Reviews of Botánico Casa Rural
8 Calle Cuesta de Belén, 11630 Arcos de la Frontera, Spain
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Reviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe design, very clean and tidy, great communication with owner.
Walking uphill in the heat but it’s not the place fault
Reviewed: 11 July 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewFriendly hosts, beautifully renovated hotel, stunning location.
Thanks for your review. We’re glad you enjoyed your staying with us. ¡Hasta pronto! Sergio y Massimo
Reviewed: 17 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThis home is absolutely beautiful! Decorations are amazing! Our room was very comfortable with access to a great common area and rooftop patio full of plants. Mossimo, our host was very friendly and provided a nice breakfast. He also gave us a history of the home renovation which was fascinating. We would highly recommend this property.
Thanks for your review. We are glad you had a good time with us and enjoyed our home. Best regards. Sergio y Massimo
Reviewed: 4 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewWhere to begin?! This is one of these places where everything is so well-thought out: the rooms are stunning and spotless, the beds are comfy, the bath products are of the highest quality, there’s a roof terrace and a balcony, etc etc. But the greatest aspect of the place was our host: Massimo. He is just a gorgeous person inside and out. He goes above and beyond, is incredibly knowledgable about, not only Andalusia, but other regions of Spain, and has such a warm presence that you feel at home right away. The breakfast that Massimo provides is done with such care, he bakes his own bread, magdalenas, and preserves, and grinds you some fresh coffee in the mornings. It’s a level of hospitality that you could never expect. We loved absolutely everything about Casa Rural Botanico. It’s perfectly situated in the old town of Arcos and for exploring the surrounding Pueblos Blancos and the national park.
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Thanks a lot for your review. It makes really worthy working to keep home open to the world. Hope you had a great prosecution of your holiday in Spain. Best regards. Massimo y Sergio.
Reviewed: 3 June 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 1 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe house is beautifully decorated. Spotless clean and comfortable. Location is great. The hosts are friendly, and very helpful. The homemade breakfast was delicious as well as other items from their menu that we tried. Sunsets from their terrace are breathtaking. We'd love to come back!
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And we would be very pleased to welcome you again at home with us. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Best regards. Sergio y Massimo
Reviewed: 21 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewIt is an amazing place to stay, in the heart of the historic center in the Arcos de la Frontera, just few meters away from the main attraction - Basílica de Santa María. Top experience, the most welcoming host in Spain. Top aesthetics place to spend the nights. The breakfast is hand made!
Nothing at all. I would recommend anybody to stay there, the reality is even more warm and nice.
Thomas thanks for your note here and in the guest book. It was a pleasure hosting you at home. Καλημέρα! Massimo y Sergio
Reviewed: 12 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful remodeled old home and lovely hosts! Perfect location that was totally worth a bit of a walk from the carpark!
Reviewed: 9 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThis is why you travel- these hosts have poured their hearts out renovating a beautiful old building and giving it new life with fabulous touches. The breakfast was all hand made and delicious. There’s a hotel discount at the main parking structure if you get the ticket stamped at the hotel. Massimo even gave us a wonderful recommendation for ice cream in Cadiz our next stop. Just book this place and enjoy browsing the art and the genuine hospitality. It’s less than a 5 minute walk from everything you want to see in the town. Highest marks.
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Many thanks Drew. A pleasure sharing home with someone that is really enjoying travelling and know different point of view (and love the duke). Wherever you want to return we’ll be glad to host you. Best regards. Massimo y Sergio.
Reviewed: 22 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewVery attentive and friendly hotel manager. Great place to stay in the very heart of old city. Roof terras. Enjoyed healthy breakfast with other guests. Waterboiler, coffee and tea in room. Place to return to.
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Thank you Marc for your review. It was such a pleasure spending a little time talking with you. Glad you had a good souvenir of us. Best regards. Sergio y Massimo
Reviewed: 22 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewWe had a delightful stay at Botánico Casa Rural. Our hosts, Sergio and Massimo, made us feel right at home and were available to answer any questions we had. The accommodation is well located, beautifully decorated, clean and comfortable. Quality toiletries were a nice touch. We opted for breakfast (€10 pp), which was excellent - local and/or homemade bread, preserves, sweets, cheese, ham, fruit & yogurt, with orange juice and coffee. A paid underground parking garage is a 10 minute walk away and there are a several good dinner options within a block or two. Highly recommend staying here for a visit to Arcos de la Frontera!
