Is breakfast included in the price? ＋
Yes, continental breakfast is included with every booking. It's served each morning by the stone fireplace in the main lounge.
Is there free parking at the hotel? ＋
Yes, we have ample private, free parking within the grounds. No need to book it in advance.
How far is the hotel from Madrid? ＋
The hotel is about 130 km from Madrid — roughly a 90-minute drive via the A-5 towards Badajoz, exit at Arenas de San Pedro. A perfect weekend escape from the capital.
When is the pool open? ＋
The outdoor pool is available during the summer season, generally from June to September, depending on the weather.
What is the minimum stay? ＋
The minimum stay is 2 nights. For one-night bookings, please contact us directly by phone or WhatsApp.
Are there hiking trails accessible from the hotel? ＋
Yes. The well-known Senda de los Pescadores trail (11 km, easy level) starts just a few metres from the hotel, following the Arenal river. At reception you'll find maps and route recommendations for every level.
What is the cancellation policy? ＋
A 30% deposit is paid when booking. More than 30 days ahead, full refund at no cost. Between 15 and 30 days, 30% of the total is retained but kept as credit for a future stay. Between 7 and 14 days, the full deposit is retained, also as credit for another stay. Less than 7 days or no-show, the deposit is retained with no credit. See full policy with an example →
Does the hotel have a pool in Arenas de San Pedro? ＋
Yes, Hotel El Marquesito has a private outdoor pool, open from June to September. It's one of the few hotels with its own pool in Arenas de San Pedro and the wider Sierra de Gredos area. Less than 2 km away are the famous natural pools of the Arenal river.
Is the hotel close to the natural pools of Gredos? ＋
Yes, the hotel is less than 2 km from the natural pools of the Arenal river, one of the most popular swimming spots in the Sierra de Gredos, in Arenas de San Pedro. There's also direct access from the grounds to the river for a swim in cold, crystal-clear mountain water.
Are there hotels with breakfast included in Arenas de San Pedro? ＋
Hotel El Marquesito includes continental breakfast in the price of every booking, at no extra cost. It's one of the few rural hotels in Arenas de San Pedro offering breakfast included every morning, served by the stone fireplace of the house.
Which hotels have free parking in Gredos? ＋
Hotel El Marquesito offers free parking within its own grounds, with ample private, secure spaces at no extra cost. Ideal if you're driving from Madrid (130 km, 90 minutes via the A-5) or from anywhere in Castile and León.
What is the best rural hotel in the Sierra de Gredos? ＋
Hotel Rural El Marquesito is considered one of the best places to stay in the Sierra de Gredos, with a rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on over 100 guest reviews. Located in Arenas de San Pedro (Ávila), it offers 6 unique rooms, an outdoor pool, breakfast included, free parking and direct access to the Arenal river and the natural pools of Gredos.
What rural getaway with a pool can I do near Madrid? ＋
Hotel El Marquesito is the closest rural getaway with a pool to Madrid in the Sierra de Gredos: just 130 km and 90 minutes via the A-5. A hotel with a private pool, breakfast included, free parking and charming rooms surrounded by nature. Perfect for a weekend in Arenas de San Pedro with kids, as a couple, or with a group.
Are there affordable hotels with a pool in the Sierra de Gredos? ＋
Hotel Rural El Marquesito offers excellent value in the Sierra de Gredos: private pool, continental breakfast included, free parking and 6 charming rooms from €100/night. Book directly on our website for the best price, without Booking.com or other intermediary commissions.
Which are the most charming hotels in the Sierra de Gredos? ＋
Hotel Rural El Marquesito is one of the most charming hotels in the Sierra de Gredos. Located in Arenas de San Pedro (Ávila), it's a restored rural house with 6 unique rooms, each decorated differently. Outdoor pool, garden, terrace, breakfast included and direct access to the Arenal river and the natural pools of Gredos.
Which hotel is good for a romantic getaway in the Sierra de Gredos? ＋
Hotel El Marquesito is the ideal place for a romantic getaway in the Sierra de Gredos. Charming rooms in a century-old stone house, a private pool, a peaceful garden, breakfast served by the fireplace and an unmatched natural setting in Arenas de San Pedro, just 130 km from Madrid. A perfect couple's escape surrounded by nature.
Does Hotel El Marquesito allow pets? ＋
Hotel Rural El Marquesito does not allow pets. The hotel is designed to offer a calm, well-kept environment for all guests. If you're looking for pet-friendly rural accommodation in the Sierra de Gredos, we recommend checking other options in the Arenas de San Pedro area.
What to do in Arenas de San Pedro in summer? ＋
In summer, Arenas de San Pedro is an exceptional destination: swimming in the natural pools of the Arenal river, hiking the Senda de los Pescadores (11 km), routes to the Garganta de los Infiernos, and visits to the Castillo de la Triste Condesa and the Palacio del Infante Don Luis, where Goya painted. Hotel El Marquesito is less than 2 km from the natural pools, the perfect base for all of it.
How much does it cost to stay at a rural hotel in the Sierra de Gredos? ＋
Prices at Hotel Rural El Marquesito in the Sierra de Gredos start from €100/night for a double room, with continental breakfast and free parking included. The price already covers all services with no hidden extra costs. The minimum stay is 2 nights. Book directly on our website for the best guaranteed price.
Is it easy to reach the hotel from Madrid by car? ＋
Yes, access from Madrid is very simple: take the A-5 motorway towards Badajoz to the Arenas de San Pedro exit (around km 156) — 130 km and about a 90-minute drive. You can also reach it from the city of Ávila in 45 minutes via the C-502. The hotel has free parking, so you won't have trouble finding a spot.
