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El Meson de Despeñaperros

3.0 star property
Enjoy 2 bars/lounges at this 3-star Santa Elena hotel

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Photo gallery for El Meson de Despeñaperros

A table set for dining with a wine bottle, glasses, bread, and a view of mountains through large windows.
A stone pathway leading to a gated entrance with metal railings and street lamps.
A bed with a metal bucket containing a rose and a glass bottle.
A table with a tablecloth and two chairs on a balcony with a mountain view.
A bar with wooden walls, shelves of liquor bottles, and a coffee machine.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Avda. Andalucia, 91, Santa Elena, Jaén, 23213
  • Place, Desfiladero de Despenaperros
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa Monument
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, La Carolina Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A single bed with a wooden headboard, a patterned bedspread, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A bathtub with a towel, a showerhead, and a decorative tile border.

Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Triple Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Santa Elena

In Santa Elena .Stay at this Santa Elena hotel and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa Monument and Desfiladero de Despenaperros. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Delicias Plaza and Church of the Immaculate Conception.

What's nearby

  • Desfiladero de Despenaperros - 6 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa Monument - 7 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Delicias Plaza - 8 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • La Carolina Museum - 8 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Church of the Immaculate Conception - 8 min drive - 8.8 miles

Getting around

  • Almuradiel-Viso del Marqués Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Abades Puerta de Andalucía - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casa Pepe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Teja - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪BP - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Restaurante El Mesón Despeñaperros - ‬1 min walk

About this property

El Meson de Despeñaperros

Enjoy 2 bars/lounges at this 3-star Santa Elena hotel
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at El Meson de Despeñaperros. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Santa Elena hotel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
El Meson de Despeñaperros offers 20 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs.

This Santa Elena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 4.90 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 29 and December 2.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 4.90 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

El Meson Despeñaperros Hotel SANTA ELENA,
El Meson Despeñaperros Hotel
El Meson Despeñaperros SANTA ELENA,
El Meson Despeñaperros
El Meson De Despenaperros
El Meson de Despeñaperros Hotel
El Meson de Despeñaperros Santa Elena
El Meson de Despeñaperros Hotel Santa Elena

Frequently asked questions

Does El Meson de Despeñaperros have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at El Meson de Despeñaperros.

How much does it cost to stay at El Meson de Despeñaperros?

As of Jul 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Meson de Despeñaperros on Jul 26, 2026 start from $69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does El Meson de Despeñaperros offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at El Meson de Despeñaperros, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 4.90 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at El Meson de Despeñaperros?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at El Meson de Despeñaperros?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at El Meson de Despeñaperros?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does El Meson de Despeñaperros have a pool?

El Meson de Despeñaperros does not have a pool.

Does El Meson de Despeñaperros have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does El Meson de Despeñaperros have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is El Meson de Despeñaperros to downtown Santa Elena?

El Meson de Despeñaperros is 0.2 mi away from Santa Elena.

El Meson de Despeñaperros Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 113 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, and beautiful views of the mountains!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Functional room, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and easy parking. Nice restaurant and excellent staff hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stopover

Beautiful location… very comfortable and very friendly staff … food was amazing! Best cheesecake 😀
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded expectations. Room comfortably accommodated family with sleeping for 5, Comfy beds and pillows, impeccably clean room, staff turned heat on before we arrived so inviting temperature, great coffee and complimentary breakfast. This was a great find to break up our drive. Staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An easy to find hotel for a stop on a long journey. Good food and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was beautiful super clean super friendly staff super quiet and a beautiful scenery took a walk through the olive Grove next to the campsite. Highly recommend it we even booked an extra night here on our way back through.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jose Paulo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic restaurant

The restaurant of the hotel is fantastic. The menu specialises in hunting plates like deer and pheasant and the view from the terrace is breathtaking.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A nice small hotel. Beautiful view of the mountains. Breakfast is great!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at night and left the next morning but it was a place we wished we could have spent more time at.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The place is great, confortable and very clean. Because of its location, it is a little outdated but we were satisfied with the facility and service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Quaint Hotel with Rustic Charm

Quaint little hotel with very nice staff. Clean rooms and comfortable beds. Toilet kept running in our room overnight and the view from the window was just an adjacent rooftop. Breakfast was disappointing with only simple toast, muffin, and juice/tea/coffee. Excellent surrounding restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very decent hotel. Better than 2• suggests. Large bathroom with corner bath. Restaurant has homemade local produce. Cheesecake (baked) up with the best. Staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel fantastic decor. Room was very large, super comfortable bed and a balcony with two chairs. The bathroom was enormous with a balcony. Staff was very friendly helpful and polite. Dinner was good and interesting choice of meals. The drinks were slightly expensive but considering the good price of the room with breakfast included and dinner That’s was fine. We will definitely stay here again and would recommend this lovely hotel. We would rate it a 10/10 😀
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Petit dejeuner au top. Boisson mangue, cake, café, pain grillé avec huile et tomates excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Excellent rapport qualité prix

La chambre était très correcte, confortable et spacieuse Le petit-déjeuner vraiment bon
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Accueil avant tout

Ne cherchez pas l’hôtel de luxe avec tous les équipements à la mode mais ici vous trouverez l’ACCUEIL , Antonio nous a reçu comme si on était à la maison … vraiment merci pour cet accueil avec un grand A
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pieni, siisti hotelli

Rauhallinen, pieni ja siisti hotelli. Kapea parisänky, hyvä patja. Aidattu parkkipaikka järjestyi, kiitos. Aamupala niukka vain kahvia, paahtoleipää, mehua ja muffinit. Lemmikit sallittu mutta niistä veloitus 10 euroa. Hotels.com ilmoittaa väärin. Hotellin hinnastossa 5 euroa. Lappu ovessa 10 euroa. Lähellä moottoritietä, mutta äänet eivät kuulu hotelliin.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laure

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Merveilleux acceuil

Le proprietaire Antonio est très acceuillant et sympathique. Nous sommes arrivé le jour de la panne Générale d’electicité en Espagne. Impossible d’utilisé les cartes. Il a tout fait pour que notre sejour se passe a merveille.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel con salida rapida desde la A4. Muy cerca del museo de la batalla de las Navas de Tolosa. Tiene un restaurante con una carta no muy extensa pero de gran calidad aparte la zona de restaurante está renovada y es muy agradable. El desayuno está incluido pero es lo más pobre, sin zumo de naranja natural y las tostadas solo pate, aceite y azucar. Si quieres Jamon (No lo recomiendo) es con un plus. Personal muy atento y simpatico. Las habitaciones espaciosas y calefactadas. Para una noche en el camino muy contentos.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAVIER VALERA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo perfecto. Lo queríamos para hacer un descanso a mitad de viaje. La habitación familiar, bastante amplia, con 3 camas y más más una de matrimonio grandes
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Volvería a repetir. Todo excelente. Muchas gracias.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabel maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy limpio y cama cómoda
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

TRIEU DUNG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Séjour agréable dans un hôtel familial

Séjour très agréable dans cet hôtel familial situant à la sortie de l'autoroute. Chambre bien insonorisée malgré l'autoroute qui est à côté. Les parkings gratuits nombreux situant sur les côtés de la route de l'hôtel
Stayed 1 night in May 2023