Monasterio de Santo Estevo, 32162 Santo Estevo de Rivas de Sil, Spain
Based on 126 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.3
Free Wifi
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 26, 2025
Coulter
United Kingdomexcellent in both ways
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 17, 2025
Martin
United KingdomWe felt that outside events, wedding, baptism lunch stretched the catering department adversely. (We stayed at a weekend). Having to reserve a time for dinner only to find that there were few other diners didn't improve the environment. Although the bathroom was a good size, the door to the shower (over the bath) made it very difficult to get in and out of the shower. .
The reception staff were very knowledgeable and efficient. There is nothing like a Parador, views , locations, and buildings. We enjoyed the music provided by the wedding party!
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 13, 2025
Karen
United KingdomNothing. Everything was to our liking.
Staff were excellent, especially in the restaurant. All staff were friendly and polite. Reception staff were welcoming and helpful, both on arrival and departure. Food in the restaurant was very good.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 13, 2025
Donald
United KingdomDriving was often difficult because of the narrow and winding roads.
Great location for walking and visiting monasteries and castles in the neighbourhood, but you need a car.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: August 28, 2025
Kathryn
AustraliaNil
The location was incredible. The history of the building was fascinating. Staying in such an amazing building was a privilege .
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 29, 2025
Helen
United KingdomStunning building and really well modernised. Stopped over on driving tour of Northern Spain.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 21, 2025
Siegfried
United StatesBeacause of remote location access was a bit difficult
Spectacular location overlooking river valley.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: July 9, 2025
Veronica
BrazilThe Restaurant Service was not so good.
Location and historic building well preserved
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 19, 2025
Diane
United Statesnothing.
Fabulous stay with beautiful grounds, great food and ideal location for hiking.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: June 16, 2025
Nigel
United KingdomA guy on reception who was more interested in texting on his phone than dealing with a customer. Which was a shame, as the rest of the staff were excellent.
An exceptionally fine building, blending old and new architecture, design and furnishings. Superb location, lovely restaurant and local walks. Our room was amazing.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 14, 2025
Gavin
United KingdomHave had better rates for similar paradors, but supply and demand I guess…
Very nice and interesting accommodation. As mentioned, lacking in outside space for relaxing - but that should be known beforehand. Plenty of safe parking for motorcycle.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 13, 2025
Rob
United KingdomThis is an exceptional hotel in a stunning building amidst a beautiful location. The staff were lovely and attentive and all services provided were top rate. The bedroom was spacious and high quality, and the breakfasts were fabulous, so too the evening meals. A great place to stay.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 11, 2025
Richard
United KingdomIt would be nice to have a kettle in the room
Wonderful location within peaceful countryside lovely restored Monastry Relaxing woodland walks Good restaurant food
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 11, 2025
Marina
NetherlandsBe aware that the access to the Monasterio is via a quite steep and narrow road.
Gorgeous and tranquil location on top of a mountain. Beautiful room in old building. Be sure to wander the monasterio and read the plaques for its history. And take a stroll through the woods surrounding the building.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: April 22, 2025
Isabel
SpainDinner start a bit late 8:30. I guess I also expected more of a wow factor as well on the menu.
The building is very beautiful. Location is really scenic and relaxing. Staff is friendly. Rooms are big. Breakfast is very good. Spa is also very nice.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 26, 2025
Gof
United KingdomPiped music in restaurant, breakfast room, etc could have been more appropriate. There are a lot of great Spanish musicians. 'World pop' seemed out of context.
Great room. Good food. Impressive building. Stunning location. Fine service.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: November 4, 2024
Kerri
IrelandBeautiful location and grounds. Sensitively transformed from historic monastery to Parador.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: September 27, 2024
Dorota
Polandwonderful, magic place
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 20, 2024
Roger
United KingdomFantastic historical place in splendid isolation
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 19, 2024
Paul
United KingdomCoffee and tea making facilities in the room would have been good.
Spectacular location with stunning views. Surrounded by beautiful countryside and wooded walks.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 11, 2024
Isabel
PortugalNo view as requested
Location Building
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 10, 2024
Elli
United StatesStrangely this hotel lacked 2 important and standard things: 1-no coffee maker in the room, like all hotels. 2-Windows with no screens. As someone who gets severe allergic reactions to mosquitos, we had to keep the windows closed even though the outside temperature was not too hot nor cold, which wasn't great since I'm not a huge fan of sleeping with the air conditioner.
Beatiful grounds, the rooms felt more spacious than in the photos and exceeded expectations.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: September 3, 2024
David
United KingdomRestaurant was average - we only ate there 1 night and chose to go elsewhere the other evenings
Amazing historic Parador (former monastery) in an incredible location towards top of the gorge. Spectacular
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: September 2, 2024
John
United KingdomStunning building and location, nice restaurant, great breakfast
Stayed in August 2024
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