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Thank you Melinda for your nice review. We are delighted to eat you enjoyed so much staying home with us. Best regards. Sergio y Massimo
Reviewed: 21 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewWonderful accommodation in the middle of Arcos, close to many restaurants and shops. The room was bright and clean. And the hosts were very warm and welcoming. The home cooked breakfast was a really nice touch!
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Chiara was a pleasure having you at home with us sharing the best view of our wonderful Semana Santa. Un abbraccio. Sergio y Massimo
Reviewed: 17 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThis is an updated, renovated beautiful place to stay in a historic old house. The decor is artfully done and the hosts are wonderful. The location is in the old part of town with lots of bars and restaurants. Excellent overall!
¡Hola Bryan! Thanks for your review. It was a short but lovely time spent with you. Maybe next time you’ll play for us 🥰. Sergio y Massimo
Reviewed: 10 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 31 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 1 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewIt was gorgeous. So tastefully furnished. Excellent location to explore Arcos de la Frontera. The hosts were absolutely charming .
Thank You Robert, for your review and the message you leave in the room too. We’re glad you enjoyed staying with us at home. Hope to see you again. Sergio y Massimo
Reviewed: 6 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful house with carefully curated restoration, art and - of course- the beautiful plants! The terrace was beautiful, with lovely views including the castillo. Massimo and Sergio were superb hosts - incredibly thoughtful and charming. They rescued us when we had no dinner booking for New Year’s Eve. Massimo’s fresh baked bread and pastries set us up for the day’s explorations. Amazing place and hosts.
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Thank You Vivien. Was such a pleasure having you and your lovely family with us those special days. We wish you’ll treasure this souvenir of us and Arcos. Hugs to all of you. Massimo & Sergio
Reviewed: 1 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 3 November 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewBeautiful old building, very tastefully renovated and decorated.
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Reviewed: 16 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewBeautiful small property close to the cathedral in the center of the old city. Lots of beautifully curated vintage and antique furnishings. Thick walls made out room very quiet.
Vehicle access and parking restricted near the property check with the owner for guidance about where to park.
Thank you Harry. It was a pleasure having with us, we are glad you enjoyed too. Regards. Sergio y Massimo
Reviewed: 15 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewLocation. Owners. Ambiance. Breakfast was great
The translation through booking com about arrival was not clear. Booking com said there was parking but there wasn’t and walk from drop off point was up a bñfairly large hill Making it very difficult for our handicapped son
Ho Jeffrey. Thanks for your review. We are sorry for the problem you experienced. We give direct detailed information as we know that booking and google maps can be unclear. Regards Sergio y Massimo
Reviewed: 7 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewBeautifully renovated 14 th century building in an excellent location. Mossimo and Sergio did a most excellent job of renovating and decorating this beautiful old property. We had a terrific breakfast prepared by Mossimo that greatly contributed to our great stay at the Botanico Rural. Mossimo was the best host you could ever ask for. My brother forget his passport in his room and didn’t realize until we were 2 hours away. Mossimo arranged to have it sent to our next location so my brother could have it the next day. He was amazing!!! I highly recommend Botanico Rural. It is an amazing property with an amazing host!!!
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Thank you Samuel. Sergio and I were pleased to share home with you. So glad we could resolve the small accident as soon as possible. Best regards. Massimo
Reviewed: 22 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewMassimo was the most gracious host that really cared about me while I was riding my bike through the August heat, welcomed me with a big jug of cold water and provided a safe space to store my bicycle. He also made sure I could leave early the next morning to avoid the midday heat. The property is beautifully renovated and right in the heart of Arcos de la Frontera. You leave the doorstep and are in the middle of everything. Just beautiful!
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Reviewed: 1 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewBeautiful from moment stepped inside with a lovely warm welcome, renovated with heart and soul of owners. Beautiful breakfast
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Thanks Jill! Such a pleasure sharing home with you and your nice family. We’ll be here this fall whenever you’ll decide to enjoy other seasons and views. Regards. Massimo&Sergio