A fantastic location, architecturally flawed! We have just stayed at this hotel twice in a week as it was mid point for our travels. We love the Paradors but this one was super disappointing. The rooms are big with a dark dingy feeling, the windows are so small it’s incredible with the view available that the tiniest of windows have been installed in a modern hotel. The bathrooms are dark, the water pressure is terrible and the shower is an over bath hand held unit. The worst part is the food options, the main restaurant opens at 8.30pm, our first night we didn’t eat until 10pm despite being seated at 8.30pm, 2 members of staff serving the entire restaurant, come one hotel manager this is basic, I’ve worked in hotels and I was appalled, I really felt for the staff. Our second night a week later we chose to eat in the bar/ cafe as we could eat slightly earlier, another grand disaster, one member of staff taking and serving drink orders as well as taking food orders and serving food. A full bar/ cafe with one staff member, completely unacceptable. We are super disappointed with this parador and as Spanish residents would not recommend this hotel to anyone.
Gines Ros, Other at Parador de Lorca, responded to this review
Dear No1Scribbler,Thank you for sharing your detailed impressions following your recent stays with us.We are sincerely sorry that your experience did not reflect the comfortable, well-appointed accommodations and attentive dining service that we aim to provide. Your observations about the ambiance, bathroom experience, and meal service are taken seriously, as our standards focus on guest comfort and efficient hospitality.We value your perspective as frequent travelers and hope to have the opportunity to better reflect our commitment on a future visit.Best regards,
User:Chris D
Trip type:
Pleasant and modern
09 Mar 2026
Excellent parador, great shower but not enough water pressure. Great food and staff. Delightful swimming pool, needs to open earlier in the morning.
Gines Ros, Other at Parador de Lorca, responded to this review
Dear Chris D,Thanks for your great valoration about your stay. We transfer your opinion to Manager, it helps us to improve.We hope see you again!Regards
User:510willems
Trip type:
Short trip to Murcia
04 Mar 2026
Lorca is a lovely town with many attractions.The parador is in a unique location with majestic views across the valleys.
Gines Ros, Other at Parador de Lorca, responded to this review
Dear 510willems,Thanks for your great valoration about the stay, we hope see you again!Regards
User:CWoWh
Trip type:
A fabulous stay in a Castle hotel
25 Feb 2026
The Paradors of Spain always exceed expectations. This one in Lorca provided a unique setting where a modern hotel melded seamlessly into the Moorish castle. The eagle-eye view of the surrounding countryside was breathtaking. The staff was gracious and friendly, the food excellent, and the rooms quite comfortable. I’d absolutely stay here again!
Gines Ros, Other at Parador de Lorca, responded to this review
Dear CWoWh,Thank you for your positive feedback. It's a pleasure to know that you enjoyed your stay with us and that it exceeded your expectations. We hope to welcome you back in the future. Best regards.
User:addis22
Trip type:
Amazing position
07 Feb 2026
The Parador is in a modern (2012) building with good facilities and fabulous views over the city. Food was excellent, with friendly staff. A pleasant experience. Be sure to follow the instructions to get to the Paradores’s and DO NOT rely on SatNav. You will end up in tiny narrow streets!
Gines Ros, Other at Parador de Lorca, responded to this review
Dear addis22,Thanks for your great valoration about the stay and your recommendation to get the instructions not GPS.We hope see you again.Regards