Lovely atmosphere, very child friendly We found the staff here so friendly and welcoming. The set menu of €31 was for 3 courses including a wide range of starters, main courses and desserts. Recommend the chorizo and bean stew starter and the chuleta (beef steak) main (supplement €8.25) which you cook yourself on a grill at your table. Kids options could have been wider as it was basically either burger or chicken breast, croqueta and potatoes. The restaurant had a lovely ambience and a pretty little garden out the back. They also sell wines and have info on wines of the area. Recommend as a welcome stop on a driving tour of the Rioja area.

We didn’t just come here for a meal—although the food was absolutely fantastic from start to finish—but I also happened to forget or lose my ring there. The staff took care of everything, contacted us afterward, and made sure I got my ring back. I’m truly happy and grateful for that. I think this place isn’t just outstanding, it’s also incredibly trustworthy and absolutely a spot I can wholeheartedly recommend.

We had lunch here on a Tuesday at about 1pm it was fairly quiet until about 2 and then the restaurant was busier. There are 2 options on the menu which are cost per head 36 euro or 41 euro. We had bread with pâté and tomato gazpacho this was so nice with 3 types of bread, beef croquettes as well as beef carpaccio with olive oil ice cream for starters, t bone steak which came with a coal cooker and beef cheeks for main, for dessert we were recommended what was like a bread pudding all of the food was delicious the beef carpaccio with olive oil ice-cream was out of this world delicious. The servings are large and could be shared if you are not that hungry. We just had one desert to share as well were so full. The staff were so welcoming and helpful did not speak much English but tried to help as much as they could, beautiful dining room looking out to the garden. Would recommend.

Great service and high quality of food. Nice area, amazing view. Choice un meals : food and beverage.

Nice place, nice first courses, but too much salt. Meat was the biggest disappointment, just impossible to eat.

We had the three course lunch. Food is just not very good flavours even though the produce is of good quality. Most things were just fatty and underflavoured. Service was friendly. Interior is old, cluttered and messy.

Delicious traditional lunch in a charming setting. The service was excellent and the local flavors truly stood out.

We did a tour here as part of a larger tour throughout La Rioja and had a wonderful time! In particular, I want to shout out our fantastic guide, Miguel, as well as Jordan, who helped us with additional wine tastings after the tour. Both were friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, and interacting with them made our day!

Lucy was extremely helpful and informative. An incredible experience!! A definite "Must do"!! Fannie gives it her 5 ROARS!!

If you like wine this place is a must to visit. Excellent atmosphere and proffessional workers who gave an interesting history lesson about this place, the town and ofcourse about wine. As I dont like wine normally I was very sceptical at first but I now understand that there is a big difference between different wine. The tunnels were amazing aswell!

We did the winery tour in English and the guide was great, very informative and kind. The facility itself is small but packed full of interesting history! As with most of Laguardia, there are tunnels below the building where they age the wine. We did our tasting in the tunnels, which was really fun. We had a 10 year old with us and she enjoyed the tour too!

We did a guided tour and wine tasting of the El Fabulista winery in Laguardia. Our guide was Antonio. He took us through the whole process of how the wines are made in this historic winery in the old town. He showed us all the caves and tunnels, explained the different types of wood barrels and what they are for, how the wines are bottled and tested for quality, and so much more. In the end we got to taste 4 wines in the beautiful cellar and had some Spanish cheese and chorizo to accompany the experience. We would highly recommend this tour with Antonio. Good value for money and a wonderful place to visit. We treated ourselves to 2 bottles from their shop in the end.

My husband and I absolutely loved this tour! We did about 3 wine tours around La Rioja and I think this one was my favorite one. Francesca the tour guide was just fabulous! Her vibrant energy just made the tour so enjoyable. This tour seemed more personal and I felt comfortable asking her all of my questions. I also enjoyed the wine and the tapas that came with the tasting. I loved that we were able to taste the wine underground in the caves. Book this tour you won’t regret it!

Excursión is interesting! But wine is very mediocre((( for Degustation young wine (4€ bottle). Crianza ok 👌 . Visit is 15€ per person. Don’t forget to take jacket 🧥 for wine cellar, very cold

Impressive 12th century Romanesque and later added Renaissance architecture. Beautifully preserved portico sculpture work telling the biblical story of Santa Maria's life. The lack of English language tour availability was a drawback, but they do have written English interpretive sheets. But the introductory light show & narration loses a lot when you can't understand the language. Ensure you inquire at the tourism office about times for the tour in your preferred language.

One of the best €5 ever spent for a church. The visual audio presentation of the portico is really really really good. Although it's only in Spanish but no need to worry, the lady could explain a bit after the session. No photos put here cuz must go and enjoy it personally. The ticket can be purchased at the Tourist office.

Guided visits at set times. Buy ticket at tourist information office.

The church is amazing but you have to go in certain time to join the tour and please be on time. Other hours it’s closed.

A very beautiful church. I think all churches should charge more for admission to better maintain them.

The construction of the church of Santa María de los Reyes, located in the North of Laguardia, began at the end of the 12th century in Romanesque style. However, the sanctuary was finished in the 15th century, which due to the restorations made from then on, explains its Gothic, Renaissance and even Baroque features. The polychrome portico is the sanctuary's most outstanding characteristic. Its construction, in carved stone, dates back to the 14th century but it was polychromed in the 17th century with details showing human forms mingled with vegetal motifs. The main altarpiece was made by Juan de Bascardó in the 17th century, in Renaissance style, but tending towards the Baroque.

Need to buy ticket for guided tour to be able to see it. They have no English language tour but they provided us with a printed copy of the explanation. Guide was very helpful. It takes your breathe away when the doors open

I'm sure it's great but on arrival they've moved to off season opening times which is difficult to Google maps. Looked interesting but won't have time to return on this trip.

It's a great place if you love history, you can watch a video that explains the site & history, it's free to enter.

The ruins are not amazing, but the small museum is extremely well presented and modern, easy to understand and interesting boards. Do not miss the two videos on the settlement, high quality animation and surprisingly violent with beheadings and kids getting killed! Not gratuitous violence, history is history.

Interesting to see the remains and understand the culture before 250bc. Seeing the roads was incredible.

Well cared for museum and ruins. They obviously take great pride in the place. I really enjoyed walking around the excavation site with the QR codes that tell you what you're looking at. The docent was very helpful and informative.

Very well done museum. They even have an English audio guide. Also nice for children.

Go there! Difficult to reach but worth the way. Small museum with lots of information & nicely done.

Lovely small bodega by the Ysios bodega parking. Ideal if you didn’t book to go in Ysios Very friendly and welcoming women at the bar. Happy to sell wines by the glass and as we just wanted to taste due to driving we were able to buy half glasses to taste. Thank you.

Beautiful winery with awesome views and excellent service staff. The interior of the tasting room is modern chic. Very cool! The staff are top notch. Super friendly and very patient and passionate with explaining the wines and recommendations. This winery is in a very strategic location that has amazing views of the mountains and the neighboring winery with a breathtaking architecture that is best admired from a distance. The wines, however, are good, but nothing to be wowed about. There are much better tasting wines in Rioja, so don't go crazy buying up a storm at this one. Definitely worth a visit for the experience.

One of the few bodegas in the area that were open on Sunday. Beautiful space with a great selection of wines as well as a nice Spanish vermouth and house made gin. Excellent service.

We walked into this small winery as the one next door was closed unexpectedly early. What a pleasant surprise! We had no reservation but Jorge was our server for the day and he was so kind and allowed us to try wine by the glass and even explained every bottle in detail. His English is great and was so welcoming to us and even other guests who visits. This was truly a great experience and I would definitely recommend for others to visit!

The best wine tasting tour we ever had up to now. The "bodega" is a mix of modernity and tradition, with some interesting art installation. Each wine is served in a specific room with its own theme. Great and entertaining explanations from our guide (he made the tour in English only for us). Finally, wines are very particular, as are the pintxos served together, very different from classical mix of ham and cheese.

Great location, selection and service. The atmosphere is great with a lovely outdoor area, the view is amazing and the friendly personal style to every client makes it so much more worth visiting than some of the pretentious tourist traps in the area.

Great atmosphere, a huge range of lovely wines and also gin and vermut. Fabulous staff..knowledgeable and super welcoming.

Fabulous Sunday lunch! on the lovely outdoor terrace. We ordered the set Menu, all dishes were really good. Very friendly and attentive staff

We absolutely loved the food at Biazteri. In our opinion, it was the most authentic restaurant we visited during our stay. The staff was amazing, we got excellent wine recommendations and the food was very good. We cancelled a reservation at a higher rated restaurant outside Laguardia to come back. Loved the beans with chorizo and the prawns but there was so much more to enjoy.

We ate here a number of times on previous visits to Laguardia (2016 and 2017!) - compared to then, the Menú seemed, at first, a little more expensive. If that was the case, the extra proved well worth it; for our €25 each we enjoyed a wonderful meal, with generous portions, making it a struggle to finish everything. It might be unfair to single out a single course - since every course was lovely - but it was the deserts that seemed to offer the marked improvement. The Lemon Sorbet (which, in this area, seems to be a “slushy” consistency, consumed through a straw) was wonderful, and a perfect way to round off a rich meal. Of course, the Menú price includes a nice wine (from the town, of course!), water and bread. Service was faultless, and for the first time we ate in the indoor restaurant room, which is a very attractive space.

Food 5/5 First glass of wine was reasonable However, considering this place is in the heart of the Rioja wine region, the 2nd red they served us tasted literally like vinegar. The owner / waiter seemed to have stuck a sticker on the bottle to make it look like it was a decent quality but it was aweful. We did not appreciate trying to be tricked with this aweful drink The owner seems to stand outside hawking for business which was mildly irritating.

The Pork Feather (Pluma Ibérica) was the best, most tender pork meat i have eaten in my life!

Excellent dinner at Biazteri in a beautiful setting, we sat on the terrace under the trees next to the church. Every dishes were good, from the beans & chorizo, the asparagus, and of course the meat, pluma & filet mignon we perfectly cooked. But we should not forget the wine, Laurent the owner is a wine aficionado and this is definitely one of the best place to experience local wines but not only. On top of that the prices are very fair. To sum up, don’t miss Biazteri while being in the Rioja region!

Disappointment. High quality chuletón that wasn’t cooked properly. Felt a bit overpriced and seemed like our waiter was used to trying to upsell tourists.

