Hotel San Juan de los Reyes takes its name from the Franciscan monastery in the western part of Toledo old town, one of the most admired Gothic monuments in the city. The area around it is quieter than the streets near the cathedral and Zocodover, and it sits close to the Jewish Quarter, the synagogues of Santa Maria la Blanca and El Transito and the old bridge of San Martin. For visitors who prefer a calmer neighbourhood, a short walk to the main sights and a mid-range price, it is a sensible choice. The western lanes also offer good views over the Tagus and an easier route to the riverside paths.
Location and getting around. The western end of the old town is a gentler place to base yourself. From here you can walk to the monastery cloister, the synagogues and the El Greco museum in a few minutes, then continue east towards the cathedral and the Alcazar along streets that rise and fall with the hill. The walk to Zocodover and the main square is about fifteen to twenty minutes, and local buses connect the area with the train station. Taxis are plentiful, and the hotel can help arrange a pick-up for early trains.
Rooms and atmosphere. Mid-range hotels in the historic centre normally offer simple, comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, air conditioning and a breakfast service, and some have small terraces or views. Room sizes vary because of the old street plan, so check the category and floor when you book, and ask about the quietest rooms. Heating is useful in winter, and cooling in summer, so confirm what is provided.
Who it suits. This is a good option for couples and independent travellers who want a calm base, for history and architecture fans interested in the Jewish and Christian heritage of the city, and for walkers who want easy access to the riverside paths. Those who want the energy of Zocodover in the evening may prefer a hotel closer to the main square, and travellers with limited mobility should think carefully about the steep lanes.
Planning your stay. Begin with a walk through the western quarter in the morning light, visit the monastery and the synagogues, then climb towards the cathedral in the afternoon. Evenings are best spent on the river walk or at a viewpoint across the Tagus. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons, while summer calls for early starts and a long midday break. Book early for Easter and Corpus Christi, and check the cancellation terms and breakfast times when you book.
Why stay here
- ✓Western old town location
- ✓Near the Jewish Quarter
- ✓Walk to the synagogues
- ✓Quieter lanes
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms (check when you book)
- ✓Private bathrooms
- ✓Breakfast service
- ✓Front desk assistance
Good questions
Where is Hotel San Juan de los Reyes?+
It is in the western part of Toledo old town, near the Jewish Quarter, the synagogues and the monastery of the same name.
Is it close to the main square?+
Zocodover is roughly fifteen to twenty minutes on foot through hilly lanes. Taxis and buses are available.
Is it a quiet area?+
The western lanes are generally calmer than the streets near Zocodover, though noise varies. Ask for a quiet room when you book.
