Rincon de las Descalzas
HCAR1, Carmona, Andalucia
Historic town hotel in Carmona
In a discreet corner in the upper part of the old town this charming small hotel makes a relaxing base from which to discover delightful Carmona and the province of Sevilla.
Its typical Andalucian structure, with shady patios, each centred around a fountain and literally festooned with plants, makes the hotel a true oasis of peace and freshness.
Furnished and decorated in a romantic, Andalucian style, with many antiques and artefacts, each room is quite individual and some have special features such as fireplaces or bathtubs in the room.
Rocío, your host, will go out of her way to make you comfortable.
Accommodation
13 rooms of which two suites, two superior rooms with fireplaces.
All rooms have safe deposit, TV, data connection point, telephone, air conditioning, smoke detector and central alarm.
All bathrooms have a bath, some also have separate shower. All have bidet, hairdryer, international shaver outlet.
Hotel Features
Tranquil patios full of vegetation and the sound of water.
Small boutique in reception
Masseur service on request
Horse riding can be arranged.
Parking is nearby in the square or a free car park.
Restaurant
Bar "El Claustro", buffet breakfast. Home made or locally sourced seasonal products.
Fresh juice and coffee.
There are plenty of nice bars and restaurants within a short walk of the hotel.
Hotel Facilities
WiFi all areasLift
Garden/Patio/Terrace
Shared Lounge / TV Area
No smoking in hotel
Luggage storage
Laundry Service
Air Conditioning
Room facilities (all rooms)
En-suite bathroomHeating
Air conditioning
WIFI
TV
Walk-in shower
Shower over bathtub
Hairdryer
Desk
Dining
Breakfast onlyBars / restaurants within walking distance of the hotel
Bar with terrace, for clients only serving drinks and light snacks
Accessibility
Not suitable for guests with reduced mobilityParking
On-street parkingPublic parking nearby (pay locally)
Carmona, Andalucia
Known as the mini-Sevilla, Carmona has its own Alcazar, now a Parador, and two magnificent monumental gates, the best of which, la Puerta de Sevilla, has splendid Moorish archways sitting atop Roman foundations. There's even a copy of the Giralda, La Giraldilla, just outside the town walls.
Thought to be older than Sevilla, neolithic remains have been found nearby and there is a fine Roman necropolis just a short distance from the city. In the city museum you can see some fine pottery left behind by the Tartesos but everywhere you look you'll find the traces left by passing empires.
The old town occupies a strategic position and offers magnificent views over the surrounding vega (fertile river basin). It is nice and compact and easy to get around on foot and there are plenty of authentic tapas bars and restaurants and pleasant squares and terraces to relax and enjoy the local 'ambiente'.
1. Carmona old town with its elegant palaces and squares
2. Gates of Sevilla & Cordoba – both visitable
3. Oil tasting in the Plaza de Abastos market place
4. Roman necropolis – just 10 minutes' walk from the city, elaborate monumental tombs carved into the rock
5. Climb the Giraldilla, just outside the Puerta de Sevilla
6. Viist the numerous convents in the town and try their delicious baked goodies.
6. Take a trip to Seville magnificent cathedral, Alcazar, Barrio Vera Cruz and so much more
7. Visit Osuna, with it's fine medieval University and Colegiata. Don't miss Calle San Pedro with its mansions. The town was also used for filming Game of Thrones season 5.
8. Come at Easter – the main event of the year in the town.