Refuse to response to any of my messages or phone calls despite having a valid booking. Sent me phishing links with threats asking for my credit card details despite having already paid with booking.com. booking.com told me not to click on the link

We booked this hotel ( mid August) based on the glowing reviews about the place, host, Xavier, and were really looking forward to the warm hospitality everyone raved about. Unfortunately, when we arrived, there was no Xavier to be found. Instead, we were greeted by a woman who felt more like a reluctant gatekeeper than a welcoming host. We rang the bell per the note on the desk, she came out to check us in but with no friendliness or warmth — no smile, no “welcome,” just a flat demeanor. I even tried making small talk about the weather (which was brutally hot at 95°F) to lighten the mood, but it went nowhere. It was a disappointing first impression, especially after a long journey in the heat. Everyone’s dealing with the weather, but a smile, a few kind words, or a bit of helpful guidance would have gone a long way. When I asked for restaurant recommendations, her first response was “We’re closed.” I clarified I was asking for recommendations, not a meal at the hotel, and she eventually said something like it is hard to give recommendation because it depends what people want. I think that was a weird response. I got the message that she didn't want to talk to us. When we checked out, she didn't even say goodbye not a word. Just grabbed a key that we put on a table and walk right back into the back of the building. She didn't even glance at me when I came up from downstairs. We like the location very much. The room was basic with old charm. The AC in our room was not working well. We just slept with no blanket because just the thought of trying to talk to her is daunting. The view is beautiful from the roof top. We just had to navigate the building, finding way up to the roof top on our own because no information or suggestion were given. I feel like we were there just to sleep. Unfortunately, she put us in the very lowest floor, I asked about other room. She said it's fully booked, but I barely see anyone there. The restaurant was closed. Oh well I'm glad we were there only one night, and will never go back there.

Our stay was incredibly lovely. It was an amazing experience to stay in the castle. Mr. Javier was very welcoming, generous and attentive. The rooms were beautiful, spacious and had very comfortable beds. Breakfast was delicious, as was the dinner we had in the restaurant downstairs. Mr. Javier took time to show us to the castle tower where there was an unbelievable overlook of LaGuardia and vineyards below. A true gentleman and host, he was also very patient and encouraging with me while I am practicing Spanish as a non-native speaker. Thank you for everything and an unforgettable stay! Highly recommend adding this stop to your itinerary!

Hotel is a historic castle with unbeatable view of the Rioja region. What made the real impression on the stay is the owner/ host and royalty himself Senior Javier. Not only were the room and bathroom amazing but the hospitality and attention to detail was impeccable by Javier. Starting from greeting at the door to help with the luggage, to breakfast fixed in the mornings and making sure we got taxis to wineries we wanted to visit. He is present every step of the way. Thank you Javier, you made our stay most memorable. Sincerely, Christina

Hotel Castillo is a beautiful and well maintained castle. The bedroom and bathroom were furnished impeccably and immaculate. Javier is a fabulous host and gentleman, who greeted us each morning with his lovely smile and a fantastic breakfast. Javier directed us to the top of the tower for a fabulous view if the area. A wonderful stay and highly recommended.

This is one of the best hotels I've ever stayed at. A very atmospheric old castle, every corner of which is made with attention and love. The owner is a very sensitive and kind person. The attention he gave us was extraordinary. I definitely want to return here for a longer stay. The very place where the hotel is located is also worth noting, especially for wine connoisseurs.

We absolutely loved our stay at the hotel and we were instantly met with Javier's kindness and eagerness to help us in any way he could, from carrying bags to preparing breakfast, he made us feel special every step of the way. He directed us to take our time and enjoy coffee at the top of the tower, where you can see the beauty of the town. It was such a special place to experience, and Javier's genuine kindness is worth the stay!

I went for a quick breakfast. Lots of local drivers were in the cafeteria/bar. I had a solid egg sandwich with chorizo and a coffee for 3 euros. Fast service. Cash only. There is a larger, nicer restaurant attached, but I did not go there.

A very good price for the set meal with a variety of choice of starter & main courses. The set also includes one set of a bottle of wine, water & bread for each 3 persons or less (even 1 person). Starters or main courses are in great disc and must get full. Only the entrance door is not significant with Spanish sign and may wrong direction to the bar at the right-side.

Excellent except for the coffee! Coffee is from the machine and it does not have a good taste. I don't like it! The rest of the meals and buffet is excellent

Served purpose perfectly as we wanted a quick breakfast. Great omelette rolls and coffee. Popular with workers.

The best food ever thank you 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻

Good caffe

Ok

We stopped by for lunch before visiting LaGuardia old town. Set course with 1 starter, 1 main and 1 dessert was tasty with pretty large portions. A very relaxing and enjoyable lunch experience.

Super delicious, meat was tender and tasty. Totally recommended. Variety menu.

Nice place just outside of Laguardia.... Very good menu del dia plus a large terrace to have a GT afterwards. Lovely views across to the mountains.

We are in Rioja for the weekend and my wife booked a table at this restaurant to try the tasting menu for lunch. We recognised it was good value for money and our expectations weren’t high. It was just convenient for us. I think it’s fair to say that the staff are great, and that the chief obviously tried hard with the food, couldn’t fault the presentation. However the fish wasn’t cooked well at all. My wife was having the pescatarian menu and was served cod twice (which we thought was a bit boring - but we didn’t complain). Once she enjoyed it but another time it was very dry and she didn’t eat it. The one time I was served cod it was still raw in the middle. Needless to say I left it. The octopus also needed further cooking as it was tough - not tender in the slightest. The starter and the chocolate desert were the highlights for sure. Just a shame about the main courses. I would say come here if you are on a budget and go for a la carte. I unfortunately can not recommend the tasting menu.

This restaurant is set in a beautiful location surrounded by mountains and vineyards. We stopped in for Monday lunch and enjoyed the set menu consisting of appetizer, main course and dessert with wine included for €11 per person. The appetizer of artichokes with ham was full of flavor, as was the paella. Please take note the servings are enormous. Grilled steak was perfectly cooked medium and the french fries were tasty. Hamburger, Milanese, and ham steak all uniformly delicious. The service was pleasant and prompt. Wait staff were very understanding with regard to our broken Spanish. The restrooms are also clean and well outfitted with plenty of toilet paper. Nothing at all wrong with this place; you will surely enjoy.

Very nice place especially after visiting many "bodegas". The quality and service is excellent! The staff is very professional and make you feel cosy and comfortable in restaurant while ordering and eating the meals! The price of menu del dia is 15eur which is great! Quality of food excellent!

Great place as always.

We had a lovely stay here while attending a wedding on site. Not sure why Google has it as a one-star hotel... The hotel is well appointed. Rooms are a bit dated as previous reviewers have said, but the views are sensational, the bathroom is spacious and the cleaning is done thoroughly every day. Breakfast is pretty substantial for Europe and I especially enjoyed the scrambled eggs. The coffee is good too. The staff is helpful. Such a stunning part of the world. Would definitely stay here again if in the area. Loved proximity to cute Laguardia too!

We did the family harvest, picked the grapes, crushed them and then tasted 3 wines. The tour was in Spanish but we only spoke English. The tour guide was very accommodating and did her best to tell us as much as she could in English. We were grateful and would have still liked the tour even if there wasn’t any English translation. I would recommend even if you only spoke English

Disgusting restaurant. Egregious wine. Atrocious and contemptuous service at the reception. Weird and amateurish service at the disgusting restaurant. Do not go to this hotel and its terrible (alleged) winery. Appalling experience.

I booked Hotel Eguren Ugarte expecting a relaxing experience, but it turned into a stressful stay. I was given a smoking room, despite having asthma and clearly explaining my condition to the staff. They did not offer any resolution. Only when my husband noticed other available rooms did they say we could switch—but only if we paid extra. In the end, we had no choice but to pay for an upgrade just so I could stay without risking an emergency room visit. The front desk personnel were unhelpful and dismissive, and the manager was unavailable to speak with us for the entire 24 hours of our stay. For a property of this level, this level of customer service is beyond unacceptable. The vineyard and the property itself are beautiful, and their Grande Reserve wine (not the regular Reserve) is nice. But customer service is beyond bad. I would not recommend staying here.

Very pretty hotel with wonderful views and grounds. I highly recommend the tour of the caves, that came as a real surprise to us. All the wines at the hotel are very affordable and very tasty. The rooms are ok, we found them to be a bit noisy, but all have great views. There are many grounds to explore and you are free to wander the vineyards; Laguardia and other vineyards are within an enjoyable walking distance. It would have been good if we could have hired bikes to explore more. The evening food is okay, which is from a changing set menu; we had spent the week in San Sebastian before visiting here and were used to very high standards. The hotel doesn't necessarily have its own bar (there is one at the main restaurant/ tour area) but if you ask at the hotel reception for a drink they will let you sit in the lounge area and enjoy the views.

Beautiful hotel set in a vineyard. The location is remote, however situated not far from the beautiful town of laguardia. The hotel is stylish, with rooms with a view over the beautiful vineyard. The tours of the winery are brilliant and it's wonderful to learn about how the wine is made and how the family have built the brand. Dinner in the restaurant was very nice, with the menu changing daily and wines to compliment. The wine it's self is the star of the show, which you can really feel throughout the hotel and grounds. A couple of small things to make this pure perfection, the rooms are starting to look a little tired, pillows really need replacing, staffing for breakfast and dinner could do with maybe an extra person. They clearly worked hard but you could see it was a strain on their own and lastly no bar in the hotel to take in the view. Which is a real shame as clearly you have the most amazing wine 🍷 Otherwise it is amazing and we would love to return.

I don't know how this is classified as a 1 star hotel - it is 10 stars in my book. The views are stunning, you won't want to leave. Food was as good as the views, surpassed only by the wine (every single one from their label, as was the olive oil). Tour was lots of fun - more about the family than about the process. Great choice of wines for the tasting

(Translated by Google) Curious visit. Marta welcomes us and gives us a very respectable wine with which we begin a walk, glass in hand, through a "place" related to wine, literature and art, very unique. Little to say about harvests, destemmers or fermentations, that's what others are already talking about. Here they talk to us about wine as a crucial element in culture and society. We tried some more wines, good ones by the way, and that was the experience. Our cicerone, Marta, knowledgeable, fresh and very pleasant. (Original) Visita curiosa. Nos recibe Marta y nos pone un vinito muy respetable con el que comenzamos un paseo, copa en mano, por un "lugar" relacionado con el vino, la literatura y el arte, muy singular. Poco que decir sobre vendimias, despalilladoras o fermentaciones, de eso ya hablan los demás. Aquí nos hablan del vino como elemento crucial en la cultura y la sociedad. Probamos algún vino más, buenos por cierto y esa fue la experiencia. Nuestra cicerone, Marta, conocedora, fresca y muy agradable.

(Translated by Google) An hour-and-a-half-long explanation and tour of the wineries. We sampled three red wines, accompanied by good chorizo ​​and pieces of bread. The wines were good, like all those from La Rioja. At least for us, since we don't understand much about the subject. It went by quickly and was fun. Marta treated us very well, very clear in everything she explained. The explanatory panels were helpful; visuals were always more engaging and better. Thank you for the kind service and for making us feel like we were on the couch at home. (Original) Explicación y ruta de la bodegas de hora y media de duración. A probar tres vinos tintos acompañados de un buen chorizo y trozitos de pan. Los vinos buenos, como todos los de la Rioja. Almenos para nosotros que no entendemos mucho del tema. Se pasa rápido y divertido. Marta nos ha tratado muy bien, muy clara en todo lo que nos explica. Los paneles explicativos ayudan, siempre lo visual atrae más y mejor. Gracias por el buen trato y por a ver aconseguido que estubieramos como el sofá de casa.

