Ferrol is found in the northwestern corner of Spain in the province of A Coruña. If you would like to get to know the fascinating history of this historic town up close and personal, you can’t pass up a stay at the city hotel Parador de Ferrol! This historic villa has looked out over the harbor or Ferrol for centuries.
The Parador de Ferrol
The Parador de Ferrol is found in the historic mansion district of the city. Up on a raised plateau, it offers an unforgettable view of the harbor of Ferrol, which you shouldn’t miss. Ferrol was one of the most important ports in the 18th and 19th centuries, partly because the famous Navantia shipyards were located here. The wealth that Ferrol accumulated due to its special importance helped bring in the money that allowed the villas around the Parador de Ferrol to be built.
Historic Ambience at the Parador de Ferrol
Ferrol’s importance has waned in the last years, but the glamour of the villa reflects the rich pomp of the earlier times. Constructed in the typical Galician style, the historic hotel has several galleries and exquisite furnishings from the seagoing days throughout the hotel. World maps, navigation instruments, and an old ship’s lantern bear witness to the maritime past of the city of Ferrol.
Tasty Specialties at the Parador de Ferrol
The restaurant of the city hotel in Ferrol offers you several dishes, many of them local to the region. Select fresh seafood is particularly important, considering the ideal location of Ferrol. Calician dishes such as ’Pulpo a la mugardesa’ (squid), ’Rape a la coruñesa’ (anglerfish), or ’Sopa ferrolana’ (fish soup) will be a special culinary treat for any seafood lover. For dessert, try one of the famous Ferrol cakes, named after the city.
Conferences at the Port City of Ferrol
The Parador de Ferrol is also ideal for conferences. Four different conference rooms are available at the business hotel. The different sizes make sure that you will find the right room for your event. While the rooms “Herrera” and “Prioriño” offer room for up to 60 people, the “Salón Areal” can fit up to 100 people, and “Salón Convenciones” up to 200! The technical equipment at the conference hotel includes a modern audio-visual setup and Internet access. This makes the Parador de Ferrol ideal for presentations, conferences or meetings in Ferrol.