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Santa María Briones

37 Calle Concepción
Rated 9.6 in 406 reviews

Santa María Briones is a charming boutique hotel nestled in the picturesque wine region of La Rioja, Spain, specifically in the quaint village of Briones. This hotel offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern comfort, making it a perfect haven for travelers seeking both relaxation and cultural exploration. The building itself is a beautifully restored historical structure, showcasing traditional Spanish architecture that blends seamlessly with its serene surroundings.

Stepping into Santa María Briones, guests are greeted with elegantly designed interiors that reflect a harmonious balance between rustic charm and contemporary aesthetics. Each room is thoughtfully decorated to provide a welcoming retreat, offering comfortable furnishings and amenities that ensure a pleasant stay. The ambiance throughout the hotel is warm and inviting, encouraging guests to unwind and soak in the tranquil atmosphere.

The boutique hotel prides itself on its personalized service, catering to the individual needs and preferences of its guests. The dedicated staff is attentive and knowledgeable, eager to assist with recommendations on exploring the local attractions and indulging in the region's renowned culinary and wine experiences.

Santa María Briones also features a delightful restaurant that serves a variety of regional delicacies, showcasing fresh local produce paired superbly with exceptional wines from the surrounding vineyards. Guests can enjoy leisurely meals in the restaurant's cozy setting, or take advantage of the beautiful outdoor areas to dine al fresco.

With its ideal location, Santa María Briones serves as an excellent base for exploring the rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes of La Rioja, offering a memorable experience deeply rooted in the traditions of Spain's celebrated wine country.

Climate and Weather

January
 11°
 1°
 7°
 3
Sun hours / day
 24
Rain free days
February
 12°
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 7°
 4
Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
March
 15°
 4°
 10°
 5
Sun hours / day
 26
Rain free days
April
 17°
 6°
 12°
 6
Sun hours / day
 24
Rain free days
May
 21°
 9°
 16°
 7
Sun hours / day
 24
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June
 26°
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 20°
 9
Sun hours / day
 27
Rain free days
July
 30°
 16°
 22°
 10
Sun hours / day
 29
Rain free days
August
 29°
 16°
 22°
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Sun hours / day
 29
Rain free days
September
 25°
 13°
 20°
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Sun hours / day
 26
Rain free days
October
 19°
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 16°
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Sun hours / day
 25
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November
 13°
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 23
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December
 10°
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 24
Rain free days

