El Retiro del Obispo

Santa Engracia Kalea, 01300 Laguardia, Spain – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.8/10! <small>(score from <b>133</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.2
Scored 9.2
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Rated superb
133 reviews
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El Retiro del Obispo

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Set in Laguardia, 48 km from Fernando Buesa Arena and 17 km from Spanish Federation of Friends of the Camino de Santiago Associations, El Retiro del Obispo offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. This recently renovated country house is located 17 km from La Rioja Museum and 17 km from Co-Cathedral of Santa María de la Redonda. All rooms have a balcony with views of the city. The country house provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the country house, the units include bed linen and towels. Guests at the country house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Laguardia, like cycling. Logroño Town Hall is 18 km from El Retiro del Obispo, while Riojaforum Conference Centre is 19 km from the property. The nearest airport is Logroño–Agoncillo Airport, 35 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

FREE parking!

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 large double beds
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.8
High score for Laguardia
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  • Lee
    Spain Spain
    “Terri & Robert decorated the house with an amazing taste, the place impecably clean, and the bed very comfy. Specially Terri went above and beyond to make our stay a nice trip with all the reservations (I felt I knew her even before I arrived). ...”
  • Mikita
    Belarus Belarus
    “Really nice small hotel, literally everything is like 1-5 min walking distance as Laguardia is a tiny place by itself. Terri was very hospitable and pleasant to communicate with. Smooth check-in and check-out. Nothing to complain about.”
  • Leslie
    United States United States
    “Room was comfortable, large, and very clean. Location was close to everything in this very beautiful town.”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Terri and Robert

9.7
9.7
Host review score
Host review score
Terri and Robert
El Retiro del Obispo is a special Casa Rural or Country Home nestled in the medieval stone wall surrounding Laguardia, This historically protected space has been lovingly restored and furnished. The two meters deep stone walls in its master suites were constructed in the 12th century by order of the king of Navarra, Sancho VI as part of Laguardia’s defensive fortification that encircles the village. The property was historically under the ownership of the Catholic Church and served as the residence of the region’s bishop. More recently it was the home of one of Spain’s beloved media personalities. After a two year restoration, El Retiro del Obispo is now welcoming guests who wish to enjoy one of the most distinctive and iconic lodgings in all of the Rioja Álavesa. The 3rd and 4th floor suites allow pets with well behaved owners 🐾🐾
With its spacious elegant captivating bedroom lounge, private kitchen and available second bedroom, this floor is perfect for families or close friends to enjoy the comforts of home. The regal master suite beckons with an antique queen bed of mahogany and a soaring, carved headboard flanked by two heavy wrought iron sconces. Opposite is a stately carved antique desk and chair. Mahogany French doors are adorned by rich fabrics and a wrought iron center sconce. Step through them onto the individual balconies to take in the village and miles of scenic countryside below. Rumor has it that this is where the Bishop would quietly keep vigil over his subjects, with eyes that could look in opposite directions! The kitchen offers a full sized cooktop, dishwasher, undercounter refrigerator-freezer, microwave, toaster and a deep sink all set against hand decorated tiles. Ample cabinets are stocked with essentials, cookware, dishes and utensils.The suite is completed with a stone tiled bath featuring a large open shower, stone sink and vintage commode.
Languages spoken: English,Spanish

Property surroundings

Facilities of El Retiro del Obispo
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • City view
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Fan
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 17:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per stay
Cot upon request
€ 10 per stay
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per stay

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted El Retiro del Obispo accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 09:00.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that supplement for pets is 10 Euros per night. Please note that a maximum of 1 pet per room is allowed.

The 1st and 2nd Heaven Rooms don't allow pets

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about El Retiro del Obispo

  • Yes, El Retiro del Obispo is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • El Retiro del Obispo offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking

  • The prices at El Retiro del Obispo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at El Retiro del Obispo is from 17:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • El Retiro del Obispo is 50 yards from the centre of Laguardia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.