Aracena Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Aracena
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Aracena, in the heart of the Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche Nature Park, has a whole host of attractions that make it the perfect destination whatever time of year.

If you’ve never been, we can help you get everything ready for your holiday to Aracena. In the province of Huelva, this town is ideal for trips in both winter and summer, with your family, as a couple or even with a group of friends. There’s a wide range of cultural options, as well as plenty of traditional cuisine, including world-famous Iberian pork products, made from semi-free range pigs raised in the vast forests of Holm oaks, cork oaks and chestnut trees in the area.

Once you’ve looked at the cheap trips to Aracena you’ll find on our website, we recommend you read up a little on the sights to be seen in the town. One of them is the fortress (built in the mid-13th century on previous Andalusí constructions) and the Iglesia prioral de Nuestra Señora del Mayor Dolor church, (from the 12th to the 15th century), which you’ll find at the top of the mountain that towers over the town.

You’ll definitely want to see the cabildo, a 15th-century building that has served as both a granary and a prison, and which is now home to the nature park’s visitors’ centre and the offices of the Spanish Environmental Agency. You won’t want to miss the beautifully unique popular architecture in the town either, which you can enjoy simply by taking a stroll through its quiet streets. Aracena also has other religious sites worthy of mention, such as the hermitage of San Pedro and the Iglesia de Santo Domingo church, typical of the Mudejar style the renaissance church Iglesia parroquial de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, and Convento de Jesús, María y José, a baroque-style convent.

The pièce de résistance, though, is sure to be Gruta de las Maravillas, the grottos in the heart of the town’s centre. It’s a real show of spectacular underground nature that all the family will love.

When preparing your trip, don’t forget to take a look at the fantastic package deals to Aracena you’ll find on our website.

Barcelo Aracena

Barcelo Aracena

4 out of 5
Crta. Sevilla-Lisboa (Nac. 433), Km 88, Aracena, Huelva
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹9,321 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹9,321
₹10,254 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Aracena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Marqués de Aracena Square and Museo ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (89 reviews)
"Fabulous quality rooms with magnificent views over Aracena, wonderful staff and service, very good breakfast, beautiful pool and bar. Only downside is no shuttle service to town. Impossible for older people to walk into Town . there are only 2 taxis in town who are difficult to book and finish at ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2025

Barcelo Aracena
 Hotel La Era de Aracena - Adults Only

Hotel La Era de Aracena - Adults Only

3 out of 5
Carretera Sevilla Portugal, Km 85, Aracena, Huelva
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Aracena. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Cave of Marvels and ...
7.6/10 Good! (104 reviews)
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"This place was absolutely gorgeous. One of the most beautiful locations I have ever been to. We are on a road trip, and sadly only stayed one night. We will return and spend much more time here. The place is charming. The people amazing! Very happy."

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

Hotel La Era de Aracena - Adults Only
Hotel Convento Aracena & Spa

Hotel Convento Aracena & Spa

4 out of 5
Calle Jesus y Maria, 19, Aracena, Huelva
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Aracena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Cave of Marvels and Priory ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (150 reviews)
"Nice hotel 5 mins from the town center kind and caring staff with good resto."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Hotel Convento Aracena & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Finca Los Caleros

Finca Los Caleros

3 out of 5
Carretera A476, km 17, El Madrono, Sevilla
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in El Madrono. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Pena de Hierro and La Reserva ...
"Location is excellent. Accommodation meets description, kitchen is fairly basic"

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2020

Finca Los Caleros
Hotel Apartamento Rural Finca La Media Legua

Hotel Apartamento Rural Finca La Media Legua

2 out of 5
Ctra. Sevilla-Lisboa (N- 433) km. 91.2, Los Marines, Huelva
Stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Los Marines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions La Gruta de las Maravillas and Museo ...
An OK stay
"An OK stay: no cooked to order breakfast (as stated in booking confirmation). Nice setting. Dreadful WiFi. Overpriced."

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2017

Hotel Apartamento Rural Finca La Media Legua
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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