Michelin Restaurants in Briones and near Santa María Briones

Bodega-Museo Vivanco de la Cultura del Vino
Bodega-Museo Vivanco de la Cultura del Vino
0.9km / 0.56mi
Church of Santa María la Mayor, San Vicente de la Sonsierra
Church of Santa María la Mayor, San Vicente de la Sonsierra
San Vicente de la Sonsierra
2.8km / 1.8mi
Castillo de Davalillo
Castillo de Davalillo
4.4km / 2.7mi
Monastery of Our Lady of Aritzeta
Monastery of Our Lady of Aritzeta
4.2km / 2.6mi
Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
Cultural property in Labastida, Spain
5.1km / 3.2mi
Hermitage of Santa María de La Piscina
Hermitage of Santa María de La Piscina
Church
6.2km / 3.8mi
Museo del Torreón, Haro
Museo del Torreón, Haro
6.2km / 3.9mi
Church of San Esteban
Church of San Esteban
Cultural property in Ábalos, Spain
6.9km / 4.3mi
Ermita de Orzales
Ermita de Orzales
7.7km / 4.8mi
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
7.3km / 4.5mi
Palacio de Bendaña o Paternina
Palacio de Bendaña o Paternina
6.1km / 3.8mi
Buradón
Buradón
Human settlement in Spain
9.3km / 5.8mi
Bilibio
Human settlement in Spain
9.7km / 6mi
Monastery of Santa María de Toloño
Monastery of Santa María de Toloño
Ruined monastery
8.7km / 5.4mi
Bergantzuko eliza/Iglesia de Berganzo
Bergantzuko eliza/Iglesia de Berganzo
11.6km / 7.2mi
Palacio de los Condes de Oñate
Palacio de los Condes de Oñate
10.7km / 6.6mi
Castle of Ocio
Castle of Ocio
Castle in Araba/Álava, Spain
12.6km / 7.8mi
Dolmen d'El Sotillo
Dolmen d'El Sotillo
Dolmen in Laguardia, Spain
13.9km / 8.6mi
Monasterio de Santa María de Herrera
Monasterio de Santa María de Herrera
Human settlement
12.6km / 7.9mi
Monasterio de Santa María de Herrera
Monasterio de Santa María de Herrera
Human settlement
12.5km / 7.8mi
Ermita de la Virgen del Valle
Ermita de la Virgen del Valle
13.8km / 8.6mi
Portilla/Zabalate castle
Portilla/Zabalate castle
Castle of the Kingdom of Navarre in Basque Country
14.5km / 9mi
Santa María la Real of Nájera
Santa María la Real of Nájera
Cultural property in Nájera, Spain
14.8km / 9.2mi
Marqués de Riscal Hotel
Marqués de Riscal Hotel
Hotel in Spain
14.3km / 8.9mi
Dolmen San Martin
Dolmen San Martin
Dolmen in Laguardia, Spain
15.9km / 9.9mi
Museo Najerillense
Museo Najerillense
Museum in Nájera, La Rioja (España)
14.9km / 9.2mi
Humildegia / Humilladero
Humildegia / Humilladero
Building in Spain
15.3km / 9.5mi
Castle of Cuzcurrita de Río Tirón
Castle of Cuzcurrita de Río Tirón
14.7km / 9.1mi
Convent of Santa Elena, Nájera
Convent of Santa Elena, Nájera
14.8km / 9.2mi
Church of Santa Cruz, Nájera
Church of Santa Cruz, Nájera
Cultural property in Nájera, Spain
14.8km / 9.2mi
Iglesia de San Jorge
Iglesia de San Jorge
15.4km / 9.6mi
Church of Santa Lucia
Church of Santa Lucia
15km / 9.3mi
Church of San Miguel
Church of San Miguel
Church in Cuzcurrita de Río Tirón (La Rioja, Spain)
14.5km / 9mi
Cathedral of Santo Domingo de la Calzada
Cathedral of Santo Domingo de la Calzada
Medieval cathedral in Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Spain. Has heritage listing
17.9km / 11.1mi
Deóbriga
Deóbriga
City ​​of the Austrygonians, Hispania
17.8km / 11.1mi
La Hoya
La Hoya
Human settlement in Laguardia, Rioja Alavesa, Álava, Spain
16.5km / 10.2mi
Hermitage of Nuestra Señora de la Peña de Faido
Hermitage of Nuestra Señora de la Peña de Faido
Hermitage in Faidu, Urizahar
17.2km / 10.7mi
Church of Santa María de los Reyes
Church of Santa María de los Reyes
Cultural property in Laguardia, Spain
16.5km / 10.3mi
Basilica of Saint Mary of the Arches
Basilica of Saint Mary of the Arches
Cultural property in Tricio, Spain
16.9km / 10.5mi
Caricedo
Human settlement in Condado de Treviño, Burgos Province, Castile and León, Spain
17.4km / 10.8mi
Torre Abacial
Torre Abacial
16.5km / 10.2mi
Villa Lucía
Basque Country Museum
17.1km / 10.6mi
Church of San Juan, Laguardia
Church of San Juan, Laguardia
Church building in Laguardia, Álava, Spain
16.6km / 10.3mi
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
16.9km / 10.5mi
Parque fluvial Linares
Parque fluvial Linares
16.6km / 10.3mi

