Parador Pontevedra

Hotel Casa del Baron

Located in the historical centre of town, this Parador is an old Renaissance palace dating from the 16th century which was formerly the residence of the Counts of Maceda.

Distinguished, stately and noble describe the interior which boasts regal staircases, antiques and illustrious furniture.

The carved stone staircase leads the way to the welcoming, comfortable bedrooms.

The dining room has an aristocratic appearance completing the harmony of the common areas decorated with mirrors, paintings and candelabras.

The menu is very varied giving guests the chance to taste the various meats, fishes and shellfishes of the region. Everything may be accompanied by the excellent Albarino, Ribeiro or Mencia wines.

Located in a pedestrian zone in the oldest part of Pontevedra, walking is essential for sightseeing the porticos and the many little palaces.

Visit the Basilica of Santa Maria la Mayor, the Church of Peregrina, the Convent of San Francisco and the museum.

Nearby is Vigo, a big and thriving city located by a beautiful estuary.

In Pontevedra the schedule of the most important feasts is as follows: the pilgrimage of San Benitino de Lerez, Feasts of Santiaguino del Burgo, Peregrina Feasts (August) which include some ”corridas” and the Carnivals.

The beaches of Bueu, A Lanzada and Sanxenxo preserve all their natural beauty. Here you may practise swimming, sailing, and surfing.

Other activities near the Parador are: golf, horse or 4x4 routes, visiting the aquarium, or going for a dive inside the amusement submarine in the village O Grove. This Parador has 31 twin bedded rooms, 11 double bedded rooms, 3 single rooms, and 2 Suites.

In the rooms you will find a telephone, television, TV canal plus, safe, and a mini bar.

Also for the comfort of your stay there is heating, air conditioning, currency exchange, lift, parking facilities (without security and limited places), satellite television, gift shop, restaurant, bar and conference facilities if required.

Distance from the nearest airport is approximately 28 kms, train station is 2 kms away and the nearest port is 6 kms away.

Animals are not allowed.

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