Casa Rural Castillo de Cáceres

Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : A very imposing castle and a big room (superior) which was described as a suite, but it was just a big room. It was warm and comfortable enough but you wouldnt describe it as luxurious. It was a very interesting building though. We were not told about the grounds when we checked in, but before we left in the morning we had a wander around and it was well worth exploring.
  : After we booked we were told that we had to check in between 5pm and 7pm as the hotel doesnt have a 24 hour reception! That suited us but what would happen if we couldnt make that time? Breakfast was help yourself and not particularly good. We had to go downstairs into a kitchen to make a cup of tea. There were many options of wrapped cakes and bread, so if you have a sweet tooth you will be happy. There was not a member of staff in sight in the morning. We used this as a stopover when traveling back north to the Santander ferry. We dont regret booking here but wont repeat as weve experienced the building and can get the same level of comfort for less money elsewhere.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children
  : We are a family of four and a child and we booked the presidential suite and suite. Both rooms did not disappoint and was exactly as advertised. The staff and grounds are lovely. An ideal stay for couples or families with children. The property is not ideal for people with mobility issues as there are steps to get to the kitchen and dining areas. There are only 5 rooms in this 16th century castle and even with the rooms on the ground level there i still the odd step involved. The castle is operated as a guest house and not a full fledged hotel. As the name suggests the castle is in the rural area with no food options nearby hence the check in at 5pm. Do manage your expectations and pack your dinner and drinks for your stay or you will be living like a King but eating like a pauper, ( tap water was surprisingly undrinkable and cloudy ) and their breakfast options are pretty standard. There is a full kitchen upstairs you can use to reheat or cook in and two dining options further up that one can choose to dine in or you may choose to eat casually in the room. Do save an apple or two for Bethalai the black horse on the grounds. She will be so happy to see you!Overall if some improvements could be made in the comments below this would be a five star accommodation thou currently it warrants only a four. We would highly recommend the experience thou.
  : Checking hours are advertised from 5 - 7 pm and check out is 10am. While a check in at 5pm makes sense, a check out at 10am is way too early. Thankfully the housekeeper mentioned we could stay till 12pm.While the presidential suite was was impressive, the door lock and shower on/off tap should be improved with a lot less struggling. There is no bottled water in the rooms. Considering the tap water is undrinkable I would at least expect two glasses and a flask of filtered water for drinking. Breakfast was no surprise if the ratings were anything to go by. Breads etc left outside the night before was a good idea if one arrived hungry. Some cold meats/fruits in the fridge and some bottled juice options is all. Some effort here is welcome.

Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple

Very Good
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children
  : I like that its a real castle, its history and that it was converted into a rural house to stay. Also the check in person was great.
  : The breakfast, the location too far from places to eat especially if you dont have a car, but thats nothing to be done with that, not enough hot water in the shower.