Arcos de la Frontera

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Treat yourself to a holiday in Arcos de la Frontera and be amazed by the historical heritage of what was once the capital of a Taifa kingdom.

If you’re an art lover, you’re sure to make the most of the excellent package deals to Arcos de la Frontera, because if there’s one thing this beautiful city in Cádiz can boast about, it’s the artistic beauty you’ll find in its squares and streets. Be amazed by its historic old town, declared a Site of Cultural Interest. Head over to Plaza del Cabildo and admire the Town Hall and take in the Muslim fortress, now known as the Castillo Ducal. You’re sure to love the walls and tiles of the Parador de Turismo de Arcos de la Frontera country hotel, whose architecture is a perfect example of a local country house. Don’t forget to admire the stately homes you’ll find close by, such as the palace of Conde del Águila, or the flowery patios of the traditional houses.

Enjoy great offers for cheap trips to Arcos de la Frontera and take the opportunity to explore its magnificent temples, as they are a good way to explore the various religious orders that have passed through the city. Perhaps the most emblematic site is the Gothic façade and Neoclassical tower of the Basilica of Santa María de la Asunción, declared a Historic-Artistic Monument. Go and take in its beautiful interior, where you’ll be able to enjoy a spectacular organ.

Make the most of your trip to Arcos de la Frontera and go on the route of the White Villages: you’ll be surprised by the number of fantastically beautiful locations you’ll remember for a lifetime. In addition, the tour will take you through some of the most amazing natural landscapes of Andalusia, such as the nature parks of Sierra de Grazalema and Los Alcornocales.

Of course, you mustn’t leave Arcos de la Frontera without first trying the best of the regional cuisine, whose delicious vegetables are used in some of their most characteristic dishes, such as potaje stew or the ratatouille-style alboronía. Wash them down with some excellent local wines, such as Manzanilla. Enjoy your trip!

Posada de las Cuevas
Posada de las Cuevas
3 out of 5
Calle Alta, 1, Arcos de la Frontera
The price is S$83 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
S$83
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Arcos de la Frontera. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Castle of Arcos de la Frontera ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (87 reviews)
"Very quaint hotel - all the main sites in Arcos are easily walkable within a few minutes from the hotel. Some of the finishes are a bit dated - I think it's perhaps more of a 2-star hotel and even the plaque on the outside of the hotel only has 1 star but, as I understand it, the Spanish hotel rating ..."

Reviewed on 20 Mar,2024

Posada de las Cuevas
Parador De Arcos De La Frontera
Parador De Arcos De La Frontera
4 out of 5
Plaza del Cabildo s/n, Arcos de la Frontera, Cadiz
The price is S$164 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
S$164
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Arcos de la Frontera. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Basílica de Santa María ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (187 reviews)
Hotel precioso, dificultad con acceso
"El Parador de Arcos de La Frontera es un hotel impresionante, desde las habitaciones hasta el patio interior y la ubicación. Los trabajadores fueron muy simpáticos y serviciales, el único problema fue dificultad de acceso con coche."

Reviewed on 23 May,2024

Parador De Arcos De La Frontera
Hotel El Convento
Hotel El Convento
2 out of 5
Calle Maldonado, 2, Arcos de la Frontera, Cadiz
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$94 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
S$94
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Arcos de la Frontera. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Convento de las ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (172 reviews)
"Hotel El Convento is one of the most beautiful, peaceful, and charming hotels in Spain. It is a great value for the money. We loved the view from our balcony, and the friendly and accommodating staff. And you might run into Rick Steves if you stay there; he has a room dedicated to him in the ..."

Reviewed on 12 May,2024

Hotel El Convento
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartamentos Larga 70
Apartamentos Larga 70
3 out of 5
Calle Virgen de los Milagros, 70, El Puerto de Santa Maria, Cadiz
Stay at this 3-star historic aparthotel in El Puerto de Santa Maria. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (67 reviews)
"Beautiful little place to stay in this little town."

Reviewed on 7 Feb,2024

Apartamentos Larga 70
esZentrico Suites Jerez
esZentrico Suites Jerez
3 out of 5
Pl. Esteve 4, Jerez de la Frontera, Cádiz
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Jerez de la Frontera. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Circuit of Jerez Racetrack ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (9 reviews)
"Basic, but clean and comfortable apartment very centrally located. Parked was very convenient as there is a garage literally across the street. Communication was not great leading up to the stay, but it worked out. Also, we were without wifi for the duration of our stay so working remotely became ..."

Reviewed on 25 Nov,2023

esZentrico Suites Jerez
Palacio de Luja
Palacio de Luja
2.5 out of 5
C/ Luja, nº 15, El Puerto de Santa Maria, Cadiz
Stay at this aparthotel in El Puerto de Santa Maria. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and room service. Popular attractions Valdelagrana Beach and Plaza España ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (40 reviews)
"Great location in puerta de Santa Maria. Not far from the plaza where we celebrated New Years. The Catamarán is a 10 minute walk, so is the train station. Fine place for short stay."

Reviewed on 2 Jan,2024

Palacio de Luja
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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27 Oct 2019

Interesting town - we actually preferred Grazalema: which is not too far away.