Las Casas de la Judería is the kind of hotel that makes you feel you are staying in the old city rather than beside it. Rather than one building, it is a cluster of historic houses and small palaces linked by patios, passageways and gardens, with the quiet courtyards, fountains and arcades that Córdoba is famous for. It stands on Calle Tomás Conde in the Jewish quarter, close enough to the Alcázar of the Christian Monarchs that you can walk there in about two minutes, and the Mezquita is around five minutes away on foot. The hotel is rated four stars and has about sixty-four rooms, which keeps the atmosphere intimate. Rooms differ from one house to another, with some opening onto patios and others set around quiet passages, and the decoration blends traditional Andalusian touches with modern comforts such as air conditioning, heating and free wifi. There is an outdoor pool in a garden setting, a terrace and a cafe, and an attached winery that holds wine events and winery tours, a charming extra for anyone who enjoys the local Montilla-Moriles tradition. Breakfast is served as a buffet, and the staff are consistently praised for their helpfulness.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in the middle of the Jewish quarter, so everything you came to Córdoba to see is within a short stroll. The Alcázar is about two minutes away, the Mezquita and the Calleja de las Flores about five, and the Roman bridge about six. The Mudéjar chapel of San Bartolomé is practically next door. The lanes are narrow and cars are restricted, so arriving by taxi from the station is the easiest way, and the hotel can arrange a pick-up from the train station.
Rooms and facilities
Because the hotel is a collection of houses, every room has its own character, and the best advice is to ask for a patio or garden view when you book. The pool and garden are a real asset in the summer, when the old town heats up in the afternoon, and the terrace is a pleasant place for a drink at the end of the day.
There is a limited amount of parking, which should be reserved in advance, and pets are accepted under the hotel's conditions, which is unusual in historic hotels. The attached winery can be visited on a tour and hosts tastings on selected dates.
Who it suits
Couples, history lovers and anyone who wants to be at the heart of the old town without giving up comfort. It is a strong choice for a first visit because it places you within walking distance of the major sights, and for a longer stay because the gardens and courtyards give you somewhere to relax.
Good to know
Breakfast is charged separately unless included in your rate, and the narrow lanes mean luggage is best carried the final stretch. Book early for spring, when the patios are in bloom and the city is full.
Why stay here
- ✓Historic houses linked by patios
- ✓Outdoor pool in a garden
- ✓Terrace and cafe
- ✓Attached winery with tours and wine events
- ✓Buffet breakfast
- ✓Air conditioning and heating
- ✓Free wifi
- ✓Pet-friendly rooms
Good questions
Where is Las Casas de la Judería de Córdoba?+
It is on Calle Tomás Conde in the Jewish quarter, about two minutes on foot from the Alcázar and around five minutes from the Mezquita.
Does the hotel have a pool?+
Yes, there is an outdoor pool in the garden area, which is welcome in summer. Check the season when you book.
Is parking available?+
There is limited parking, and spaces should be reserved in advance. The old town's narrow lanes make arrival by taxi from the station the simplest option.
