Plaza Mayor

There are 34 rooms in two sections. Rooms in the original part all give onto the Plaza de Santa Cruz or a side street. Some in the newer part give onto inner courtyards, so are exceptionally quiet given this is right in the centre of town. Room 104 is a lovely large double on a corner with views of the square. The bedspread and curtains are in a red and black geometric print, and the desk by the window is a comfortable spot to work - with free WiFi too. The large marble bathroom only has a shower, but some rooms have bathtubs so request one when booking if you are partial to a soak. Room 111 is a quiet single and gives onto a courtyard. Room 305, which is a standard double with twin beds, a bathtub and more classic décor, gives onto the square.

If your budget can stretch to it, the Palomar suite is the one to go for. The huge space has a pitched roof with beams, a lovely terrace with loungers and views across the old town. The large bathroom – just with a shower - has orange mosaic tiles. It’s really romantic and special but much in demand and hard to get hold of.