Huerta de San Rafael

Córdoba

Huerta de San Rafael
Huerta de San Rafael
Huerta de San Rafael
Huerta de San Rafael

The bustle and noise of central Córdoba fade away with a visit to this quiet residential area with tree-lined streets and local amenities.

Huerta de San Rafael is a small neighbourhood just north of the centre of Córdoba in the district of Norte-Sierra. Walk along its peaceful streets to get a sense of typical homes and daily pastimes for citizens of this Andalucían region.

Stop at restaurants and taverns frequented by locals to enjoy tapas and cocktails.Try specialties such as the Cordoban salmorejo, a creamier version of chilled gazpacho thickened with breadcrumbs and topped with boiled egg, delightfully refreshing on hot days typical during the area’s summer months. Snack on just a few tapas selections or create a full meal of braised oxtail, egg and potato tortilla, flamenquínes (deep-fried, thin-sliced ham) and other local specialties. Order wine, beer or sangria to accompany your meal or savour during a relaxing evening.

As you travel from the centre of Córdoba to Huerta de San Rafael, notice the large open area with a tall column along the southern side of the Avenue of Liberty. This is the Monument to the Victims of Terrorism (Monumento victimas del terrorismo). A statue Estatua Séneca y Nerón honours two local policemen María Angeles García García and Soledad Navarro, who died while trying to capture Italo-Argentinean anarchists who robbed the Bank of Santander on December 18, 1996. This act of violence and terrorism was highly unusual in the generally peaceful city of Córdoba. The site was dedicated in 2012.

The neighbourhood of Huerta de San Rafael starts here at the Avenue of Liberty. To the west is Huerta de la Reina. Wander through its Jardín Virgen de la Estrella on your return to the centre of Córdoba. You can drive to Huerta de San Rafael in 11 minutes from the centre of Cordoba. It takes just a few minutes longer to get here on foot, so leave your car at your hotel and enjoy the walk on a pleasant day.


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Top hotels in Huerta de San Rafael

Hotel Córdoba Center

Hotel Córdoba Center

4 out of 5
Avenida de la Libertad, 4, Córdoba, Cordoba
The price is €84 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
€84
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Hotel is very modern, clean and comfortable. Infinity pool on the roof deck was awesome. Centrally located property walking distance to train station 5 min and city center 7 minutes. Rooms are spacious and comfortable. Staff is friendly and speaks. Breakfast buffet is great."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Hotel Córdoba Center
H10 Palacio Colomera

H10 Palacio Colomera

4 out of 5
Plaza de las Tendillas, 3, Córdoba
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €131 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€131
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (906 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel. Great location - ten minute walk through the old town to the cathedral"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

H10 Palacio Colomera
Eurostars Palace Hotel

Eurostars Palace Hotel

5 out of 5
Paseo de la Victoria, s/n, Córdoba, Cordoba
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €89 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€89
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Personal muy amable, las habitaciones son espaciosas, la cama y almohadas super cómodas, el baño amplio. La zona de la piscina muy bonita, perfecta para pasar un rato agradable con un bar con buen servicio las chicas muy amables. En general muy recomendable"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Eurostars Palace Hotel
Hotel Casa Museo de la Mezquita

Hotel Casa Museo de la Mezquita

2 out of 5
Plaza Santa Catalina, 1, Córdoba, Cordoba
The price is €41 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
€41
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (942 reviews)
"Espectacular"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Hotel Casa Museo de la Mezquita
Eurostars Maimónides Hotel

Eurostars Maimónides Hotel

3 out of 5
Torrijos 4, Córdoba, Cordoba
The price is €55 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
€55
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (934 reviews)
Great 2 night stay in Cordoba.
"Great location. Right opposite the Mesquita Mosque/Cathedral. Parking available in the basement of the hotel. A decent breakfast selection. Nice decor and comfy beds. Great value for money."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Eurostars Maimónides Hotel
Sercotel Córdoba Medina Azahara

Sercotel Córdoba Medina Azahara

3 out of 5
Avenida Medina Azahara 7, Córdoba, Cordoba
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €57 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€57
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Córdoba. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (834 reviews)
Good location but I would not book again
"The hotel is on a busy road. Small rooms but comfortable. The issue we had was that the first room we were given had a smell of canal/toilet coming from the air conditioning system. When I went to complain and asked to be moved the person at the reception was not friendly at all and told me they ..."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Sercotel Córdoba Medina Azahara
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Other neighbourhoods around Huerta de San Rafael

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Centro Comercial

If you're spending some time in Centro Comercial, Cordoba Grand Theater and Tendillas Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

Centro Comercial

Cercadilla-Medina Azahara

When in Cercadilla-Medina Azahara, you can plan a visit to Cordoba Grand Theater and Cordoba Bull Ring, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cercadilla-Medina Azahara
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Vial Norte

Some popular features of Vial Norte include its historical sites and bars. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Cordoba Grand Theater or Tendillas Plaza are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Vial Norte
Marques de Viana Palace which includes a square or plaza

San Miguel-Capuchinos

Historical sites, spas and gardens are some highlights of San Miguel-Capuchinos. Make a stop by San Miguel Church or Cristo de los Faroles while you're exploring.

San Miguel-Capuchinos
Cordoba featuring a park

Distrito Centro

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Distrito Centro is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Tendillas Plaza or Plaza de la Corredera.

Distrito Centro
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San Andrés-San Pablo

While San Andrés-San Pablo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Plaza de la Corredera and Tendillas Plaza.

San Andrés-San Pablo

Huerta de San Rafael

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