Consuegra is one of the most beautiful villages in Spain and one with a rich historical heritage in the Castilla-La Mancha region. At the foot of the Cerro Calderico ridge in Toledo, Consuegra is a scenic village with an impressive medieval castle and twelve traditional windmills embellishing the natural landscape and remembering the iconic elements of the book Don Quixote de la Mancha. Enjoy the historical buildings from medieval times, unique churches with religious art, and excellent gastronomy, and be part of the Don Quixote Route around the historical sites of this book. Visit Consuegra and immerse yourself in the history of Spain in one of the most beautiful hidden gems of Toledo and bring to life the tales of Don Quixote in the perfect location to experience the most beloved character of the Spanish language literature.
Our recommendations on which areas to stay in
- Discover the heart of Consuegra, enjoy unique views of the traditional windmills of this village, and come upon the spots that are part of Don Quixote. We recommend staying in Calle Urda, where you can enjoy the historic center of Consuegra and be close to this town’s great attractions and amenities.
- Enjoy a stay near the park of Consuegra, and feel the tranquility of rural Spain with all the amenities you need for a solo trip, a couple’s holiday, or a family trip. We recommend the areas close to Calle Vertedera Alta, where you will be close to Parque Consanburo and Plaza de San Juan, and you will be able to explore the nearest sights and the nature of Consuegra and have a comfortable stay with everything you need at a short walking distance.
These are our recommendations on accommodations in Consuegra, Spain, in 3 categories:
- Discovering the town:
- Room with a view:
- Stays near the park:
The town of the most famous windmills in Spain – What to know before visiting.
Consuegra is located in the autonomous community of Castilla-La Mancha, a famous place for its rich history, delicious gastronomy, and picturesque natural settings that inspired Miguel de Cervantes to write his most famous work Don Quixote de la Mancha. The area has been inhabited since the VI century BCE by different groups of the Iberian Peninsula and later was conquested by the Romans, who developed the site as part of the Vía Laminium between the south and north of the peninsula.
Today there are not many Roman remnants in Consuegra, but many of the streets in town, such as Calle Circo Romano or Plaza Cónsules, and some places have some artifacts from the era, such as El Alfar Restaurant where you can enjoy a delicious traditional meal and see elements of Roman construction. Arthur, the Romans, the Visigoths, and the Muslims occupied the area; the last ones constructed one of the significant town’s icons, the X-century castle of Castillo de Consuegra, where you can enjoy guided tours, theatrical representations, and many cultural events throughout the year. Discover the history of the many invasions in this area and visit the walls of Muralla urbana de Consuegra or visit the windmills of Molinos de Viento de Consuegra, most of them from the XIX century with names referring to characters of the book Don Quixote, such as Molino Cardeno, Molino Quijote, and the XVI century windmill Molino Sancho.
Enjoy the best cultural spots during your stay in Consuegra, such as Don Quijote Theater, where you can discover a varied cultural agenda for all ages during the year, or keep learning about the city’s history by visiting the beautiful Plaza de España. This XVII-century plaza is located in the former area of the Roman Forum, and still to this day is the central meeting point in town, where you can enjoy the renaissance architecture from the Edificio los Corredores or the Torre del Reloj while being around restaurants, bars, and cafés. Or, enjoy in this area a visit to the Museo Municipal de Consuegra, where you can learn about the Neolithic era to the XIX century in a Mudejar-style building.
Visit Consuegra and discover the history of this rural part of Spain, enjoying the best views of historical spots in La Mancha.
Staying near the windmills and the center of the city.
Enjoy the center of Consuegra and discover the best views by staying near the historic center. Therefore, we recommend staying in Calle Urda, where you can enjoy the historic center of Consuegra and be close to this town’s great attractions and amenities.
You will be in a friendly and relaxed area within a short distance from Plaza de España. Located at a short 5-minute walk from your stay, this plaza is the social heart of the city, where you can enjoy eateries, and also the central meeting point of Consuegra.
