Luxury four star hotel in a thirteenth century
Arab fortress
The views as the road climbs to the Parador over the city of Jaen and
the Andalusia countryside are marvelous with the ultimate panorama at the
top from the Parador.
From the balconies of the bedrooms there is a 180 degrees view of the
plain of the Guadalquivir river, surrounded by the hills of the Sierra
Morena and the high mountains of the Sierra Nevada.
As this is enjoyed, it is easy to understand the reason for the position
of this castle with both the ability to see approaching enemy and also
the difficulty of making an attack.
Jaen has a long history. During the Roman occupation, around the time
of Christ, it was called Aurigis because of the silver mines in the region.
Later it was captured by the Moors who gave it the name of Geen which is
the Arabic for caravan route since important trading roads met in the city.
During the Arab rule the castle was built on this site which kept the
city at peace until it was captured by Ferdinand III in 1246. He extended
the castle which held out against the repeated attacks by the Moors over
the next two hundred years.
The castle was rebuilt and extended to form the Parador which opened
in 1968.
Impressive twenty metre high crossed arches dominate the main sitting
room with large metal chandeliers hanging from the ceiling with furniture
to match the historic setting.
The comfortable and friendly bedrooms with magnificent panoramic views
stand out. Many of them have canopied beds on raised platforms.
The decor of the large dining room is Arabic in style and a mixture
of international dishes and local specialties are served. Some of the local
dishes that should be tried include:
"ajo blanco" which is a cold soup with strong garlic flavouring;
"Ensalada de perdiz" being partridge with salad;
"pipirrana" being the regional mixed vegetable salad;
"morcilla en caldera", black pudding cooked in the pot;
There is an exterior swimming pool for the guests or a walk can be taken
on the now grassed parade ground of the castle while looking at the surrounding
fortifications.
This Parador has thirty one twin bedded rooms, six rooms with a double
bed and eight single rooms. All rooms have a private bathroom, a telephone,
satellite television and a mini bar.
The Parador is air conditioned with a restaurant and bar. There are
conference facilities if required.
Pets are not allowed in the Parador.
No prepayment - No booking fees - Cancellations up to 48 hours prior to arrival without penalty
| Parador Castillo de Santa Catalina at Jaen |
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| DAILY RATES (ex Tax) FOR 2 PERSONS SHARING A DOUBLE ROOM |
| 2009 Rates | Standard room |
Double superior |
Double w/ four poster bed |
Jan and Feb
Nov and Dec | 148 EUR | 185 EUR | 185 EUR |
| March to October | 160 EUR | 200 EUR | 200 EUR |
| Breakfast 17 EUR per person per day Lunch or Dinner 32 EUR per person per day |
| PROMOTION | OVERVIEW (for more detailed information use the link) |
| Golden Days |
30% discount for guests 55 years or over in a standard room with breakfast |
| Young Persons |
Discounted rates for guests 20 to 35 years in a standard room with breakfast |
| 5 Night Card |
Discounted rates for 5 nights in a standard room exc. breakfast |
| 2 Night Special |
20% discount for 2 consecutive nights or more with half board |
Click
here to make a reservation at the Parador
Directions
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The Parador on a hill overlooking the town 5 kms distant
Go past the cathedral and turn right at the end following the Parador
signs. |
