Casa de los Azulejos is a small boutique hotel in a traditional Cordoban house, named for the glazed tiles, the azulejos, that decorate its walls and courtyard. It stands on Calle Fernando Colón in the centre of the old town, a short walk from the Plaza de la Corredera and the Plaza de las Tendillas, and about ten minutes on foot from the Mezquita. The location is the hotel's great strength: you are in a living neighbourhood of tapas bars, shops and squares, rather than in the busiest tourist lanes, and yet the main sights are an easy walk away. The house is arranged around its patio, and the rooms vary in size and style, from classic doubles to superior and deluxe rooms, with air conditioning, heating, minibars and televisions. The pool is a seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers, a rare luxury in a hotel of this scale, and there is a poolside bar, a terrace and a small cafe. A continental breakfast is included in the rate, which adds to the value, and the staff speak several languages and can help with tickets and tours. It is a modest two-star property in terms of class, but the character of the building and the setting make it feel more special than the label suggests.
Location and getting around
The Plaza de la Corredera is about two minutes away on foot, the Plaza de las Tendillas and the Plaza del Potro about three, the Calleja de las Flores about five and the Mezquita about ten. The Roman temple is within a fifteen-minute walk, and the church of San Pablo is nearby.
The train station is about twenty minutes on foot, or a short taxi ride, which is easy with luggage. The streets nearby are lively in the evening, so ask for a room away from the street if you are a light sleeper.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms are comfortable rather than lavish, with the tiles and the patio providing most of the atmosphere. The seasonal pool is the standout in the warmer months, and the terrace is a pleasant place for breakfast or an evening drink. Parking is limited and needs to be reserved, and a meeting room and luggage storage are available. Free wifi is available throughout.
Who it suits
Couples and independent travellers who want charm and a central position at a fair price, and families who appreciate a pool and a free breakfast. It also suits travellers who want to eat where locals eat, because the neighbourhood is full of traditional bars and restaurants. Good to know: the pool is only open in the warmer part of the year, so check the season, and book early for May, when the city is at its busiest. If you plan to drive, reserve parking before you arrive, as spaces are few.
Why stay here
- ✓Traditional tiled Cordoban house
- ✓Seasonal outdoor pool
- ✓Poolside bar
- ✓Terrace and cafe
- ✓Free continental breakfast
- ✓Air conditioning and heating
- ✓Free wifi
- ✓Luggage storage and tour assistance
Good questions
Where is Casa de los Azulejos?+
It is on Calle Fernando Colón in the old town, about two minutes from the Plaza de la Corredera and roughly ten minutes on foot from the Mezquita.
Is breakfast included?+
A continental breakfast is part of the offer. Check the details of your rate when you book.
Does the hotel have a pool?+
Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor pool with loungers and a poolside bar, so it is best in the warmer months.