(Translated by Google) Excellent guided tour of a facility that is a work of art in itself. The photos say it all. And the snack menus are a delight. (Original) Excelente visita guiada en unas instalaciones que son una obra de arte en sí. Las fotos lo dicen todo. Y las cartas con el picoteo, una delicia.

(Translated by Google) Great winery, very interesting and different from the rest. The guide on the visit was very good. Winery that will surprise you by looking like a living room, that makes you want to pick up a book, a wine 🍷 and sit down... Don't let the outside fool you, inside it is a treasure. The Reserva, very good wine 🍷.Quality (Original) Estupenda bodega ,muy interesante y diferente al resto. La guía en la visita muy buena. Bodega que te sorprenderá por parecer un salón de estar, que te entra ganas de coger un libro,un vino 🍷 y sentarte..Que no te engañe por fuera ,por dentro es un tesoro. El Reserva, muy buen vino 🍷.Calidad

(Translated by Google) I'm from Barcelona and have been a member of the brotherhood for between 10 and 15 years. I used to go every year on a multi-day tour and take advantage of the opportunity to visit the winery with Marta, a great professional, and then stay for dinner. The cook they've had for many years, a great person and no less professional, no longer works for them, according to what I've been told. I have no proof, but I also have no doubts as to why he no longer works for them. This past summer, I haven't been back. It was the summer before when, after the wonderful visit with Marta as always, upon entering the dining room, we noticed the usual cook was gone, and in his place was a team made up of several young people who were willing, but inexperienced and unable to properly serve the entire dining room. The lamb ribs they serve every year, which I must say are of quality, were ruined by cooking them raw on one side and charcoal on the other. He who wants everything loses everything. A big hug, Marta, from Montse and me, and also for the chef if you have the pleasure of continuing to work with him. (Original) Soy de Barcelona y cofrade desde hace entre 10 y 15 años, solía ir cada año haciendo una ruta de varios días y aprovechar para hacer la visita a la bodega con Marta, una gran profesional , y ya me quedaba a cenar. El cocinero que han tenido bastantes años, una gran persona y no menos profesional ya no trabaja con ellos según me informaron , no tengo pruebas pero tampoco dudas, del porqué ya no trabaja para ellos. Este verano pasado ya no he ido, fue el anterior cuando después de la visita maravillosa con Marta como siempre, al pasar al comedor observamos que ya no estaba el cocinero de siempre , y en su lugar había un equipo compuesto que varios jóvenes que voluntad si tenían, pero inexpertos y no eran capaces de atender debidamente a todo el comedor. Las costillitas de cordero que cada año sirven y que tengo que decir que son de calidad, estropeadas al cocinarlas crudas por un lado y carbón por el otro. Quien todo lo quiere todo lo pierde. Un fuerte abrazo Marta de parte de Montse y mía , también para para él cocinero si tienes placer de seguir tratando con él.

(Translated by Google) A good place to visit a wine cellar. Marta explains everything that encompasses these wineries and their wines in a wonderful way. The food is spectacular, traditional and with very good attention: The Riojan style potatoes, the roasted peppers, the lamb... all very good! 100% recommended (Original) Un buen lugar donde hacer una visita a una bodega de vinos. Marta te explica de una manera maravillosa todo lo que engloba a estas bodegas y sus vinos. La comida espectacular, tradicional y con muy buena atención: Las patatas a la riojana, los pimientos asados, el cordero… todo muy bueno! 100% recomendable

(Translated by Google) Spectacular visit, with food, to one of the wineries in La Rioja Alavesa. Marta's presentation and explanation was impressive, putting all her interest, passion and love. The presentation of first-class wines. We tried the young wine, the Crianza, the Reserva and all of them, in their category, were very good. The food is very rich and varied. With good service and attention. (Original) Espectacular visita, con comida, a una de las bodegas de La Rioja alavesa. La presentación y explicación por parte de Marta fue impresionante poniendo todo su interés, pasión y amor. La presentación de los vinos de primera. Probamos el vino joven, el crianza, el reserva y todos, en su categoría, muy buenos. La comida muy rica y variada. Con un buen servicio y atención.

We had a very nice guided tour around the winery, and the bodega has very delightful wines.

Amazing tour with Sandra! Really appreciated the explanations and the spirit of the winery she communicated with us - we recommend 100% if you visit the region

Sandra was my guide for the English tour. I was the only person during the tour but Sandra was still very welcoming. The tour was very interesting and lasted around 1.5h. All my questions were welcomed. Among the wines I tasted, one was the Gran Reserva 1994, which perfectly paired with the dark chocolate she gave me. I could stay for the tasting as long as I wanted. I would definitely recommend this visit, since the building is beautiful, underground rooms are amazing, information is clear and interesting and Sandra was a really nice guide.

Sandra gave us a tour of this amazing vineyard. Absolutely fantastic architecture. Seeing the wine stores was really crazy, I don't think I've seen so many bottles of wine. We had a great time tasting the different wines and talking in general. Such a great tour for the price. Highly recommend!

My parents and I had a wonderful tour here this weekend! Our guide was very welcoming (even though we barely know Spanish) and made sure to explain things to us if we were confused. It was really cool seeing all the reserves, bottles, and barrels. Also, the tasting was great! We loved the tapas they provided with the wine as well. And we even got a cute gift at the end!

Amazing tour and cata de vinos, 100% reccomend! I have done other more expensive or more famous tours and this was by far the best. Beautiful venue , excellent and interesting tour and great tasting experience. Nuria was a fantastic tour guide8!

Amazing experience! Alvaro was a spectacular guide. The wines were very unique and different from each other. We definitely recommend it.

My parents and I came here for massages this past weekend. The spa is beautiful and the workers are friendly enough. We were a little disappointed because we had to wait in the front room where people walk in and out often. We expected to be able to wait in a peaceful lounge like the ones where we’re from. Also, they don’t provide robes or show you around (to the locker room, bathroom, the facilities, etc.). So, you change in the room you have the massage in. Each of us enjoyed our massages and were very relaxed afterward. However, during mine my masseuse kept using just one had or stopping all together because she was distracted. I’m assuming she was looking at her phone because she would pause to look at something and then resume again. This happened quite often. At first I thought she was maybe getting more oil, but this was not the case. My dad also said his masseuse was distracted during his session as well. Overall, it was a pretty good experience. But, not as relaxing as we’d hoped.

(Translated by Google) Everything was pretty dirty; the glass had mold growing on it since the spa was opened. I even saw a stuffed animal on the edge of the pool, which had been there for a few days. The sauna entrance doors were blackened on the bottom... and I could go on and on listing places where I saw filth. The spa was quite simple: a pool with four jets and bubbles. The best thing was the service from the receptionist, very nice and attentive. They gave us bathrobes. The locker room is also tiny, with small lockers. If you want to shower and change, you might have to book a time like at a butcher shop. The showers are also pretty dirty. Pros: There's a gel dispenser in the shower and a hairdryer in the locker room. I think there are things that could be improved; it's a place that has potential if it's taken care of and a little investment is made to make it more complete. (Original) Estaba todo bastante sucio, los cristales tenían moho desde que se fundó el spa. Llegué a ver un bicho disecado en el borde de la piscina, que llevaba ahí unos días. Las puertas de entrada a las saunas estaban enegrecidas por la parte inferior…y podría seguir indicando sitios donde vi porquería. El spa bastante simple, una piscina y cuatro chorros y burbujas. Lo mejor fue la atención de la chica en recepción, muy maja y atenta, nos dieron albornoz. Además, el vestuario es minúsculo, las taquillas pequeñas, como quieras ir a ducharte y cambiarte, igual tienes que coger vez como en la carnicería, las duchas también bastante sucias. Pros, en la ducha hay dispensador de gel y también un secador de pelo en el vestuario. Creo que hay cosas por mejorar, es un lugar que tiene potencial si se cuida y se invierte un poquito en hacerlo más completo.

(Translated by Google) We took the spa circuit, but the sauna wasn't working. The locker room was horribly hot, and you couldn't stop sweating despite the cold showers. Upon arrival, reception was unable to explain how the facility worked beyond showing us the entrance to the locker room. A simple, ordinary spa, nothing remarkable. (Original) Cogimos el circuito Spa y la sauna no funcionaba, en el vestuario hacia un calor horrible en el que no se podia parar de sudar a pesar de las duchas frias. Al llegar en recepcion tampoco supieron indicarnos el funcionamiento del sitio mas allá de indicarnos la entrada al vestuario. Un Spa simple, normal y corriente, nada reseñable.

(Translated by Google) What can I say about this spa? Thank goodness it was a gift voucher and I didn't pay anything, because I would have felt seriously ripped off. Being located within a 4-star hotel, I expected much higher quality, but nothing was far from the truth. It does the hotel a disservice. What disgusted us most was the sheer filth of the facilities. You could clearly see the line of brown grime accumulated at the edge of the water. Very unpleasant. I remember a trash can that was filthy and full of mold. Is it so hard to buy one and not give such a bad image? The only glass door they had was filthy, with mold in many corners and the odd spider. And to top it all off, the water wasn't the right temperature. Honestly, I don't think this place passes a health inspection. I didn't go into the sauna out of disgust. The lockers in the changing rooms were tiny, and you couldn't find anything in the showers to hang your towel. At least they had a gel dispenser; although mine was broken. Anyway, we were supposed to be at the spa for 90 minutes, but we only stayed for 20. It was all pretty unpleasant. A shame. (Original) Qué decir de este spa. Menos mal que fue un bono regalo y no pagué nada porque me hubiera sentido muy estafada. Al encontrarse enmarcado dentro de un hotel de 4 estrellas, me esperaba bastante más calidad, pero nada lejos de la realidad. Flaco favor le hace al hotel. Lo que más asco nos dio fue la gran suciedad de las instalaciones. Podías ver perfectamente la línea de suciedad marrón acumulada en el borde del agua. Muy desagradable. Recuerdo una papelera que estaba mugrienta y llena de moho. ¿Tanto cuesta comprar una y no dar semejante mala imagen? La única cristalera que tenían, estaba sucísima, había moho en muchas esquinas y alguna araña. Y además, añadimos que el agua no tenía la temperatura correcta. De verdad, creo que esto no pasa inspección de sanidad. Yo no entré a la sauna ya por asco. Las taquillas de los vestuarios, diminutas y en las duchas no puedes encontrar nada para colgar la toalla. Por lo menos, tenían dispensador de gel; aunque el mío estaba roto. En fin, teníamos 90 minutos de spa, pero estuvimos 20. Bastante desagradable todo. Una pena.

(Translated by Google) We were invited to an hour-and-a-half session. We chose an early hour, and we actually had a good time. We were able to do two laps of the circuit, but as we were leaving, people started arriving, and we certainly wouldn't have enjoyed it as much if we had arrived later. The system is unique and economical, since the different points are activated individually with a button. The changing rooms seemed small to me, and the lockers even smaller, but the overall experience was pleasant. I'm not posting photos since it was prohibited. (Original) Nos invitaron a una sesion de hora y media. Elegimos una hora temprana y la verdad que estubimos bien, pudimos dar dos vueltas al circuito, pero cuando nos marchabamos empezó a entrar gente y seguro que no hubieramos disfrutado tanto si hubieramos entrado mas tarde. El sistema es curioso y ahorrador, dado que los distintos puntos, se activan individualmente con un botón. Los vestuarios se me hicieron pequeñks y más aún las taquillas, pero la experiencia en genefal fue agradable. Fotografias no pongo dado que estaba prohibido.

