There is also a pool and a small play park for younger guests.

There were only a few guests at the time when we visited this parador

This place is out of the way, a small hotel, I think I may have been one of 2 guests.

That said, the bedding was of good quality and the room was cleaned each day to a very high standard.

The bathroom was a little tired and cramped,

Situated on a slight hill opposite Monterey castle (yes, the mother of all Montereys) it provides space to relax and chill down from sightseeing and driving.

If you have time, go visit Chaves (in Portugal) and Ourense.

but found nothing of particular interest there except a confusing one way system and a few specialist deli's which were worth visiting to salivate at the cold meats and check out the local wines.

Aug, 8, 2012