Oeste Travel Guide
Salamanca
Popular places to visit
Plaza Mayor
Gaze up at the majestic walls enclosing the heart of one of Spain’s most lively plazas where cobblestone paths pass upscale boutiques and restaurants serving traditional tapas.
University of Salamanca
Marvel at the historic buildings and learn about the student culture in one of the oldest educational institutions in the world.
San Esteban Convent
Go on a self-guided tour of the church, chapels and cloister of this centuries-old convent. Admire gorgeous religious art and see where a saint confessed her sins.
Old Cathedral of Salamanca
Admire many works of religious art and climb up a medieval tower when you visit the oldest Christian building in Salamanca.
Pontifical University of Salamanca
Take a tour of this private Roman Catholic educational institution and snap photos of the panoramic vista of the old town from the historic church bell tower.
New Cathedral of Salamanca
Explore one of Salamanca's two cathedrals, a monumental building that houses a rich collection of centuries-old religious paintings and carvings.
Things to do
Salamanca: Monuments and Landmarks Guided Walking Tour
Salamanca: Local Legends Evening Walking Tour in Spanish
Must see Salamanca Walking Tour (could be billingual)
Salamanca: Guided Sightseeing Tour by Bicycle
Top hotels in Oeste
Hostal Uria
Value for money. Suitable for a stop over or a quick trip. The room was spacious and had plenty of plug sockets with a TV. But the toilet flush was broken and so was the shower head tube. Quick response from host when we had questions. Was a bit misled with parking as there is actually no on site ...
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2025
Hostal Albero by gaiarooms
Hostal Granada
Is ok
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Hostal Goya Suites
Excellente séjour
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca
Staff was awesome. My room was awful. Outdated,. Dark, shower smells like mold. I tried to change it inmediately but they said this one was the only one familiar available. We are four. Room 402. A lot of stairs. Not good with our 6 luggages. Nightmare!!. Bathroom door does not close. Everyone can ...
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hospes Palacio de San Esteban, Salamanca, a Member of Design Hotels
Beautiful room and love the hotel.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oeste
Labradores
Visitors to Labradores appreciate its shopping. A visit to Liceo Theatre and Plaza Mayor might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Salesas
While Salesas isn't home to many top sights, La Glorieta Bull Ring and Liceo Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Salamanca Centro
Salamanca Centro is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Plaza Mayor and Casa de las Conchas.
San Bernardo
Visitors to San Bernardo appreciate its historical sites. A visit to Archbishop Fonseca College and La Rana might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Old Town Salamanca
Unique features of Old Town Salamanca include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Casa de las Conchas or La Rana while you're exploring the area.
San Vicente
Visitors to San Vicente enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Archbishop Fonseca College is worth a stop.