What to do in Briones and near Santa María Briones

Bodega-Museo Vivanco de la Cultura del Vino
Bodega-Museo Vivanco de la Cultura del Vino
0.9km / 0.56mi
Church of Santa María la Mayor, San Vicente de la Sonsierra
Church of Santa María la Mayor, San Vicente de la Sonsierra
San Vicente de la Sonsierra
2.8km / 1.8mi
Castillo de Davalillo
Castillo de Davalillo
4.4km / 2.7mi
Monastery of Our Lady of Aritzeta
Monastery of Our Lady of Aritzeta
4.2km / 2.6mi
Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
Cultural property in Labastida, Spain
5.1km / 3.2mi
Hermitage of Santa María de La Piscina
Hermitage of Santa María de La Piscina
Church
6.2km / 3.8mi
Museo del Torreón, Haro
Museo del Torreón, Haro
6.2km / 3.9mi
Church of San Esteban
Church of San Esteban
Cultural property in Ábalos, Spain
6.9km / 4.3mi
Ermita de Orzales
Ermita de Orzales
7.7km / 4.8mi
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
7.3km / 4.5mi
Palacio de Bendaña o Paternina
Palacio de Bendaña o Paternina
6.1km / 3.8mi
Buradón
Buradón
Human settlement in Spain
9.3km / 5.8mi
Bilibio
Human settlement in Spain
9.7km / 6mi
Monastery of Santa María de Toloño
Monastery of Santa María de Toloño
Ruined monastery
8.7km / 5.4mi
Bergantzuko eliza/Iglesia de Berganzo
Bergantzuko eliza/Iglesia de Berganzo
11.6km / 7.2mi
Palacio de los Condes de Oñate
Palacio de los Condes de Oñate
10.7km / 6.6mi
Castle of Ocio
Castle of Ocio
Castle in Araba/Álava, Spain
12.6km / 7.8mi
Dolmen d'El Sotillo
Dolmen d'El Sotillo
Dolmen in Laguardia, Spain
13.9km / 8.6mi
Monasterio de Santa María de Herrera
Monasterio de Santa María de Herrera
Human settlement
12.6km / 7.9mi
Monasterio de Santa María de Herrera
Monasterio de Santa María de Herrera
Human settlement
12.5km / 7.8mi
Ermita de la Virgen del Valle
Ermita de la Virgen del Valle
13.8km / 8.6mi
Portilla/Zabalate castle
Portilla/Zabalate castle
Castle of the Kingdom of Navarre in Basque Country
14.5km / 9mi
Santa María la Real of Nájera
Santa María la Real of Nájera
Cultural property in Nájera, Spain
14.8km / 9.2mi
Marqués de Riscal Hotel
Marqués de Riscal Hotel
Hotel in Spain
14.3km / 8.9mi
Dolmen San Martin
Dolmen San Martin
Dolmen in Laguardia, Spain
15.9km / 9.9mi
Museo Najerillense
Museo Najerillense
Museum in Nájera, La Rioja (España)
14.9km / 9.2mi
Humildegia / Humilladero
Humildegia / Humilladero
Building in Spain
15.3km / 9.5mi
Castle of Cuzcurrita de Río Tirón
Castle of Cuzcurrita de Río Tirón
14.7km / 9.1mi
Convent of Santa Elena, Nájera
Convent of Santa Elena, Nájera
14.8km / 9.2mi
Church of Santa Cruz, Nájera
Church of Santa Cruz, Nájera
Cultural property in Nájera, Spain
14.8km / 9.2mi

About Briones

Briones, a charming village in Spain, offers a blend of history, culture, and scenic landscapes. One of the best experiences is exploring the historic center, where you can admire well-preserved medieval architecture and narrow cobblestone streets. The Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción is a notable landmark, featuring impressive Gothic elements and beautiful interior artwork.

A visit to the Briones Wine Museum provides insight into the region's rich viticulture. The museum showcases the history of winemaking in the area and offers tastings of local wines, allowing visitors to appreciate the craftsmanship behind each bottle. For those interested in nature, the surrounding countryside is ideal for walking and hiking, with paths that offer stunning views of vineyards and the Ebro River valley.

Briones is also located near the Rioja wine region, making it a convenient base for exploring nearby wineries. Many local vineyards offer tours and tastings, providing an opportunity to learn about the winemaking process firsthand. Finally, engaging with the local gastronomy is essential; dining at traditional restaurants will allow you to savor regional dishes paired with excellent wines, enhancing your experience of this picturesque village.




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