Spain Travel Agents

Our trip to Northern Spain arranged with Marta T of Espiritu Travel and Kim Kim was a truly wonderful experience and all of us in our group of 6 were very happy with the itinerary and the excellent attention and service we received from Marta before and during our trip. Marta was always so attentive and prompt in answering any questions and concerns we had and the suggestions she made for our itinerary introduced us to many of the highlights of our trip ie the Cares Mountain Route, the Picos... read more

Our trip to Northern Spain arranged with Marta T of Espiritu Travel and Kim Kim was a truly wonderful experience and all of us in our group of 6 were very happy with the itinerary and the excellent attention and service we received from Marta before and during our trip. Marta was always so attentive and prompt in answering any questions and concerns we had and the suggestions she made for our itinerary introduced us to many of the highlights of our trip ie the Cares Mountain Route, the Picos de Europa Mountains, the hike from Orio to Zumaia and the National Parks. We were so fortunate she chose Diego as our driver and guide for the majority of our trip! We met him in San Sebastian and all of us immediately felt so comfortable and safe with him right from the start. Diego is amazing! He is professional, very knowledgeable, patient, responsible and just a great person to be around. He was so attentive to the needs of our group! We all felt so safe with him driving on those winding mountain roads and on our hikes in lesser known areas as he accompanied us and made sure we were all going to make it to the end. We can’t recommend him enough! Our guides for the city tours, Noelia in Oviedo and Joachim in Santiago de Compostella were both excellent. They had such a great knowledge of the history of their respective cities and the area and their enthusiasm was infectious!
The hotels selected were all excellently located for touring the cities where we stayed and the included breakfasts were very good. We were a group of 2 couples and two singles. There was a difference in the size and quality of the rooms for the couples in the Posado Rural El Corcal, Hotel Soho Boutique in Oviedo and in Eurostars Araguaney in Santiago de Compostella. It was not a huge issue but should be addressed for future groups. There was also an issue with our reservation in Santiago de Compostella due to a computer glitch but a quick text to Marta resulted in her immediately addressing the problem with the hotel. It resulted in the two singles having to share a room for the first night of our three night reservation but we were well compensated with a delicious complimentary meal at the Hotel for the inconvenience this caused us. The one hike, the Oak Path in Armanon Park is one we suggest be used with caution and that it be rated as medium/difficult due to the conditions of the trail, the elevation and the difficulty finding the trail head. The rest of our hikes were well selected and the scenery was breathtaking on many of them.
In summary we are very happy with our choice of Kim Kim and highly recommend Marta T, the Kim Kim team, and the people she chose to be with us on our trip.
Jack and MaryAnne V.

Dalia organised a fantastic itinerary which covered all of the sites/places we were keen to see across northern Spain. The tours and hotels were all very good, and made for an enjoyable holiday.

Thank you for being quick to respond at every moment. We appreciated all your advice and checking up on drivers and guides.

H10 hotel and the cooking class in Sevilla was our absolute highlights. We could not have found either without your help so thank you!! The improvements - The hotel at Las Ramblas and Ronda was a let down in comparison. I think we would have appreciated more preparation in what to expect. Ronda staff were very rude- maybe they really dislike Americans? And Las... read more

Thank you for being quick to respond at every moment. We appreciated all your advice and checking up on drivers and guides.

H10 hotel and the cooking class in Sevilla was our absolute highlights. We could not have found either without your help so thank you!! The improvements - The hotel at Las Ramblas and Ronda was a let down in comparison. I think we would have appreciated more preparation in what to expect. Ronda staff were very rude- maybe they really dislike Americans? And Las Ramblas…it felt like a budget motel. Clean, but lacking in amenities or style. Perhaps you picked it for the convenient location- I think I would have been fine if our documents said that.

That being said, there was overwhelmingly more good than not so good. Pacing was great, places visited were awesome and the detailed itinerary gave enough info for me to plug in a few items from my own research. It was an amazing experience and we appreciate all that you did to help create it.

Hotel Reviews

7 Islas Hotel

Madrid

Excellent and welcoming staff and an amazing location that is close to everything yet still quiet and intimate. We loved this hotel and highly recommend it it!!

Authenticity & Character

Nothing. This has lots of authenticity and unique personality, but it isn’t (and shouldn’t be) a old world Spanish hotel

Location

It is just enough off the Main Street to be quiet yet still very convenient

Staff

They were warm and had great suggestions.

Cleanliness & Comfort

So clean!! Well designed room. Our only complaint- we had to sign into the Wi-Fi every single time, and sometimes even multiple times during a session.

Hotel H10 Casa de la Plata

Sevilla

I can’t say enough good about this place. We loved everything and every one. The front desk person even made a restaurant recommendation “off the list” which I know is not common- and it was outstanding! Also, the room was incredibly well designed- lighting furniture placement, amenities and bathroom… every detail was intelligently thought out and we appreciated it. On top of this they delivered iced Cava and a desert tray?! We felt like royalty for a day.

Authenticity & Character

So much character. And, we appreciated the playful art

Location

The view from our room was amazing

Staff

The best. Really.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Spotless.

