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Spain is the perfect destination for adventurers, gourmands but also for art lovers. From centuries-old festivals to entertainment offered by the island of Ibiza, from moorish or roman art and architecture to Picasso and Juan Miro, travelers are given a unique diversity. Spain is a country in constant transformation - high-speed railways have conquered the country's mountainous terrain and large cities are equipped with modern railroads and subways, which confirms the prosperity of its economy. But with modernity will find lands where time seems to stand still, where roman columns rise into the blue sky and the ruins of arab tower guard vigil the vast landscape. Geographical diversity may surprise tourists which identify Spain by beaches and coastal tourism. In this country you will find everything from plains and green valleys, hills and...

snowy mountains in the north to almost desert regions in the south. In southern and western parts of the territory the white sand beaches awaits you, and in the volcanic origin island of Canary Islands you will find black sand beaches. With millions of travelers coming to Spain yearly, the country has become one of the most important tourist destination in the world and third place as popularity in Europe.
The most popular destination in Spain is Madrid, a city that seems to never sleep. Becase of its central location, Madrid has an excellent communication network with the provincial areas. Barcelona is probably a favorite tourist destination, famous for its impressive architecture of Gaudi, cosmopolitan atmosphere and best beaches for watersports. Our stock of low cost hotels in Barcelona is concentrated in the central areas of the city and is sure to provide you with a good discount accommodation option for your stay. When adding new hotels to our list we look for cheap, central Barcelona accommodation that still maintain a good quality of service.

Spain's main Tourist Attractions:

• Explore Madrid. Prado is a paradise for art lovers. "Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía" is centered on modern art and shelters the famous Guernica by Picasso. Also do not miss the Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, the Royal Palace, the atmosphere around Puerta del Sol and Madrid's historic square, Plaza Mayor.
• Let yourself surrounded by the atmosphere of Barcelona, from the crowded streets of Barri Gotic (Gothic Quarter) to nineteenth-century Eixample district, where there are many buildings of Gaudi. Stroll along Rambla, the old Barceloneta and beach shore. Highlights include the Sagrada Familia (Holy Family), Seu (the old cathedral), the Episcopal Palace and the Palau de la Generalitat. Take the funicular to Tibidabo, or the cable car to Montjuic.
• Visit the famous Guggenheim Museum which transformed the city of Bilbao in the main attraction of the Basque Country. The museum is regarded as an architectural masterpiece of the twentieth century. The historical center has a Gothic cathedral and an interesting town hall.
• Visit Santiago Calatrava's City of Arts and Science Park in Valencia. L'Hemisferic is an amazing glass structure, which houses a planetarium, an IMAX dome and a laserium. Visit the cathedral of Valencia, who claims to accommodate the Holy Grail.
• Go to Pamplona even if its beyond the holiday season. The main attractions are the walled old quarter, the renaissance cathedral and the imposing citadel.
• Try the atmosphere of ancient Rome at the the ruins of Merida. Other important Roman remains are located in Tarragona and Italica, near Seville.
• Visit Seville, Spain's romantic soul, the city of Don Juan and Carmen. The cathedral here is the largest gothic building in the world. The Alcazar is a great example of moorish architecture. Wander the streets of the old hebrew neighborhood and taste the "tapas" in one of the bars.
• Discover the magic of the Alhambra palace in Granada, the fortress built by Nasrid leaders in XIIIth and XIVth centuries. The fortress rises majestically above the town of the victorious christians and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Spain.
• South of Madrid lies the old spanish capital, Toledo, dominated by the cathedral and the Alcazar. The city of El Geco, Toledo hosts many famous paintings, including The Burial of the Count of Orgaz, in the church of Santo Tome.
• The city of Avila is on UNESCO's World Heritage list, because of its eleventh century walls. Here St. Teresa was born.
• Do not miss Salamanca, the ancient university city with many beautiful Renaissance buildings, built in the style called Churrigueresque. Visit the unusual Museo Art Nouveau y Art Deco, which holds a fascinating collection of art objects from the first half of the twentieth century.
• Spoil yourself on the beaches of Balearic Islands - Majorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera, with no rival when it comes to relaxation, sun, fun, sea and sand.
• Run with the bulls at San Fermin festival in Pamplona. The famous "Pamplona Bull Run" takes place on the city streets in July and attracts a huge number of tourists.
• Feel the passion of flamenco in Andalusia and especially in the city of Seville.
• Follow the steps of pilgrims towards Santiago de Compostela, a pilgrimage center since the early Middle Ages and a UNESCO World Heritage place. The main attraction is the Gothic cathedral completed in 1188.
• Explore Spain's natural beauty and rich wildlife in the national and regional parks, which offers hiking trails, wetlands, coastal dunes, isolated mountain peaks and Atlantic beaches.
• Conquer the top of a mountain - more difficult climbs can be made on Naranjo Bulnes in the Picos de Europa and Monte Perdido Ordesa National Park.
• Vias Verdes are railroad tracks with picturesque scenery, which you can be ridden by bicycle. Mountain biking is a sport with a growing popularity and there are plenty of routes.
• Facilities for swimming, water skiing and windsurfing await you in nearly all seaside resorts. The main destination for windsurfing is Tarifa, the place where world championships are organized.
• You will find excellent facilities for fishing on the rivers from Pyrenees and Picos de Europa, and the trout can be found in most waters in Spain. Permits are issued by regional authorities.
• Golf is a very popular sport especially at Costa del Sol and La Manga. Valderrama, located south of Madrid, is known in particular. In total, Spain has over 200 golf courses.
• Spain has many natural ski slopes, all blessed with sunshine and clear skies. There are five main ski areas, among those to notice Pyrenees and Cantabria.

A variety of hotel accommodation is available including apartment-hotels, hotel-residencias and resorts. Further information on cheap accommodation in Spain and the latest hotel rates & availability can be obtained doing a search for cheap reservations from the left side form. Most accommodation in Spain is provided in hotels, rated from 1 to 5 stars, or hostels and pensiones, rated from 1 to 3 stars. There is always a good idea to make a reservation in advance especially for the duration of festivals or at popular resorts located on the coast, strating from spring till October. Pensiones are very common all over Spain and vary in facilities and amenities provided from very affordable and cheap to relatively luxurious. Those are commonly managed by the family and provide bed and breakfast only.