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 colorful 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 6.2 mi 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 in particular 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 twin beds
or
1 full bed
1 full bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've 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
8.8
Location
8.2
Free WiFi
8.5
High score for Carranza
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Sharah
    United States of America United States of America
    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...
  • Iraitz
    Spain Spain
    El trato recibido, el servicio de restauración y el estado de las habitaciones.
  • 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 area info

Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site

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

Amenities of Mendi Alai
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dryer
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Archery
    Additional charge
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Playground
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Fireplace
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Game console
  • DVD player
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (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 available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Strollers
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • 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 center
    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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • 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
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Yoga classes
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • 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 2:30 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 25 per child, per night
Crib 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 cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs 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
Must-know information for guests at this property

Pets are allowed under request.

Guests are required to show a photo ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Mendi Alai

  • Room options at Mendi Alai include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Suite
    • Twin

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

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

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

  • The prices at Mendi Alai may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

  • Check-in at Mendi Alai is from 2:30 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Mendi Alai has 2 restaurants:

    • Alai
    • Restaurant

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

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Bowling
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Solarium
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Yoga classes
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Bike tours
    • Horseback riding
    • Themed dinners
    • Badminton equipment
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Cooking class
    • Live music/Performance
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Archery
    • Beauty services
    • Facial treatments
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Body treatments
    • Swimming pool