Where to Base
Stay in the old town or near the castle base. This central location allows walking access to key sites like the Borgia Palace and the fortress, offering convenience for exploring while enjoying a quiet atmosphere.
Xàtiva, situated in the province of Valencia, is the cradle of the Borgia family and home to a majestic castle alongside a rich history of Islamic papermaking. Located just 25 km from the Mediterranean Sea, this city offers a blend of Renaissance heritage and tranquility, ideal for travelers seeking cultural depth and peaceful accommodation.
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Stay in the old town or near the castle base. This central location allows walking access to key sites like the Borgia Palace and the fortress, offering convenience for exploring while enjoying a quiet atmosphere.
Xàtiva sits at the junction of major railways connecting to Valencia and Murcia. Travelers can easily take trains to Valencia or Alicante to reach international airports, making regional transit highly convenient.
Spring and autumn offer pleasant weather for visiting outdoor sites like the castle and old town. Summer is hotter but less crowded, suitable for those preferring quiet exploration of historical landmarks.
After a long career working in restaurants in Spain and around the world (Austria, UK, Singapore, Mexico etc), chef Àlex Vidal has returned to his roots to open his own restaurant, which is contemporary in feel and boasts a glass-fronted kitchen on one side of the bright dining room. On the menu, the goal is to showcase honest Valencian cooking, particularly from the Carcaixent area, and to provide a modern vision of traditional dishes and stews which are always prepared with organic and locally sourced ingredients. The supremely delicate broths and sauces warrant special attention thanks to t
WebsiteOne of those instances where the passing of the generational baton has injected renewed energy into a business, although it’s not uncommon to see its founder, Antonio López, still putting in an occasional appearance! Toni, front of house, and his brother Iván, in the kitchen, are now running the show on their own. In the dining room, which is divided between several spaces with a rustic-contemporary decor, attractive azulejo tiling and an open-view kitchen, the concise à la carte focuses on updated traditional cuisine, with a continual nod to local products, alongside three tasting menus (Xúqu
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