Luxury hotel holiday Parador de Alcalá de Henares near Madrid

In the birthplace of Cervantes, a town bursting with historical charm, art and culture, and about 35 kms from the centre of Madrid, is the Parador de Alcalá de Henares. This 4-star hotel occupies a 17th century monastery, combining a historical facade with an elegant, contemporary interior. Set amongst the ancient, cobbled streets of the literary town, you can visit Calle Mayor, the university, the Archbishop’s Palace and the Cathedral, before returning to your hotel for some relaxation in the pool and spa.
Included in your Expressions holiday
  • Accommodation in a double or twin room on bed and breakfast
  • Scheduled flights with British Airways London to Madrid
  • Hire of a group A car for the duration of the holiday
  • Concierge service and Expressions Holidays regional helpful hints
  • Choice of upgrades available - rooms, flights and board basis

Luxury bespoke hotel holidays to Parador de Alcalá de Henares, near Madrid

Parador de Alcalá de Henares is full of history and elegance. Its location near Madrid makes it the ideal spot to visit the city, whilst retiring to a more tranquil setting in the evenings. The hotel is easily reached as it is conveniently located near the airport and the station.

Facts in brief

Official star rating 4

Location The hotel sits 26 kilometres from Madrid, 20 kilometres from Barajas International Airport and only 2 kilometres from the train station. It is within a 10-minute walk to some of the town’s main attractions: Calle Mayor, the main street in Alcalá de Henare

Annual opening All year

Closest airport Barajas International Airport

Distance from airport 20 km

Closest railway station Alcalá de Henares

Distance from railway station 2 km

Hotel facilities and services

Two restaurants, café, bar, room service, garage, gym, spa, garden, terrace, outdoor swimming pool (seasonal).

Out and about nearby

Attractions in Alcalá de Henares include: Cervantes House Museum; the Outdoor Modern Sculpture Museum; the Chapels of Oidor; Alcalá University; and Bernardas Monastery. As you venture into Madrid itself, you will find several National Heritage attractions including El Prado Palace and the convents of Las Descalzas and La Encarnación. Two of Madrid’s most popular attractions are the Royal Palace, former home to the Spanish Royal family, and the Prado Museum.

Sports nearby

Cycling, Golf, Swimming, Hiking (unguided)

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What particularly impresses us each time we use your services is that ‘what we expect we get’ eg car hire, rooms selected, all with no hassle. Not sure how you do it!!
Mr W, July 2022

Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Standard double room for 3 nights for a fly-drive holiday

From about

£590

Holiday Code EXH1831

The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.

Luxury bespoke hotel holidays to Parador de Alcalá de Henares, near Madrid

Room descriptions

The Parador de Alcalá de Henares has 128 rooms and suites, each with air-conditioning, private bathroom, complimentary Wi-Fi, mini-bar and safe, television, telephone and hairdryer. The hotel has 4 specially equipped rooms.

Double room double bed
Superior room double bed
Junior suite

Special offers for this holiday>

What particularly impresses us each time we use your services is that ‘what we expect we get’ eg car hire, rooms selected, all with no hassle. Not sure how you do it!!
Mr W, July 2022

Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Standard double room for 3 nights for a fly-drive holiday

From about

£590

Holiday Code EXH1831

The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.

Luxury bespoke hotel holidays to Parador de Alcalá de Henares, near Madrid

The journey and how you get there

For a holiday to Parador de Alcalá de Henares, our clients usually arrive hire a car from Madrid airport and include the hotel as part of a fly-rail or fly-drive touring holiday. We include flights from London and a hire car or rail travel, depending on what you would like to do and what is most appropriate to your overall journey.

Additional information

Children: An extra bed for a single child can be added in all room types.

Special offers

Call to make your booking and save an extra £50 per adult Call us instead of emailing us when you are thinking of booking a holiday and save an extra £50 per adult (in addition to any special offers that might be available). We want to talk to you to discuss your requirements and a phone call is usually the best way for you to define what you want enabling us to respond more accurately. We want to talk to you and you save an extra £50 per adult.

What particularly impresses us each time we use your services is that ‘what we expect we get’ eg car hire, rooms selected, all with no hassle. Not sure how you do it!!
Mr W, July 2022

Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Standard double room for 3 nights for a fly-drive holiday

From about

£590

Holiday Code EXH1831

The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.

Luxury bespoke hotel holidays to Parador de Alcalá de Henares, near Madrid

Highlights of Madrid

Numerous squares including the historic Plaza Mayor, the setting of bullfights and executions during the Spanish Inquisition. The Royal Palace, a lavish building which was constructed in the 1700s and is still used today for state occasions. The Prado Museum, one of the largest art galleries in the world which contains an impressive selection of Spanish paintings including works by Goya and El Greco. Reina Sofia Museum, displaying modern works including Picasso’s ‘Guernica’. Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, based on a private art collection which illustrates the history of western art and includes pieces by Goya, Degas and Renoir. Retiro Park formerly used by the royal family and now a popular spot for relaxation. The Teatro Real, an important opera house with performances of opera and dance. Almudena Cathedral. Gran Vía, a famous street which is lined by theatres and shops. Debod Temple, an ancient Egyptian temple which was rebuilt in Madrid in the 1960s. The Santiago Bernabéu Football stadium, home to Real Madrid. El Rastro Market, an open-air flea market which is held on Sundays. Ventas Bullring where bullfights take place every week during the bullfighting season.

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