Where to stay in Setenil de las Bodegas, Spain

City
Setenil de las Bodegas, Spain
Population
2,732
Country
Spain
Travel score
# 1 visited country in Europe
From Int. Airport
99,3 km
Taxi (Start + per km)
€ 3.50 + € 1.10
Quality of Life Index
Very High (172.54)
Cost of Living Index
Low (46.27)
Safety Index
High (64.74)
Health Care Index
High (78.02)
English Proficiency
Poor (25'th out of 33 in EU)
Income Level / month
€ 1,670.32
Tipping
5 - 10%
Power Outlet
Type F (230 V, 50 Hz)
Drinkable tap water
Yes
Meal, Inexp. Resta.
€ 12.00
3-Course Meal Mid-Range Resta.
€ 25.00
Beer (0,5 L)
€ 0.91
Milk (1 L)
€ 0.81
Water (1,5 L)
€ 0.64

One of the most picturesque towns of the Route of the White Towns in Andalusia is Setenil de las Bodega, a small town with a unique landscape and incomparable beauty in the Sierra de Cádiz. With its typical white houses built directly under a rock ledge, Setenil de las Bodegas offers a peculiar urban framework embedded in the Guadalporcún River canyon, with a relaxed environment, a lively plaza, charming streets, a historic castle, and great views of the landscape and the village. Discover Andalusia’s rural town, wander around its historic center and enjoy excellent restaurants in stunning scenery dug into the mountain. Visit Setenil de las Bodegas and discover its unique shape and spectacular views of this Andalusian town.

Our recommendations on which areas to stay in

  • Enjoy one of the most popular areas of Setenil de las Bodegas, and enjoy the excellent gastronomy of this Andalucian town. We recommend looking for accommodation close to Calle Cuevas del Sol, where you can enjoy wonderful sunlight during the daytime in a beautiful setting and a vibrant food scene in the heart of town.
  • Discover the main historic buildings in town while you relax and enjoy great views by staying close to Plaza de Andalucía. Here you will be close to unique spots to enjoy Setenil de las Bodegas and be close to all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay in this village.
  • Explore the natural side, discover archaeological sites and exciting places, and hike around Setenil de las Bodegas. We recommend looking for accommodation close to Calle Cádiz, an area to move quickly around the village with proximity to natural areas to enjoy the outdoors.

These are our recommendations on accommodations in Setenil de las Bodegas, Spain, in 4 categories:

  • Staying close to the most popular areas of Setenil de las Bodegas:
  • Accommodations in the historical areas:
  • Rooms with great views:
  • Stays to explore the natural beauties of Setenil de las Bodegas:

A town on the rocks. – What to know before visiting

On the Route of the White Towns of Andalusia, we can find unique spots of this beautiful region. Setenil de las Bodegas is one of the most exciting places to discover on this route; with its traditional Andalusian houses built into the stone of the mountain and its various scenic routes, Setenil de las Bodegas is an unmissable place worth visiting. 

Setenil de las Bodegas is located in an area with significant human settlements since the Neolithic era. During the Roman times, this area was close to the military settlement of Acinipo, a place you can visit in the Ruins of Acinipo, 8 km from the village, would be giving Setenil de las Bodegas a strategic position that would be used later by the Nasrid kingdom. The XII-century stone fortress of Castillo de Setenil de las Bodegas is one of the remnants of this era, marked by the many attempts by the Christians to take over the town. There is a theory that says that the name of the Setenil comes from seven attempts to conquest by the Christians, from the Latin septem nihil meaning seven times nothing. Once under Christian rule, Setenil flourished in its economy based on wine production, cattle raising, and fishing. Today the village remains a farming town and a tourist place to discover rural Spain and the medieval era and enjoy a gorgeous setting surrounded by mountains and nature.

Discover the many historical buildings of this town by visiting the Plaza de Andalucía, where you can see the old town hall of Antigua Casa Consistorial, now a tourism office, a Múdejar-style building from the XVI century, or visit the Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación with Múdejar elements combined with late-Gothic style from the XVII-century. Also, discover the Casa de la Damita de Setenil, a miniature archaeological museum where you can see a five-thousand-year-old venus found in the excavations of the village.

