Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa Monument - 8 min drive
Desfiladero de Despenaperros - 9 min drive
Burgalimar Castle - 35 min drive
Cascada de Cimbarra - 40 min drive
Civil Guard Academy - 48 min drive
Getting around
Almuradiel-Viso del Marqués Station - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Casa Pepe - 8 min drive
Hotel Restaurante la Teja - 7 min drive
Restaurante del Arco - 9 min drive
Taberna de Maria - 9 min drive
Área Despeñaperros - 4 min drive
About this property
El Meson de Despeñaperros
Property highlights
You can look forward to a terrace, laundry facilities, and 2 bars at El Meson de Despeñaperros. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
Free self parking
Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a banquet hall
A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at El Meson de Despeñaperros feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
Bathrooms with bathtubs and free toiletries
Balconies, daily housekeeping, and desks
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Continental breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–10:30 AM: EUR 4.90 per person
1 restaurant
2 bars/lounges
Room service available
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Banquet hall
Front-desk safe
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Business services
Meeting room
Outdoors
Terrace
Spa
Massages
Accessibility
This property does not have elevators
More
Designated smoking areas
TV in lobby
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathroom
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Towels
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Outdoor space
Balcony
More
Desk
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between October 29 and December 2.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 4.90 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
El Meson Despeñaperros Hotel SANTA ELENA,
El Meson Despeñaperros Hotel
El Meson Despeñaperros SANTA ELENA,
El Meson Despeñaperros
El Meson De Despenaperros
El Meson de Despeñaperros Hotel
El Meson de Despeñaperros Santa Elena
El Meson de Despeñaperros Hotel Santa Elena
Frequently asked questions
Is El Meson de Despeñaperros pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at El Meson de Despeñaperros?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at El Meson de Despeñaperros?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at El Meson de Despeñaperros?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is El Meson de Despeñaperros located?
Situated in Santa Elena, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa Monument, Desfiladero de Despenaperros, and Delicias Plaza. Church of the Immaculate Conception and La Carolina Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).
El Meson de Despeñaperros Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
A very decent hotel. Better than 2• suggests. Large bathroom with corner bath. Restaurant has homemade local produce. Cheesecake (baked) up with the best. Staff very helpful.
Everything was beautiful super clean super friendly staff super quiet and a beautiful scenery took a walk through the olive Grove next to the campsite. Highly recommend it we even booked an extra night here on our way back through.
Mark
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
Kirsten
30 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Quaint Hotel with Rustic Charm
Quaint little hotel with very nice staff. Clean rooms and comfortable beds. Toilet kept running in our room overnight and the view from the window was just an adjacent rooftop. Breakfast was disappointing with only simple toast, muffin, and juice/tea/coffee. Excellent surrounding restaurants.
Kirsten
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dylan
22 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Dylan
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Francisco
Traveled with family
18 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The place is great, confortable and very clean. Because of its location, it is a little outdated but we were satisfied with the facility and service.
Lovely hotel fantastic decor.
Room was very large, super comfortable bed and a balcony with two chairs.
The bathroom was enormous with a balcony.
Staff was very friendly helpful and polite.
Dinner was good and interesting choice of meals.
The drinks were slightly expensive but considering the good price of the room with breakfast included and dinner
That’s was fine.
We will definitely stay here again and would recommend this lovely hotel.
We would rate it a 10/10 😀
Depressing Room, uncomfortable small bed. Only one light in room. No chairs. Filthy small balcony. Restaurant really overpriced very average food and wine.
A convenient stop-over between Bilbao and the Costa del Sol. Good, clean facilities; with a reasonable restaurant serving local dishes. Convenient parking (free).
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
8/10 Good
C
16 September 2018
Lovely location for a stopover
Brilliant location - restaurant, terrace and some rooms have a fantastic view over the Despenaperros valley. A good stop over for anyone driving between Madrid and Andaluia. And a good base for walking.
Good sized room and good Spanish breakfast. Friendly staff. Only disappointment is that the bar is a bit expensive and doesn't offer tapas and the range of food is limited. And St Elena offers few other watering holes,
We travelled outside the hunting season and found the stay excellent value. Might be more in demand during the hunting season.
Hotel and rooms very outdated,staff friendly but restaurant meals expensive and not good value
Verified traveler
8/10 Good
Alan
2 April 2018
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Not the best. But okay.
I liked the place. But it wasn't that special. But for the price it was good. We had been travelling through Spain from France and this was just an overnight stop. So it was okay for that. I won't be going back in a hurry though. The bathroom smelled awful. I think the bar prices and restaurant prices were expensive compared to the other hotels we have stayed in. The food. Well, it must of been us. Because it was packed with locals. We had the deer with freezing cold potato puree. The meat was just slightly warm. Maybe that is the way the locals like it. But it wasn't for us. The staff were very nice.
Wow we really enjoyed our stay here, great room and the views are amazing, lovely little town, very friendly and excellent value
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
10/10 Excellent
Andreas
16 April 2017
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Cheap hotel situated perfectly for a 1-night stay
We stopped here during our road trip from Barcelona to Motril in the south of Spain. It was perfectly located between Almagro and the Sierra de Cazorla.
We arrived late in the evening and the check-in was fast. The staff is friendly. The room included breakfast which we think makes this hotel good value for money.
The parking facilities are right in front of the hotel which makes this hotel great for a one-night stop.
nice, clean rooms and very hospitable staff. Would definitely stay here again. Perfect location off highway if needing a night's rest. Top of hill with views from restaurant.