The Parador de Argómaniz is one of those places where a sense of calm washes over you immediately. Behind the historic walls of the Renaissance palace, time seems to pass a little more slowly as your gaze wanders across the vast Álava plain to the Gorbea Mountains. Our favorite spot is the terrace, especially in the early evening, when the landscape is bathed in warm light and the silence is broken only by the sounds of nature. Anyone looking to experience nature, history, and the authentic Basque Country will find a wonderful retreat here.
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Highlights
A peaceful location with sweeping views of the Álava Plain and the Gorbea mountain range
A direct starting point for nature experiences in Garaio Natural Park and at the Ullibarri-Gamboa Reservoir
An ideal combination of nature, culture, and excursions throughout the Basque Country
Good to know
The quiet village setting is ideal for relaxing. A car or bicycle is necessary for excursions into nature and to the region's attractions.
The Essentials
restaurant, parking lot, free wifi, e-vehicle charging station
Hotel Type:
4 star, Quiet, Nature
Hotel size (number of rooms):
53
Location
Carretera N-I Km. 363
01192
Argómaniz
Spanish Basque Country,
Spain
License number
H. VI-00301
Hotel description
Parador
An elegant Renaissance palace with a rich history, featuring stylishly restored historic architecture with many preserved original details, characteristic porthole windows—a typical feature of Basque architecture—and an original 18th-century coffered ceiling, the Aletegui Restaurant, located in the palace’s former barn and boasting a unique historic ambiance; a place steeped in history situated at a major crossroads where, for centuries, Romans, Christians, Muslims, and Jews, as well as merchants and caravans from Flanders and France, passed through over the centuries; historic charm combined with the tranquility of the Basque countryside
Nature Hotel
Surrounded by the diverse natural landscape of Álava, it’s an ideal starting point for hikes, bike rides, and excursions in the surrounding area; direct access to the Garaio Nature Park with meadows, forests, and riverside landscapes; unspoiled nature around the Ullibarri-Gamboa Reservoir, featuring one of Spain’s few inland Blue Flag beaches; stunning views of the Álava plain and the Gorbea mountain range, numerous hiking trails leading up to Mount Gorbea, the protected Salburua wetlands—a paradise for nature and birdwatchers—and idyllic villages in the surrounding area make every exploration a special experience
Quiet Hotel
A quiet location in the small village of Argómaniz, with barely more than five streets, far from the hustle and bustle of the cities—the ideal atmosphere for unwinding and slowing down, with sweeping views of the Álava plain, the Gorbea mountain range, and the Ullibarri-Gamboa reservoirs, surrounded by protected and largely untouched nature—the perfect setting for walks and excursions into the countryside, ideal for anyone who wants to enjoy the serenity of village life, fresh air, and the tranquility of the Basque countryside
Sneak peek
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Facilities
elevator
wireless LAN
free of charge
WLAN in rooms
WLAN in lobby
air conditioning
non-smoking building
entire hotel incl. lobby
parking
parking spaces, Free of charge
terrace
laundry service
garden/outside area
bar
restaurant
reception
24 hour reception
room service
safe
breakfast
breakfast served in room
Outdoor playground
Frequently asked questions
Yes, the hotel provides free parking facilities for its guests: Parking space
The hotel has 53 rooms in total.
The hotel is suitable for the whole family and also offers activities for children. These include, for example outdoor playground
Yes, a charging station for electric cars is available to the hotel's guests.