Parador rooms are much more than just places to rest; they are veritable time capsules. Over the years, these historic buildings have hosted important figures such as monarchs, artists and writers, who have left their mark on these unique settings. On this occasion, we invite you to discover one of these stories at the Parador de La Granja, where history, architecture and elegance come together in a space that preserves the essence of times gone by.
After a well-deserved holiday, returning to your routine can be challenging. However, it is the perfect time to find balance and renew both your body and mind. The key is to give yourself a space where you can recharge your batteries and rediscover your calm. Paradores, veritable havens of tranquillity and culture, are the ideal destination to take a break, unwind from daily stress and devote yourself to your wellbeing. With their fusion of history, art, nature and relaxation, they offer unique experiences that restore not only your physical energy, but also your inner peace.
In a country as diverse as Spain, the major tourist destinations tend to steal the limelight. But there is another kind of trip, more intimate, more authentic, which takes you away from the noise and to places that surprise you with their beauty, history and tranquillity. This summer, we invite you to discover hidden gems from the comfort and unique character of the Paradores. Places where accommodation is not just a place to rest, but the start of a different experience.
At Paradores, we have been committed to caring for the planet for years. Since 2018, we have been working with an ambitious Sustainability Plan that has a clear objective: to reduce our carbon footprint and become a carbon-neutral hotel chain by 2030. We are tackling this challenge with real, visible measures in all our accommodations.
Since El tiempo entre costuras (The Time Between Seams) became the dream debut for any writer in 2009, María Dueñas has made each of her novels an eagerly awaited event for a huge community of readers. Her latest work, Por si un día volvemos (If We Ever Return), is no exception. Set in French Algeria, it demands attention from the very first page thanks to Cecilia, a protagonist with a soul of silk and steel.
If We Ever Return spans thirty years until 1962, with the exodus of the pieds-noirs from Algeria. What attracted you to that time and place?
When we think of the Mediterranean, it’s easy to picture gentle waves, golden sands, and beach bars right by the sea. But just inland, a few kilometers from the coast, there’s another Mediterranean heartbeat: one of hilltop fortresses, cobbled streets holding centuries of stories, markets filled with the scents of spices and freshly baked bread, and landscapes blending vineyards, orchards, and rugged mountains. This summer, we invite you to open the doors to that inland Mediterranean which, while keeping its distinctive light, offers a slower, more authentic journey full of nuances.
