The Countryside Hotel El Molino del Rio is located at the foot of the Sierra del Gavilan in the highlands of northwest Spain. In the picturesque landscape of natural space that makes up the river canyon Argos (Lower Cretaceous). It is one of the few places in the world where you can observe the rhythmicity of strata 135 million years old






This countryside hotel is surrounded by mountains ( some of them are the highest in the region from 1500 to 2000 mtr. high.) and varied difficulty hiking paths. A walk along the river is a treat for the senses, not only for the sound of water but for the amount of flora and fauna that can be seen in this protected natural area. Geologists, paleontologists and ornithologists will find a small paradise.

This boutique hotel is located only 4 km from the old road to Granada and 10 km from Caravaca de la Cruz, a monumental city full of legends and traditions. Caravaca de la Cruz is the 5th holy city in the world and is celebrating its next Holy Year 2010.
The pilgrimage to the Basílica can be done from El Molino del Río by the old road, one of the most accessible hiking trails and access to the charming city.