Arcos de la Frontera

Travel Guide
Photo by Koray Koymen
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!

Hotel Marqués de Torresoto by Vivere Stays
Hotel Marqués de Torresoto by Vivere Stays
1 out of 5
Calle Marqués de Torresoto, 4, Arcos de la Frontera, Cádiz
The price is S$62 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
S$62
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Arcos de la Frontera. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Plaza del Cabildo and Castle ...
6.6/10 (10 reviews)
Lovely vintage hotel in old part of town.
"Very friendly staff. Plans for small pool in roof area for next year.. The menu del Dia available in the evening and excellent quality, with delicious bottle of wine included."

Reviewed on 24 Sep,2016

Hotel Marqués de Torresoto by Vivere Stays
Posada de las Cuevas
Posada de las Cuevas
3 out of 5
Calle Alta, 1, Arcos de la Frontera
The price is S$85 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
S$85
per night
23 Jun - 24 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! (88 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$156 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
S$156
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Arcos de la Frontera. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Plaza del Cabildo and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (193 reviews)
"This is a very unusual hotel. We had a superior twin room on the first floor with a huge balcony over a 300 ft vertical cliff. From your balcony, you have an open view of the valley below. The birds are flying below you, not above you. The hotel has a feeling of a very well-maintained old palace. ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jun,2024

Parador De Arcos De La Frontera
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (19 reviews)
Impressed
"Very modern and spacious. The rooftop bar and pool is amazing. Location in the centre of Jerez is ideal."

Reviewed on 3 May,2024

esZentrico Suites Jerez
Apartments La Higuera By VGH
Apartments La Higuera By VGH
3 out of 5
C. Higueras 18, Jerez de la Frontera, Cádiz
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Jerez de la Frontera. Enjoy free WiFi and air conditioning. Popular attractions Circuit of Jerez Racetrack and Bodegas Díez ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Our clean, well designed studio was perfectly lovely, and its location is great for exploring Jerez. It was ideal for us and we highly recommend it."

Reviewed on 9 Jan,2024

Apartments La Higuera By VGH
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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Interesting town - we actually preferred Grazalema: which is not too far away.