Extremadura is Spain's westernmost autonomous community, bordering Portugal, and one of Europe's best-preserved landscapes of Roman ruins, medieval castles, and vast dehesa oak woodlands. Home to the UNESCO-listed city of Cáceres, the Roman theatre of Mérida, and some of Iberia's finest jamón ibérico, the region rewards travellers seeking authentic Spain without the tourist crowds.
Luxury hotels
Five-star and palace properties.
Atrio Hotel
Parador de Cáceres
Parador de Zafra (Alcázar de los Duques de Feria)
Fine dining
Michelin-starred and chef-driven restaurants.
Atrio Restaurante Hotel
Two Michelin stars. Tasting menus €110–€180 per person (~$120–$196). Extraordinary wine list (40,000 bottles including pre-phylloxera vintages). Book 3–4 weeks ahead at restauranteatrio.com.
Restaurante Agora
Modern creative tasting menu with Extremaduran ingredients. €55–75 per person (~$60–$82). Book via +34 924 303 771.
Parador de Mérida Restaurant
Elegant regional dining in 18th-century convent cloister. Degustación regional menu €42 (~$46).