27 matching hotels found in Toledo (Spain) - Page 1

Set on a hill above the Castilla-La Mancha plains of central Spain, Toledo is known as the city of three cultures, due to the medieval Arab, Jewish and Christian buildings in its old walled city. It is also renowned as being the home of the famous renaissance painter, El Greco and has been declared a World Heritage Site. The city boasts a thriving metal work industry, particularly around the production of traditional swords, whilst other craft industries such as glass and ceramics are prominent. Toledo is also conveniently located close to Spain's capital, Madrid, with the journey taking approx. one hour by car.

What sets a hotel in Toledo apart?

The Old Town in the city is home to an array of mosques, churches and synagogues, alongside well-kept palaces and fortresses, including the grandiose Alcázar of Toledo. From the top of here, you can take in stunning views of the River Tagus and the city’s surroundings. Toledo has several art galleries and museums, as well as excellent restaurants which are perfect for a casual business lunch or evening get-together. Restaurante Adolfo is a great upmarket option, where you can sample perdiz (partridge) within a charming medieval townhouse. Other gastronomic specialities of the region include migas, a dish made from breadcrumbs and pork.

What will a business traveller find in Toledo?

During a stay in a hotel in Toledo you can visit the Toledo Congress Centre, El Greco, which provides modern technological resources and with rooms of varying capacity available for meetings and conferences. The centre additionally offers simultaneous interpretation services, audiovisual material and secretarial services, as well as on-site parking. Madrid Barajas International Airport is the closest airport, situated 80.7 km from Toledo. There are excellent transport connections to it, including buses and the high-speed AVE train service.

What can sights can I access from my hotel in Toledo?

Toledo is home to a walled Old City, with striking monuments to the different cultures, including the Moorish Sol Gate and Bisagra Gate, built in the Mudéjar style. Plaza de Zocodover is a popular meeting place, and is surrounded by lively eateries and bars. The El Tránsito synagogue, with its Mudéjar ceiling, has been turned into the Sephardic Museum, displaying objects used in Jewish ceremonies. Completed in the 15th century and a jewel in the city's crown is the Gothic Cathedral, with two towers, one in Gothic style and the second in Gothic-Renaissance style. Enjoy your business trip