La Casa Grande

We had a fabulous stay at La Casa Grande. The room was a highlight of our time in Arcos de la Frontera. It was beautifully decorated and our private double-decker balcony overlooking the valley was stunning. We got to see the full moon from our balcony as well as from the beautiful rooftop terrace. It was an exquisite view. Ellen greeted us on arrival and departure and was very friendly and welcoming. We had a delicious homemade breakfast that sent us on our way with a full tummy and a smile. She good!! Word of warning about getting there: Be sure to find out where the parking lot is at the bottom of town and find your way to that without driving through town. Avoid AT ALL COSTS driving to the front door of La Casa Grande as Google Maps will try to lead you to do. You want to avoid at all costs driving into town! The streets are just a couple of inches wider than the side mirrors and can be very uncomfortable to drive, if not impossible for anyone who is not a local. We would call them walking alleys, but they consider them streets for driving. When you see the sign that says, “do not enter unless you are a resident” (in Spanish), BELIEVE it and turn around!!

Very quiet old mansion turned hotel with stunning views near the top of Arcos. We were very comfortable in La Casa Grande. Our room was the Penultima Room with doors that opened to the edge of the cliff. With our chairs and table by the open doors we could watch the birds swoop past and enjoy the gorgeous valley below. Old Arcos has several wonderful look outs at various locations, every street is picturesque and there are some good restaurantes in the area. We really enjoyed our stay and the lovely Casa Grande Hotel will is filled with art and collected items that are lend a homey and welcoming quality to the the public spaces and the rooms. Breakfasts are served in the morning (not a buffet) and are very good. The hotel has a lovely roof deck to enjoy warm days and the view. We got incorrect instructions to get there from the bus station. We were told to walk up to a plaza to catch the bus and this wasn’t necessary as we realized afterwards that those local buses go to the regional bus station. It was a long and difficult walk up to the plaza then the mini bus driver said no, when I asked he went to the top of Arcos. I guess he didn’t understand but a woman waiting for the bus understood so she told us to stay with her. She also knew where we should get off the bus as well. The streets in Arcos can be extremely narrow and cars cannot go along all the streets so we still had about a 2-3 block walk from the plaza where we disembarked to La Casa Grande but it was mostly downhill. When we left Arcos we arranged for a taxi and the taxi picked us up at the same little plaza. We had some memorable meals in Arcos and enjoyed the history and and views. Arcos is an enchanting town but not suitable for anyone with mobility issues. Hilly is an understatement but it is absolutely delightful, very scenic, and the people were very kind and helpful.

La Casa Grande is a very nice choice with a lot of atmosphere. One feel stepping back in history and on teh same time very present. The rooms are god having comfortable beds. We also appreciated all candle lights when coming home after dinner. The breakfast have everything one can expect. Super, thank you to the staff at La Casa Grande.

My husband arranged our holiday and our stop in Arcos was lovely. We booked a suite because we wanted a double bed and all other rooms were booked out. So we had a little sitting room (only Spanish TV channels) with two twin beds not a sofa, but a table and chairs. The sitting room was on separate flight of steps with the bathroom in the middle and our bedroom the other side. The views from the terrace were lovely and this is a reasonably economical stay. This is not a hotel for those with any challenges in coping with stairs of steep inclines to get to the hotel. It has a sweet homely atmosphere as other reviewers have mentioned. Pluses: Lovely view, quiet place to stay in the centre of Arocs old town. Plenty of hot water. Points to note: No tea or coffee facilities in the room. Wifi in our room was pretty terrible. Breakfast is served in the sweet courtyard (enclosed) There is pretty much a pre-defined breakfast which includes, some plain yogurt, honey, some olive bread cakes, and some cold meats and cheeses are served. You had a choice of fried or scrambled eggs. We were served and then trying to see someone to order more hot water for tea etc was difficult as nobody came to the breakfast area for 30 mins after our meal was served. So just be aware to ask when you are served. There are plenty of little tapas bars or restaurants near by to enjoy.

Very unique place, if you manage to get there, location isn’t easy to find and can’t bring big heavy luggage unless you can carry through the streets and up the stairs. Owner and staff were super friendly. Room was quiet and nicely decorated. Breakfast was served to order and tasted delicious, the cost were added on to bill afterwards, wasn’t clearly disclosed on reservation.

Great place with a wonderful terrace with a view other the Valley. Arcos de la Frontera is one of the nicest places we have been through in Andalucia during our bicycle tour.