Where to stay in Valladolid, Spain – What you need to know
Valladolid is only 50 minutes by train from Madrid and enjoys a privileged geographical location, in the central northern area of the Iberian Peninsula.
Valladolid is the capital of the homonymous province and of the autonomous community of Castilla y León. This city is located on a valley, on the banks of the Pisuerga River.
Getting to Valladolid is possible through the Valladolid-Villanubla airport, about 25 minutes from the downtown area. Similarly, you can access the city by car and the high-speed train service known as AVE.
Among the attractions of Valladolid, the Historical Centre stands out for its houses, palaces and buildings like the Cathedral, of Renaissance style, the School of St Gregory and the church of St Pablo.
Valladolid also stands out for its rich cultural life, especially during the International Film Week and the International Street Theatre and Arts Festival.
Because most of the city’s festivities are out in the open, the best times to travel to Valladolid are spring and autumn, when the weather is nice to move through the city.
The gastronomic offer of Valladolid is very varied, but its most famous dishes are roast lamb and suckling pig and Castilian soup, which is made with bread, garlic and ham.
When choosing the best areas to stay in Valladolid, the Historic Centre comes to mind since it has the main attractions of the city, as well as hotels and hostels for all tastes (See accommodation in Historic Centre).
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The Best Areas to Stay in Valladolid, Spain
1. Recommended Area: Historic Centre
The Historical Centre is one of the best places to stay in Valladolid to stroll through its main attractions, among its many streets and buildings representative of the past of the city.
Because the centre of Valladolid is, in fact, quite small, it is possible to get to know it on or by bicycle easily, without missing any of its tourist attractions.
The Plaza Mayor is the epicentre of the area and its surrounding shops, cafes and restaurants turn the Historic Centre of Valladolid into a charming neighbourhood. In addition, this square is considered one of the largest in Spain.
The Cathedral of Valladolid, located on Arribas Street, is one of the most outstanding buildings of the Historic Centre, thanks to its imposing Renaissance architecture.
Similarly, from the tower of the Cathedral of Valladolid, you can get spectacular views of the city and the Pisuerga river.
The Historical Centre is the best area to stay in Valladolid because of its variety of hotels with different costs, especially in the surroundings of the Plaza Mayor.
What makes this the best area to stay in Valladolid
- Best area for sightseeing
- Pedestrian-friendly
- Central location
- Cathedral of Valladolid
- Great restaurants
Hand-picked hotels in this area
Our Top PickHotel Amadeus enjoys a central location, 250 metres from the Plaza de España and the Cervantes house in Valladolid. It offers elegant rooms with air conditioning.
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Budget Option
Hostal Ramón y Cajal is located in the historic centre of Valladolid, opposite the University Hospital and 600 metres from the cathedral.
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Mid-Range Option
Hostal Mónaco is located in Valladolid, 700 metres from the Casa Museo de Zorrilla, it offers a terrace.
2. Near the Renfe station
Staying near the Valladolid Renfe Station is an excellent option for travellers who are making a train route through Spain, as it connects with Madrid, Salamanca, León, Santander, Barcelona, Zaragoza and Ávila.
In addition, the station receives the name of Campo Grande, thanks to the homonymous park that is in the area and is ideal for leisure, away from the hustle and bustle of the Historic Centre of Valladolid.
This station is close to attractions such as the Casa de Cervantes Museum and the Oriental Museum, to name but a few. Similarly, it is about a 15 minutes walk from the Historic Centre.
The surroundings of this train station are one of the best areas to stay in Valladolid if you are looking for tranquillity during your stay.
What makes this the best area to stay in Valladolid
- Great transport connections
- Peaceful area
- Campo Grande Park
Hand-picked hotels in this area
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Our Top Pick
Hotel Zentral Parque is very close to the old town, the Plaza Mayor and the Plaza de España, in Valladolid. It offers elegant and comfortable accommodation in the heart of Castilla.
3. Southwest of Valladolid (Near the Museum of Science and Parquesol)
The southwest of Valladolid, between Salamanca Avenue and the right bank of the Pisuerga River, also hosts a large part of the tourist attractions of the capital of Castilla y León.
In this area, highlights include the Science Museum, located in an interesting industrial building with a brick facade, and the Parquesol neighbourhood.
The Science Museum has a triangular waterfall fountain, a meteorological observatory and bronze sculptures of Albert Einstein and Pío del Río Hortega.
Bars, cafes, tea houses, restaurants and shopping centres are among the leisure options in the interesting southwest of Valladolid, where there are also high-end hotels that make the area one of the best places to stay in Valladolid.
What makes this the best area to stay in Valladolid
- Science Museum
- Luxury hotels
- Great food
Hand-picked hotels in this area
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Our Top Pick
Novotel Valladolid offers an outdoor pool with sun terrace, free Wi-Fi and private indoor and outdoor parking.
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