or make your own breakfasts using the kitchenette" - Guy Hunter Watts