Hostal Atlantida* Small family hostel located in one of the main streets of the city, in a building dating back from the early 20th century, near the train station and bus stop at its doorstep. The main monuments and shops are nearby. More information.
Hotel Posada del Toro*** Set at the foot of the historic Albayzín district on the lively Calle Elvira, this city-centre hotel is decorated in the style typical of Granada. This welcoming property features ornate wooden decor, elaborate windows and a traditional Andalusian courtyard – a peaceful refuge in the centre of this bustling, historic city. More information.
Finca Los Llanos*** Hotel located in the heart of the Alpujarras, on the slopes of Sierra Nevada mountain range. All the rooms are full equipped with heating, television , fridge, hairdryer, telephone and terrace with wonderful view over Capileira. The Alpujarras offer many possibilities for leisure activities; rafting, paragliding, hang gliding, trekking and horse riding. More information.
Hotel Rural Casa de la Sonrisa The hotel dates back to 1860 and is situated in the centre of the attractive and ancient spa town of Alhama de Granada. Situated approximately 50 km from Granada, Alhama de Granada is located at the top of a ravine and the Alhama’s Balneario Spa with its therapeutic, natural, thermal springs attracts many visitors. More information.
Hotel Carlos V* Located at the city centre and equipped with all amenities, the Hotel Carlos V offers comfort and fine service at very reasonable prices. More information.
Cortijo de Tajar** Set within a traditional Andalusian style farmhouse, the hotel is situated in a privileged area, in the fertile plains of the Granada province, offering the very best facility in a rural setting. Located on the A-92 (exit 203), the hotel is just 20 minutes from Granada, the capital of the region, housing numerous historic sights and monuments. More information.
Hotel Abades Mirador** This small hotel is set in the town of Loja, in the heartland of Andalusia and the Al-Andalus culture. As its name suggests, the hotel enjoys fantastic views over this picturesque, hillside town. More information.
Hotel Juan Francisco** Rural hotel set in the heart of the Sierra Nevada National Park, just 16km from Granada with its famous “Alhambra” and 20 minutes from the Ski Resort. Superb views over the mountains surrounding the hotel. More information.
Hotel Cedran** Located in Granada’s historical centre, 500 metres from the cathedral and 900 metres from the Alhambra, the hotel offers rooms with Wi-Fi internet and individual climate control among other facilities. A historic building in the typical style of Granada, quiet and quaint, where the friendly and helpful staff can offer a family treatment thanks to the moderate size of the hotel. More information.
El Soto de Roma*** Beautiful country manor house dating back to the 19th century situated in Romilla, which has now been lovingly renovated into a stylish, rustic hotel boasting a beautiful pool terrace. Romilla is located close to the river Genil, 8 minutes from the airport, 15 minutes from Granada, 40 minutes from Sierra Nevada and 50 minutes to the beach. More information.
Hotel Puerta de las Granadas*** In the same heart of the historic and monumental city’s hull, between the Alhambra and the Albayzin, the Hotel Puerta de las Granadas is housed in a 19th century building which was totally restored in 2004. It is placed in Cuesta de Gomérez 14, close to the Puerta de las Granadas, from which it gets its name and which is the natural access to the Alhambra monument. More information.
Hotel El Balcón de las Nieves*** Establishment located in the Sierra Nevada National Park, at 1250 metres altitude and with spectacular views of the monumental Granada. All the rooms boast spectacular views of the Sierra Nevada and Granada. This is a unique place, surrounded by pine forests through which you can do various treks. More information.
Dauro Hotel*** Family hotel, superbly located in the heart of Granada. The hotel is just 100 meters from the The Congress and Exhibition Centre and 500 meters from the Capilla Real (or Royal Chapel), which contains the tombs of Isabella and Ferdinand, the Catholic Kings. More information.
