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Posada de San José

2.0 star property
Mountain hostal in Cuenca with restaurant and bar/lounge

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In the heart of Old Town Cuenca, Rusticae Hotel Posada San José offers a warm welcome with its charming garden and relaxing outdoor pool access nearby. Enjoy lunch and dinner at the on-site restaurant, indulge in a good book from the library, or unwind with coffee at the cafe.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool access
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $105
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25

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Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Twin Room, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
C/ Julián Romero, 4, Cuenca, Castilla - La Mancha, 16001

What's nearby

  • Cuenca Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • San Pablo Footbridge - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hanging Houses of Cuenca - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Museum of Spanish Abstract Art - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Castile-La Mancha Science Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) - 107 min drive
  • Chillaron Station - 18 min drive
  • Cuenca (CEJ-Cuenca-Fernando Zobel Train Station) - 20 min drive
  • Cuenca Station - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Raff San Pedro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pícaro - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Las Tortugas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪el secreto de la catedral - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Parador de Cuenca - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Posada de San José

Enjoy your visit to Cuenca with a stay at Posada de San José. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 29 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free offsite parking within 1312 ft
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 8:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (538 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Golf driving range on site

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 20-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This café specializes in local cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 10 to February 10:
  • Dining venue(s)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

Cashless transactions are available.

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Also known as

Rusticae Hotel Posada San José

Rusticae Hotel Posada San José Cuenca

Rusticae Posada San José

Rusticae Posada San José Cuenca

Rusticae Posada Jose Cuenca

Rusticae Hotel Posada San José Hostal

Rusticae Hotel Posada San José Cuenca

Rusticae Hotel Posada San José Hostal Cuenca

Frequently asked questions

Does Posada de San José offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Posada de San José does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Posada de San José?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Posada de San José?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Posada de San José?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Posada de San José and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and ziplining. Enjoy amenities like a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Posada de San José?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local cuisine.

What's the area around Posada de San José like?

Posada de San José is located by the river in Old Town Cuenca, a short 1-minute walk from Serranía de Cuenca and 4 minutes' walk from Hanging Houses of Cuenca.

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Reviews

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9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious and good value. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was amazing, with two balconies with stunning views. The restaurant is fantastic, and the service is exceptional. If you're visiting Cuenca, stay here!
Peter, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The property was beautiful, the staff was friendly and kind, the location was perfect close to everything. Pleasure staying there.
Jessica, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very unique property with great location
David, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent views, excellent service!
Eva Maria, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

On a cliff, great views
Tao, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A place to stay in Cuenca

The location was great , close to every sightseeing in the area . Hotel was cozy and charming, great view for the room . Very clean and comfortable bed .
Terrace for the room
View from the terrace
Isella, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Charming, nice views

Charming older hotel in the steep streets of old town Cuenca. Beautiful views and nice proprietors. Breakfast was only “so so”. Good restaurant next door for lunch and a good restaurant up a steep hill for breakfast.
Cuenca gorge
Mo, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Charming Hotel

We chose this hotel due to its charm and it didn’t disappoint. Lovely room with an exquisite view. And the breakfast was delicious. Perfect place to stay in Cuenca!
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is located in the old town. It's a stunning 300 year old building. The view out our window was absolutely gorgeous. Very large room, great staff. Would absolutely stay there again
John, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice view

Convenient location. Spacious room and nice view.
Sandra, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice small hotel located in Cuenca's historic center just steps from the Cathedral. Great view of the mountains, the Parador and the canyon below. Enjoyed the room with old wooden beams and rustic look. The tasty onsite breakfast for a fee was a bonus since there aren't that many options nearby in winter.
Juan, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely loved staying at the Hotel Posada San Jose. The views of Cuenca from our room and from the dining room were priceless and so beautiful! The staff was warm and welcoming and very helpful. You step outside of the hotel and you are within walking distance of all of the lovely sites of the historic center of Cuenca. I loved the "old way" of leaving your big room key at the front desk.
Kristen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely night at this property. Our room was clean with a fantastic view. Staff were helpful
Bruce, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Lovely old place. Bit dated in parts but no issues. Great location.
Simon, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location in a beautiful, old building with so much character. My room was clean, comfortable, spacious and provided great views. The breakfast was good and good value. The staff was very friendly, even schedule a taxi for me to get back to train station. Would certainly stay here again if ever in this charming town
Lewis, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

