The houses previously owned by indianos (Spaniards who made their fortunes in Latin America) that line the north of the Spanish Mainland are full of character. Crossing the threshold inspires you to find out more about the whirlwind lives led by these extravagant emigrants. The Quinta de Villanueva small charming hotel dates back to 1908, and is registered in Asturias as a building of Architectural Patrimony. This stunning house with its masonry structure, balconies, stone and wood enclosed viewing galleries and large garden stands atop a hillock half way between the Cuera mountain and the sea. This vantage point affords a view of the neighbouring peaks and the stunning Oscuro Valley spreading out serenely behind the hotel. The hotel retains the splendour of its era and an air of ancestry reigns in the mahogany entrance, magnificent stairway and the ceiling frescos. Its 19 bedrooms and communal rooms contain antique and colonial furniture combined with
modern tapestries, creating a warm feel. Access to the hotel is adapted for those with reduced mobility. Breakfast consists of homemade pastries, cold meats, cheeses and fresh orange juice, befitting the air of times gone by.
