Solo Palacio
Wabi-sabi rural serenity — raw stone walls meet Japanese philosophy. Pared-back luxury with no TVs, no room service, and a deliberate sense of slow living.
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Why It Matters
One of the most expensive rural stays in Spain, a non-profit operation in a 15th-century heritage-listed palace, with a collaboration between the on-site bistró and Michelin-starred restaurant Monte. Featured in National Geographic Traveller Luxury Collection 2023, Condé Nast Traveller, Tablet Hotels, and Mr & Mrs Smith.
Solo Palacio is a 15th-century walled manor house — the Palacio de los Miranda-Quirós — converted into 11 luxury rural apartments in the tiny village of Llanuces, 40 minutes south of Oviedo. The whole design philosophy is wabi-sabi: deliberately imperfect restorations, beamed ceilings, exposed stonework, and a mix of European and Asian objects that somehow work together. And here's the thing that makes it genuinely unusual: it's a non-profit. After staff pay, running costs, and taxes, 11 cents of every euro goes back into local conservation and community projects.
Where You'll Stay
3 room types available
Solo Cozy
From EUR265 / nightThe entry-level category but don't let that put you off. These are intimate, thoughtfully designed apartments spread across apartments 3, 5, 6, and 10. Wabi-sabi philosophy runs through every detail — local sourcing, simple materials, no clutter. Ideal for two people who want to feel the history of the building without being overwhelmed by it.
45 sqmSolo Loft
From EUR400 / nightLarger, more narrative spaces spread across apartments 1, 2, and 9. These tell the story of Solo Palacio more fully — duplex layouts in many cases, with the kind of spaces that make you want to light the fireplace and order breakfast in bed. The Loft 001 unit is a guest favourite, with its own mini kitchen, lounge area, and views straight out toward the pool and mountains.
57 sqmSolo Unique
From EUR800 / nightThe top tier. Apartments 4, 7, 8, and 11 — including units inside the main 15th-century palacio itself. These are the 'wow' spaces: huge rooms with outstanding views framed by the original stone architecture. The best unit for four is in the main palace building, with generous living space, an ensuite master bedroom, and a private balcony looking out over the mountains and natural park.
85 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Routes through valleys, lakes, and protected natural areas, including downhill-only options. Electric bike rentals available to make the mountain terrain accessible.
Up to 7 hours of canyoning in the surrounding natural area — waterfalls, crystal-clear plunge pools, natural stone slides. A serious day out.
Guided horseback rides through the Asturian hills, suitable for all levels from beginners to experienced riders. The hotel can arrange tours that double as a way to observe local conservation projects.
Rappelling descent into Cueva Huerta, the second-longest cave in Europe. Adapted to your experience level. For the curious and the daring.
A 2-hour experience with the non-profit association BURRU, dedicated to donkey protection and environmental conservation. Get up close to the animals in the Las Ubiñas Natural Park. 100% of proceeds go to BURRU. Perfectly on-brand for a non-profit hotel.
Convivial evening sessions around the fire — food, drink, and conversation. Something between a guided experience and a house party.
Curated mindfulness sessions offered as part of Solo Palacio's broader philosophy of slow living and intentional experience.
Multiple trails accessible directly from the property. The Bear Trail (Senda del Oso) is a 5-minute walk along old railway tracks. Las Xanas Gorge is a 25-minute route with a rock-carved path. Routes are free; guided options available.
A 4-hour guided tour inside an authentic Asturian mine, led by experienced miners. Mining defined this region for generations — this is an unusually immersive way to understand it.
Expert-guided tour of the region's pre-Romanesque architectural heritage, run in collaboration with the local university. Asturias has one of Europe's most remarkable concentrations of pre-Romanesque buildings.
Suitable for all ages. The reservoir is 15 minutes from Solo Palacio, set among mountains. A slower-paced activity that pairs well with the overall wabi-sabi ethos of the stay.
A nod to the Japanese wabi-sabi philosophy underpinning the hotel's entire design concept. Quietly becoming one of the most talked-about experiences at the property.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
The host — an Asturias Official Guide who has worked internationally in tourism and hospitality — can advise on tours, transfers, and regional sightseeing.
Complimentary in-room and property-wide WiFi at 25+ Mbps.
Premium beds with pillow selection service across all room categories.
Large green lawned areas within the walled estate. Outdoor fireplace. Sun terrace.
Four pet-friendly rooms available: two Solo Cozy, two Solo Loft. Dogs welcome. Additional charge of €30 per stay plus €30 one-time cleaning fee.
Carved out of the hillside on top of a 15th-century stone wall. Unheated — swimmable July through September. Unobstructed views of Las Ubiñas Natural Park.
Free open-air self-parking on site. No need to book.
Hotel arranges private transfers: from Asturias Airport from €100 one-way (up to 7 guests); from Polo de Lena train station from €30. Helicopter landing can also be arranged.
Stone outbuilding sauna with a large picture window overlooking the mountains. Views of Peña Ubiña.
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