This hotel is located in Mengibar town centre, close to the Arab Tower and the town hall and only 10 minutes from the capital of the province, Jaen, and the same distance from the second biggest town in the province, Linares. It enjoys a privileged location on the A44. Guests will find the Ruta de los Castillos just 2 km away and the Castillo de Santa Catalina and the Banos Arabes de Jaen (both 2.5 km), as well as the Catedral de Jaen (2.7 km), are nearby.
Renovated in 2008, this themed city hotel is housed in a 15th century building which has been declared a place of cultural interest by the Andalusian authorities. The building reflects the historical link between the Roman and Muslim cultures, and the hotel is the most prestigious in the region thanks to its monumental significance (it was also General Reding's headquarters at the beginning of and during the Battle of Bailen), but also due to its services. Facilities and services on offer to guests include the General Reding Restaurant, situated in the old stables a bar, a cafe, a garden and meeting rooms. Furthermore, this air-conditioned establishment offers a lobby area with a 24-hour reception, a hotel safe, a currency exchange facility, a cloakroom and lift access. This historical spa hotel also offers a games room, WLAN/Internet access (charges apply), room service and a laundry service (for an additional fee), as well as the latest in home automation devices. Guests may choose from a total of 56 rooms, 30 of which lie in the old Casa Palacio building and 26 in the extension. Parking is available for those arriving by car (charges apply).