You will see in this plaza the traditional architecture of the province of La Mancha. In addition, you will enjoy the sight of the emblematic buildings of the historic center of Consuera, like the town hall of Ayuntamiento de Consuegra and the Museo Municipal de Consuegra, both 400 m from your stay. Close to this area, you can visit the XIX century Iglesia del Cristo de la Veracruz in Calle Cristo and see a beautiful white marble church with a mix of elements of the Neoclassical and Baroque, 170 m from your accommodation.
From this area, you can enjoy unique views and excellent proximity to the town’s top sights, such as the Cerro Calderico. Molinos y Castillo de Consuegra, a complex of windmills, walls, and towers with scenic spots to enjoy a stunning view of the horizon. Visit the Castillo de Consuegra in Cerro Calderico and enjoy a guided tour around this X-century fortress, or experience a theatrical representation of the history of this spot, just an 18-minute walk from your accommodation, and see the Muralla urbana de Consuegra and discover this historical wall that once covered the village, 850 m from your stay.
Visit the twelve windmills that give identity to Consuegra in Molinos de Viento de Consuegra. On this hilltop road, you can discover the most breathtaking views of the city and lookouts you can visit, like Mirador del Molino, from where you can have an excellent town view accompanied by a traditional windmill 700 m from your lodging, or go to the Mirador de Consuegra, to enjoy a breathtaking postcard view of the region’s nature, the town with its windmills and castles, and the best spot to see the sunset.
Find all the amenities you need close to your accommodation in Calle Urda:
- There are pharmacies and health centers close to this area, such as J. Alberto Nieves Pharmacy in Calle del Carmen, 350 m from your accommodation, and the public medical center Servicio de Salud de Castilla la Mancha in Plaza San Juan, 400 m from your lodging.
- Visit the nearest grocery shops, such as Supermercados La Despensa in Calle Sertorio, 800 m from your place, or visit the Dia Supermarket in Calle Sertorio, 650 m from your stay.
Enjoy the restaurants near your accommodation, like traditional eatery Restaurante El Retorno Consuegra in Calle Reina María Cristina, where you can enjoy excellent traditional dishes in a laid-back environment,130 m from your stay, or enjoy delicious tapas at the highly rated Restaurante Tapería Gaudy in Calle Plus Ultra, 270 m from your accommodation.
Discover the heart of Consuegra, and enjoy unique views of the traditional windmills of this village by staying in Calle Urda.
Enjoying a stay near the park.
Relax during your visit to Consuegra and enjoy an area with parks, amenities, and proximity to everything. We recommend the areas close to Calle Vertedera Alta to explore the nearest sights and the nature of Consuegra and have a comfortable stay with everything you need at a short walking distance.
You will be in front of the Parque Consanburo and Plaza de San Juan, where you can enjoy a green urban space with walkable paths, fountains, and a playground for children, at a short walk from your stay. Here you can visit the XVI century Mudéjar-style church of Iglesia de San Juan in Plaza de San Juan to discover one of the city’s main churches, 110 m from your stay.
From here, you can quickly move around the city and visit the Plaza de España to enjoy the town life in this beautiful plaza, see the architecture of the Ayuntamiento de Consuegra, and visit the Museo Municipal de Consuegra to learn about the history of Consuegra, 300 m from your stay. Or, plan a visit to the Don Quijote Theater in Avenida Castilla la Mancha, 450 m from your lodging.
Close to your stay, you will find excellent restaurant options like the tapas bar Los Bartolos in Calle Vertedera Alta, where you can find fantastic food at great prices and just a few steps from your place, or try the best local dishes at El Calderico in Calle Don Gumersindo Díaz Cordovés, 400 m from your stay.
Enjoy a stay near the park of Consuegra, and feel the tranquility of rural Spain by staying close to Calle Vertedera Alta.