Room Mate Migueletes*** Hotel housed in a 17th century mansion with Andalucian patios and galleries. It is completely renovated with all modern facilities including high-speed Internet access in all rooms. Some rooms face the interior courtyard, while others have views of the Alhambra and the surrounding neighbourhood. The hotel has three floors and one tower room. More information. holidays, information, nightlife, where to stay in, hostels, tourism, where to sleep in, transport, map, accommodation, booking, sleeping, places to stay
Apartamentos El Que Te Dije** Charming apartments located in the World Heritage district of Albayzín and only a few minutes from the most visited monument in Europe. The apartments boast a homely atmosphere and are located in a 16th century Moorish house, protected by UNESCO. More information.
Apartamentos Muralla Zirí These apartments are located in the heart of the Albayzín, declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO. it is situated less than 300 metres from the main touristic places. There are 12 fully-equipped apartments divided into two typical Granadan houses. The “Casa Roja”, a rehabilitated building from the 16th Century houses 5 of the apartments, some of which boast views of the Alhambra. It also has an Andalusian patio with hammam (steam room). More information.
Hotel Don Juan*** Hotel located in the centre of Granada, only 5 minutes on foot from the Cathedral and the old town. Easily accessible from the ring road on the outskirts of Granada, from here you can comfortably get to other points of the city and province. More information.
Hotel Mirador Arabeluj* New hotel set on a hillside overlooking Granada’s city centre, a 10-minute walk away. From here, the majestic Alhambra Palace is only 5 minutes away. Hotel Mirador Arabeluj has been built with all modern conveniences but also showcases the region’s traditional Mudéjar style, which blends Christian and Moorish influences. Surround yourself with oil paintings, elaborate, colourful tiles, marble and dark wood, and then step over to the balcony to take in the fantastic views of this historic city. More information.
Room Mate Leo*** Trendy hotel situated in the city centre. The hotel is located very near to monuments such as La Alhambra Palace, the Cathedral and the Royal Chapel and this is a privileged position from which to enjoy the history and Andalucian “magic”. More information.
Hotel Rural Mirasierra*** Recently build hotel situated in the Sierra Nevada Natural Park respecting the architecture and environment of the area. It is only 15 kilometres from the city centre of Granada and 30 minutes from the ski station of Sierra Nevada. More information.
Spanish Civil War guided tours in Barcelona
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Spanish natureTravelling around Spain on a scooter
Entertaining video from the Guardian here showing a woman travelling around rural Almeria on a Vespa scooter.
Best tapas bars in Palma de Mallora
The Guardian has this article on the best tapas bars and bodegas in Palma de Mallorca, home to an an impressive ranges of good eateries. I particularly liked the sound of Bodega Bellver:
Tucked up a side street around the corner from the theatre, Bellver is about as far away from Palma’s gleaming 21st- century tapas bars as it’s possible to imagine. Dark and shadowy, with shelves lined with dusty bottles and wine barrels, and rickety wooden tables scattered around the small space, it is steeped in history, atmosphere and the smell of spicy pork frying on the tiny grill beside the bar. Order up icy beers and pinchos and settle into a slice of unchanged Mallorquin life.
Trekking in the Sierra Nevada in June
I enjoyed this post on the iberianatureforum by Maria:
Outside the tapas bars of Lanjaron temperatures reached 30 degrees. 2500m above we donned our duvet jackets as an icy wind tore across the white snow filled plateau. Such are the contrasts this year in southern Spain’s Sierra Nevada, a legacy of the worst winter weather in living memory.
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Travel guide to Osana
Good review of the county of Osana here from Barcelona writing.
On food of Osona
Pork and its by-products may be the most emblematic food of the county, but Osona has much else to offer gastronomes. The truffle (trufa), a black mushroom that grows underground and is highly prized, and a wide range of bolets (Catalan mushrooms) including pinetell, rovelló, rossinyol, cep and fredolic are found locally, as are the white beans (mongetes) of the Collsacabra Mountains, characterised by their small size. For dessert, the pa de pessic de Vic (sponge cake) is worth trying as are the regional cheeses, curds, honey and jam.
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Detail of modernist forge of the Staircase of the Paseo del Óvalo. The monumental staircase was built in 1921 to link the new railway station with the old part of the city. The work has modernist and neomudejar details. By SantiMB on Flickr
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