(Translated by Google) Pretty good. The track itself needs a coat of paint to show it's been maintained, and rust removal from those oxidized areas, etc. But overall, the aesthetics and functionality are very good. The track is smaller than it appears in the photos, although if you book early (we booked at 5:30 PM) we can start on our own. They have jets for practically all the muscles in the lower body and back, a sauna and Turkish bath, a foot bath, a contrast shower, and jacuzzis. We also tried the Vichy massages, which we'd never tried anywhere else, and they were quite relaxing (not muscle-relieving). Thanks for everything :) (Original) Bastante bien. Respecto al circuito, le falta una mano de pintura para seguir notándose que está cuidado, quitarle el oxido a aquellas partes oxidadas etc. Pero en general la estética y funcionalidad muy bien. Es más pequeño de lo que parece en fotografías el circuito, si bien si coges hora pronto (nosotros la cogimos a las 17:30) empezamos solos. Tienen chorros para prácticamente todos los músculos del tronco inferior y espalda, sauna y baño turco, pediluvio, ducha de contraste y jacuzzis. Además probamos los masajes Vichy, que no habíamos probado nunca en ningún sitio y bastante bien muy relajantes (no es descontracturante ). Gracias por todo :)

(Translated by Google) What a terrible spa... I wouldn't recommend it, not even for the most boring day of your life. It's uncomfortable and unpleasant. Not a single hanger in the tiny changing room, and once inside, the atmosphere is stifling! You're constantly coughing, and your throat is itching and you want to leave. The sauna and the bath tub... maybe the only things that save you, but they're basic. The pool has laser-cut jets; you can't stand them, they hurt... it's unpleasant. (Original) Menuda castaña de spa.. no lo recomiendo ni para el día mas aburrido de tu vida. Es incomodo y desagradable. Ni un triste colgador en el diminuto vestuario, y ya dentro, el ambiente cargadisimo! No paras de toser, un picor en la garganta que te dan ganas de irte. La sauna y el baño turno… quizá lo único q libra, pero basicos. La piscina tiene chorros de corte por laser, no aguantas,hacen daño… es desagradable.

Such an incredible winery - I assumed because of the breathtaking architecture, it would be a major producer, but that is not that case. It’s very boutique, the staff are so personable and the history and techniques behind their product is unique. A must see if you’re in the region - hopefully you’ll be lucky enough to have Sylvia as your guide, like we were. Thank you Sylvia! Nick and Georgia from Australia.

Honestly… I’d come here in the early morning for some photos (you don’t need a reservation or to pay in order to park and walk up the walkway). It’s truly a beautiful location with the coolest architecture. The staff is super nice, but none of the wines were our favorites in Rioja. Plus after the wines are all poured into your tasting glass setup, you’re shepherded to this enormous concrete room with a bunch of barrels and ambient noise — and it’s the least pleasant location I’ve yet experienced to just sit and drink wine on your own.

We have had many amazing experiences across our 3 weeks in Spain. Visiting Ysios today was one of them. We arrived by chance later in the afternoon. The staff were very welcoming and offered us a tasting flight even though it was close to their closing time. Sampling the Ysios wines inside the vast cellar was an experience not to be missed. Even without a booked tour the staff was offered casual information on the winery building and the wines. The architecture with the vineyards and the mountain backdrop is spectacular. We would like to take the full tour one day. Highly recommend a visit here.

No visit to the region is complete without a visit to this winery. Santiago Calatrava’s breathtaking modernist structure somehow blends in magnificently well with its surroundings of vineyards and mountains. We totally enjoyed the wine tour led by Sylvia who was as passionate as she was knowledgeable about Ysios having worked there since its opening some 25 years ago. Quite aside from the architecture, we learned a lot about the relatively small batch of premium wines they produce. The wines we tasted were delicious and we left with a renewed appreciation of viticulture- along with our purchase of a case of wine to bring a bit of Ysios home with us. Thank you Sylvia!

The tour at Ysios Winery was an outstanding experience. Our guide, Silva, led the visit with great passion, knowledge, and enthusiasm, making it both comprehensive and fascinating. We learned a lot about the winemaking process, the history, and the Rioja region, and enjoyed excellent wine tastings. Highly recommended for any wine lover!

I booked this winery tour mainly because of the architecture, and wow — the views did not disappoint! The winery is absolutely stunning, inside and out. Esther, our guide, was incredibly knowledgeable and so easy to talk to, making the whole experience fun and memorable. With so many wineries to choose from in Rioja, I’m so glad we ended up picking this one!

Silvia was very informative and kind. What we liked the most about our visit besides all the new information was the passion Silvia transmits to visitors about wine. Her energy is very contagious and made our visit extra special 🤍

⸻ Expectations were high since my parents visited this place about 15 years ago. Apparently, everything has changed. This was anything but good. We started off in a sauna (the entrance), spending 30 minutes in front of a roll-up banner. The guide knew their stuff, but the heat and the noise from all the other groups in this commercial setting were unbearable. Our group had about 15 people, but others had up to 50. We had booked the premium package, which included a guided tour, wine tasting, and a six-course meal. After about 1 hour and 20 minutes, the tour was over. We were taken to a large, fully packed tiled dining hall with a terrible noise level and crowded with people. Wine was poured without any presentation. Then came the food… This is among the worst meals I’ve ever had. (Some parts were inedible.) Overcooked ravioli with a sweet sauce. Everything leaned towards being sweet—even the seafood salad, which I couldn’t finish. When the tuna arrived, my daughter started crying. It was unbalanced and overcooked. I took one bite and couldn’t eat more. Inedible. The dessert was cold milk with chopped pears poached in wine. I felt almost sick after the meal. This place has become impersonal, commercialized, and extremely overpriced. I cannot recommend it.

Beautiful view of the vineyards. I love the all glass building overlooking the valley. I didn’t do the tour but did some tasting at the bar. Reasonable price for the tasting bar. I tried a glass of Garnacha and bought home a bottle. Friendly staff!

We did the tour of the winery and the lunch tasting menu back in May and I’m still getting goosebumps just thinking about it — everything about this experience was perfect! Our tour guide was friendly and very knowledgeable, the winery is absolutely stunning and the food was awesome! I was very impressed how fast they were able to accommodate us for he tour and highly appreciated everything hey did for us. The vineyard and architecture is nothing short of STUNNING! If your an art and wine lover this is a MUST visit for you! I recommend a food pairing as well to enjoy the wines even more! Incredible! 🙌🏼😍

We enjoyed an amazing time with a small group. The tasting menu was amazing and intimate. Thanks for providing such a great experience.

Amazing, unique, memorable and fabulous. All the wines were amazing!

Amazing. I did the visit of the Bodega (winery) plus the lunch tasting menu. The Bodega itself is worth the visit, completely built/hidden/integrated within a hill. The view of the valley and the vineyards is breathtaking (especially with the fall colours!!). The lunch menu, very good, plenty of dishes (even too much food!) coupled with different wines. A must do.

We chose this visit to see an ultra modern wine production. They assume the fact that they are modern and still manage to make very good wines. The architecture is spectacular. After our visit we enjoyed an gastronomical late lunch enjoyed the view.

Lovely food. Great quality and taste. Lamb was great. Vegetarian options available as well.

Wow! We came for lunch and loved the food. The beef quality was unreal. Very impressed and great wine selection at very reasonable prices.

Delicious Spanish meal. The only thing we could have asked for was a plain salad- no meats or fish. Definitely a special spot.

A lovely restaurant in Laguardia with a nice view of wine country. Excellent food and friendly service.

Great food and enviroment! Delicious plates and many gluten free options!

Perfection Sirloin steak was the best meat we've ever had! Dessert was a fantasy in chocolate tastes. Very friendly service.

All dishes were very good but Marinade hare and foie terrine was exceptional.

Our hotel host recommended us this place and we were quite excited about the beautiful interior. The vibe is okay- I guess our host has recommended this place to others as well as it was full of tourists but no locals. However, as a vegetarian it's a bit tricky to find good options. I had a quattro formaggi pizza, which I absolutely don't recommend since it is way too loaded with cheese. It was unfortunately the worst food I had so far in basque land. Just go for another option!

What a lovely place!! The food was simple and delicious! Executed perfectly. I enjoyed every bite. The service was lovely and the vibe of the place is very chill and cool. In addition we came with our dog and were able to sit inside with him. Definitely recommend!

The bar/restaurant has entrances from two different streets, which makes it easy to find and adds to its charm. We chose to sit on the quieter back street, and it was the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a glass of wine with some delicious appetizers. What really stood out was seeing how smoothly everything was run with just one person in the kitchen and another handling both the wines and the appetizers, working incredibly hard to make sure guests were well taken care of. A cozy atmosphere, great wine, tasty bites, and impressive dedication from the staff.

Went here on a recommendation. We asked our server for suggestions on what is good to eat which she said she had none. She really didn’t want to be working here and literally groaned as she took our order. The goats cheese and cecina salad came out and I don’t know how they made lettuce taste bad but the olive oil tasted metallic and none of the flavours complimented each other. The peppers and anchovies dish was fine as it was straight from a jar. Lastly was the squid. It was drowned in ink and hadn’t been cleaned properly so I was crunching grit as I ate. Could not get out of this place fast enough. The venue looked cute though.

We walked in excited. But left in horror. To start off the service was disappointing , the waitress did not want to be there and clearly disliked everyone in the vicinity. She was quite rude and kept groaning about. When we asked her for the check she disappeared for 20 minutes. Beyond that the food was a nightmare and I honestly need days to recover. The 4 cheese pizza was a greasy, sloppy, thick pile of disgusting cheeses (awful blue cheese, a triangle cheese? Neon orange cheese?). It was thick and slimy and will block your arteries in minutes. We ordered another pizza which consisted of canned peppers and onion chopped up snd it looked like dog food. Inedible and nauseating. The goats cheese salad was so salted i rinsed it with water to try and salvage what they call food here. The bread - stale. In hunger we pealed the cheese off and just ate the crust with sauce. I mean come on…

Seated at a little table by the (large) staircase. Food was excellent, as was the service. Definitely recommend.

Ended up coming here twice on our holiday. Great food and cool venue with real atmosphere. Wine flowed well and was tasty. Go for the tostadas if you want a light bite.

Fabulous local produce, fresh, tasty with local wine. Well worth the stop for the daily menu.

Really good restaurant the menu was about 20 eur and it includes bread water 1st 2nd and desert. Really good wine and chill environment

What a restaurant! I never thought that such a great place would exist in laguardia. Great food great customer service. Whoever goes to this restaurant has to try the cheesecake home made, wow it's amazing and of course the food aswell. The waiters and waitress always smiling, always around to help.someone. If someone finds a place better than this restaurant please let me know, because this one was the best of the best

The food is overpriced for its quality really. But the problem is really not the price, but the quality of food. Because let me tell you, messing up a salad is not that common in restaurants, but they have managed to do it. There was water in the plate (not talking about oil or vinegar, it was water). After that, I got the lamb chops. There was about 30 grams meat in total and half fried potato. Really, there was no meat on those bones. They literally gave me someone's leftovers. Oh, and also please clean your toilets people...