This hotel is right on top of everything that a history buff would want to see in Cuenca. We looked out our window and we were on the hanging houses. The walkability is amazing. The staff are excellent.
Murray, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A great and historical hostel

A hostel with lots of ancient charm and a fantastic view. We got a great deal (799kr). The breakfast was very good for 10 euros. The only negatives were the lack of water in the morning due to a problem that day, and the very small TV.
Melanie, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Scenery was amazing, close to Castile and bus routes Very hard to find property Breakfast very nice no phone in room, no elevators and many steps Lots of restaurants nearby Minor problem resolved quickly Beds very hard and no pillow top quaint inn with excellent location
maria, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding views

Lovely old business. Helpful staff. Our room had a terrace with the most amazing views of the gorge. Lots of walking options and trails. Lot of bars and restaurants in the old town. It is steep so good exercise for the legs! Alternatively there is a bus and a tourist train from the cathedral square. Will def return.
Kerry, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great views

If you want amazing views this is the place to stay. We had a small balcony overlooking the gorge. Downside is there is no air con & it was very hot. They provided us with a fan when we requested one. We had dinner on both nights we stayed & the food is excellent. We had reserved a table for our first night when we booked this hotel so we had the best table on the terrace. Amazing views. If you want a terrace table reserve as the terrace is quite small. They gave us the same table the following evening. We had breakfast on the first morning which was not very good. No meat/cheese vegetable laid out. A girl eventually brought out some plates of cling film covered ham & cheese. Some hard boiled eggs that looked like they had been in the fridge for a few days. There were some pastries & fruit. We were the only people at breakfast
Pamela, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful historic hotel with amazing views (from room and restaurant) and fantastic restaurant. Staff were extremely nice and helpful. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Cuenca!
Thomas, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Huge room, fabulous bed and pillows. Staff is friendly and the old world style decor is lovely. The greatest surprise was the hotel restaurant. We had one of the best dinners that I’ve ever eaten in Europe over the past 40 years. Gourmet experiences with excellent ingredients, prepared perfectly and served graciously. I’d come back to this hotel just to eat dinner.
Marianne, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The hotel is in a great location and nice and quirky. However I thought our room was going to have a mountain room, but whilst clean and comfortable it felt more like a dungeon. Room 25, as we went to sleep there was fairly loud music outside and we had no view whatsoever. The room was dated and in need of a refurb. We ate in the restaurant and the view was great and staff great too. I’d stay again but request a different room.
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Loved my stay!
Lauren, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

We stayed for one night at Posada de San José while travelling through Spain and overall had a very enjoyable stay. The hotel is full of charm and character and feels perfectly suited to the historic surroundings of Cuenca. The location is excellent for exploring the old town, with restaurants, bars, viewpoints, and many of the main attractions all within easy walking distance. One of the highlights of our stay was having a room with a balcony overlooking the valley, bridge, and Parador, which gave the stay a really special atmosphere and fantastic views. The room itself was fairly basic but clean, comfortable, and perfectly adequate for a one-night stopover. The bedding was comfortable and the hotel overall felt relaxed and authentic rather than overly modern. There were a few signs of wear and tear in places which will likely need attention over time, but nothing that negatively affected our stay. Staff were friendly and welcoming throughout and check-in was simple and efficient. Like many historic hotels located in old town centres, access by car can feel a little tight and parking requires some planning, although this is part of staying somewhere with so much history and character rather than a criticism of the hotel itself. Overall, we felt the hotel offered very good value for money and was an excellent base for exploring Cuenca. We would happily recommend it to anyone looking for a more traditional and atmospheric experience rather than a modern chain hotel.
Max, 1-night trip