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Monasterio de San Francisco

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel with seasonal outdoor pool and business center

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM, sun loungers
Exterior detail
Standard Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 15 per person)
Superior Double Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

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Avenida Pio XII, 35, Palma del Rio, Cordoba, 14700
  • Popular LocationPlaza de Espana34 min drive
  • Popular LocationMedina Azahara55 min drive
  • Popular LocationMosque–Cathedral of Córdoba62 min drive
  • AirportSeville (SVQ-San Pablo)74 min drive

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Room options

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Standard Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room

9.1/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private spa tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Junior Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private spa tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Palma del Rio

Located in Palma del Rio, Monasterio de San Francisco is in the city center and on a river. Casa Museo Hermandad de San Gil and Museo Histórico Municipal are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Palace and Gardens of Moratalla and Iglesia de San Pablo-Santo Domingo. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, mountain biking, and ziplining.
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What's nearby

  • Plaza de Espana - 34 min drive
  • Medina Azahara - 55 min drive
  • Alcazar of Cordoba - 56 min drive
  • Mosque–Cathedral of Córdoba - 62 min drive
  • Roman Bridge - 73 min drive

Getting around

  • Peñaflor Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Café Bar Plaza - 7 min walk
  • La Cerveceria - 6 min walk
  • La Taberna - 4 min walk
  • Bar la Muralla - 13 min walk
  • Damian Meson - 2 min walk

About this property

Monasterio de San Francisco

Upscale historic hotel by the river
At Monasterio de San Francisco, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Hortus, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with car rentals on site and a business center.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • A banquet hall, wedding services, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage, an elevator, and a ballroom
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/tub combinations
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Uncovered self parking on site (EUR 10 per night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 15 for adults and EUR 7.50 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Hortus

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,819 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1492
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Sunday and Monday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 44 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 7.50 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 10 per night
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Monasterio de San Francisco have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:30 AM–8:30 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Monasterio de San Francisco?

As of Jun 6, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Monasterio de San Francisco on Jun 16, 2024 start from $66.54, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Monasterio de San Francisco pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 44 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Monasterio de San Francisco?

Self parking is available for EUR 10 per night.

What time is check-in at Monasterio de San Francisco?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Monasterio de San Francisco?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Monasterio de San Francisco provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Monasterio de San Francisco located?

Located in the heart of Palma del Rio, this historic hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Palace and Gardens of Moratalla, Sendero de Las Cruces, and Sierra de Hornachuelos Natural Park. Sendero del Bembezar and Sendero de los Ángeles are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 110 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 110 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Magical
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Ross

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not bad…
My second time to Palma Del Rio and I stayed here for 4 nights on a business trip to the area. The note itself is beautiful, set in an old monastery and the grounds are great with a pool and garden. It’s set pretty much on the centre of town with an easy walking distance to shops and restaurants. The hotel doesn’t open their bar or restaurant (which includes breakfast, I don’t think they state this in their description but they should) until weekends but there was a fridge in my room so I could buy food from the local supermarket nearby or you can go to the little cafes/restaurants nearby. The parking is on the street outside. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The staff did not make us feel welcomed, starting with the receptionist and continuing to two wait staff. We were in Spain and Portugal for a month. And found wonderful hospitality people everywhere.else. The facility is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stanislava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great to stay there. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
15th Century Charmer
Historic property, built in the 15th century as a monastery. Has been beautifully renovated and converted into a charming hotel. Has a couple of pleasant courtyards with nicely tended plants. Food was delicious. Our room had a gorgeous vaulted ceiling with painted design. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Myrna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cool Historic Hotel!
The Monastery is amazing! They offer a pool, restaurant and bar area. Palma Del Rio is a nice little town, with friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasure to be back😊
Perfectly peaceful location to immerse yourself in Spanish life, but still close enough to Seville and Córdoba for more touristy things. Pool re-vamp fabulous, staff, great to see some familiar faces again, who were impressed by my ability today more than one word in Spanish now. Wonderful place but don't tell anyone!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A n interesting experience !
Interesting property ! It was an old monastery remodeled. Diferent rooms, the atmosfere takes you to an ancient time. Very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful historic monastery in a great location. Palma del Rio is a central location for visits to Sevilla, Cordoba, and Granada. Palma also has its own attractions and charm . We were there for Holy Week, and the processions of Palma were moving. Monasterio San Francisco is attached to a church, and the processions on many nights ended at that church, so from our room we were able to see many different penitents marching solemnly behind the carried sculptures of Jesus and Mary. Palma also has a wonderful palace of its own, Portocarrero, which is well worth a visit (must be arranged with a phone call first). Overall, we had a great stay (two adults and one child).

