Staying in Spain

In Spain there are basically three category type of accommodations, hotels, pensiones and hostales.
Of course if you are looking for something more special there are also Royal Class accommodations, privately owned Palace Hotels and government owned Paradores.

The following is a description of each category.

Parador - This hotel type of acommodation is probably the best way to enjoy your stay in Spain specially if you are touring around with your own car or a rental. They are usually less expensive than most 4 star hotels, plus you get to sleep and enjoy the views of an attractive and historic site. Most are rated 3 nad 4 star ......for more information visit - www.parador.es

Hostal - These tend to be an upgrade from pensiones and usually family owned, some hostales are very nice and most have private baths and a few have air-conditioning. These type of establishments tend to have at least one english speaking person. for more information visit - www.hostels.com

Pensiones - Preferred by low budget travelers and students. Generally a basic room , no-air conditioning, shared or community bathroom, rooms are typically very small, may have a sink but not necessarily a towel only accept cash as payment. Most likely will not have any English speaking person.