Montalvos Travel Guide
Salamanca
Popular places to visit
Plaza Mayor
Gaze up at the majestic walls enclosing the heart of one of Spain’s most lively plazas where cobblestone paths pass upscale boutiques and restaurants serving traditional tapas.
University of Salamanca
Marvel at the historic buildings and learn about the student culture in one of the oldest educational institutions in the world.
San Esteban Convent
Go on a self-guided tour of the church, chapels and cloister of this centuries-old convent. Admire gorgeous religious art and see where a saint confessed her sins.
New Cathedral of Salamanca
Explore one of Salamanca's two cathedrals, a monumental building that houses a rich collection of centuries-old religious paintings and carvings.
Old Cathedral of Salamanca
Admire many works of religious art and climb up a medieval tower when you visit the oldest Christian building in Salamanca.
Pontifical University of Salamanca
Take a tour of this private Roman Catholic educational institution and snap photos of the panoramic vista of the old town from the historic church bell tower.
Top hotels in Montalvos
Hotel Salamanca Montalvo
El cam bio Les ESTA perjudicando
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Eurostars Las Claras
Lovely hotel close to the town .Breakfast very good .Staff were excellent .Parking is via a car elevator ,so that was a new experience.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
Desayuno muy bueno
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hospes Palacio de San Esteban, Salamanca, a Member of Design Hotels
All Staff were amazing. Location in old city just a few minutes walk from universities, cathedrals, shops and restaurants. We spent a wonderful couple of nights culminating in the hotel restaurant Menu Degustation with wine pairing at a very reasonable price! Fabulous. Highly recommended all ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
NH Collection Salamanca Palacio de Castellanos
The staff is very helpful and friendly. The room was clean and spacious. The location was perfect.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Sercotel Puerta de la Catedral
Beautiful hotel in an amazing location.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Montalvos
Zurguén
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Zurguén and surrounding area, you can visit Roman Bridge and Salamanca Automobile History Museum.
San José
While San José may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Roman Bridge and Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum.
Vistahermosa
Vistahermosa is well liked for its historical sites. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Roman Bridge and Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum.
Fontana
While Fontana may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Esteban Convent and Las Duenas Convent.
Arrabal
Historical sites and restaurants are notable features of Arrabal. You might consider stopping by Roman Bridge while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Tenerías
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Tenerías. You might want to make time for a stop at Salamanca Automobile History Museum or Monumento al Lazarillo de Tormes.