Hotel Castillo El Collado

Depending what you are looking for but it was a great place to stay in Laguardia … the castle is old but well preserved and the room was very roomy. Expect not too have all of the modern facility but this is what makes this hotel unique! Also, our host was Xavier and have looked after us for any needs and information you may need plus he is looking after breakfast in the morning which is a culinary experience ! The only challenge would be parking if you were coming by car as this hotel is part of the old town … brut there are public parking available within walking distance

Beautiful hotel with a stunning view from the top. The whole building has been furnished with such taste it is incredible, The host is an amazing man who couldn’t do any more to help us. We stayed in 9 different hotels during our travels and this was, by far, the standout.

We have been there for two nights. The first room (no 2) was big and beautiful - perfect for an old castle. The bathroom not up to date but everything clean and ok (we knew before due to the photos). We had very hot weather in August and the air condition was not able to cool the room down - so we did not sleep well. Next morning I told this the host (elderly man at the reception); he apologized and told us that we can change the room. We did this and although the room was smaller we were glad with the working air con and slept like babys. Why am rating with 5 points: the host (owner?) was so incredibly kind and hospitable that we didn‘t feel like being in a hotel rather than being his personal guest in a castle. After checking in he came to our room with two glasses of wine and water - awesome. It was a great experience for us to stay in this place. The location in the village is excellent. Maybe the nicest village in Rioja? Rooms were quiet.

On arrival we were told where we could park for free. Javier rushed out to help with our bags/suitcase. When shown to our room two glasses of wine arrived with nuts served by the owner Javier! The hotel although a castle has few rooms but quaintly old fashioned and in a terrific location. The owner has his restraunt underneath the hotel, food was good and considerably priced. The old medieval town is on the door step and the wine route. When staying in the hotel make the effort to go up the tower. Breakfast, a huge variety of things to eat, fruit, eggs, bread, meat, cheese, juice and T/C. the room was spotless, roomy and good quality linen. A fabulous stay, kind owner/staff. A total joy. Thank you Javier. DEFIANTLY worth more than the miserable 2 stars. My husband and I are well travelled from luxury hotels to bnb!

Excellent service and attention to detail. Amazing room with the most stunning views. Huge bathroom and lots of rustic charm. Allowed us to dine early and offered a very friendly welcome on arrival. Restaurant downstairs offered great tasting menu

A two century family owned castle/home that's now a hotel. Owner is the most friendliest person (gave all the wives in our group roses). Rooms are all quirky and different, but with some stunning views of the countryside. Go to the top of the tower to see 360 degree views as well as great sunrise. Below the castle is a bar/restaurant that is staffed by more friendly people

This was such a beautiful and unique hotel. Señor Javier, the innkeeper, was so nice and welcoming. He insisted on carrying my luggage up to the room. He informed me and my boyfriend of wineries to go to that were really nice. The room we had was so spacious and clean. The bed very comfortable. Because of the breeze outside, there was no need to turn on the a/c. Señor Javier and I believe her name was Estefania always brought a glass bottle of water to our room which was nice. The castle hotel had a beautiful view of the town from the castle tower. On the last day of our stay, while we waited for a taxi Señor Javier made us a cup of coffee and it was exquisite.

From the moment Javier greeted us, we felt like special guests. He did everything to make us feel at home. The room was very beautiful, comfortable, and clean, with a large bathroom and a spectacular view. Breakfast was plentiful and carefully laid out. We had a lovely dinner at the restaurant, and we looked forward to returning to our Laguardia home after a day of wine-tasting. Laguardia itself is so charming. I was sorry we hadn't planned on staying longer.

We stayed two days in the hotel Castillo El Collado in Laguardia, which is a small castle just at the city walls of Laguardia. The rooms we stayed in - Sancho Abarca - was furnished in an 19th century style, very nicely, also the bathroom with old tiles and facilities in the same style. The view was fantastic, and we slept very well and quietly. But what made the hotel special was the host, an older gentlemen, very friendly, helpful, agile, caring, who could not have been nicer! We felt so welcome and spoiled! After checking in, we got a welcome drink of Rioja wine, and he offered us to visit the castle tower to have a nice view of the area, and for breakfast the next morning our table was overfilled with small plates of fruit, cheese, ham, sweets etc - just very very nice. Unfortunately the breakfast room - which was very nice - is not used as restaurant anymore, and the restaurant downstairs underneath the castle was not convincing, neither from the quality of the food nor from the service. The hotel can not directly be accessed by car, but one can park around 100 m from it to unload the luggage, so no problem, and there is a small parking area nearby which can be used. Access is via a stone staircase, which may be difficult for disabled persons. If we would go a second time to Laguardia, we would for sure come back.