Looking for a quiet spot to relax and recharge? Castilla Termal Monasterio Valbuena, near Peñafiel, Spain, may be just the spot. This reconstructed monastery is located among the vineyards of Duero River.
You’ll find and indoor, heated pool on the lower level:
Very pleasant view from that pool. The outdoor pool its just beyond the glass.
All sorts of spa treatments are available, from massage to facial to aroma therapy. There are plenty of common areas for a cozy drink or a business meeting.
I’ll post about the rooms next. So check back soon.
Note the different colors due to the fact that the towers were built at different times. Inside, you’ll find some incredible artwork such as the tableau shown in the next photo.
I can look at these places again and again, appreciating the work it took to build them. Take your time, find a quiet spot, and just listen to the stones.
Enjoy every visit!
To the left, in back, you can see the square towers of the Astorga Cathedral. Going inside the Episcopal Palace you’ll find an array of magnificent stained glass windows such as these:
To put them in context, consider these windows in rooms such as this.
There is all the majesty of a cathedral, albeit on that smaller scale. Here’s another room, complete with altar.
And how about this for an office or meeting room:
And the view from the other side:
And here’s a view of the spacious bathroom:
Plenty of space with all the fine toiletries you would expect. Then there are the common areas:
There are several:
Plus, a charming staff, delicious breakfast? What more could you want. If you’re in the Astorga area, I can highly recommend this place.
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