Arcos de la Frontera Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Arcos de la Frontera spain is one of the most beautiful white village in Southern Spain. #LifeAtExpedia
Arcos de la Frontera spain is one of the most beautiful white village in Southern Spain. #LifeAtExpedia
Arcos sits dramatically perched atop a defensible limestone ridge. Makes since, given that it came to prominence as a frontier town for the Moors in the 12th century. The old town is a charming mix of whitewashed houses and stone walls set amid a labyrinth of narrow, cobbled streets. Stay a night or two at a small hotel in the old town and spend the day wandering about.
Saint Peter watching over his flock. The 18th-century facade is a Baroque design plastered onto a 14th-century church, that itself was built atop the remains of an Arab fortress.
At the apex of Arcos' old town stands this odd 16th-century church. The building dates from the 14th century, but when renovations were performed in the 16th century the outdated Mudejar style was jettisoned in favor of late Gothic, including an ornate Plateresque doorway on the west side. In the 18th century a Baroque belfry was added, completing this eclectic church. Unfortunately, the large town square in front of the church has been repurposed as the town's largest car park, marring the view a bit.
Parador De Arcos De La Frontera

Parador De Arcos De La Frontera

4 out of 5
Plaza del Cabildo s/n Arcos de la Frontera Cadiz
The price is AU$146 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$146
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Arcos de la Frontera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (239 reviews)
A delightful hotel in a superb location. We upgraded to a room with a balcony and view over the countryside and enjoyed that feature. Dinner and breakfast both were delicious and expertly served.

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Parador De Arcos De La Frontera
Posada de las Cuevas

Posada de las Cuevas

3 out of 5
Calle Alta, 1 Arcos de la Frontera
The price is AU$96 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$96
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Arcos de la Frontera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Castle of Arcos de la Frontera and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (126 reviews)
Charming hotel, clean room, good Wi-Fi. Hosts were very helpful. Location was fantastic. This is a unique property and I would not hesitate to recommend it to others.

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Posada de las Cuevas
Los Olivos

Los Olivos

3 out of 5
Paseo De Boliches, 30 Arcos de la Frontera Cadiz
The price is AU$129 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
AU$129
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Arcos de la Frontera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Castle of Arcos de la Frontera ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (184 reviews)
Great staff and lovely room. Amazing car park, very large and secure

Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025

Los Olivos
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Arcos Gardens Sol Rent Golf

Arcos Gardens Sol Rent Golf

4 out of 5
Carretera de Algar Km 3.5 Arcos de la Frontera Cádiz
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Arcos de la Frontera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Arcos Gardens Golf Club and Church ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Excellent place to stay and enjoy the area that has lots to offer

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2023

Arcos Gardens Sol Rent Golf
Pet friendly home in Arcos de la Frontera

Pet friendly home in Arcos de la Frontera

Arcos de la Frontera
Stay at this holiday home in Arcos de la Frontera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Arcos Gardens Golf Club and Church of San ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Good house, really close to community pool

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025

Pet friendly home in Arcos de la Frontera
Palace House "La Casa Empeño" in Historic Center

Palace House "La Casa Empeño" in Historic Center

Arcos de la Frontera Andalusia
Stay at this holiday home in Arcos de la Frontera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Church of San Pedro and Plaza del Cabildo ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
This property was unreachable by car. The streets were too narrow to get through. When we asked the locals in this town how to get to our destination, they laughed. It was suggested that we leave our vehicle at the base of the town and take a taxi to the destination. There were no taxis available ...

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Palace House "La Casa Empeño" in Historic Center
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Popular places to visit

Arcos Gardens Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Arcos de la Frontera at Arcos Gardens Golf Club. Discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

Arcos Gardens Golf Club

Castle of Arcos de la Frontera

You can find out about the history of Arcos de la Frontera when you stop by Castle of Arcos de la Frontera. Discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

Castle of Arcos de la Frontera

Arcos De La Frontera Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Arcos De La Frontera Beach during your trip to Arcos de la Frontera? Discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

Arcos De La Frontera Beach

Huerta de Albala

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Huerta de Albala during your travels to Arcos de la Frontera. Discover the countryside in this quaint area.

Huerta de Albala

Plaza del Cabildo

You can find out about the history of Arcos de la Frontera when you stop by Plaza del Cabildo. Discover the countryside in this quaint area.

Plaza del Cabildo

Convento de las Mercedarias

Find out about the history of Arcos de la Frontera with a stop at Convento de las Mercedarias. Discover the countryside in this quaint area.

Convento de las Mercedarias

Activities

Descent towards Zahara de las Sierra

Cycling - Las Palomas Pass - Easy to Moderate Difficulty

AU$277
per adult
Cycling - Las Palomas Pass - Easy to Moderate Difficulty
Cadiz Private Shore Excursion: The White Washed Villages & Trafalgar Cape

Cadiz Private Shore Excursion: The White Washed Villages & Trafalgar Cape

AU$1,231
per traveller
Cadiz Private Shore Excursion: The White Washed Villages & Trafalgar Cape
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