Posada Real Casa de Tepa

Set in the walled town of Astorga, Casa Tepa is next to the cathedral and Gaudí Palace. This restored 18th-century palace offers elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi and plasma-screen TVs.

Formerly home to the Earl of Tepa, Casa de Tepa’s most famous resident was Napoleon. The house has a large garden, a gallery and a spacious library with fireplace.

Each of the Casa Tepa’s rooms is unique. Some rooms have a private balcony, a patio or a lounge. All rooms include central heating and a private bathroom.

The Casa is set on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route, and next to the A6 and A71 Motorways. León is around 50 km away and Ponferrada is 60 km away. Staff can arrange hiking or horse riding trips.

Rooms: 10
Rate: 64.8 - 145.8 EUR

Housed in a stunning, historical palace, this hotel has been renovated while keeping the original charm of the property.

In addition to the facilities already mentioned, the Casa de Tepa has a 19th-century-style garden, a gallery, function and music rooms and a main lounge area, library, and dining room – all with charming fireplaces.

Staff at the hotel reception can book horse riding trips for you and help you plan walking excursions.

The hotel offers 10 rooms equipped with a plasma TV and a large lounge.

The hotel does not have a restaurant but does provide a breakfast service.

Lunches and evening meals can be arranged in advance.

Located right along the famous Camino de Santiago pilgrimage footpath close to the Roman baths, Casa Consistorio (town hall) and the cathedral.
An opportunity to see architecture from 2000 years ago in the city walls to the more modern with the Gaudi Palace.There are also Roman ruins and many museums such as the chocolate museum, cathedral museum and pilgrimage museum.

The Guadí Palace: built by the world renowned architect Gaudí the palace was originally the bishop’s residence. Now a diocesan museum dedicated to the villages and churches that were left abandoned.

Astorga Cathedral: referred to as ‘Apostólica’ as according to a letter dating back to the year 254 its historical roots closely linked with the apostles.

Casa Consistorial (town hall): with its amazing baroque architecture dating back to the 17th century.

Roman Ergastula: possibly used as a prison where slaves were crammed into during the Roman times. After being renovated this is now a curious Roman history museum.