The food was great and prices were more than reasonable. Asked for a glass of wine and got a bottle (part of their 16 euro per person set menu). Was pleasantly shocked when my partner and I received the bill of 32 euros after having 4 courses and almost a whole of bottle of wine. I could barely walk. Absolutely lovely service as well. They were very friendly although we completely butchered our Spanish and gave us great recommendations on things to do in the area. After the meal, they also let us check out their underground cave where they stored their wines. Would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who is visiting Laguardia.

The food was wonderful. When you see you are eating with the locals you know you are in good hands. The service was great, helpful with deciding what to order. I would recommend this place to all my friends.

Excellent lunchtime menu, excellent service, excellent atmosphere. The bottles of water could have been bigger though.

The hotel is absolutely stunning. We came for the architecture rather than the wine, and it was totally worth it. Frank Gehry’s work is fantastic. We did Wine Tour 1, and it was fine. However, from a learning perspective, I felt it lacked depth—I missed out on a lot of information, though I understand it's hard to cover everything during the visit.

A interesting winery in the heart of Spain’s Rioja region. While commercialized, the experience was still impressive and well done. The tour guide was professional and knowledgeable, walking us through the entire process — from bottling to distribution. There was an astonishing amount of wine on site, and the tasting experience was well organized and enjoyable. Overall, a cool and worthwhile visit!

Excellent experience. The tour was thorough and engaging, led by a charming guide with a great sense of humor and remarkable knowledge, even though she was not an oenologist. She shared many anecdotes and interesting facts that made the visit truly enjoyable. The wine tasting afterwards was the perfect ending to an unforgettable day. Highly recommended for wine lovers and for anyone wanting to discover the history and tradition of one of Spain’s most iconic wineries.

Fantastic winery tour and complete explanation of the wine making process. We have been to many wineries and this is car the best tour we have done. Our tour guide Assad was great and took time to answer all our questions and add lots of historical context to the tour. The winery is beautiful and the Ghery building worth a visit.

Our experience at Marqués de Riscal was very good. The setting is stunning, the architecture is unique, and the service was professional and attentive. The food and wine were well-prepared and enjoyable, making for a memorable meal. While it was a great experience overall, it was not the very best we’ve had during our trip. Still, it’s a place worth visiting for the combination of history, design, and quality.

Asaad gave us the best wine tour we’ve ever experienced. His explanations were clear, engaging, and easy to follow, and the video added great context. The winery itself is absolutely stunning. it’s amazing to witness a place with such rich history passed down through generations. A truly unforgettable visit. Thank you!

We took a fabulous, detailed tour of the winery and the winemaking process. The tour ended with a tasting of three delicious wines and charcuterie. Our guide, Asaad, was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic. He took the time to answer all questions. We have been on many winery tours and this one has to be the best. Absolutely beautiful winery, hotel and grounds. Do not miss it. Reservations are a must.

Had a serendipitous wine tasting for 2. Eduardo could not have been more friendly and welcoming. 100% recommend for anybody looking for a local wine testing. English friendly too! He did it in both languages, Spanish and English.

Amazing tour of the winery and their vineyards. Eduardo was our tour guide and he was amazing and full of knowledge. Nobody else came on the tour we booked so it was effectively a private tour. Would highly recommend this tour if in the area!

The rooms we had were nice and very clean. The Only minor thing was that the aircon in our room was a bit noisy intermittently overnight which woke us up few times.

I ordered a case of White wine from their website on Saturday night , I got the acknowledgment on Monday and it arrived on Tuesday. That is amazing service and the delivery was free. !! Buy direct

Had a great tasting at the winery thanks to Eduardo, he was informative and fun to speak to. Wines were fantastic!

We didn’t stay here but did a full tasting tour . Wow the staff are amazing and full of knowledge . For a first experience of a vineyard this was 100% lovely and no pressure to buy … but the wine is sooo good we got 3 bottles and a beautiful box with our choice for €35 … highly recommend

Very recommended! Beautiful place with great wine and excelent service. We stayed also in hotel, had a wine tasting, went to vineyards and visited wine museum! Must visit place.

Our visit to Torre De Ona today was absolutely amazing. Our guide Maria gave us a fascinating insight into the entire process of creating beautiful wine . Our lunch was truly outstanding , each course was beautifully prepared and we had the pleasure of dining in a stunning room with incredible views of the vineyards and mountains. I’ve been on many tours across France , Italy and Spain and this was the absolute best . Thank you everyone.

Very informative tour, beautiful grounds, great wine. We opted for the lunch picnic, which was lovely and very worth it. We also walked from LaGuardia, which took about 20 mins down a small vineyard road with almost no traffic. It is a bit uphill coming back but not an issue for us.

Their Martelo is one of the best wines we have tried in La Rioja! Highly recommend it.

We did the picnic in the vines tour and it was amazing! Torre de Ona is a short walk from Laguardia and we joined the English speaking tour at 12:30. Melissa was the perfect guide, explaining the soil, the vines and then the process of extracting and producing white and red wines from the different regions of the local vineyards. The meal comprised tortilla, tomato in olive oil, stuffed peppers, bread, cheese and a bottle each of red and white wines. The food was spot on and the wines are up there with the best I've had. So smooth and drinkable. The staff were friendly and welcoming and made this the perfect afternoon experience in Rioja. Highly recommended.

beautiful experience beautiful staff

Lovely wines! Marta gave us a great explanation of the wines we tried. Cosy and personal.

I am much belated in writing this review, as we visited a year ago, but Torre de Ona is a must-stop bodega! We were lucky enough to accidentally end up with a private tour, just my fiance, his parents and a friend. Since his parents don't speak English and I have some Spanish, we opted for a Spanish language tour. But even with my limited vocabulary, it was very easy to understand our lovely hostess as she was so expressive and patient. We loved learning the history and the process of winemaking in this region -- and the tasting was wonderful. We each left with a bottle of every type :) I would not hesitate to return!

A family run bodega. Very reasonable price and the explanation is very clear. The three wine tasting is recommended, their best wine is very good. There is no hard sale or pressure on their products. Actually I don't think they even try to promote their wine, which I feel very comfortable. Not sure what extra value could have by paying double or triple at other bodegas. They are the only one that offers English session DAILY.

Great tour of a historic family-owned winery in Laguardia’s old town that gives insight on the traditional wine making process in the region. The explanations were spot on and the tour ended with some wine tasting.

Just visited San Pedro as we were in LaGuardia,our first tasting in the Rioja valley. Told we'd be charged for the tasting, €3 a taste! Asked him to tell us about the wines. What do you want to know was the response. We purchased even though he was completely disinterested. Went down the street for Pintxos and glass of the same wines were on the menu for less. Needless to say, we won't be back.

My friend from South Africa and myself from Australia stumbled upon this place after reading a travel blog and boy were we glad we made the detour to LaGuardia to visit this underground cave winery. The website advertises that there is a 5pm English tour on Monday however it has actually changed to 4:15pm on the poster outside the bodega. Despite this error, the owner was able to cater for us and gave us a tour. He was one of the brothers (the one that doesn’t usually do the English tours) who runs the winery and he was super friendly and insightful in showing us around the place as well as provide history on the town. This is a family run winery for many generations so it was amazing to hear the stories about how the wine was made centuries ago! There are over 300 underground cellars in LaGuardia however very few still operate today hence why this tour was very special and different from any other wine tour I’ve done before! Here’s to hoping they will be able to ship wine to our countries one day! Thank you for the amazing experience this afternoon!!

Very interesting tour of the caves of a family run winery. Carlos was full of enthusiasm and we had a great experience. Well worth stopping by. €10 to taste 3 wines, €7 for 2. Great communication by email for booking a tour too

We drank this wine in a restaurant 100 metres away, it was soooo good. We went & bought a case the next day - it's even better than we remember! 7E a bottle - fair pricing too. Would have loved to have seen the cellar but didn't get there at the right time. Owner speaks good English.

We visited Carlos at his winery today and it was very unique and fun to see how wine was made underground in caves. Carlos was fun and very knowledgeable and well spoken.

A great insight into the history of town and its winemaking traditions. Worth the eur 2 for entry.

The best tourist center ever seen in Spain, the rating is not a joke. Very big and splendid with toilet. The person did an excellent job explaining all the choices and options at Laguardia. Super friendly and patient.

Unbelievably cute turism office I ever seen. And people are incredibly kind and they help me a looot. Thank you so much.

Staff was very kind and helpful. The tickets for visiting the cathedral can be bought from here. There is also toilets which were really clean.

Very interesting information centre with maps of Laguardia available.

Cool exhibition with local traditional clothes and place

Really nice surroundings and vistas

This was a fantastic experience! Just of the main roads, extremely friendly family , exquisite wines, even the Crianza, and quite a bargain.

Fantastic family bodegas - friendly amazing tapas, vino and hospitality and personal touch

A great place to stay with a family, and they have terrific wine to pack your car with.

Amazing family run vineyard with great food & hospitality one of the best in logrono

(Translated by Google) Remembering the visit to the winery with Rebeca! Highly recommended!!!! Someday, we will return! (Original) Recordando la visita a la bodega con Rebeca ! Muy recomendable !!!! Algún día, volveremos!

(Translated by Google) We went to a wine tasting with them as a bachelor party, and they were very friendly. It's a very family-friendly winery, and we couldn't have chosen a better place. We had a great time. We also ate some typical local food there, which was incredible, delicious. (Original) Hemos hecho una cata con ellos que íbamos de despedida de soltero y han sido muy simpáticas, es una bodega muy familiar y no podríamos haber elegido mejor, nos lo hemos pasado muy bien. También hemos comido allí comida típica de la zona a sido increíble, comida buenísima.

(Translated by Google) Perfect place to spend the day: friendly and very pleasant treatment, homemade and delicious food 🤤, the cozy and very well prepared winery, super friendly, close and wonderful owners. To repeat. Unforgettable and highly recommended experience (Original) Sitio perfecto para pasar el día: trato familiar y muy agradable, comida casera y riquísima 🤤, la bodega acogedora y muy bien preparada, propietarios super amables, cercanos y majísimos. Para repetir. Experiencia inolvidable y altamente recomendable

Absolutely incredible tour with the amazing Angelique! I’ve done a handful of winery tours around the world and this facility is something else (no spoilers as you have to see it to feel it). The tour was made all the better by Angelique who had phenomenal English and a thorough grasp of the wine making process. Very special tour which has made me a Vina Real convert! We also went to their other winery with a cellar door 2km down the road as recommended by Angelique. Contino was also very special and worth a visit!

Do not miss! If you can only visit one winery in Rioja - this should be it. Exceptionally clever, innovative and beautiful wine production design and engineering is unlike anything you have ever seen. Friendly and informative tour was perfect. And of course the wine was delicious.

