Vacation Rental Description
Baraka is an oasis in the old city. It is on a pedestrian cobblestone street and has been renovated adding contemporary comfort to its historic charm. The only sounds breaking the silence are birdsong and church bells. Our three comfortable, welcoming rooms have coffee & tea making facilities as well as individual bathrooms. All rooms have access to the enchanting patio and terrace with fabulous views.
ROOMS:
Warda (rose): As the name suggests Warda (Arabic for Rose) is a cosy room with a double bed and a shower in the bathroom. The paintings decorating the walls are done by a local artist and the owner. A French window with black grills looks at the pedestrian cobblestone lane. A few steps lead into a traditional courtyard ablaze with colors, Sevillana tiles, Moroccan wall lamps, flowing plants, hanging ivy and a fountain transporting the visitor to an enchanting bygone era.
77 euros per night and 97 for Semana Santa (Easter week) and Goyesca (2nd week in September). This price is for double occupancy.
Safra (yellow): A sunny, cheerful and spacious room with 2 single beds (that can be put together) and a shower in the bathroom. Again the wall paintings are done by an artist friend and the owner. One window overlooks the patio and you can enjoy a drink and conversation watching the mountains from the other window.
77 euros per night and 97 for Semana Santa (Easter week) and Goyesca (2nd week in September). This price is for double occupancy. Rriple occupancy is for a minimum of 2 nights and is 97 euros per night.
Salama (peace and well being): Salama is a new addition to Baraka. Previously the quarters of the owner, it is now converted to a suite, a completely self sufficient unit with a separate bedroom with a double bed where you can have your coffee/tea watching the sunrise over the mountains.
The bathroom has a large bath. The living room has a sofa that converts to a double bed. It has a TV and CD and DVD players and a bookcase full of books! Salama offers a special space for the traveler.
102 euros per night and 122 euros for Semana Santa (week of Easter) and the Goyesca (2nd week in September).
The use of the sofa bed is an additional 20 euros.
Parking is on the street nearby. However, the town council has created car free zones in the old town and street parking is limited. Baraka has made provisions for the guests to park their cars at the Plaza de Socorro underground parking (secure) for a daily discounted price of 12€.
Facilities
Coffee & Tea Making Facilities, Patio, Terrace, CD
Further Details: (Amenities)
Ronda is known for its natural beauty but also for its gastronomic delights. There is a wide range of eateries, from very traditional tapas bars to a 1 star Michelin star restaurant.
There are two public swimming pools that are open through the summer months. One is 10 minutes walk (5 minutes by car) from Baraka.
Thai massage is available for the guests of Baraka, to be enjoyed in the privacy of your room. Please make reservations ahead of time.
A museum and a casino offer the delights of flamenco dancing and music.
Several centers cater to yoga, pilate and dancing.
Activities
- Horse Riding
- Mountain Biking
Baraka is a perfect base for exploring the famous Pueblos Blancos (White Villages) of Spain and within driving distance of the Costa del Sol (45 minutes), Sevilla (1.5 hours) and Granada (2 hours). Our Bed and Breakfast Hotel in the centre of Ronda provides affordable rooms for Discerning Travellers
Baraka is ideally located for exploring the old city, enjoying its numerous squares full of outdoor cafes or indulging in painting, hiking, biking, photography and horse riding.
Baraka is only two minutes walk from the famous Ronda Bridge or Puente Nuevo (New Bridge) and a few minutes walk from all the monuments of the old city yet completely insulated from the hustle and bustle of Ronda town.
Travel Options
- Travel Info: From Sevilla - A-376 (1.5 hours): You enter Ronda from the north west at Avenida Doctor Fleming. This turns into Calle Virgen de la Paz. Pass the Plaza de Toros (right) and cross the bridge. Take the first left, Calle Santo Domingo. This is a cobblestone street going downhill. It naturally veers to the right. The road forks at the fountain which is against the wall on the right: the main road (left) keeps going downhill while the pedestrian one (right, Calle Ruedo Doña Elvira) goes uphill and veers to the right. Baraka is on the right.