Set in the heart of Karrantza Valley, Mendi Alai offers heated rooms with free Wi-Fi. Guests can benefit from private terraces and views of the Karrantza ValleyBasque countryside or the gardens. Bright rooms feature colourful walls and come with a flat-screen TV. Each one has a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Mendi Alai has a traditional restaurant and bar which serves regional dishes made from produce from their vegetable garden. Meals can also be served in the rooms. Armañón Nature Reserve is around 10 km from the guest house, and the Pozalagua Caves are 10 minutes’ drive away. You can reach the Cantabrian Coast and its beaches in a 30-minute drive. Both Bilbao and Santander are around an hour’s drive from Mendi Alai. Free parking is available on site.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
or
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.2
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Carranza
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  • Iraitz
    Spain Spain
    El trato recibido, el servicio de restauración y el estado de las habitaciones.
  • Sharah
    United States United States
    Very hospitable, our hosts were very accommodating and kind. They let us sample some local foods and dinner included fresh vegetables from their garden. They also have ducks, rabbits, chickens, and a horse! All in a beautiful place among sheep and...
  • Christian
    Germany Germany
    wunderschöne, sehr idyllische und ruhige Lage im südöstlichen Baskenland, Etwas rustikale Anfahrt auf engen, bergigen Straßen, ist aber kein Problem wenn man nicht gerade mit einem Wohnmobil unterwegs ist. Victoria, die Chefin des Mendi Alai war...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Alai
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean • Spanish
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Facilities of Mendi Alai
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 2 restaurants
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Tumble dryer
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Archery
    Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Children's playground
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Fireplace
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Game console
  • DVD player
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Strollers
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 - outdoor (kids)Free!
  • Seasonal
  • Suitable for kids
  • Plunge pool
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Yoga classes
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Solarium
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules

Mendi Alai takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:30

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 25 per child, per night
Cot upon request
€ 5 per child, per night
3 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 25 per child, per night
6+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Red 6000 Cash Mendi Alai accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Pets are allowed under request.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Mendi Alai in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Mendi Alai

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, Mendi Alai is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Mendi Alai offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Bowling
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Solarium
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Yoga classes
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Bike tours
    • Horse riding
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Badminton equipment
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Cooking class
    • Live music/performance
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Archery
    • Beauty Services
    • Facial treatments
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Body treatments
    • Swimming Pool

  • Check-in at Mendi Alai is from 14:30, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Mendi Alai is 1.3 miles from the centre of Carranza. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Mendi Alai include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Suite
    • Twin

  • Mendi Alai has 2 restaurants:

    • Alai
    • Restaurant

  • The prices at Mendi Alai may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Mendi Alai on this page.