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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Granada

25 stays · 15 aparthotels and 10 serviced apartments

Granada is a small city on a hillside with the Alhambra above it, the Albaicin opposite and the Sierra Nevada behind. Aparthotels and serviced apartments in Granada suit it well: a kitchen and a living area help families, small groups and people staying for a week or more, and many streets in the old quarters are narrow and hilly, so a place with its own facilities saves daily trips.

25 places to stay in Granada

25 stays

Where to stay in Granada

Centro and Gran Via

  • first-time visitors
  • transport links
  • shopping

Central Granada is organised around the junction of Gran Via de Colon and Calle Reyes Catolicos, according to Wikivoyage. The cathedral, described there as the second largest in Spain, and the oldest square, Plaza Nueva, are close by. Most city buses pass along Gran Via in front of the cathedral, and the airport bus calls here.

Stays in or near Centro and Gran Via

Albaicin

  • views
  • atmosphere
  • walking

The Albaicin is the old Arab quarter, part of the UNESCO World Heritage property with the Alhambra and Generalife, and a legacy of Moorish town planning and architecture according to UNESCO. It faces the Alhambra across the River Darro. Entering from Plaza Nueva means walking uphill, and Wikivoyage calls the small red and white Alhambra Bus minibuses the best way to explore the Albaicin and reach the Alhambra.

Stays in or near Albaicin

Realejo

  • quieter stays
  • long stays
  • couples

Realejo is one of Granada's central districts, listed by Wikipedia among its main neighbourhoods. Wikivoyage describes it as a sleepy neighbourhood of scenic villas and gardens on the foothills beneath the Alhambra, once the Jewish district, so it suits visitors who want to be near the main sights but away from Gran Via.

Stays in or near Realejo

Sacromonte

  • flamenco
  • views
  • atmosphere

Sacromonte lies east of the Albaicin and is known for its cave dwellings built into the hillside, according to Wikivoyage, which also says the district is famous for its flamenco shows and views of the Alhambra. It can be reached on foot along Camino del Sacromonte or by the Alhambra Bus minibuses.

Stays in or near Sacromonte

Getting around Granada

Federico Garcia Lorca Granada-Jaen Airport is the nearest airport, according to Wikipedia. Wikivoyage says Alsa runs an airport bus with two routes into the city, each 11 times a day: one to the Palacio de Congresos that calls at Gran Via de Colon opposite the cathedral and takes about an hour, and a faster one to the bus station in the north. Check Alsa's timetable for current times. The bus station is about 5 km from the centre, reached by metro or city bus, and the train station is served by local buses.

Granada has one metro line, city buses along Gran Via and the small Alhambra Bus minibuses that climb to the Alhambra, the Albaicin and Sacromonte. Wikivoyage also mentions a reloadable travel card for buses, metro and regional trains, and a Granada Card that gives access to several attractions. Walking is the main way to get around the centre, though the hills are steep.

Living in Granada for longer

The Alhambra and Generalife Trust sells tickets online through its official ticketing site, and Wikivoyage names the Nasrid Palaces and the Generalife gardens among the main attractions of the complex. Wikivoyage advises booking well ahead because numbers for the Nasrid Palaces are limited and tickets tend to sell out, which matters most for short trips and peak weekends.

For longer stays, food is a practical pleasure here. The Granada tourism portal highlights tapas and gastronomy, and Wikivoyage says most bars serve free tapas with each drink, with Calle Elvira and nearby streets north of Plaza Nueva holding the largest concentration of tapas bars. If you are relocating, our guide on serviced apartments for relocation explains what to check. Compare other Andalusian cities such as Seville, Cordoba and Malaga.

When to visit Granada

Wikipedia describes a hot-summer Mediterranean climate at 738 m elevation, with summers hot and dry and winters cool and damp, most rain falling from November to January. Wikivoyage says the city's dry air makes summer heat less uncomfortable than in other Andalusian cities, that you will need a jacket from about November to April, and that snow in the city is rare.

The Sierra Nevada behind the city is a winter sports area; the Granada tourism portal says it offers skiing and snowboarding when it is covered in snow, so a winter stay can combine the Alhambra with a day in the mountains.

Wikivoyage points out that most places of interest are within walking distance of the centre, with the Alhambra and the Albaicin on opposite hills on the east side of town, separated by the Carrera del Darro and a small river. That means the decision is less about the distance between districts than about their character and slope. The areas below compare four of them. For background on the format, see what an aparthotel is.

Long-stay tips for Granada

Of the 25 properties here, 10 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 6 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 11 include some form of housekeeping and 1 have a 24-hour front desk. Each property page has a facts box, so you can compare apartments before you book.

23 properties list a full kitchen and 2 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.

Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 41 m².

Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.

Aparthotel brands in Granada

Brands with properties here include Limehome (4) and Numa (1).

Other cities in Spain

Travelling further? See aparthotels in Majorca, Madrid, Tenerife, Barcelona, Seville, Valencia, Málaga and San Antonio.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Granada?

Centro is easiest for transport and first-time visitors. The Albaicin and Sacromonte have more atmosphere but are hillier, and Realejo is a central, quieter alternative.

How do I get from Granada airport to the city?

Wikivoyage says an Alsa bus runs to the centre, stopping at Gran Via de Colon, and another route goes to the bus station in the north. Taxis are also available.

Do I need to book the Alhambra in advance?

The official trust sells tickets online, and Wikivoyage strongly recommends booking ahead because tickets for the Nasrid Palaces are limited and often sell out.

Is Granada walkable?

Mostly. Wikivoyage says most places of interest are within walking distance of the centre, though the Albaicin and Alhambra are on hills.

When is the best time to visit Granada?

Wikivoyage says summers are hot but dry and that you need warm clothing from about November to April. Winter suits visitors who also want the Sierra Nevada for skiing.

How many aparthotels are there in Granada?

We currently list 25 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Granada.

Do aparthotels in Granada have kitchens?

25 of the 25 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.

Which aparthotels in Granada have a washing machine?

10 properties list an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.

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