Famed as the home of the enchanting Moorish Alhambra, Granada is a beautiful southern Spanish destination for culture and heritage aficionados. It’s also a buzzy city for keen foodies and sociable travellers to discover, with a plethora of brilliant bars and flamenco clubs. A tremendous selection of fantastic hotels and B&Bs await visitors, and it can be a challenge to select the best places to stay in Granada. Luckily, our Gurus have done the hard work for you — read on for their top recommendations!

The Alhambra, with its water gardens, intricate mosaics and marvellous colonnaded courtyards, is undoubtedly Granada’s most well-known attraction. Delve into the city’s rich Islamic heritage at the palace, or take a guided walking tour of the historic centre and surrounding neighbourhoods. Realejo, the old Jewish quarter, is fascinating, as is hillside Sacramonte — once the preserve of Granada’s gypsies and now the best spot for live flamenco. Don’t miss the chance to experience a traditional hammam, or to marvel at the lavish Baroque Monasterio de la Cartuja.

If it’s wine, tapas and seasonal produce that you’re after, look to the bars of Plaza Nueva, Plaza Pescaderia and the Paseo de los Tristes. The bustling Mercado San Augustín, the finest market in the city, is another foodie highlight. Venture into the surrounding mountains for days of horse riding, hiking and mountain biking, before joining locals at hole-in-the-wall bars for sangria and flamenco aplenty!

But don't forget that this is an incredibly popular destination — not just in the peak summer months. If you want to guarantee a room in one of the best places to stay in Granada, get organised and book well ahead.

The Best Places to Stay in Granada

For a Heritage B&B

• El Ladron de Agua is a converted manor house with traditional rooms in the heart of town. Pick this place for the sense of timeless style created by the antique furnishings and earthy tones. Modern artwork provides pops of colour throughout the hotel.
• La Casa Morisca offers carefully restored heritage interiors — one room has retained its original painted ceiling — in a 15th-century building. Built around a galleried internal courtyard with a serene marble pool at its centre, this charming B&B promises a rare chance to step back in time.
• Palacio de los Navas has white-on-white interiors with high ceilings and tiled floors. Close to many of the city's main sights, it's a lovely historic B&B with space for couples, groups and families. Charming.
• Hotel Santa Isabel La Real is a small, family-run guesthouse. Popular with return guests, it has classic interiors, sits close to the centre of town and offers a very warm welcome as well as knowledgeable recommendations. Excellent buffet breakfasts are served in the quaint dining room.

For an Intimate Hideaway

• Palacio De Mariana Pineda has just five sumptuous guest rooms, each individually decorated with coffered wooden ceilings, big beds — some four-posters — and pastel-painted walls. An indulgent and intimate choice for romantics, close to the foot of the Alhambra.

For Luxury

• Parador de Granada, set within an imposing 15th-century monastery, is a beautiful hotel for a gorgeous honeymoon or romantic holiday. Expect elegant rooms with hardwood floors and garden views, an inviting swimming pool and a gorgeous roof terrace. Tuck in to terrific regional cuisine in a striking setting.
• Hotel Palacio de Santa Paula offers luxurious contemporary interiors with all the mod-cons behind a stunning Moorish façade. Two fantastic restaurants, a serene spa and a beautiful colonnaded courtyard complete the picture at this five-star spot.
• Casa 1800, Granada showcases classic Andalucían elegance in cream, white and gold rooms with carved and gilded headboards, rooftop views and marble bathrooms with big tubs. One for couples looking for a spoiling city stay.
• Hospes Palacio de los Patos is a grand 19th-century palace with an ornate, ochre-painted exterior. Ultra-contemporary interiors are generally monochromatic, with airy guest rooms, a top-notch spa and indoor pool with hammam. Foodies will also adore the gourmet restaurant. A five-star gem.
• Villa Oniria is a gorgeous Andalucían manor house, perfect for a romantic holiday. Beautiful rooms and suites are decorated in chic cream and white tones, there's a delectable restaurant, courtyard herb garden and serene spa. Very special.

For Great Value

• Parraga Siete is an affordable yet charming hotel in a 19th-century building. Simple, modern interiors feature light wood and white linens, whilst the Vitola Restaurant has a more industrial feel. Very reasonably priced given its location.
• Gar-Anat sits within a 16th-century building, with exposed brick walls and beamed ceilings in 15 rooms and suites. A laid-back hotel with an authentic feel, perfect for those seeking a sense of old Granada. Very good value.
• Shine Albayzín offers slick, contemporary rooms and suites clad in cream tones. Set inside a 400-year-old building with Alhambra views and a colonnaded interior courtyard, this is an indulgent property with surprisingly affordable room rates. Expect great breakfasts at the onsite cafe.
• Casa del Capitel Nazari, in the Albaicin district, is an imposing Renaissance palace with traditional rooms featuring terracotta-tiled floors, wrought-iron bedsteads and dark wooden furnishings. The best rooms have balconies, and guests share access to a classic courtyard. Lovely and well-priced.

For a Rural Retreat

• Cortijo del Marques is a cross between an elegant manor house and a comfortable farmstead, set just north of Granada. Pick this family-run hideaway for its characterful rooms, small swimming pool and appealing sense of tranquility.
• La Almunia del Valle, in the hills of the Sierra Nevada National Park, is a gorgeous boutique hideaway with a strong eco-focus. Expect contemporary white-on-white interiors and beautiful views from a traditional stone building. Enjoy dips in the pool and flavoursome cuisine after big days out in nature.

FOR AN APARTMENT OR HOLIDAY VILLA

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TRAVEL INFORMATION

• Fly to Granada Airport, 30 minutes' drive from the city centre, and take a bus or taxi to your destination. Many hotels will be happy to arrange an airport pick up in advance.
• Andalucía is wonderful for a road trip, although you won't need a car in Granada itself. Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you plan to explore further afield and would like to hire a car.
• Expect warm summers, with temperatures ranging from 24°C - 30°C between June and August. For fewer crowds and cooler climes, travel in April - May or September - October.

STILL NOT SURE?

• Explore our list of all the best places to stay in Málaga.
• Alternatively, expand your search to see our pick of the best places to stay in Andalucía.
• Or contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.

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