Hotel Parador De Gijon

This Parador De Gijon is located in a one hundred year old mill in the Isabel la Catolica Park, which is one of the most beautiful spots of the town of Gijon. San Lorenzo beach is close and there are a number of attractions to visit in the town including Cimadevilla sailors' quarter, the Church of San Juan Bautista and the Museum and house of Jovellanos. Day trips can easily be made from here to the Picos de Europa Mountains, cathedral of Oviedo, sanctuary of Covadonga, wildlife reserve of Muniellos and the lakes of Enol and Ercina. The Parador de Gijon has retained the ancient water course and beautiful mill pond and has a very comfortable interior with a bar overlooking a small island full of birdlife.

The accommodation at this hotel comprises thirty four twin bedded rooms, five double bedded rooms and a single room. All come well equipped with a private bathroom, telephone, satellite television, safe, mini bar, heating and air conditioning. The At the Molino Viejo Restaurant at the Parador the most famous dishes are: "Fabada" which is a rich stew of beans and pork;"Caldereta de marisco" fish stew; "Chopa a la sidra" locally caught fish cooked in cider; "Merluza con cocochas" baked hake; "Pote Asturiano" vegetable and pork soup which may be served at the end of the meal unless requested at the beginning (also ask for it very hot). And do not forget to try the wines from the Galicia region with your meal including Ribeiros and Valdeorras