La Casa del Presidente.

Built in the 1970s as the private residence of Adolfo Suárez—Spain’s first democratically elected prime minister after the dictatorship—this boutique hotel offers an intimate stay steeped in modern political history. Nestled directly against Ávila’s famous medieval walls, the stone-and-wood property features just ten elegantly styled rooms, some of which look out onto the UNESCO-listed ramparts. Guests check in at the former president’s preserved office before retreating to the peaceful rear garden, which features a rare outdoor pool set right against the historic fortifications. Dining is handled by the on-site Castilian restaurant, Caleña, making this refined retreat a highly characterful alternative to generic luxury hotels in the heart of the old city.