Everything was just extraordinary. I highly recommend it

Stayed in June 2024

The breakfast was not very varied or interesting

A beautiful small hotel- loved the private terrace

Stayed in June 2024

Lovely property, with amazing views of Granada. A short walk to the Alhambra and into town. Alejandro and staff were very friendly and helpful, which made our stay extra special.

Stayed in June 2024

The location was great for the Alhambra. Very peaceful. Alejandro and Lorenzo were very helpful and provided lots of info on places to visit.

Stayed in June 2024

Magnificent views and room. Proximity to the Alhambra was fantastic as you could walk or catch the local bus that traveled every 15 minutes. Alejandro and Lorenzo were helpful. Alejandro was helpful and informative and help us to get around Granada. He met us and helped with our luggage. Breakfast was cooked by Lorenzo and was exactly what we needed. Perfect place to stay and would go back!

Stayed in June 2024

There is nothing not to like!

This is a beautiful property located on the hillside just below the Alhambra with amazing views across the city and towards the snow covered Sierra Nevada mountains.

Stayed in May 2024

Nothing to dislike

We have stayed here before so no surprises. It is superb in every way

Stayed in May 2024

Breakfasting on the balcony of a beautiful small hotel/ guest house overlooking Granada and snow capped Sierra Nevada Mountains - peaceful, spectacular - what's not to like? A 10 minute walk up to Alhambra or down to the old town, a fabulous restaurant 150 meters away, local small buses and a very informed and helpful host.

Stayed in May 2024

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Superb hotel in a superb location.

Stayed in April 2024

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Alejandro and Lorenzo were excellent… thank you both! Very willing to help and advise. Excellent location for Alhambra. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend and would stay here again.

Stayed in May 2024

Some older visitors could find the hillside approach a bit of a challenge, though there were many older folks present who had no issues with it.

Carmen de Alcubilla del Caracol is a true Carmen - a lovely converted old manor house with an intimate and secluded oasis of gardens terracing down the hillside quite close to the Alhambra. Tranquil and understatedly elegant it is magical with superb views of the city below and the sierra Madre Mountains beyond. We simply loved it and all the friendly and helpful staff.

Stayed in April 2024

Leaving

Absolutely beautiful place in fantastic location. One of the highlights of our trip. Alejandro and Lorenzo were brilliant with their information and recommendations.

Stayed in April 2024

Perfect location, excellent staff! Beautiful view from our room.

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing. Just note it is better for people with good mobility as it is on a steep hill and has stairs to get to the rooms.

This is a wonderful little hotel on the hill below the Alhambra with a beautiful garden and views of the city and Sierra Nevada. Our room had a terrace overlooking the mountains. The service is wonderful and very personal - Alejandro (owner/manager) helped us with directions getting to and from the hotel, getting our luggage in and up to the room (no elevators), parking our car, advice about visiting the Alhambra and with recommendations and directions to attractions and restaurants. Breakfast was delicious.

Stayed in April 2024

I cannot think of anything that could have been better. If your main goal is to visit the Alhambra, this is the perfect place--but you must get your tickets well in advance (we bought ours two months ahead) before going to Granada.

I loved the location of the property which was within walking distance of the Alhambra in Granada. The property and the grounds were beautiful. It is obvious this place is loved and well cared for. It was a bit challenging to to the property by a private car with the windy and narrow streets but the directions Alejandro gave us were excellent. When we got close, we called Alejandro and he immediately met us at the car. He helped us park the car in their garage and assisted us with getting our luggage to our room. Alejandro was amazing. He gave us a map of Granada and was very detailed in showing us where to go to get to the Alhambra and places in the city. He told us about all the different modes of transportation to get around without driving. (It is not easy to drive in Granada, so it is best to keep the car parked and walk, use a public bus or taxi which are very affordable.) Granada is a very hilly city with a lot of steps to climb to get back to the property so we got a taxi a couple of times to get back up the hill after a long day of sightseeing. We had a very nice room with a gorgeous view of the city so it was very peaceful and relaxing. The continental breakfast was delicious with fresh juice and great coffee. We really enjoyed staying the Carmen de la Alcubilla del Caracol and hope to return someday. Thank you!

Stayed in March 2024

Throughout Granada there is much to see and experience. It's quite beautiful and memorable top to bottom. hence an issue to think about as there are many vertical stairs / steps and inclines all through the city and the hotel that one must negotiate. So wear your best walking shoes and be ready to experience a demanding workout on your calves and feet at all areas.

This property was so enjoyable and relaxing but the owner (Alejandro) was the special ingredient. Seldom do you have a chance to interact with the owner of a hotel and get to know them a little bit as a person. We were fortunate enough to do that with him during our stay. He was so informative, helpful, funny and engaging on all aspects of Granada (and Spain as well) that his presence made the stay that much more awesome. Thank you Alejandro!. His staff Lorenzo and Conchi were also amazing people and incredible hosts. We loved everything about staying here as the views were amazing and the property was quite accessible to all things needed. Stay here as It will be worth it!

Stayed in March 2024

Home from home

The location and warm welcome from the staff. Really friendly and helpful.

Stayed in March 2024

Very personal service - the owner was extremely attentive and informative- helped us get last minute tickets to the Alhambra . Charming hotel, lovely terrace to enjoy a drink and the fabulous views. 10 minutes from the Alhambra - a perfect location looking down to the city and across to snow capped mountains.

Stayed in March 2024

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Small friendly hotel. Great position with amazing views. Very comfortable and staff were very helpful

Stayed in February 2024

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Great position, beautiful views. Just perfect.

Stayed in February 2024

A very comfortable hotel with a warm welcome and good location

Stayed in February 2024

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Alejandro is one of the best hosts I have ever encountered. This is not just a simple hotel, but a villa on top of the mountain. Alejandro has poured much love into this space, and you can see many traces of care here. The hotel has different rooms and courtyards, where you can see the entire city. You can even watch the sunrise and sunset while sipping champagne in your room. Alejandro will give you the best recommendations, not only for dining or better routes, but also for this house's history, culture, and story. This place feels like home, and I have had the most enjoyable few days of my trip here. In the future, I will come back to Granada and return to this place, looking forward to meeting Alejandro again.

Stayed in February 2024

Accommodation was a bit cramped. The host was amazing, very helpful and provided lots of information.

We were 15 minutes walk from the highlight of Granada, Alhambra. Built by the Moors, and was occupied by them for 700 years, finally the town people decided to take back the fortress and fought to regain Alhambra, after which the Moors vacated the palace completely.

Stayed in December 2023

Beautiful house in gorgeous location very close to Alhambra and town. Alejandro made us feel very welcome and looked after us really well with great recommendations. The house had everything we needed. Breakfast was great and we would highly recommend staying. Lorenzo also a fabulous host. Very comfortable and special place to stay while exploring Granada.

Stayed in January 2024