Niu Dels Falcons Xalet

A small mountain hotel in the Pyrenees

Just about as far from the usual picture of a Spanish hotel as it's possible to get, Niu Dels Falcons is a mountain chalet set high in the Pyrenees. Just one kilometre from the pistes at La Molina,

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this hotel is an ideal location for skiing in winter and walking in summer. Of course, lovers of skiing, mountain biking, walking and climbing come here in abundance (well, as much abundance as you can get with only seven rooms) but if your objective is just to relax, rest, read, write or simply do nothing you will find this a lovely spot to do it.

Nestling amongst the pine trees, the chalet is surrounded by the magic of the mountains. It is built in the traditional "alpine" style, of stone and wood, with a cosy interior that is a perfect restorative after a day amongst the mountains. As well as the charming mine hosts and their two dogs, you will be welcomed to the hotel by the resident turkey and a gaggle of geese, who turned up one day and just decided to stay!

Lluisa, the owner of Niu Dels Falcons, is a self-confessed mountain addict. One day she got tired of city life and took to the hills. Inspired by the chalets of the Swiss Alps she created her own little project here in Cataluña, where she seeks to offer the best, in her own most personal manner. Lluisa is not just the chef of the establishment, but also very knowledgeable about Scotch malt whiskies, so you will be sure to be offered a dram after dinner as the evening melts away in pleasant conversation.

The guestrooms are warm and comfortable, and beautifully presented. As well as the four double rooms, there are two junior duplex suites with beamed ceilings and if you are fortunate enough to stay in the principal suite you will have the pleasure of a hydro-massage bath to soothe away the aches of an active day in the mountains. Every room offers views over the garden, to the pine forest and the mountains beyond.

Restaurant:

Dinner, consisting of three courses plus dessert, is inspired by the fresh natural ingredients of the nearby Cerdanya valley. Specialities you may come across would include onion soup, creamed Ceps (a type of local mushroom), Bolets (another mushroom) in season, Picantó with Provencal herbs and Tiró amb Naps (Cerdanya duck with turnips from Talltendre). The restaurant serves only breakfast and dinner, exclusively for guests.

A Word From the Owner:

"As a member of the Society for the Appreciation of Scotch Malt Whisky, it will be my pleasure to introduce you to some of my 20 different whiskies that are always available in the bar. To make the experience complete, I even have water direct from Scottish rivers to best "open" the flavour and aroma."

Hotel Amenities:

IN THE HOTEL	IN YOUR ROOM
Bar Scotch whiskies Restaurant Lounge Billiards Heating and fireplaces for winter Swimming pool for summer Gardens	Satellite TV CD player (Suite) Jacuzzi bath(Suite)

Nearby Amenities:

Walking, hiking, climbing, skiing (1 km), horse-riding, trekking, mountain-biking, quad-biking.
Gym and swimming pool in La Molina (1 km).
2 golf courses, 18 holes and 27 holes (7 km).

What We Say:

The name says it all: Niu Dels Falcons = Falcon's nest. High up in the Pyrenees this is a world apart from the rest of Spain. If you have enjoyed skiing in the Alps or walking in Scotland, you really should try this.

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Room Rates in Euros ( 2010 )
	High Season	Low Season	Special Season
	1 Dec - 30 Apr 1 - 31 Aug All weekends	Rest of the year	22 Dec - 6 Jan 1 - 2 Feb
Suite	€ 210	€ 175	€ 225
Junior Suite	€ 170	€ 140	€ 180
Double Room	€ 140	€ 120	€ 150
Prices are per room per night (2 people), including breakfast and dinner All prices are "plus VAT" (7% until 30 Jun 2010, 8% from 1 Jul) All rooms have private en-suite bathrooms Extra bed (third person): € 55 Extra bed (fourth person): € 45 Extra bed (up to 3 years): € 18 A credit card number is required to confirm a reservation, plus a deposit equal to a one night stay. Click Here For Currency Converter

Cancellations:

Cancellation must be received in writing (fax or e-mail) no later than 14 days before arrival. Cancellations between 7 and 14 days notice, will be charged a one night stay. Cancellations between 2 and 7 days notice, will be charged 50%. Cancellations at less than 2 days notice, early departures and no-shows will be charged the full amount.
In Special Season, cancellations received more than 2 months before arrival will be charged 50% and less than 2 months before will be charged the full amount.