San Fernando

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San Fernando
“La Isla del Sur” is a beautiful town off the coast of Cadiz with fascinating historical buildings and proximity to a vast natural park.

Although it is actually a peninsula in the heart of the Bay of Cadiz, San Fernando is often called “The Island of the South.”. This historic town of well-preserved old buildings is surrounded by a protected coastal wetland habitat. Go on long walks through the scenic countryside and visit places where Spanish history was made.

Explore the Castle of Romualdo, close to the center of town. The 13th-century structure is a ribat, an Islamic building used as a place of worship and as a fortress. Go on a guided tour of the Royal Institute and Observatory of the Navy, which was established in 1753 and lays claim to being the oldest astronomical observatory in the country.

Visit the Plaza del Rey for the Casa Consistorial, a magnificent neoclassical building that serves as the town hall. The first Supreme Court of Spain was founded here, in 1813. Go to the Main Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, where in 1810 the representatives of the first Constitutional Court in Spain were sworn in. Discover more of the city's past inside the Municipal History Museum of San Fernando and the San Fernando Naval Museum.

San Fernando’s historical attractions are only a part of its charms. There is also a lot of beautiful scenery to explore in the Bahia de Cadiz Natural Park that surrounds the town. Hike through a landscape of marshes, salt flats and dunes and head to the beaches of the Playa de Camposoto and the Playa de Levante for watersports, swimming and sunbathing. Nestled in a part of Spain that receives more than 3,000 hours of sunshine per annum, San Fernando's beaches can be enjoyed for at least 6 months of the year.

Witness more of nature's beauty in the Botanical Garden of San Fernando, a showcase of plants that grow in different environments in the province of Cadiz.

From the Spanish mainland take a bus, train, taxi or rental car to reach San Fernando, a destination of outstanding scenery and fascinating buildings from the past.

Where to stay in San Fernando

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Centro Comercial Bahía Sur

4/5(1 area review)

Centro Comercial Bahía Sur is well liked for many features, particularly its beaches, historical sites and golf courses. Though there may not be top sights in Centro Comercial Bahía Sur, consider stopping by Monumento a Camaron de la Isla or Playa de Cortadura, located nearby.

Centro Comercial Bahía Sur
Hotel Puertobahia & Spa
Hotel Puertobahia & Spa
4 out of 5
Avenida Paz 38, Playa Valdelagrana, El Puerto de Santa Maria, Cadiz
The price is RM288 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
RM288
per night
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in El Puerto de Santa Maria. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Naval Station Rota ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (457 reviews)
"The Hotel Puertobahia is great hotel to spend a few days relaxing. The amenities are wonderful and the rooms comfortable. Buffet breakfast had a good selection of items at a reasonable price. The only negative comment I will make is that the reception area seems to have a lot of staff standing chatting ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2023

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Cadiz Bahia Hotel
Cadiz Bahia Hotel
4 out of 5
Glorieta Ana Orantes 5, Cádiz
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The price is RM400 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
RM400
per night
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cádiz. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (230 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel right by the Atlantic Ocean. A few restaurants and bars nearby, as well as a convenience store. Quiet and easy access to taxis or the hop-on, hop-off bus."

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2024

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Parador De Cadiz
Parador De Cadiz
4 out of 5
Avda. Duque de Nájera, 9, Cádiz, Cadiz
The price is RM831 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
RM831
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Cádiz. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (842 reviews)
"Beautiful facility with gorgeous views over the Atlantic. Breakfast was the best I’ve ever enjoyed at a hotel. Rooms are big and comfy with a private furnished balcony with sea views. This Parrador is so worth a visit!"

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2024

Parador De Cadiz
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Aparthotel ILUNION Sancti Petri
Aparthotel ILUNION Sancti Petri
4 out of 5
Carretera Loma De Sancti Petri, Chiclana de la Frontera, Cadiz
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Chiclana de la Frontera. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, breakfast, and WiFi. Popular attractions La Barrosa Beach and Playa de ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (126 reviews)
Good Enough
"This place was good for the price. Not a fancy place but clean and comfortable. A good 3 star resort."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2023

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Plaza de la Luz Cádiz
Plaza de la Luz Cádiz
3 out of 5
C/ Corralón de los Carros, 62, Cádiz, Cadiz
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Cádiz. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 beach bars, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (599 reviews)
"Very clean, excellent location."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Plaza de la Luz Cádiz
Hotel El Armador Casa Palacio
Hotel El Armador Casa Palacio
3 out of 5
Calle Ancha 7, Cádiz
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Cádiz. Enjoy free WiFi, a terrace, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (344 reviews)
"Súper recomendable. Estuvimos en el penthouse o ático. Un departamento de dos habitaciones y dos baños con una gran terraza que da a la calle. La decoración, las camas, la cocina equipada completa incluso con lava ropas, todo muy recomendable. La atencion del personal de recepción muy atento a todas ..."

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2024

Hotel El Armador Casa Palacio
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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