Curated luxury hotels in La Mancha

This luxury, rural retreat sits within its own 600-hectare estate, in the heart of the open countryside of Castilla and Extremadura.

Boasting a secluded location surrounded by verdant meadows, the Valdepalacios is the perfect place to unwind from busy city life. Start by heading to the spa centre, where you can make use of the indoor swimming pool, sauna, Turkish bath and massage treatments. Follow a session in the spa with a day in the clean, open air, where you can enjoy the stunning local landscape and wildlife whilst horse riding, fishing, or enjoying a round of golf. Then, to finish off the day, you can try some of the exquisite gourmet cuisine served in the hotel’s 1 Michelin Star Restaurant, Tierra, run by renowned chef José Carlos Fuentes.

With a stay at Castilla Termal Brihuega in Brihuega, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Romantic Gardens and Puerta de la Cadena. This luxury hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Ayuntamiento Plaza and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Arab Caves.

Hotel Spa Elia features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Alcalá del Júcar. With a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests.

At the hotel, all rooms have a wardrobe. Each room includes a desk and a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms at Hotel Spa Elia have a balcony. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.

The accommodation offers a barbecue. You can play tennis at Hotel Spa Elia, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling.

Molino de Alcuneza Hotel Spa is a restored 15th-century flour mill, set next to the River Henares. This boutique hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, spa and attractive gardens.

Each room at the Molino is bright and cosy, with whitewashed walls and typical wooden furniture. Rooms include a 22-inch LCD TV and a pillow menu.

The family-run Molino de Alcuneza is 5 km from the Medieval town of Sigüenza, and just an hour’s drive from Madrid. Other nearby historic towns include Palazuelos and Medinaceli.

The Molino’s restaurant specializes in modern regional cuisine, using the finest local produce. It opens daily for breakfast and dinner. The hotel also offers a spacious lounge, with an open fireplace and free Wi-Fi.

The hotel’s spa includes a Hammam, sauna and contrast showers. There is also a relaxation area and treatment rooms.

Located in Guadalajara, Hotel Pax Guadalajara is within a 15-minute walk of Pantheon of the Duchess of Sevillano and Pantheon of the Condesa de la Vega del Pozo. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Parque de la Concordia and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Cathedral of Santa Maria.

Featuring a garden and free WiFi, Hotel Rural & Spa Los Ánades is located in Abánades. Boasting a kids' club, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. Free private parking is available and the hotel also provides free use of bicycles for guests who want to explore the surrounding area.

At the hotel, every room has a wardrobe. Each room comes with a private bathroom with free toiletries, while certain rooms include a kitchen with a fridge. Guest rooms in Hotel Rural & Spa Los Ánades are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

A continental, Full English/Irish or Italian breakfast is available at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Spanish and Steakhouse cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

You can play billiards, darts and mini-golf at this 4-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and fishing.

Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is 126 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

With a stay at Blu Hotel Almansa in Almansa, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Church of La Asuncion and Castle of Almansa. This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Jardin de los Reyes Catolicos and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Teatro Regio.

Hotel Boutique Condes Fúcares has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Almadén. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a tour desk. The hotel features family rooms.

A magnificent 4-star hotel located in the town of Carranque, Toledo, a perfect base for discovering this historical town well-known for its Roman village and archaeological park.

Amongst the services and facilities at the hotel there is the exclusive Domus Aurea health spa available for a surcharge, a symbol of tranquillity and serenity, as well as meeting rooms and banquet halls with a capacity of 600 people.

In the surrounding area guests can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking or paddle tennis, and there is also a public swimming pool nearby. There is a golf course 10 km from the hotel.

There is free WiFi throughout the property.

You can also visit the city of Toledo, 40 km away, declared a World Heritage Site. Madrid is 30 minutes' drive away, and shuttle services to Barajas Airport can be arranged for a supplement. Free parking is available on site.

A stay at AC Hotel Guadalajara by Marriott, Spain places you in the heart of Guadalajara, within a 10-minute walk of Museo de Guadalajara and Palacio del Infantado. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Guadalajara Municipal Zoo and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Museo de Educación Antonio Molero.

Tierras de Moya features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Los Huertos. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a hot tub. The property provides a children's playground and free WiFi.

Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a TV. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom with a bath, free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Guests at Tierras de Moya will be able to enjoy activities in and around Los Huertos, like hiking and cycling.

Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the snack bar.

Valencia Airport is 123 km away.

When you stay at Hotel Guadalajara & Conference Center Affiliated by Meliá in Guadalajara, you'll be in a shopping district, within a 5-minute drive of Church of San Gines and Parque de la Concordia. This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Pantheon of the Condesa de la Vega del Pozo and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Pantheon of the Duchess of Sevillano.

With a stay at Hotel & Spa La Salve in Torrijos, you'll be 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from Maqueda Castle and 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Burujón Canyons. This spa hotel is 20.7 mi (33.3 km) from Puy du Fou España.

Set in Horcajo de los Montes, 39 km from Cabañeros National Park, Nuevo Hotel Parque Cabaneros offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can have a drink at the bar.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. The units feature a wardrobe.

A buffet breakfast is available at Nuevo Hotel Parque Cabaneros.

The accommodation offers a terrace.

When you stay at Parador De Oropesa in Oropesa, you'll be steps from Oropesa Castle. This hotel is 15.6 mi (25.2 km) from Ciudad de Vascos Ruins and 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from Rosarito Reservoir.

When you stay at Parador De Siguenza in Siguenza, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Siguenza Castle and 6 minutes by foot from Cathedral of Siguenza. This hotel is 26.5 mi (42.6 km) from Plaza Mayor.

This hotel is situated in Alcarria and opens out towards the Alto Tajo river valley. It was founded in the 18th century by the King and Mayor of Madrid.

The building was once a spa, winery and cultural centre and you can marvel at its unique setting and the wealth of possibilities on offer. In particular, you can immerse yourself in the thermal and highly therapeutic waters. The 83 rooms are equipped down to the finest detail and with modern and intimate design they make references to decadent times past, couches and lamps.

All guests have access to a inside/active spa swimming pool (60 minutes per room and day) and a fitness centre.

You will awake here surrounded by nature and will be inspired to take a walk or a bike ride. It is also a pleasure to visit the local towns and feel close to rural life.

When you stay at Be Live City Center Talavera in Talavera de la Reina, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Talavera de la Reina Fairgrounds and Prado Garden. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Wall and Albarrana Tower and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Playa de los Arenales.

CORK VALLEY - Pet Friendly & Only Adults in Hontanar provides adults-only accommodation with an infinity pool, a garden and barbecue facilities. The air-conditioned accommodation is 48 km from Layos Casa Campo S.A.. There is a picnic area and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

All units comprise a seating area with a sofa, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities, including a microwave, a toaster, a fridge and a stovetop. A terrace with an outdoor dining area and mountain views is offered in each unit. All units have a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen.

For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to have groceries delivered.

Sightseeing tours are available in the surrounding area. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, hiking and walking tours are possible in the surroundings and the chalet can arrange a bicycle rental service.

Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is 142 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Located in Cuenca, 14 km from Nuestra Señora de Gracia's Cathedral, Pachán Dehesa Boyal provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 14 km from Mangana Tower.

Guest rooms are equipped with a fridge, minibar, a coffee machine, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at the hotel also offer a mountain view. All units in Pachán Dehesa Boyal are equipped with a flat-screen TV and slippers.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental breakfast.

Hanging Houses of Cuenca is 15 km from Pachán Dehesa Boyal, while Cuenca Train Station is 16 km away. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is 174 km from the property.