Picos de Europa
Many of the 30 rooms in this handsome, warm stone lodge have mountain views, and 11 include loft levels that are perfect for kids. You can't help but…
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Asturias
This quirky spot in Valle de Lago village offers accommodation in six shaggy-roofed, local-style cabanas de teito, built with traditional materials but…
L'Eixample
A relaxed hostel with 10 small but clean rooms (no dorms), Somnio has a great location in L’Eixample, close to the area's sights, restaurants and…
Comillas
This bright-red, 19th-century Comillas house has been revamped into a classy contemporary hotel with 19 boldly styled rooms, most sporting curtained beds,…
North & Interior Ibiza
This very friendly, frills-free, family-run hostal sits right on the beach at Es Figueral. Most of the plain, spotless rooms have a small fridge and…
Girona
Handy for both the bus and train stations and Girona's old town, this almost-budget city hotel amounts to a simple but very pleasing package. Friendly…
Puerto de Mogán
Quietly ensconced beside the yacht-filled harbour, this accommodation option consists of large airy doubles and apartments (for two to four people), with…
Oviedo
A smart if not overly exciting option, well positioned on the northern edge of the old town. The 31 ‘classic’ bath-equipped rooms with blue-and-yellow…
Arcos de la Frontera
The nuns who once lived in this beautiful former convent dating from the 17th century obviously appreciated a good view. It’s now a slightly chintzy,…
Asturias
Two emblematic bear statues guard the door of this centrally located Pola de Somiedo hotel, which features 15 bright, surprisingly contemporary rooms. If…
Asturias
Business-smart comfort is the theme at this polished, modern 3-star set inside a revamped townhouse, 200m northeast of the Plaza de España. Front rooms…
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
These spacious apartments have enough kitchen cupboards for a family of four and massive ocean-facing terraces. The rooms have a retro '60s feel with…
Picos de Europa
In the heart of town, this hostal (budget hotel) is run by an enthusiastic young couple, with 13 small and basic (but well-kept) rooms with sloping beamed…
Castellón Province
Slap-bang in the centre of town, this modern budget hotel is run by amiable people and offers an appealing base. Rooms are fairly simple and facilities…
Figueres
Located 1km south of central Figueres, Hotel Ronda is perfectly suited to travellers with their own wheels. Decent-value rooms, some more modern than…
Salamanca
Attractive rooms are a given here, although decor varies from a more classic, understated look to wall-length modern photos and abundant use of wood. The…
Oviedo
In a central new-town location, roughly equidistant from the cathedral and the train station, this contemporary small hotel is an excellent budget choice…
Los Caños de Meca
If you can get past the misleading name (there's no golf or even minigolf, and it isn't a hostal), this well-positioned year-round hotel where the road…
Arrecife
An adventurous paint palette graces the contemporary lobby and communal spaces at waterfront Miramar, where each floor sports its own colour scheme. Rooms…
Castilla-La Mancha
Tucked away in a noble 18th-century building a block downhill from the cathedral, this hostal offers a genuine welcome and bright, spacious, quiet rooms…
El Raval
An oasis on the edge of the slightly dicey Barri Xino, this former convent (which was connected by tunnel to the Església de Sant Agustí) has a plant…
Alicante
This chain is a bit hit-or-miss, but this is one of its better offerings, in a fine location opposite the market and a short walk from the nightlife zone…
The Catalan Pyrenees
This welcoming, well-equipped riverside campground 400m east of Llavorsí's centre has essentials like clean bathrooms, laundry facilities, picnic areas,…
La Laguna
The highlight of this friendly 23-room hotel is the central glassed-in patio (housing a popular cafe), which is redolent of 1920s high-class society…
Andalucía
Friendly Raisa provides five straightforwardly clean and comfy rooms and three apartments with well-equipped kitchens. It also has a moderately priced all…
Occidental Santa Cruz Contemporáneo
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
As contemporary as the name suggests, this elegant hotel on one of the city’s swankiest streets is part of the Spanish Barceló chain. Rooms have mahogany…
La Latina & Lavapiés
Forming part of a 17th-century palace, the internal courtyard here is one of Madrid’s finest – lavish Andalucian tilework, a fountain, a spectacular glass…
Cudillero
Aimed at Camino de Santiago pilgrims but open to everyone, these two spotless, modern, red-walled four-person dorms are set back from the road in El Pito,…
Fuerteventura
Located on a busy corner by a roundabout across from the promenade, this 10-room hotel has pleasant enough rooms with fridges and fans, but service is…
Cáceres
Located in an 18th-century former palace just off Plaza Mayor, this friendly and family-run 36-room hotel has public areas that look like an old-world…
Aragón
An 18th-century building in the centre of Sallent village, the Balaitus has a lot of history and creaking wooden floors to go with it. Rooms are mostly…
Aragón
More stylish and less basic than most Torla hostels and refuges, the Monte Perdido has solid wooden bunks in 10- and 12-person dorms, plus a few cosy…
Castilla y León
There aren't many places where you can see a Gaudí flight of fancy from your bed, so ask for a street-facing room. The large rooms have been given a…
El Cotillo
This five-apartment place – flying the Jolly Roger – is the labour of love of a German couple. Ralf made most of the furniture and has scavenged ruins for…
Gran Canaria
If you fancy seeing how troglodytes live, check in at this unique cave hostel. The views are stunning and the atmosphere is original but simple and basic,…
Andalucía
The María de Molina is housed in a 16th-century mansion facing a picturesque plaza. It's efficiently run, with well-appointed rooms which are arranged…
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
With its oatmeal-cloth sofas, trendy wooden armchairs and neat little cushions in the lobby, this good-looking choice has chic but not very spacious rooms…
Fuerteventura
The slightly scuffed 22-room Tamasite is a well-located, two-star hotel with decent rooms with small balconies. Rooms on the 3rd floor have access to a…
Extremadura
The dearth of good accommodation options in Monesterio itself make this one south of town among the more appealing choices in the area. Rooms are nicely…
Barcelona
Part of a Spanish hotel chain, the Ilunon is a solid option in post-industrial El Poblenou. Bright, sizeable rooms are clean and modern if rather…
