Valdepalacios Hotel Gourmand
Old-money Spanish country estate. Terracotta façade, cypress trees, a Moorish-influenced fountain in the courtyard, individually decorated rooms with bold fabrics and floral motifs. Quiet, discreet, more manor house than resort hotel.
Ask for an attic room for better views over the meadows and distant mountains
Why It Matters
One of the very few Relais & Châteaux properties near Madrid. The estate's own farm and kitchen garden supply the Michelin-starred restaurant Tierra. Activities range from military vehicle safaris to rowboat fishing on an on-site lake. The sheer scale — 600 hectares — is rare for a 27-room hotel.
A 19th-century manor house sitting on 600 hectares of dehesa — the classic Spanish oak-studded countryside — about 90 minutes southwest of Madrid. This is a proper country estate, not a hotel that just calls itself one. The rooms are spread between the original manor and garden outbuildings, each decorated differently, and the centrepiece is restaurant Tierra, which has held a Michelin star since 2014. The closest big city is Toledo, about an hour away. You come here to eat, walk, and slow down.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Deluxe Twin Room
Larger rooms in the manor house or garden, with more generous proportions and elevated finishes. Attic rooms at this level offer the best views over the palm trees, meadows, and distant mountains.
65 sqmJunior Suite
Spacious suite-style rooms with a separate sitting area. One guest noted a comfortable bed, jacuzzi tub, double sink, TV, and a distinct lounge zone. Décor remains classically Spanish with elegant furnishings.
75 sqmStandard Twin Room
Entry-level rooms in the main 19th-century manor house or garden outbuildings. Individually decorated with a mix of fabrics and floral motifs. Standard hotel amenities including minibar, plasma TV, safe, and hairdryer.
Suite
The hotel's top accommodation category. Generously proportioned and individually styled. Only two suites exist on the property, making advance booking essential. Full suite amenities including premium bedding, bathroom with jet tub, and estate views.
80 sqmSuperior Twin Room
A step up from standard, with more refined décor. Some superior rooms have private entrances off the courtyard with bolder striped fabrics; others in the manor feature canopied beds with floral curtains. Each is distinct.
50 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Row across the estate's lake at leisure. Fishing (tench fishing) is also possible from the boat.
Tiro al plato — clay pigeon shooting sessions organised on the estate.
Fishing on the estate's lake, including tench fishing from the rowboat.
On-site golf driving range plus a pitch and putt course within the estate grounds.
Hands-on cooking classes drawing on the estate's own produce and the culinary philosophy of the Tierra kitchen team.
Weekend wine and cheese tasting sessions led by hotel staff, focusing on regional Castilla–La Mancha producers.
Explore the estate on two wheels. Both standard and electric bikes available. The property's paths and countryside tracks are well-suited for cycling.
Self-guided walking across the 600-hectare estate. Bring your own sturdy shoes — the grounds are substantial. Guests have noted the estate is suitable for 6km+ runs or walks.
A more leisurely way to explore the grounds — a horse-drawn carriage ride with a picnic prepared by the kitchen.
Guided rides across the estate's meadows and through the oak woodland.
Guided tour of the 600-hectare estate by military vehicle or Jeep. The estate is home to fallow deer, stag, partridges, rabbits, and over 30,000 holm oaks. Long-serving estate guide Nano has worked the property for 50+ years.
Guided tour of the estate specifically designed for photography — capturing the local wildlife including deer, partridges, and the oak landscape.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Three meeting rooms with full audiovisual equipment, capacity up to 250 persons. Used for corporate events and private celebrations.
Complimentary WiFi throughout all public areas and guestrooms.
Babysitting available on request at additional cost.
Room service available to all guests.
Some rooms feature working fireplaces — particularly well-suited for winter stays.
Free on-site parking, no reservation required.
Set in front of the main manor house and surrounded by trees — reviewers compare it to a private villa pool. Seasonal: open approximately April to October.
Heated indoor pool within the Caroli spa area. Available year-round.
On-site gym within the spa complex.
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