hotels in Toledo - what do you recommend?

We’ve always had a rental car, so the hotels we’ve stayed at were not in the historic center and had parking.

On our last trip there we stayed at the Parador a couple miles outside of town. You are afforded a great view of the town, but need to have a vehicle or take a taxi to go into it. Of course, if you have the inclination, you could always walk. If it’s your first time visiting Toledo and you have limited time, it may not be the best option since you will want to explore the town.

On a couple trips we stayed at Hotel María Christina. It’s about a mile from the Bisagra Gate; a block or so from the bullring.

If you do have a vehicle there are a number of free parking lots, but they do fill up. Look them up before going over. On our last trip we parked in a lot behind the train station.

Thank you so much for the reply. My sister stayed at the Parador many years ago and loved it, but our time will be limited so we would prefer something closer to town. We were considering the Eugenia de Montijo. Anyone have experience with that hotel? We could also go to the Parador for dinner one night!

Hacienda del Cardenal is very nice, with a good restaurant and close to sights....

You don't have to go to the Parador for dinner....

I stayed at the Santa Isabel hotel in 2023. It was a few blocks away from the Cathedral and the main square. I am glad I took a taxi from the train station because the route we took was windy and steep. It would have been a tough walk from the train station, especially with luggage. The hotel had nice common areas and a rooftop deck where you can see most of the City and hear the church bells. The hotel and room ware older in style, but pleasant and clean. I enjoyed my stay there.

From our trip in 2024: Toledo: you gotta have a hotel with character on every trip and Posada de Manolo fits the bill. Taxi required from the train station unless you want a really good uphill hike with your bags. This hotel was literally right around the corner from the cathedral and the view from the breakfast room terrace was amazing (although breakfast was...not amazing, but adequate). Family-owned, each floor is themed after Jewish, Christian and Arabic communities and rooms are decorated according to different trades. Room was small, with a capsule-type shower, and door latch and lock was...rustic and finicky. But it was 106 euro/night, staff was great, so hard to complain. And there is a Cheese Museum and wine shop across the street! Staff spoke good English.