Hotels in Avilés
Avilés is a compact old-town city on Asturias' Costa Verde, built around Plaza de España and a working harbour. Its hotels range from a 17th-century palace to family-run guesthouses, all within walking distance of the Óscar Niemeyer Cultural Centre and Ferrera Park.
Avilés sits on Spain's northern Atlantic coast, in Asturias, where a Baroque old town of arcaded squares meets a working port and the wide, curved architecture of the Óscar Niemeyer International Cultural Centre across the estuary. Staying here means a short walk from Plaza de España to the harbour, with Ferrera Park and the 17th-century Palacio de Avilés marking the edges of the historic centre. Hotels cluster around the old town and along the estuary, from a converted noble palace to modern aparthotels with kitchenettes near Calle Galiana. Families find space and gardens on the edges of town, while couples and city-break travellers stay central for restaurants, bars and the walk to the coast at Salinas, five minutes away by car.
Avilés in numbers
City BreakApartamentos La Tata
Spa & WellnessLa Casita de El Montan Baja
Historic & PalaceHotel el Horreo de Avilés
City BreakPalacio de Avilés, Affiliated by Meliá
City BreakDon Pedro
Spa & WellnessHotel 40 Nudos
Spa & WellnessSUITE 1907 AVILES
Spa & WellnessOca Villa de Avilés Hotel
City BreakHotel Villalegre
Historic & PalaceHotel El Balcón
City BreakAlda Palacio Valdés
What to expect
- Old town centered on Plaza de España, arcaded and walkable
- Óscar Niemeyer Cultural Centre across the estuary, a striking modern landmark
- Ferrera Park and the 17th-century Palacio de Avilés on the historic edge
- Salinas beach and the Costa Verde coastline five minutes by car
- Working harbour and Plaza de España lined with cafés and tapas bars
- Easy day trips to Gijón and Oviedo along the A-8 motorway
Local tips
- ✓Base yourself in or near the old town if you want to walk everywhere, from the harbour to Plaza de España.
- ✓Rent a car for a morning at Salinas beach or the wider Costa Verde coastline, both a short drive away.
- ✓Visit outside peak summer weekends if you want the old town's terraces and bars without the crowds.
- ✓Check for on-site or private parking if you're driving in, since the historic centre has narrow streets.
- ✓Pair a stay here with a day trip to Gijón or Oviedo, both under 30 minutes by the A-8.
- ✓Book aparthotel-style rooms with kitchenettes if you're staying more than a couple of nights with family.
Where to stay
FAQ
Where should I stay in Avilés?
Most travelers base themselves in or near the old town, within walking distance of Plaza de España, the harbour, and the Óscar Niemeyer Cultural Centre. This area puts restaurants, bars, and Ferrera Park close by, while the edges of town offer quieter, more spacious options for families.
What types of accommodation does Avilés have?
Avilés mixes a handful of historic and boutique hotels, including a converted 17th-century palace, with modern mid-range hotels and self-catering aparthotels near the old town. Options range from central rooms a short walk from the harbour to family-sized apartments with kitchenettes further from the centre.
When is the best time to visit Avilés?
Late spring through early autumn brings the mildest weather on this stretch of the Cantabrian coast, with long days for exploring the old town and driving out to Salinas beach. Summer weekends draw the biggest crowds to the historic centre, so early autumn is quieter.
How far is Avilés from the beach?
Salinas beach, one of the Costa Verde's better-known stretches of coastline, is about a five-minute drive from the Avilés old town. Several hotels near the harbour and Plaza de España put the coast within easy reach without needing to stay directly on it.
Is Avilés a good base for exploring Asturias?
Yes: Avilés sits close to the A-8 motorway, putting Gijón and Oviedo both under half an hour away, alongside its own old town and coastline. It works well as a quieter base than either bigger city, with easy day trips in both directions.
Do Avilés hotels have parking?
Several hotels near the old town offer private or garage parking, useful given the narrow historic streets, while aparthotels on the edge of town more often include free off-site or street parking. It's worth checking directly if you plan to arrive by car.