Parador de Zafra - hotel in an 15th century castle in Zafra, Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain

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Parador de Zafra Plaza Corazón de María, 7 Zafra, 06300, Badajoz Extremadura Spain
	15th Century Castle The Hotel "Duque de Feria" in Zafra occupies a majestic castle which was begun in 1437 as the residence of the Dukes of Feria, one of Spain’s great families. The spectacular façade expresses the importance of this castle-palace, which is the ideal base for exploring the architectural heritage and the natural beauties of the area.

Nine towers with battlements stand guard over a regal, grandiose interior which conserves beautiful coffered ceilings, trunks, ironwork, balustrades and other decorative details from the former palace. The bedrooms, which still have their ducal coffered ceilings and decorative details, are lordly, elegant and spacious. The swimming pool and well-tended garden are also worth a mention.
	The taste of Extremadura The best local dishes are offered in the dining room of the Parador de Zafra, such as caldereta de cordero (lamb stew), migas extremeñas (breadcrumbs), bacalao monacal (cod), zorongollo (tomato salad), cheesecake from La Serena, Iberian pork loin with Ibores cheese, and, of course, ham.


Bedrooms Canal plus Double Rooms (double beds): 10 Minibar Places: 111 Rooms with Lounge Area: 2 Safety Deposit Box Single Rooms: 1 Telephone in bedrooms Television Twin Rooms: 38
	Unique Room: Sala Dorada (314) Located in the upper cloister. There is a magnificent completely original 16th-17th century coffered ceiling to the entry of the bedroom bordered by the coat of arms of the first Lords of Feria (15th century) and the first Dukes of Feria (17th century). These are signs from the glorious past of the city and the palace. Crossing the bathroom, guests get to a large private terrace overlooking the square with a large window, covered by one of the large grilles so typical of the time, sealed by hammer blows without riveting. The room has a 2x2 bed with carved wooden headboards and all usual features.

General Services:
Accessibility Facilities Air conditioned Animals non allowed Bar Canal plus Credit cards Currency exchange Distance to airport 54 Km Distance to station railroad 1 Km Double rooms 37 Double rooms (double bed) 7 Elevator Garden	Hall conferences Heating Minibar Restaurant Rooms with hall 1 Satellite dish Seats 90 Strong box Swimming pool of season (Consult dates) Telephone in rooms Television Area Monumental

	Local Festivals Carnaval February, Zafra Livestock fair 1st week of October, Zafra Ham fair, 1st week May Jeréz de los Caballeros, 40 km. Visits: Zafra. Santa Clara convent, Marqués de Solanda house-palace 'Ducado de Feria' Route: Feria (16 km), Salvatierra (27 km), Almendralejo (30 km) The Templars Route: Burguillo del Cerro (19 km), Jeréz de los Caballeros (38 km), Fregenal de la Sierra (61 km)
Activities: Hire of bicycles Horse riding Swimming Trekking