10/10 Excellent

David, Ringwood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You will never forget the charm of this hotel
I have read with interest other reviews about this hotel and some aspects of the accommodation being lacking ( yes - there are only six sun beds..) . My thoughts are if you want four or five star service you'd better head to the Hilton. On the other hand if you want a stopover in a truly atmospheric old Spanish building loaded with history and with unique charm then this is for you. One day a "boutique" hotel chain will buy this wonderful property and you won't be able to afford to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Don Miguel, London, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A hidden treasure
What an unexpected surprise. A historic piece of Spain adapted for the modern tourist while maintaining all the mystery and stark charm of a monastery that was the home of 500 monks at its peak. Long corridors with nooks and cranies that lead the guests to their adequately furnished, and well heated, large cell ; we visited over wet and chilly days in March,. To dine in the former monks refectory with the walls hung with tapesteries and paintings beneath a wooden beamed ceiling, prepared diners for what was a splendid supper offering a range of Spanish specialities and local dishes. The courtyards and large vegetable garden encourage the visitor to explore the estate. A place to revisit.

10/10 Excellent

Pedro, Miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
FAR AWAY HOTEL
Unfortunately the ad for the hotel does not mention that it is located 35 miles (48 km) from Cordoba. Other than that, the hotel is fine

10/10 Excellent

Kate, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Something a little different to the norm
We really liked the hotel. You could park for free on all the side roads surrounding the hotel so it is perfect if you are on a driving tour round Andalusia. The decoration is quirky and the place grounds are beautiful. The hotel is a good place to stop off between Cordoba and Seville. We visited in late September and found the actual town it is in, Palma del Rio (approx. 40 min drive to Cordoba) is a quite little town, mainly with local people who don't speak English. There were plenty of good cafes and bars near by and we managed to muddle our way through with virtually no Spanish language skills. The restaurant and bar in the hotel were very quite, and far more expensive than the local places, so we avoided them.

10/10 Excellent

Marjory, Australia - ACT - Canberra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Above average, did not make best use of ; Value: Great deal, Great breakfast; Service: Go the extra mile, Recptn staff warm welcmng; Cleanliness: Spotless; 100km from Cordoba wondeful Roman walls, Moorish castle, convent ruins in the town, fantastic Pena Flamenca restaurant with locals singing and dancing

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Monastery Retreat but Still silent order.
The hotel was fine. They let themselves down in 2 ways. They told me about their secure parking but didn't tell me it cost 10 euros a day. The food was ok but very salty and not up to the promised levels. Nice place though. Lots of ringing bells on a Saturday night.

8/10 Good

Paul & Myriam

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Wonderful historic building
The magnificence of the building easily blinds one to its defects as a modern hotel. The maintenance was a concern, as the bath shower didn't function correctly, and the main shower was less than 6 feet high, and required you get wet and cold before adjusting the taps (non-mixer). Also the headboard was not fixed and banged against the wall every time you moved in the night.having said that, it was a great building and a good location. Parking was €10 extra, and they were on a skeleton staff with only 1 receptionist, and one waiter at dinner coping with about 20 people. He did a great job and the food was excellent.

8/10 Good

W Foults

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Rural Parador
An interesting experience, great for one night possibly. Not much to see in the city. An hour from Cordoba. Much construction going on through the grounds. Pool was nice.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Under stated
A step back in time! Comfortable, clean and "The real Spain" designed with restraint and simplicity. Very comfortable stay.

10/10 Excellent

Pamela, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
pleasant surprise
Unexpected, relaxed accommodation, LOTS OF ROOM FOR LUGGAGE, quiet, food in the refectory good,helpful with car parking which is quite secure. We did not realise the hotel was 50km from Cordoba that was not a big problem.

8/10 Good

Mary, Belmont, Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Historic Interest but In Transition
Located in the market town of Palma del Rio, the hotel is housed in a wonderful old Franciscan monastery, with large rooms, wide staircases, and spacious public spaces, and has a large garden and outdoor pool in the grounds behind it. It has 'good bones' and will make a wonderful lodging when the renovations currently ongoing are finished. They are upgrading the facility to qualify for the Spanish four-star hotel category. This unfortunately marred our stay: the bar was not functioning and an evening meal was by special request only, so it really was operating as a bed and breakfast (not included in the room charge). Breakfast was an ample buffet, however, served in what had been the monastery refectory--a grand space. It is useful also to know Palma del Rio lies an hour's drive from Cordoba, which was the focus of our visit.

10/10 Excellent

Jaime, ATLANTA, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Inexpensive romantic/historic satying near Cordoba
Excellent and romantic hotel. A lot of great Character. After seeing Cordoba for the day we were headed south towards Sevilla and stayed at this great romantic hotel. Excellent choice if you have a rental car. It is better than all three star hotels and maybe even better than some 4 star hotels.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Authentic, good location in the town
Great hotel with real charm. Clean rooms. Not modern but authentic to the monastery. Great court yards. friendly reception.