Catalonia Ronda

Ronda

Not the best experience. The parking was ridiculously complicated, the staff never seemed to have what we needed (and didn’t care) and the restaurant staff was beyond insulting- claiming they had no way to seat us until 10 pm… it was 7 pm and the place was completely empty. A senior staff took pity on us and sat us (with no apology or explanation ) and we proceeded to order and eat… and the restaurant never got more than 30% full during the entire meal. I’ve never been so insulted in my entire life. The room was as dark as a cave. Very unpleasant. We do not recommend.

Authenticity & Character

Rooms are like dark caves. Aweful.

Location

It is what it is

Staff

They seem to hate tourists (or Americans, or non-Spaniards?). Every request was impossible and no indication they were sorry about the denial. Really rude people.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Super dark room was like a cave- not sure that could be changed.

NH Collection Victoria

Granada

Great location and charming view.

Authenticity & Character

Loved the view and the breakfast

Location

Close to everything

Staff

Friendly and helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

The room was not clean- the tub had not been cleaned and there were hairs under the sheets. Management seemed responsive, but we were too tired to complain.

Arc La Rambla

Barcelona

A serviceable place that is clean but feels like a budget motel. Zero amenities but a vending machine on every floor. Active jackhammering just below our room when we checked in. Management did try to help out but 🤷‍♀️ what can you do?

Authenticity & Character

Budget is budget, I guess.

Location

Might be great for the young interested in the action on Las Ramblas. Not so much for us.

Staff

They were mostly occupied with watching to 12 surveillance screens so… 🤷‍♀️ they were nice.

Cleanliness & Comfort

I disliked the noise- both construction noise and general location noise, but I don’t think it’s bad. Just not my preference.

Activity Reviews

Guided Visit of Madrid: History, Culture & Architecture of the Capital of Spain

Madrid

It was informative.

Private Tapas Experience in Madrid

Madrid

Loved the “special guest” treatment

Quality of Experience

Food

Half the places were outstanding a couple were “normal”

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Traditional Andalusian Market Visit & Cooking Class

Seville

Awesome I’m every way. Totally recommend!!

Quality of Experience

Leo was adorable and a great teacher

Food

I never understood paella until this class.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Daniela was also awesome.

Private Tour of Barcelona & La Sagrada Familia

Barcelona

You get so much more out of the visit with a knowledgeable guide

Quality of Experience

Our guide was a great teacher

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Every city we visited was scheduled well, with four star hotels or wine resorts or a farmhouse run by a local family. We loved the accommodations but mores loved the personal attention given by Raquel and Eugenia. When we had any question or issue, they were responsive at every turn. The personal tours were all memorable and each guide was unique and interesting. Wine and champagne tours were all fun and the explanations of the champagne making and wine making process, visiting the... read more

Every city we visited was scheduled well, with four star hotels or wine resorts or a farmhouse run by a local family. We loved the accommodations but mores loved the personal attention given by Raquel and Eugenia. When we had any question or issue, they were responsive at every turn. The personal tours were all memorable and each guide was unique and interesting. Wine and champagne tours were all fun and the explanations of the champagne making and wine making process, visiting the cellars and touring the wineries was fantastic. Raquel and Eugenia helped us book museums and the history and art was overwhelming and fascinating. Even when we could not get a reservation at a famous restaurant, Botin in Madrid, they were able to get us in. They were so kind and helpful. We would HIGHLY recommend them and the Kim Kim Website to anyone looking for excellent service and planning for a trip to Europe. We would use them again anyway we want to go on another European Vacation.

Hotel Reviews

Tenuta La Santissima

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Hotel Intur Palacio San Martin

Madrid

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Sometimes preoccupied, but responsive when asked.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Altarocca Wine Resort

Orvieto

Beautiful setting. Peaceful and serene with country setting and very nice accomodations.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Arte' Boutique Hotel

Firenze

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Staff was extremely attentive and helpful.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Tapas tour and Old Town walking tour

Madrid

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Madrid -Prado and Retiro tour

Madrid

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Gaudi Highlights tour

Barcelona

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Datrip to Montserrat and Penedes wine region

Barcelona

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Half day orientation tour in Paris

Paris

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Versailles and Giverny small group

Paris

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

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Daytrip to Reims and the wine region of Champagne

Paris

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Montalcino: visit and wine tasting

Italy

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Siena city tour

Siena

Our tour guide, Claudia, was so knowledgeable and sweet. Asked for our questions and left time for us to think about what we wanted to know. Listened and interacted so well. Showed interest in us and was very responsive.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Claudia was awesome.

Transport

Orientation tour of Florence with visit to the Accademia

Florence

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Wine tour in Chianti

Italy

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Entire trip met our expectations regarding hotel quality, logistics and service by Marina and The Espiritu team.

Our issues were all with booked events.
The coordinator, Carlos, for the Alhambra tour directed us to stand alone at the wrong meeting point without asking a question. Then he failed to look for us while we stood only 15 meters away. Luckily, we found Edo in the Alhambra and had a great experience.
The flamenco show started 30 minutes before our scheduled time.
The tapas tour started 30 minutes after our scheduled time.