San Rafael de la Albaida Travel Guide

Córdoba

San Rafael de la Albaida
San Rafael de la Albaida
San Rafael de la Albaida
San Rafael de la Albaida
San Rafael de la Albaida
Join local Córdobans in typical daily experiences in this mostly residential area that has been developed north of the city center.

The wedge-shaped neighborhood of San Rafael de la Albaida is primarily residential, a development on the northwestern outskirts of Córdoba in the El Tabrero district. Walk along the quiet streets to understand what daily life is like in this city of southern Spain.

As the area is primarily residential, don’t expect to find any hotels or large stores. Instead, a few shops, bars and restaurants are tucked into narrow spaces in long blocks of stuccoed buildings. Glance up at occasional flower boxes and balconies. Spend most of your time greeting local residents and practicing using your Spanish language skills.

From San Rafael de la Albaida, drive north just 30 minutes to reach the Sierra Moreno mountains. Stop at the visitor center of the Periurban Park of Los Villares de Córdoba, Here you’ll find a bird observation area, a signposted nature trail, a viewpoint, sports fields and a children’s play area. The site has extensive information about endangered species and protected spaces. Ask about the status of the Iberian lynx and visit the Center for Irrecoverable Species. For a novel experience, join a guided mushroom-picking tour.

Return to San Rafael de la Albaida and purchase supplies at the hypermarket just south of the neighborhood to prepare dinner at home. Recreate some of the favorite recipes of Córdoba including gazpacho, a cold tomato soup. Try making croquetasde setas(wild mushroom croquettes) from your mountain mushroom harvest or cook the delicious and somewhat more complicated ox-tail stew.

If you’re not interested in cooking dinner, walk around the neighborhood to enjoy tapas at one of the small local cafés or head south toward the city center where you’ll find restaurants of every variety.

San Rafael de la Albaida is about 2 miles (3 kilometers) northwest of the center of Córdoba. Walk or drive here or ride a bus to the hypermarket bordering the neighborhood.


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Top hotels in San Rafael de la Albaida

Hotel Córdoba Center
Hotel Córdoba Center
4 out of 5
Avenida de la Libertad, 4, Córdoba, Cordoba
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.999.746 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
Rp1.999.746
Rp2.199.625 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"Todo"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Hotel Córdoba Center
H10 Palacio Colomera
H10 Palacio Colomera
4 out of 5
Plaza de las Tendillas, 3, Córdoba
The price is Rp3.136.856 per night from 4 May to 5 May
Rp3.136.856
Rp3.450.542 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (782 reviews)
"It is the best in Cordoba, elegant, beautifull, total renovated, the personal are super nice. It is 5 starts"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

H10 Palacio Colomera
Eurostars Palace Hotel
Eurostars Palace Hotel
5 out of 5
Paseo de la Victoria, s/n, Córdoba, Cordoba
The price is Rp2.995.273 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
Rp2.995.273
Rp3.294.801 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room, good staff and service! Good location for dining and sightseeing. Breakfast is just fine."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025

Eurostars Palace Hotel
Hotel Córdoba Centro
Hotel Córdoba Centro
3 out of 5
Calle Jesús y María 8, Córdoba, Cordoba
The price is Rp2.237.880 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
Rp2.237.880
Rp2.461.668 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (595 reviews)
"A perfect location for a sightseeing trip to Cordoba. Small, friendly and great staff. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Hotel Córdoba Centro
Hotel Casa Museo de la Mezquita
Hotel Casa Museo de la Mezquita
2 out of 5
Plaza Santa Catalina, 1, Córdoba, Cordoba
The price is Rp1.486.564 per night from 18 May to 19 May
Rp1.486.564
Rp1.635.182 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (877 reviews)
"Great service, EVERYONE, front desk and others were VERY NICE, FRENDLY and helpful"

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025

Hotel Casa Museo de la Mezquita
Sercotel Córdoba Medina Azahara
Sercotel Córdoba Medina Azahara
3 out of 5
Avenida Medina Azahara 7, Córdoba, Cordoba
The price is Rp1.486.703 per night from 11 May to 12 May
Rp1.486.703
Rp1.635.374 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (777 reviews)
"Good location within a short walking distance of attractions. The breakfast was very good, the staff were helpful. The room was good but some noise from other guests was audible, but this did not impact our stay. It was a shame the rooftop swimming pool was not open when we visited. The temperature ..."

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2025

Sercotel Córdoba Medina Azahara
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around San Rafael de la Albaida

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Distrito Noroeste

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

Distrito Noroeste is well liked for many features, particularly its historical sites, bars and shopping. Though there may not be top sights in Distrito Noroeste, consider stopping by Cordoba Bull Ring or Los Moros de La Victoria, located nearby.

Distrito Noroeste
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Distrito Norte Sierra

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

The gardens, bars and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy about Distrito Norte Sierra. If you want to experience more of the area, check out Los Moros de La Victoria or Cristo de los Faroles.

Distrito Norte Sierra

Cercadilla-Medina Azahara

If you're spending some time in Cercadilla-Medina Azahara, Los Moros de La Victoria and Zona Vial Norte are top sights worth seeing.

Cercadilla-Medina Azahara
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El Brillante

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Get to know El Brillante by checking out its gardens, restaurants and historical sites. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Palacio de la Merced or Cristo de los Faroles during your time in the area.

El Brillante
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Ciudad Jardín

4/5(1 area review)

Historical sites and restaurants are notable features of Ciudad Jardín. You might consider stopping by Plaza de la Costa del Sol while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Ciudad Jardín
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Centro Comercial

If you're spending some time in Centro Comercial, Tendillas Plaza and Cordoba Grand Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Centro Comercial

San Rafael de la Albaida Travel Guide