Casa de los Azulejos

The original building dates back to the 17th century, and it has gone through many renovations since that time. With a distinctly Sevillan/Colonial style and ambience, it surrounds a central courtyard which is decorated with tiles, from the famous Mensaque Tile Factory in Seville, and wrought iron columns and marble floor. There are impressive hand-carved antique French windows and the majestic balustrade of the main staircase leads to a domed gallery on the second floor. There are eight rooms that look onto the central patio, which is full of light, greenery and flowers. The rooms are beautifully decorated with antique doors and windows, natural fabrics, authentic Cordoban furniture from cast iron and all have spacious modern bathrooms decorated in warm colours. The Azulejos Fusion Restaurant serves an interesting and unique cuisine from Andalusia and Latin America; seasonal produce, aromatic plants and herbs from the hotel's own market garden are used. There is also a Cantina in a perfectly preserved cellar with vaulted ceilings, which serves Mexican-style food. The Cantina is entered from the central courtyard by a small staircase, and is open Tuesday to Sundy for lunch and Thursday, Friday and Saturday for dinner (Live Mariachi band play on Saturday lunchtime). It is MUCH better not to have a car in Cordoba as parking in this area is very scarce. For 11 Euros the hotel can reserve a parking space in a hotel a few doors down.