Parador de Ayamonte

Spain – Andalusia – Huelva – Ayamonte

Set high on a hill above the seaside frontier town of Ayamonte, with magnificent views across the River Guadiana to Portugal and out towards the Atlantic, this spacious and airy modern hotel has everything you could need for a quiet, relaxing break – including an outdoor swimming pool, and, of course, the golden Andalusian sun. Nearby are facilities for golf, tennis, sailing, fishing, riding, hot-air ballooning and other activities, while the coastal area is particularly noted for its bird life. The town of Ayamonte has a well-preserved medieval quarter, and a ferry links Spain and Portugal across the River Guadiana, which is also spanned by a stunning new bridge. Andalusian specialities of the restaurant include shrimps from the Huelva coast, Arroz Caldoso (fish and rice in broth), and Coca Ayamontina (almond sponge cake).