The former capital of the kingdom of Castilla y León for over five centuries is now a modern city with medieval origins, world heritage architecture, inventive and renowned regional gastronomy, and a great offer of accommodation meant to make your visit a unique experience. Located in the Autonomous Community of Castilla and Leon, north of the Iberian Peninsula, is the city of Burgos. It is a historical place ready to take you to the medieval era and transport you back in time with its monumental buildings, multiple museums, medieval streets, folkloric events, and culture. The city offers plenty of accommodation that fits many needs and welcomes you to discover the best of the city.
Our recommendations on which areas to stay in
- This city is an excellent option for families to visit and have a great time together. We recommend areas close to Burgos Museum, at just a 7-minute walk from the Plaza Mayor of the city, and close to beautiful parks and one of the principal rivers of the city.
- If you’re looking for luxury accommodation, we recommend the areas close to the Burgos Cathedral. It is close to the historical center’s main attractions and has the best restaurants and activities.
- This city offers affordable accommodation if you want to keep it as cheap as possible. Make the most of your visit and move around quickly, close to Casa del Cordón Cultural Center on Santander Street.
These are our recommendations on accommodations in Burgos in 4 categories:
Family stay
Luxury accommodation
Budget stays
Hotels
The heart of medieval Spain. – What to know before visiting.
Whenever you think of medieval Europe, castles and fortifications come to mind. The city of Burgos offers a look at the past and proudly invites locals and visitors to discover its long history. There have been humans in the area for at least 800 000 years, yet the city was founded in the year 884. So the city has a shared history between the Celtics, Romans, Visigoths, and other groups that inhabited the area. During the middle ages, it became a fortified village; you can see this in the Castle of Burgos, located on the hill of San Miguel, or in Arco de Santa María, one of the former 12 gates to enter the city. Also, several religious buildings are essential to Burgos, such as Burgos Cathedral, a gothic church from 1221, or Cartuja de Miraflores, a former charterhouse from 1442 monument open to the public, located on the outskirts of the city and accessible by different means.
The city is also part of the Cantar del Mio Cid, one of the most famous epic poems of Spanish literature, and the city is an open museum of this literary classic. Visit Plaza Mío Cid, where you can see the monument to this historical figure, Solar del Cid, where the house of the Cid was, and visit the Glera del Arlanzón, where several parts of the poem take place. Stay in the city during Burgos Cidiano Festival. The town becomes a medieval scene through historical recreations, workshops, medieval markets, nighttime parades, guided tours, tournaments, conferences, music, theater for everyone who visits the city, and several activities, especially for families.
Travel back in time with your family.
Burgos is a great place to discover with your family. The city is a cultural spot in the region, with plenty of activities for the whole family. Make the most of your stay and choose the areas near Burgos Museum near the city’s heart.
- In the areas close to the museum, you will find supermarkets such as Alimerka or Mercado Sur de Abastos, where you can see various local products and fair prices. You will have pharmacies and health centers, such as Farmacia Torrijo Araoz in Calle Aranda de Duero and San Augustin Health Center in Calle Bonifacio Zamora de Usabel.
- Stay close to Calle Miranda to be close to several attractions of the city, such as the Burgos Museum, a fine art and archaeology museum where you can learn of the Roman past of the town, the paleolithic findings, and paintings of the region’s history. Or visit the Human Evolution Museum in Paseo Sierra de Atapuerca.
- Walk over the historical Santa María Bridge and enter the old medieval town of Burgos through the Arco de Santa María part of the ancient fortified city. There you can walk its medieval streets up to Plaza Mayor, the central plaza in the city, where the Burgos City Hall is.
- Enjoy the great food options in the area, such as Mar del Norte Restaurant in Calle de Santa Cruz, or tapas closer to the center, such as El Soportal in Calle Sombrerería.
Look for accommodation close to the Burgos Museum to enjoy the most of your family visit to this great city.
A luxury stays close to the cathedral.
The areas close to the Burgos Cathedral of the city will take you to another era. Enjoy the closeness to everything in the town. Visit the Castillo de Burgos, the historical remains of the fortification that looks at the whole city. Have a fantastic view of the region from the Lookout of Mirador del Castillo. Enjoy the gothic architecture of the Burgos Cathedral, and visit the Capilla del Condestable inside the cathedral.
You will be close to several historical landmarks close to Plaza Mayor. All of them at a walkable distance, such as Teatro Principal de Burgos at the end of Paseo Espolón, discover the XIII-Century San Esteban Church in Calle San Esteban, and visit Casa del Cordón, a former XV-Century palace and now Cultural Center on Santander Street.
Have the best local cuisine just a few steps away from your accommodation. Visit the traditional restaurant Mesón La Cueva and try Castilian cuisine in front of Plaza Santa María, or try Viva la Pepa at Paseo Espolón and enjoy the views of the green areas and the river of the city. Enjoy tapas and wine at Vermutería Victoria at Plaza Rey San Fernando.
Look for accommodation in areas close to the Burgos Cathedral and its surroundings to enjoy a luxury stay in Burgos.
Discover the city on a budget.
The whole city of Burgos offers plenty of affordable accommodation waiting for you. We recommend taking advantage of the great stay options near the center of the town, close to Casa del Cordón Cultural Center on Santander Street. From there, you can explore the city’s historical areas and be within a walkable distance of the significant attractions and great food options at a fair price.