Enjoy the unique spots of Setenil de las Bodegas’ geography by visiting one of its most famous streets, the Calle Cuevas del Sol and Cuevas de la sombra. On these traditional streets, you can enjoy the charming houses built following the shape of the surrounding rocks, with restaurants, bars, cafes, and shops. 

Popular areas with great accommodations.

Experience the beautiful scenery of the Calle Cuevas del Sol, where you can stay underneath a rock formation on a mountain in one of the most impressive areas of Setenil de las Bodegas. Stay close to this area to enjoy the best restaurants and scenic spots.

Here you will be close to the traditional restaurant Lucia. Here you can enjoy salads, meat, and fish dishes with a view of the sunny side of this rock formation. In the same area, visit the tapas bar of Bar La Escueva, one of the favorites among locals and visitors; with an excellent menu, try the famous tomato and tuna salad, the stuffed flamenquin, or the torrija with foie and Iberian ham. Finally, the Bar Frasquito is one of the classic, affordable, and popular spots of Setenil to enjoy delicious tapas accompanied by a beer or a delicious glass of wine. 

Also, visit the street of Cuevas de la sombra, where you can try the restaurant La Braseria, a highly rated restaurant to enjoy excellent seafood and meats in a laid-back environment, just 90 m from your accommodation, or have an upscale dining experience by visiting the restaurant La Telera 1860, a place with traditional options with a modern twist, excellent service, and a beautiful terrace to enjoy the best views of the town, 130 m from your accommodation.

Enjoy one of the most popular areas of Setenil de las Bodegas, and enjoy the excellent gastronomy of this Andalucian town by staying close to Calle Cuevas del Sol.

Accommodations near the town’s attractions.

Find relaxation, great views, and proximity to historical spots in the heart of Setenil de las Bodegas. We recommend staying near Plaza de Andalucía, where you can find all the amenities you need for any trip in this beautiful town.

Come by Calle Villa and visit the Castillo de Setenil de las Bodegas and explore the history of Setenil on this XII-century fortress at a few steps from your accommodation, or take a photo in the scenic spot Bésame En Este Rincón surrounded by the beautiful Andalusian typical architecture, and enjoy views of the village and the natural areas from Mirador de La Villa the from a high point of view at a 2-minute walk from your accommodation.

Find all the amenities you need for a solo trip or a family stay in Setenil de las Bodegas:

Taste the local flavors by visiting the nearest restaurants to your stay, such as Restaurante Casa Palmero in Plaza de Andalucía, and try traditional meat dishes in this classic restaurant, open since 1974 and just a few meters from your stay, or visit Restaurante El Mirador in Calle Callejón to enjoy a great local menu accompanied by stunning views in one of the most scenic spots in town, 50 m from your stay. Also, you will be 400 m from Calle Cuevas del Sol, where you can enjoy many more food options and the best areas to experience the village’s landscape. 

Exploring the outdoors of Setenil de las Bodegas.

Explore the natural side and outdoors of Setenil de las Bodegas by looking for accommodation close to Calle Cádiz, an area to move quickly around the village with proximity to hiking areas and scenic spots. 

From this area, you will be close to many hiking routes to explore the stunning natural landscapes of Setenil, such as the medium difficulty route of  Ruta de “Los Bandoleros” starting at Calle Camino de los Montecillos, 750 m from your accommodation, or start the low difficulty route of Ruta de Los Molinos from Calle Cabrerizas, 700 m from your stay.

Visit the exciting spots outside Setenil de las Bodegas and discover historical sites and constructions. Go to the Ermita San Sebastián close to Calle Ventosilla Alta, and find the first Christian building of Setenil after the conquest by the Catholic Monarchs, 450 m from your lodging, or take a long walk and explore the Roman Ruins of Acinipo, and discover its Roma Theater, La Domus, and the Roman Baths, located 8 km from your stay.

These are our recommendations for a great visit to Setenil de las Bodegas.