Four of us had a wonderful visit - despite it being busy at harvest time, we were most welcome guests thanks to our guide, Angelique. We opted for the tasting and tour, and got to see the workings of this very famous winery that continues to produce age-worthy Riojas that represent a standard of great wine quality. This qualify of Bordeaux wine would be at least 3 times as expensive. Viña Real is definitely worth a visit if you have a little time to spend in or near Logroño. Our group will remember the visit for the passion of the team, their warmth and the quality of the wine.

Really enjoyed the experience. Our guide was explaining everything very clearly and was very open to answer any question. The tour was about 60minutes, with tasting of 2 wines at the end. The vinery that was part of the tour is quite new (~10years), but the company have more than 100 year of tradition. Very nice stuff and the vinery was amazing :)

We learned so much from our winery tour with Rebecca. We enjoyed going through all the areas of this beautiful facility. We really felt like we got an intimate glimpse of this working winery. Rebecca was great at explaining the company history, the wine making process, and discussing the wines made a Vina Real. The wines at the end of the tour were delicious. I highly recommend scheduling a wine tour with Bodega Vina Real.

C.V.N.E. and their Vina Real have been our "go to" wines for the authentic taste of Rioja. It was lovely to visit the winery at long last and see where it is made. Our guide, Rebecca, has impeccable English and clearly explained the proceeses and differences between the wines. What a fantastic expience!

We had a great tasting at the 'wine bar' the lady who helped us today around 14h30 was so lovely, explained all of their wines and vineyards. We really enjoyed our short trip to taste some of their wines, just amazing.

Place was super fun. Worth it as it's in the center of town. We had the best room in the place with a view of the cuckoo clock. The bells do chime a lot but stop by midnight. Servers were great. No one told us to go down to the caves underneath....make sure u do it! So fun to have a glass of wine in ancient caves.

Really nice hotel. Nice restaurant. Nearby a lot of bars, and restaurants. The cellar in the cave on floor -2 is fun to have a drink even if you aren't staying here. Just walk in past the check in counter and turn right to the stairs. Go down two levels. It wasn't open on Wednesday, but I think it's open every other day. But closed from like 2pm to 4pm or something.

We didn't stay at the hotel but decided to try its restaurant for dinner. Since the outdoor tables were full, we headed inside and were invited to have a drink at their bar, located two stories below ground. That's where the real surprise awaited us. The bar was stunning, featuring multiple rooms carved directly into the subterranean stone—a truly unique and atmospheric setting. What made our evening truly unforgettable, however, was meeting Sonia. She greeted us with a warm smile and provided exceptional assistance throughout our time there. We enjoyed ourselves so much that we lost track of time, and by the time we realized, the restaurant had closed. No problem—we ended up savoring an amazing burger right there in the bar instead. This spot is absolutely worth a visit for the incredible ambiance and the wonderful service from Sonia. It turned out to be our best night in the city!

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 We recently had the most enchanting experience at the stunning boutique hotel and restaurant in La Guardia, Spain. From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the charm and beauty that surrounded us. The hotel itself was a luxurious oasis, blending modern amenities with traditional Spanish architecture seamlessly. Our room was elegantly decorated. The attention to detail and comfort provided made us feel pampered and at home throughout our stay. The restaurant on-site was a culinary delight! Every meal we had was a gastronomic journey, showcasing the finest ingredients and flavors of the region. The talented chefs truly outdid themselves, and the impeccable service only added to the exceptional dining experience. What truly set this establishment apart was the impeccable hospitality of the family and staff that run it. From the warm welcome at check-in to the personalized recommendations for exploring La Guardia, every team member went above and beyond to ensure my stay was memorable and enjoyable. We cannot recommend this hotel and restaurant highly enough. If you are looking for a luxurious getaway in La Guardia, look no further. This hidden gem is a true five-star experience that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and inspired. We cannot wait to return to this beautiful haven in the heart of Spain and visit beautiful owner Chari and her Team.

We booked a 2 night stay at this hotel, it’s a very nice family run business, the staff is so friendly, the owner Chairi is passionate about taking the hotel to the next level. Diego, Juan and Natalia made our stay so comfortable, hospitality 10/10! Its also a great place if you want to propose to your future wife. I also lost my Wallet on the the terrace, and Chairi noticed me if I’d lost it, but I didn’t even notice myself yet, so grateful for that. They have an Amazing wine cellar where Sonya / Pedro gets you the best wine & pinxto’s. I will recommend this hotel to all my friends and natives. Amazing stay! Thanks

The hotel is situated in the lovely village of Laguardia and whilst the staff were friendly and helpful, overall we were left wanting having read the reviews. We only stayed one night but our room had no window to the outside, only to a covered courtyard, so the room became stuffy. On arrival we visited the cave in the basement to enjoy the welcome drink and snack. I can't think of a worse place to enjoy a glass of regional wine! We dined in the restaurant in the evening and whilst we enjoyed the food, delivered with good service, it was way overpriced for what it was. The starter, clams in a parsely sauce, whilst tasty, amounted to 10 clams to share between two! This was followed by lamb. The cost of the meal was similar to that found in San Sebastien but not of the quality. The breakfast buffet was good, let down by the awful omelette which was inedible. I very rarely write a review such as this and only hope that we visited on a off day.

What a unique location, backed up by lovely rooms and excellent service from everyone in the hotel. Our room was beautiful, atmospheric and comfortable. We had dinner sitting outside and the food was very good as was the service - friendly, efficient and professional. Needless to say perhaps, the wine list was extensive and we got good help in choosing a lovely bottle of Rioja.

Review is for the restaurant only. Mixed feelings. Beautiful setting in a historical building. We had the blood sausage with peppers, not good, served liquid, like a blood stew. The ribeye (actually NY strip) was awesome, tender and delicious. So were the lamb cutlets. The French fries tasted like stale oil. The wine was warm and average and the serving size ridiculously small. Fish and chuletón are overpriced, even though the quality looks top notch.

We went to the restaurant and were served by the owner and another nice waitress. The food was so delicious as was the wine. The owner showed us the cellar after to see where the wine is stored and told us a little about his family and the history.

Dining at Mayor de Migueloa was an unforgettable experience. The food was outstanding — the meat, in particular, was absolutely amazing, cooked to perfection and full of flavor. The atmosphere is elegant yet authentic, making it a truly special setting. A highlight of the evening was Rosemary, who went above and beyond to make our experience unique. After dinner, she graciously showed us the historic bodega and las barricas, sharing the rich history and passion behind the place. This personal touch made the night even more memorable. An absolute must-visit in Rioja!

Really nice food. Steak was incredible. The owner told us about this history of the building (very old) and brought us to his wine bodega cellar for a little tour

Amazing staff, helped to get me vegan option from the menu and choose a great wine to go with it. After they offered us a free visit to the bodega with the very knowledgeable and friendly guid Youssef, we had a nice time with him. Thank you!

We had the best meal on our holiday here. The food was amazing and the service was exceptional.

Amazing dinner - Shared the Sea Bass and Steak - the best meal we had in Spain. Amazing service as well!

Claudia gave us a wonderful tour of the bodega. Very professional and informative. 5-star visit.

Excellent tour with Mikel to lean about the history, now a days and the future of La Rioja wines. Highly recommended for novice or expert wine lovers

The tour was great! Claudia was so nice and knowledgeable.

Fantastic historical bodega with impressive views. This place is a must-see. We did the tour in English; Fabiola, our guide, was exceptional. The bodega is located inside the old city walls, and is steeped in history. Casa Primicia goes beyond the typical tasting tour experience in that it delves into the history of the area, the building, and the legacy of those who produced wine in it throughout the centuries. It was a fascinating tour, in a beautifully preserved centuries-old bodega, with great wine. The views from the upper level showcase impressive panoramas of the picturesque Spanish countryside.

The opening times in Google are just suggestions. The owner opens only when a larger group has reserved a tour. This should be mentioned por the benefit of individual tourists.

Very nice tour of the winery Casa Primicia giving insight to the history of Rioja and the house.

Incredible wine tour run by an actual enologist who really knows his stuff, and the wine is great! By far our favourite winery in La Rioja. Add this one to the top of your list!

Walk through the narrow medieval town streets towards the view El Mirador. I simply love this panorama of the La Rioja Valley from above.

Spectacular views! Especially late October into early November is the best time to enjoy the beautiful vivid and changing colours of the leaves 🍁 on the vines

Viewpoint with very nice views in Laguardia

Beautiful sunset.

Lovely views

Great place

(Translated by Google) A spectacular viewpoint for capturing unique moments. Like the sunset, and a beautiful glow. Its views extend toward the Cantabrian mountains and faces west, where the sun sets. Ideal for a trip with your partner or friends to take some souvenir photographs. (Original) Un mirador espectacular, para capturar momentos únicos. Como la puesta del sol, al atardecer y un buen y bonito candilazo. Sus vistas hacia el fondo de la sierra de Cantabria y orientado hacia Oeste, donde se pone el sol. Ideal para ir en pareja o amigos y realizar algunas fotografías, de recuerdo.

This beautiful property is perfect for a group or family traveling together. And yet, perfect for a couple wanting to have a romantic getaway. There are many cozy areas to enjoy a glass of wine or cup of tea. Stepping out the front door drops you straight into a magical historic village with every amenity no matter which way you turn. The Host and Hostess are so welcoming and one text or phone call away to answer any questions. Make sure to get their recommendations to some of the best traditional Basque food in Spain! Any of their properties are a must stay experience.

(Translated by Google) It has been a long time since an accommodation surprised me with its quality in all aspects. The beautiful facilities with all the details, a welcome pack with soap, gel and body cream placed on top of the towels, espresso machine in the rooms, a hairdryer as God intended, even a detail that seems silly but is not. ... a corkscrew and two glasses of wine, it is not the first time I have bought a bottle of wine and I cannot open it (also being in La Rioja. It has a large living room for common use, where you have television, coffees, infusions and some books to get to know La Rioja Alavesa. It is located in the same historic center so the location could not be better. The staff is great, Terry was in contact with us at all times and accompanied us and advised us perfectly. We traveled with an autistic son and everything was easy. You can see everything I explain in the photos that I will add. As I said, it has been a long time since I stayed in an establishment that has pleasantly surprised me for providing such a high-quality product. (Original) Hace mucho tiempo que un alojamiento no me sorprendía por su calidad en todos los aspectos. Las instalaciones preciosas y con todos los detalles, un pack de bienvenida con jabón, gel y crema corporal colocado encima de las toallas, máquina de café express en las habitaciones, un secador como Dios manda, incluso un detalle que parece tonto pero no lo es... un sacacorchos y dos copas de vino, no es la primera vez que compro una botella de vino y no la puedo abrir (además estando en La Rioja. Dispone de una gran salón para uso común, donde tienes televisión, cafés infusiones y algunos libros para conocer La Rioja alavesa. Está situado en el mismo centro histórico con lo que la localización no puede ser mejor. El personal es estupendo, Terry estuvo en contacto con nosotros en cada momento y nos acompañó y nos asesoró perfectamente. Viajamos con un hijo autista y todo fueron facilidades. Todo lo que explico lo podéis ver en las fotos que añadiré. Como he dicho hace mucho que no me alojo en un establecimiento que me haya sorprendido tan gratamente. Enhorabuena por dar un producto de tantísima calidad

The Manor House is spectacular. The decoration of the rooms is elegant and cozy. The attention given to the guests is above normal - better than a lot of 7Star hotels around the world. The amenities are fabulous. I highly recommend enjoying the experience of staying at the Manor House. Its location is tops!!!

