Palacio de Santa Inés

Description

The 16th-century Palacio De Santa Ines, set in the Unesco World Heritage Albayzín district, is 5 minutes’ walk from Granada Cathedral. The hotel terrace offers panoramic views of the Alhambra, 20 minutes’ walk away.

Palacio Santa Ines

This charming hotel lies at the heart of the tourist centre Read more

The 16th-century Palacio De Santa Ines, set in the Unesco World Heritage Albayzín district, is 5 minutes’ walk from Granada Cathedral. The hotel terrace offers panoramic views of the Alhambra, 20 minutes’ walk away.

Palacio Santa Ines

This charming hotel lies at the heart of the tourist centre of Granada just 500 m from the city centre where the famous cathedral awaits discovery. The nearest ski resort is some 30 km away and it is about 70 km to the nearest beach.

This wonderful, small hotel is housed in a so-called 16th century Mudejar palace and has been transformed into a hotel with a great deal of taste and skill. The building's interiors feature Andalusian pillared innards with galleries and a wonderful collection of modern paintings to marvel at as well as fabulous frescoes in a Raphaelite style. The building was built in 1515 and comprises 3 floors with a total of 35 rooms of which 3 are suites. Facilities include a foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, a safe and a lift in addition to a restaurant with highchairs for infants and a conference room. Those arriving by car may make use of the car park, which lies about 500 m from the hotel, and a laundry service rounds off the offerings.

The tastefully decorated rooms each come with an en suite bathroom, a hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, satellite/ cable TV, a radio, Internet access, WLAN Internet access, a minibar/ fridge, tiling, air conditioning and a hire safe.

Guests may select their breakfast from an ample buffet.

On the Granada Highway, take the Recogidas centre lane. Drive through Recogidas Street and Reyes Católicos (there is a forbidden notice, allowing only authorised cars to follow: hotel guests are authorised to pass). Upon reaching Plaza Nueva, there are two pylons, which are closed at certain times of the day. If the access is closed, there is a pillar on the left-hand side with various bells. Ring the one for The Palacio Santa Inés and staff will open the access. It is recommended that guests call the hotel at this time. Further on, the sign for the hotel can be seen; it is best to park at the top of the walkway.

The 16th-century Palacio De Santa Ines, set in the Unesco World Heritage Albayzín district, is 5 minutes’ walk from Granada Cathedral. The hotel terrace offers panoramic views of the Alhambra, 20 minutes’ walk away. Set in 2 Mudéjar buildings, the hotel features a salon with an authentic Mudéjar panelled roof, built in 1512. The ornate patio includes a fountain, ornamental tiles and original renaissance paintings. All rooms come with a safe, minibar, pillow menu and private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms are duplex, and Superior Rooms offer Alhambra views. A buffet breakfast is available and you will find many bars and restaurants in the immediate area. The hotel offers tea and coffee in the afternoon, and there are vending machines for drinks and snacks. Free Wi-Fi is offered and there is 24-hour reception. Hotel staff can reserve tickets for shows, guided tours to the Alhambra Palace and the city’s Arab Baths and other events. They can also help you with travel arrangements.

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Hotel Amenities

Room Amenities

Room Information

The tastefully decorated rooms each come with an en suite bathroom, a hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, satellite/ cable TV, a radio, Internet access, WIFI, a minibar/ fridge, tiling, air conditioning and a hire safe.

Location

This charming hotel lies at the heart of the tourist centre of Granada just 500 m from the city centre where the famous cathedral awaits discovery. The nearest ski resort is some 30 km away and it is about 70 km to the nearest beach.