Mirador Puntal del Rayo
8 places to stay nearby, rated for darkness ↓
Mirador Puntal del Rayo is a scenic viewpoint in Aragon with a measured darkness of 82/100 (≈ Bortle 2), a genuinely dark sky where the Milky Way is a bright, structured band. The best month to come is typically July, when about 81% of the night sky is clear.
Tonight's outlook: 20/100. The moon is 99% lit and above the horizon 100% of the night; typical September clear-sky odds here are 51%. Updated daily.
Best time to stargaze at Mirador Puntal del Rayo
| Month | Clear night skies | Sky Score (new moon) |
|---|---|---|
| January | 43% | 45/100 |
| February | 43% | 45/100 |
| March | 39% | 42/100 |
| April | 40% | 43/100 |
| May | 50% | 49/100 |
| June | 63% | 57/100 |
| July ★ | 81% | 69/100 |
| August | 73% | 64/100 |
| September | 51% | 50/100 |
| October | 42% | 44/100 |
| November | 35% | 39/100 |
| December | 39% | 42/100 |
Scores assume a moonless night, check the moon before you drive (methodology).
Where to stay near Mirador Puntal del Rayo: sleep under a dark sky
We measured the night sky over each stay below, not just over the spot: the darkness score is computed at the hotel's own location, so you know what you'll see from the door. Sorted darkest sky first, with the distance to Mirador Puntal del Rayo for each.
79/100sky darkness at this stay
#2Posada del Rodeno
9.2Guests love it(1,322 reviews)
Posada del Rodeno is a restored historic house in the heart of Albarracín, offering mountain and countryside views alongside rustic rooms with exposed beams and wooden furnishings. The property features a cafeteria for breakfast, a souvenir shop, and easy access to a nearby restaurant.
- Sky darkness
- 68/100
- To the spot
- 17.1 km
#3Casa de Santiago
9.2Guests love it(384 reviews)
Casa de Santiago offers a country house experience in Albarracín with a sun terrace, bar, and mountain and city views from the property. Set on a quiet street with comfortable amenities including air-conditioning and private bathrooms, this elegant accommodation serves a continental breakfast featuring local specialties and fresh pastries.
- Sky darkness
- 68/100
- To the spot
- 17.1 km
More stays nearby
Check availability →Hotel Al Banu Racin
Darkness: 68/100 · 9.5 Guests love it (172 reviews) · 17.2 km from Mirador Puntal del Rayo
Check availability →La Casa del Tío Americano
Darkness: 68/100 · 9.4 Guests love it (498 reviews) · 17.2 km from Mirador Puntal del Rayo
Check availability →Hotel Albarracín
Darkness: 68/100 · 8.1 Very well rated (2,468 reviews) · 17.2 km from Mirador Puntal del Rayo
Check availability →Hotel & Spa 1877
Darkness: 68/100 · 9.3 Guests love it (108 reviews) · 17.2 km from Mirador Puntal del Rayo · Albarracín
Check availability →Hotel Arabia
Darkness: 67/100 · 7.9 Well rated (1,552 reviews) · 17.2 km from Mirador Puntal del Rayo
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Live prices around Albarracín
Albarracín is the closest base to Mirador Puntal del Rayo with rooms to book. The map shows everything available there right now, including the hotels, apartments and cabins we do not rate. Use the stays above when darkness decides, use the map when price or availability does.
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Nearby spots in Aragon
- Mirador de los Ojos del Cabriel 7.8 km · Sky Score 50/100
- Mirador Alto Cabezo 8.4 km · Sky Score 48/100
- Paisaje Protegido de los Pinares de Rodeno 10.9 km · Sky Score 47/100
- Mirador Alto del Puerto 14.3 km · Sky Score 47/100
- Mirador del barranco de la Tejeda 27.6 km · Sky Score 49/100
Sky data: NASA Black Marble VJ146A4 2025 annual composite · clear-sky climatology ERA5 2015–2024 (methodology).