Noguera de la Sierpe hotel

Looking for rural lodging that allowed dogs for the weekend in Sierra de Cazorla, we were recommended this hotel and I must admit that it was a success.

The hotel is located between the towns of Coto Ríos and Arroyo Frío in the longitudinal road which crosses the park and runs from Cazorla to Tranco de Beas.

Upon arrival at the hotel and entering the reception, my first impression was that I’d entered a lodge in Maasai Mara, a Macaque, elephant feet, a bear, and even a lion (stuffed of course), every wall filled with photos of the owner, showing off his hunting trophies... Well, different strokes for different folks.

If you want to get to know the Sierra de Cazorla and enjoy a few unforgettable days, this is your hotel.

Located on the road from Cazorla to the Tranco of Beas reservoir, between Arroyo Frío and Coto Rios, is this country hotel: charming, cosy and offering from very friendly staff, to a private lake where you can go fishing as well as kayaking, passing through their display of hunting "trophies" that is a veritable museum.

The hotel has rooms with a fireplace (and all the services of a four star hotel) but they also rent cottages.

You can get either half or full board and order free buffet if you go with a group. From the part opposite the lake, crossing a bridge over the Guadalquivir River, one can walk up a path to the Borosa River fish farm (about two miles away).

I loved the hotel. It is located within the natural park itself. The room we requested had a fireplace and was stupendous.

There is a lake with ducks inside the enclosure. They also have two pools that at that time were not available for use but I can imagine how they would be pleasant in summer.

The restaurant has local food and is great, being able to choose from the menu with half board.

What I liked least were the excessive hunting trophies (heads of deer and other animals). Although it does make the place original. I recommend it and will return.