We arrived in Oviedo in the rush hour and did the usual circles while looking for parking/hotel. The TRYP shone like a beacon and although we guessed from its appearance that it must be expensive we were too tired to travel on. What a surprise! The price was so low we had to enquire was it per person. But it was per room. Car was whisked into the integral garage. Room was huge and, although on the busy corner opposite the station, the double glazing kept out noises. Staff were wonderful. Gave us maps and directions to enable us to eat in one of the typical small restaurants near the cathedral. Breakfast was great. Altogether a great find, and one that has ensured that we try TRYP first in every Spanish city we visit.

We'd never been to Oviedo before and were very pleased with this brand new hotel. If you're looking for quirky or individual, this is not for you, but as chain business hotels go this one is very nice, well-finished and quiet. I've found this to be true of all the Solmelia hotels I've used in Spain. The location, between bus and train stations at the top of the city's main shopping street, is excellent, and the hotel has a garage, although you have to pay 12Euros a night for it.