Such a delightful cozy hotel right in the middle of the village. The rooms are beautifully appointed and no detail has been ignored. Coffee capsules, special towels for your hair-you name it-the hosts have thought of it. I would stay here gain in a heartbeat!

Many thanks for the most wonderful stay. Everything was simply superb. Manor House is somewhere everyone should experience. Attention to detail was excellent and we can’t wait for our next visit! Jenny & Chelsey Kaka

(Translated by Google) We had a wonderful stay at the Manor House in the picturesque wine-growing town of Rioja la Guardia. The historic building in the charming old town offers only a few rooms, creating an intimate atmosphere. We particularly like room M4, with its magical rooftop terrace offering partial views of the village and the mountains—the perfect spot for sunset. The high-quality linens made of special cotton and the lovingly wrapped towels add a special touch to the stay. The hostess, originally from the USA, makes a great effort to get to know her guests personally, which contributes to the warm atmosphere. The rooms are air-conditioned, but there are no refrigerators. Instead, a spacious common room invites you to linger. Overall, the Manor House is a unique retreat, ideal for those seeking peace and quiet with a personal touch. We will definitely be back! (Original) Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt im Manor House in der malerischen Weinstadt Rioja la Guardia. Das historische Gebäude in der charmanten Altstadt bietet nur wenige Zimmer, was eine intime Atmosphäre schafft. Besonders hervorheben möchten wir Zimmer M4 mit einer zauberhaften Dachterrasse, die einen eingeschränkten Blick auf das Dorf und die Berge ermöglicht – der perfekte Ort für den Sonnenuntergang. Die hochwertige Bettwäsche aus besonderer Baumwolle und die liebevoll eingewickelten Handtücher verleihen dem Aufenthalt eine besondere Note. Die Gastgeberin, ursprünglich aus den USA, ist sehr bemüht, ihre Gäste persönlich kennenzulernen, was zur warmen Atmosphäre beiträgt. Die Zimmer sind klimatisiert, jedoch gibt es keinen Kühlschrank. Stattdessen lädt ein großzügiger Gemeinschaftsraum zum Verweilen ein. Insgesamt ist das Manor House ein einzigartiger Rückzugsort, ideal für alle, die Ruhe und eine individuelle Note suchen. Wir kommen definitiv wieder!

(Translated by Google) Very cute room with terrace, perfect location, everything clean (Original) Muy cuki la habitación con terraza la ubicación perfecta todo limpio

Road-trip: Basque Country, Laguardia - church in a quiet plaza with several options for food and drink nearby.

(Translated by Google) Gothic church that was part of the city wall. It has a Latin cross plan with three apses. The attached tower that has one of the city gates at its base was later transformed into a bell tower by adding a belfry. The west doorway is early Gothic and preserves, although deteriorated, a beautiful Annunciation. The west doorway is neoclassical and replaced a previous Gothic one. (Original) Iglesia gótica que formaba parte de la muralla de la ciudad. Es de planta de cruz latina con tres ábsides. La torre adosada que tiene en sus bajos una de las puertas de la ciudad fue transformada más tarde en campanario al añadirle una espadaña. La portada oeste es del gótico primitivo y conserva, aunque deteriorada, una bonita Anunciación. La portada oeste es neoclásica y sustituyó una anterior gótica.

(Translated by Google) Closed 😡 On the outside, it stands out for its tower, which is part of the wall, and at the bottom is the San Juan Gate. (Original) Cerrada 😡 Exteriormente destaca por su torre que forma parte de la muralla y en la parte de abajo está la puerta de San Juan

(Translated by Google) I couldn't take photos inside because there was mass! But I came home for two minutes. The exterior is amazing and the interior is super cute!! (Original) Jai pas pu prendre de photos à l’intérieur car il y avait la messe ! Mais je suis rentré deux minutes. L’extérieur est incroyable et l’intérieur est super mignon !!

(Translated by Google) The guided tour is wonderful. (Original) La visita guiada es una maravilla

(Translated by Google) This church-fortress was built in the opposite sector of the town with respect to the Basilica of Santa María de los Reyes, attached to the wall and completing the southeastern end of the fortified area of ​​Laguardia. Its current appearance is the result of successive interventions, extensions and reforms that date back from the end of the 12th century to practically the middle of the 18th century. Of its primitive late-Romanesque factory, only the so-called 'Grandparents' Gate' is preserved, since towards the end of the 13th century and during the first half of the 14th century it underwent a profound remodeling in Gothic style, being from then on configured as a church with a cross plan. Latin with three naves separated by pointed arches and covered with cross vaults, a marked transept both in plan and elevation and a tripartite head in which the larger central apse functioned. as another bastion of the walled perimeter, presenting strong buttresses between which stylized Gothic windows open. By the 16th century its defensive function became obsolete, so new reforms were undertaken, such as the transformation of its Gothic tower into a bell tower. The last major intervention was carried out in the 18th century when, following plans by the architect Juan Bautista de Arbaiza, a large octagonal chapel was built at the foot of the temple covered by a star vault dedicated to the Virgin of Pilar, whose construction Unfortunately, this led to the destruction of its original western façade, which according to different theories, presented a similar monumentality as its neighbor in Santa María de los Reyes. It displays the Virgen del Pilar, a Gothic sculpture of the Virgin and Child that corresponds to the mullion of the missing façade. (Original) Esta iglesia-fortaleza fue edificada en el sector opuesto de la villa respecto a la Basílica de Santa María de los Reyes, anexa a la muralla y completando el extremo sureste del recinto fortificado de Laguardia. Su aspecto actual es el resultado de sucesivas intervenciones, ampliaciones y reformas que se remontan desde finales del siglo XII hasta prácticamente mediados del XVIII. De su primitiva fabrica tardorrománica solo se conserva la denominada 'Puerta de los Abuelos', pues hacia finales del siglo XIII y durante primera mitad del XIV sufrió una profunda remodelación en estilo gótico, quedando a partir de entonces configurada como una iglesia de planta de cruz latina con tres naves separadas por arcos apuntados y cubiertas con bóvedas de crucería, crucero marcado tanto en planta como en alzado y cabecera tripartita en la que el ábside central, de mayor tamaño, funcionaba como un baluarte más del perímetro amurallado, presentando rotundos contrafuertes entre los que se abren estilizados ventanales góticos. Hacía el siglo XVI su función defensiva quedó obsoleta, por lo que se acometieron nuevas reformas como la transformación de su torre gótica en campanario. La última gran intervención fue llevada a cabo en el siglo XVIII cuando, siguiendo planos del arquitecto Juan Bautista de Arbaiza, es levantada a los pies del templo una gran capilla de planta octogonal cubierta por una bóveda estrellada dedicada a la Virgen del Pilar, cuya construcción, lamentablemente, supuso la destrucción de su portada occidental original, que según diferentes teorías, presentaba similar monumentalidad que su vecina de Santa María de los Reyes. En ella se expone la Virgen del Pilar, escultura gótica de la Virgen con el Niño que corresponde al mainel de la portada desaparecida.

(Translated by Google) Church of San Juan - Laguardia Location: in the Plaza de San Juan, within the walled area of ​​Laguardia. 44 kilometers from Vitoria, 18 km from Logroño, 26 km from Haro and 7 km from Elciego. Built in several phases between the 12th and 16th centuries, with some later additions, the church of San Juan is essentially a Gothic temple, originally conceived as a church-fortress, with one of its walls integrated into the medieval wall of Laguardia and provided with a defensive tower that protected one of the entrances to the town. It has a valuable Romanesque façade from the transition to Gothic, with archivolts, columns and sculpted capitals. It had another Gothic one that was destroyed in the 16th century during renovations. That same century, once the medieval wars between Navarre and Castile were over, the military tower was transformed into the current bell tower. Among the remaining architectural and sculptural elements, several Gothic rose windows stand out; the reliefs of the central choir, with figures as unique as an ape playing a drum, and the side choirs and their decorated arches, in which you can see, among other images, a grape harvester with a basket full of grapes. Inside, the baroque main altarpiece and that of the Pilar chapel also stand out, which includes a polychrome carving of the Virgin of Pilar from the 13th or 14th century. The church was declared a national monument in 1984. (Original) Iglesia de San Juan - Laguardia Situación: en la Plaza de San Juan, dentro del recinto amurallado de Laguardia. A 44 kilómetros de Vitoria, 18 km de Logroño, 26 km de Haro y 7 km de Elciego. Construida en varias fases entre los siglos XII y XVI, con algunos añadidos posteriores, la iglesia de San Juan es esencialmente un templo gótico, concebido en sus orígenes como iglesia-fortaleza, con uno de sus muros integrado en la muralla medieval de Laguardia y provisto de un torreón de carácter defensivo que protegía uno de los accesos a la villa. Cuenta con una valiosa portada románica de transición al gótico, con arquivoltas, columnas y capiteles esculpidos. Tuvo otra gótica que fue destruida en el siglo XVI en el curso de unas reformas. Ese mismo siglo, una vez concluidas las guerras medievales entre Navarra y Castilla, se transformó el torreón militar en el campanario actual. Entre los restantes elementos arquitectónicos y escultóricos destacan varios rosetones góticos; los relieves del coro central, con figuras tan singulares como un simio que toca un tambor, y los coros laterales y sus arcos decorados, en los que puede verse, entre otras imágenes, a un vendimiador con un cesto lleno de uvas. En el interior sobresalen también el retablo mayor, barroco, y el de la capilla del Pilar, que incluye una talla policromada de la Virgen del Pilar del siglo XIII o XIV. La iglesia fue declarada monumento nacional en 1984.

(Translated by Google) This carillon in the town hall is a spectacle. It plays three or four times a day, with many people gathering to see the three dancers. In front, down on the pñaza, the statue of the watchmaker looking at him. I leave a video. (Original) Un espectáculo este carillón en el ayuntamiento. Suena tres o cuatro veces al día, congregandose mucha gente a ver a los tres danzantes. Enfrente, abajo en la pñaza, la estatua del relojero mirándolo. Dejo un vídeo.

(Translated by Google) Curious chime, I thought it was pretty (Original) Curioso carrillón, me ha parecido bonito

(Translated by Google) Similar to the one in the Riojan town of Enciso (a dinosaur appears here), at certain times, so as not to disturb the neighbors, some dolls dressed in traditional costumes appear and dance. More curious than interesting. (Original) Similar al del pueblo riojano de Enciso( aquí sale un dino), a determinadas horas, para no molestar a los vecinos, sale unos muñecos vestidos con el traje típico y danzando Más curioso que interesante

(Translated by Google) A curiosity, which by the way, is a few minutes ahead, (Original) Una curiosidad, que por cierto, va unos minutos adelantado,

(Translated by Google) An invention from four days ago (90s) to attract tourists. The dance of the automatons is curious but little else. (Original) Un invento de hace cuatro días (años 90) para atraer turistas. Resulta curioso el baile de los autómatas pero poco más.

