Posada del Valle is a small eco-oriented rural retreat in Collia, a hamlet in the Arriondas area of eastern Asturias, at an elevation of around 200 metres with open views across the Picos de Europa foothills. The property consists of a renovated traditional Asturian farmhouse and annexe set in productive organic gardens and surrounded by apple orchards, meadows, and the oak and chestnut woodland typical of the pre-montane zone. The nine rooms are individually furnished with local timber, handmade textiles, and vintage pieces; none have televisions by design, and the emphasis throughout is on quiet, analogue comfort. An organic breakfast, prepared from the hotel's own garden produce, eggs from resident hens, homemade preserves, and bread from a nearby village bakery, is included in the room rate and served at communal tables that encourage conversation between guests. The posada does not operate a restaurant for evening meals, but the town of Arriondas — with multiple sidrerías, seafood restaurants, and a weekly market — is five kilometres away. The owners have lived in the area for many years and provide personal walking route recommendations, advice on river descents on the Sella, and contacts for local guides heading into the Picos de Europa National Park. Free parking is available at the property. The posada is deliberately small in scale; it does not accept children under eight, making it particularly suited to couples and solo walkers. Advance reservation is essential from June through September, with the nine rooms filling months ahead in peak season.
Room types
- Double Room
- Twin Room
- Suite
Amenities
- Organic breakfast included
- Garden
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Hiking guides
- Valley views
Location
Collia, 33549 Arriondas, Asturias
43.3807, -5.1954 View on map
Highlights
- Organic breakfast made from the property's own gardens, resident hens, homemade preserves, and local bakery bread
- Nine individually furnished rooms with no televisions, designed for quiet rural immersion
- Panoramic views across the Picos de Europa foothills from an organic working farmstead
- Owners with deep local knowledge providing personalised walking, cycling, and Sella river advice
- Five kilometres from Arriondas, the gateway town for Sella river descents and eastern Asturias trails
Tips for visiting
- Book at least two months ahead for any summer weekend — the nine rooms fill faster than almost any other property in the area
- If visiting in August, be aware the Descenso Internacional del Sella canoe race draws enormous crowds to Arriondas; accommodation must be reserved a year ahead
- Evening meals are not available on site; head to one of Arriondas' sidrerías for an authentic Asturian cider-house experience
- Bring cash for any extras beyond the room rate — card acceptance at this scale of property can be limited
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Frequently asked questions
Is the posada suitable for solo travellers?
Yes; single occupancy rooms are available. The communal breakfast table often facilitates conversation between solo guests.
Are there hiking trails accessible directly from the property?
Several waymarked rural paths start from Collia. The owners provide printed maps and can tailor routes to fitness level and available time.
Is the property accessible for guests with mobility difficulties?
The farmhouse has uneven stone floors and no lift; it is not well suited to guests with significant mobility restrictions. Contact the posada before booking.