Family Hotels in Badajoz: Space & Location Guide
Updated 2 July 2026 · 11 real hotels
Badajoz offers families a compact, walkable old town, riverside green spaces, and a range of hotels from comfortable 3-star properties to spacious 5-star options. Hotels near the old town put historic landmarks and parks within easy walking distance, while properties on the outskirts offer quieter surroundings and amenities like golf courses. Rates start at around 62 euros per night, making the city an accessible destination for families.
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Badajoz sits on the Spanish side of the Portuguese border, straddling the Guadiana River, and its compact layout makes it genuinely practical for families traveling with children. The old town clusters around the Alcazaba fortress, and several museums, gardens, and riverside paths are reachable on foot from most central hotels. The city is small enough that you rarely need a car to move between key points of interest, which simplifies logistics considerably when managing young travelers.
For families, the main considerations are room size and configuration, proximity to attractions, and access to outdoor space. The hotels listed here span a range of locations and price points, from apartments in the old town that offer extra living space to resort-style properties with golf facilities on the edge of the city. The old town area gives the most convenient access to the Alcazaba, the Museo de Bellas Artes, the Palacio de Congresos, and the Parque de La Legión, while hotels closer to the ring road tend to offer more parking and quieter surroundings.
Our selection in Badajoz
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Condedu Badajoz ★★★ | Vieille ville de Badajoz | ★ 4 | 56 €/nuit |
| Rio Badajoz ★★★★ | Badajoz | ★ 4 | 82 €/nuit |
| Hotel Badajoz Center ★★★★ | Badajoz | ★ 4.5 | 87 €/nuit |
| Hotel ILUNION Golf Badajoz ★★★★ | Badajoz | ★ 4.2 | 87 €/nuit |
| APARTAMENTOS MAPAMUNDI ★★★ | Vieille ville de Badajoz | ★ 4.3 | 88 €/nuit |
| AC Hotel Badajoz by Marriott ★★★★ | Badajoz | ★ 4.2 | 89 €/nuit |
| Sercotel Gran Hotel Zurbarán ★★★★ | Vieille ville de Badajoz | ★ 4.4 | 91 €/nuit |
| Hotel Turia Badajoz ★★★★ | Badajoz | ★ 4.5 | 93 €/nuit |
| Akla Hotel Badajoz ★★★ | Vieille ville de Badajoz | ★ 4.6 | 124 €/nuit |
| NH Gran Hotel Casino Extremadura ★★★★★ | Badajoz | ★ 4.5 | 124 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
Which Badajoz hotels are best located for families exploring the old town?+
The Akla Hotel Badajoz, Sercotel Gran Hotel Zurbarán, and APARTAMENTOS MAPAMUNDI are all situated in or directly adjacent to the old town, putting the Alcazaba fortress, the cathedral, and the main pedestrian streets within a short walk. The Akla Hotel carries a 4.6 out of 5 rating and is priced at 120 euros per night, while the Sercotel Gran Hotel Zurbarán starts at 62 euros per night with a 4.4 rating, making it one of the most affordable central options. The Apartamentos Mapamundi offers apartment-style accommodation at 97 euros per night, which can be practical for families needing a kitchenette or additional sleeping space.
Is there a hotel in Badajoz with facilities suited to families who want outdoor space?+
The Hotel ILUNION Golf Badajoz, rated 4 stars at 80 euros per night, is set within a golf complex on the outskirts of Badajoz, offering open grounds and a different atmosphere from city-center properties. The NH Gran Hotel Casino Extremadura, a 5-star property at 99 euros per night, is another option with broader amenities than a standard city hotel. Both properties provide more space and facilities, though they require transport to reach the old town and main cultural sites.
What is the price range for family-friendly hotels in Badajoz?+
Among the hotels listed here, nightly rates range from 62 euros at the Sercotel Gran Hotel Zurbarán to 120 euros at the Akla Hotel Badajoz. Mid-range options include the Hotel Badajoz Center at 78 euros, the Hotel ILUNION Golf Badajoz at 80 euros, and the Hotel Turia Badajoz at 87 euros per night. The NH Gran Hotel Casino Extremadura and Hotel Las Bovedas are both priced at 99 euros per night. All ratings across these properties fall between 4.2 and 4.6 out of 5, indicating generally consistent quality.
What family-friendly attractions are accessible from central Badajoz hotels?+
Families staying near the old town can walk to the Alcazaba, one of the largest Arab fortifications in Spain, which children often find visually impressive for its scale and views over the Guadiana River. The Parque de La Legión provides open green space for younger children, and the riverside promenade along the Guadiana is suitable for cycling and walking. The Museo Extremeño e Iberoamericano de Arte Contemporáneo, known as MEIAC, offers free entry on certain days and is centrally located. Badajoz also sits roughly 6 kilometers from the Portuguese border, making a day trip to Elvas, a UNESCO World Heritage fortified town, straightforward by car.