(Translated by Google) At specific hours on the dot show the mechanism that tells the hours. A sign next to the town hall announces what time you can see it. Be careful when there are excursions, there are many people to see it well. (Original) En horas en punto concretas espectáculo del mecanismo que da las horas. Un cartel junto al ayuntamiento anuncia a qué horas lo puedes observar. Atención cuando hay excursiones mucha gente para verlo bien.

(Translated by Google) When we arrived in Laguardia we went to the tourist information office and they treated us very well. Among other things, they explained that at certain times in the Plaza Mayor there is a clock where some figures dance underneath it. It was truly exciting to be waiting with the square full of people, all with their phones ready to capture the moment. (Original) Cuando llegamos a Laguardia fuimos a la oficina de información y turismo y nos atendieron muy bien, entre otras cosas nos explicaron que a determinadas horas en la Plaza Mayor hay un reloj en el que unos muñecos bajo el reloj bailan, la verdad es que fue muy emocionante estar esperando con la plaza llena de gente todos con sus teléfonos preparados para captar el momento

(Translated by Google) The entire villa is beautiful. It is a medieval town located on top of a hill in the Rioja Alavesa area. Its Plaza Mayor and its narrow streets will make you imagine other times; but it is also a town well known for its pintxos. Enjoy! (Original) La villa entera es una preciosidad. Es un pueblo medieval situado encima de un cerro en la zona de la Rioja Alavesa. Su Plaza Mayor y sus callejuelas estrechas te harán imaginar otros tiempos; pero además es una localidad bien conocida por sus pintxos. Enjoy!

(Translated by Google) AWESOME 🤩 I was crazy about this wonderful town in Rioja Alavesa. Everyone should go see it because it is very worth it 🥰✨🏰🧚‍♀️♥️ (Original) IMPRESIONANTE 🤩 me quedé loca con esta maravillosa localidad de la Rioja Alavesa. Todo el mundo debería ir a conocerlo porque merece mucho la pena 🥰✨🏰🧚‍♀️♥️

(Translated by Google) La Guardia is a very pretty medieval village. The only thing is that if you want to see the clock working, it has specific hours... (Original) La Guardia es un pueblo medieval muy bonito. Lo único si se quiere ver el reloj funcionando tiene unas horas concretas...

(Translated by Google) Laguardia is one of the most beautiful enclaves in Rioja and the most important in Rioja Alavesa. Located on a mound, halfway between Haro and Logroño and a few kilometers from Elciego, Laguardia hides behind its walls a curious clock on the narrow walls of its Plaza Mayor: the Carrillón de Laguardia. Inaugurated on December 31, 1998, this carillon clock stands out for the presence of three automatons that represent the beginning of the most important festivals in Laguardia, those of San Juan. It is located at one end of the elongated Plaza Mayor, on the façade of the new town hall (from the 19th century). The old town hall of the town (from the 16th century) is also located in the same square, presided over by the coat of arms of King Charles I of Spain. (Original) Laguardia es uno de los enclaves más bellos de Rioja y el más importante de Rioja Alavesa. Ubicado sobre un montículo, a medio camino entre Haro y Logroño y a muy pocos kilómetros de Elciego, Laguardia esconde tras sus murallas un curioso reloj en las angostas paredes de su plaza Mayor: el Carrillón de Laguardia. Inaugurado el 31 de diciembre de 1998, este reloj carillón destaca por la presencia de tres autómatas que representan el inicio de las fiestas más importantes de Laguardia, las de de San Juan. Se encuentra situado en uno de los extremos de la alargada plaza Mayor, sobre la fachada del ayuntamiento nuevo (del siglo XIX). En la misma plaza se ubica -también- la antigua casa consistorial de la villa (del siglo XVI) presidida por el escudo del rey Carlos I de España.

(Translated by Google) The entire town of Frías is worth a visit. Wander the narrow streets, admire the entrance gates and the church. The main square isn't very large but it's a lovely place to stroll, and don't miss the clock! (Original) Todo el pueblo de Frías merece la pena. Recorrer las callejuelas, admirar las puertas de entrada y la iglesia. La plaza mayor no es muy grande pero sí guapa de pasear, y no te pierdas el reloj!

(Translated by Google) Center of citizen life. Plaza open to the west to Calle Mayor. The north and south sides are porticoed, the latter being the current Town Hall with its peculiar clock with dancing dolls. To the east the old Town Hall closes the square, under which a passage leads to the Puerta de Carnicerías. (Original) Centro de la vida ciudadana. Plaza abierta por el oeste a la calle Mayor. El lado norte y sur están porticados, hallándose en este último el actual Ayuntamiento con su peculiar reloj con muñecos danzantes. Al este cierra la plaza el antiguo Ayuntamiento, bajo el cual un pasadizo da a la Puerta de Carnicerías.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place and super well preserved!!! (Original) Precioso lugar y super bien conservado!!!

(Translated by Google) Nice entrance door to the villa, directly to the town hall and the pintxos bars. (Original) Bonita puerta de entrada a la villa, directamente al ayuntamiento y a los bares de pintxos.

(Translated by Google) City gate that leads to the central square (Original) Πύλη της πόλης που καταλήγει στη κεντρική πλατεία

(Translated by Google) To repeat (Original) Para repetir

Just had 2 coffees and a pintoxs €5 , lovely building and outside area.

Service was not good, food was not bad but also not good, especially considering the price which was rather high for this region. The dishes were also very small. That's the actual portion size in the picture, we have not touched it..

Really disappointing experience. The service was rude and felt like we were not welcome. Speaking of the food, it was okay at best. Nothing was outright terrible, but it was bland, uninspired and very small portions. Definitely not worth the price. Wouldn’t come back. Too many better places around.

We stopped by for lunch while we were visiting Laguardia. There was a nice selection of tapas/pinxtos on the counter, but we chose a salad & a small oxtail stew from the menu. It was really tasty but we did think that the portions were a little small.

Recommended by a local hotel concierge. Hard to find because the google map location is off by 140 yards (130m). It is located right across from Hotel Hospedería de Los Parajes. Look up with its address to find the accurate location. Just had a northern Spain style paella - seafood with squid black ink at 9€ and tuna salad with fresh tomatoes and corns at 6€. Can't beat the price and quality of taste.

Great atmosphere and food. Very fast and friendly service. They were very helpful with my broken Spanish. The patatas bravas are spicy, hot and awesome!

Unfriendly staff, wine was good but Pintxos were rubbish and old. Did not finish them. Would not recommend.

A tale of two meals. Arrived for our reservation and were promptly seated. A server came and asked us for our order. We wanted to put in an appetizer/salad and study the menu further. He said that he had to put our order in now as he had to serve a table of 8-12 sitting next to us. For a restaurant of this caliber we were quite put off. Not to go all out "Karen & Kevin" we put in our order. My wife ordered the baby lamb chops and I the venison covered in mushrooms. We asked how the chef preferred to cook the lamb to which our server said medium well. It was our mistake to take his advice. My venison was near perfect. The lamb nearly inedible. The lamb was dry and tough and flavorless. It ruined our 41st anniversary. AVOID THIS PLACE!!!!

Best meal of our short trip to this region. Some of the other places in town need to take lessons from this restaurant. The waiter was extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the wine. We have the goat confit and the fish. Both were cooked to perfection. Cannot fault this place, 5/5 all round.

Great location at the heart of Laguardia’s old town, with very pleasant outdoor sitting area. Everything we tried was delicious and the service was fast, efficient and very friendly.

We are 4 friends from England, we loved this hotel, beautiful rooms, comfy beds, fabulous rain showers and all the staff were friendly and very helpful. A lovely location in the centre of LaGuardia, but very peaceful in this hotel. Breakfast was excellent and we had dinner twice , delicious food and great wines

The lamb chops and grouper were extraordinary. Very pleasant and beautiful dining room, totally reasonable pricing, the owner was very helpful in suggesting glasses of local wine. It's exactly the kind of experience we were looking for in the Rioja region.

Wonderful food - especially the lamb chops - try and get a table outside in the Square and hopefully while you’re eating, the giant cuckoo clock will entertain you. Roberto was an amazing waiter.

Estupendo! We ordered the fish of the day and it was great. The food was prepared with care and the service was very nice. We also got a good adviced on the wine. We enjoyed a lovely evening here!

What an absolute wee gem, the owners are so proud of their produce especially those from their family vineyard. Everything was beautifully prepared and presented, we went heavy on the in season vegetables chargrilled and then the pig cheeks followed by the local speciality Cuajada and the Custard. A brilliant atmosphere with a relaxing approach to customer service. 💫💫💫💫💫

Absolutely epic meal. Had initially found it on Google maps and then a friendly tourist seeing us hunt for lunch late in the afternoon suggested it so it was meant to be. And wow how delicious! The 35 euro lunch set is incredible value. The tomato salad was out of this world, the lamb chops so tender and flavourful and the selection of desserts were vast for such a small resto. Service was super friendly and warm and fast and that bottle of Rioja to go with everything was just so so delightful. Muchas gracias por todo!

We stopped by for lunch and tried the Txuleton and Lamb Chops. We loved the zucchini salad and baby romaine salad for starters. Steak was a bit chewy and lambs chops were smoked perfectly. Set lunch includes bottle of wine, coffee and dessert.

Very cozy and lovely place! We didn't have a reservation, but the owner found us a table. Thank you for that and for your hospitality. The service was excellent, and the waiter was very polite and helpful in suggesting dishes. For starters, we had a plate of regional cheese—delicious! We also had a tomato salad; the tomatoes were so fresh and tasted wonderful. For the main course, we had the "chiuleta de vaca Gallega" with a pinch of black salt. The meat was very tasty, tender, and juicy. It was served with salad and French fries. We loved it! Highly recommend this place!😁

Small romantic place with great food and very friendly staff. We had peppers filled with tuna, tomato salad, and grilled fish. Sea bass was beautifully cooked and very juicy. Highly recommend.

Very good food, very good service, very good wines🤗 A little tip though! Invest in better meatknives 👍🏼

We were fortunate to get into this restaurant for lunch today. Very responsive on WhatsApp for making a reservation. I dropped in a few days prior and paid the deposit. The website caught the attention of my husband because we have a vineyard in Sonoma. The service was excellent- very attentive, friendly and the food was impeccable. As others did, recommend the tuna with peppers starter. It is similar to the consistency of a dolma - delicious tuna wrapped in a pepper with the best crunchy topping and drenched in yummy olive oil and balsamic. The cod Rioja style was delicious. Cooked perfectly and the local desert was perfect. Highly recommend. Wonderful food. Great wine.

went there today lunch time, 11th March, does’nt look open at all. 🧐 opened late that night, drinks only, seems to have changed somewhat. no Tapas.

Just outstanding! Thank you 😊

Mercifully not as one might think of an Irish bar. It has lots of memorabilia relating to stout, which, I think, is a good thing. Everything else is very Spanish, which is also a good thing! Great tapas and drinks are very reasonable. Great atmosphere as well, usually seems to be full of locals having a good time. Highly recommended.