Puerta de Las Granadas

The Hotel Puerta de las Granadas is situated in the very heart of the old quarter of Granada, at the foot of Granada's famous Alhambra and just a four minute walk from Granada cathedral. The original 19th century building was totally renovated in 2004, retaining the classic townhouse exterior and matching it with a crisp clean contemporary interior. Modern soundproofed rooms feature wooden floors and have a minibar and safe. They are also heated and have a private bathroom with hairdryer and amenities.

The Gomerez rooms are on the front of the building with balconies providing glimpses or views (depending on which floor) of the Torres Bermejas and Torre de la Vela of the Alhambra. One of the rooms on the second floor has an elegant glazed balcony. They all have twin beds. The Mauror rooms face into the patio garden that lies against the Carmen de Mauror walls at the foot of the Alhambra hill. They offer a choice of twin or double beds.

At the very top of the house are the special Mirador rooms, with views over the city. Mirador Alhambra has five windows offering vistas of the cathedral, the Albayzín and the Alhambra. Mirador Catedral gives views of Carmen de Mauror, the cathedral and the Albayzín.

The hotel has a 24-hour reception and a garden terrace. There is a tour desk and parking is available nearby for an extra charge. There are 2 computers which guests can use for free.

This is a location that is just a step away from the life of the city and its greatest monuments. From here you can enjoy the Alhambra (of course), the Albayzín, the restaurants and tapas bars, the museums and the fascinating "old town". Also, being in the largely pedestrianised part, it is surprisingly quiet. All of the city is just a few steps away.

Meals

Like many city hotels, Puerta de las Granadas doesn't have its own restaurant. But why worry, when you have so many bars and restaurants in the centre of Granada to choose from? A buffet breakfast is available in the bar-cafeteria, and room service is offered. Free tea and coffee are available during the day.

Out and About

The hotel can provide tickets for the main Granada tourist attractions.
The Alhambra. Undoubtedly the most famous landmark in Granada, it actually consists of a number of separate buildings and parts. Each one is an individual piece of history that teaches you more and more about the Moorish period of Spanish history.
The Albayzín. A UNESCO World Heritage site.
Granada Cathedral and the Royal Chapel where the catholic kings are interred.

Places to visit:
Sierra Nevada. The most southerly ski resort in Europe. This could be your only chance to go skiing in the morning and sunbathing on the beach in the afternoon. In summer too, this is a most beautiful area for exploring.
The Alpujarras. This beautiful and quite remote range of hills on the southern edge of the Sierra Nevada was made famous by the book "Driving Over Lemons".
Beaches. The eastern Costa del Sol (much, much quieter than the western end) is only 50 minutes away by car. Try Nerja, Almuñecar and Playa Granada.
If you go to Nerja, be sure to also visit the picturesque little village of Frigiliana.

The Mauror rooms look out over the Carmen de Mauror and the patio garden. Choice of twin beds or double beds.

All the Gomerez rooms look out over the Cuesta Gomerez with views towards the Alhambra. One room on the second floor has a special glazed balcony. The rooms on the third floor also have a view of the Alhambra's Torre de Vela. All have twin beds.

This special room with twin beds and a beamed ceiling has five windows giving views across the city including the cathedral, the Albayzin and the Carmen de Mauror.

Not surprisingly, the Mirador Alhambra is a penthouse room with a view of the Torre de Vela of the Alhambra, as well as the cathedral and the Albayzin.