Just an hour from Granada and 100 kilometres from the sunny shores of the Mediterranean sit the snow-clad slopes of Sierra Nevada. Set on the north-western slopes of Veleta, Spain’s third-highest peak, this Andalucían resort has long been popular with skiers and snowboarders from across the country. Now gaining a solid reputation with international visitors, Sierra Nevada boasts a burgeoning number of great hotels, chalets and guesthouses for for a range of tastes and budgets. Our top pick of the best places to stay in Sierra Nevada is a beautiful boutique hotel, ideal for a luxurious mountain escape.
Perched 2100 metres above the tree-line, the resort is a collection of whitewashed traditional buildings and more modern edifices, most with magnificent views. Perfectly placed for keen adventurers, the resort offers 95 kms of slopes, further off-piste zones and 30 gondolas and lifts — the highest reaching up to 3282 metres. The surrounding Sierra Nevada National Park is spectacular in both winter and summer, when scenic trails will delight hikers, horse riders, mountain bikers and wildlife-spotters.
Whether you’ve spent the day on the slopes or in the sauna, a buzzy and welcoming après-ski scene awaits. Expect hearty Spanish mountain cuisine and a particularly lively vibe on the weekends, all within easy reach of the best places to stay in Sierra Nevada.
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Sierra Nevada (Sierra Nevada)
An upscale luxury hotel in a stunning location. Plush designer rooms feature old school ski posters, animal prints, and antler chandeliers. All rooms open out to a balcony or terrace and some come with hot tubs. Enjoy the fine dining restaurant, chic bar and cosy lounge. A cool mountain retreat.
Sierra Nevada (Andalucia)
A gorgeous mountain retreat boasting stunning views and ski-in, ski-out access in Sierra Nevada. The interiors blend rustic wood with modern touches, featuring cosy fireplaces and chic, minimalist decor. There's a spa, gourmet dining, and après-ski lounge. A perfect choice for outdoor adventurers.
