Palacio de Santa Inés Hotel, Granada

Kimkim team favorite · 4.6 (14 reviews) · Standard
Historic hotel in Granada's Albaicín with Mudéjar architecture, modern rooms, views of the Alhambra, and a buffet breakfast

Overview

Palacio de Santa Inés offers a quiet refuge in the busy Granada neighborhood of Albaicín. The 35-room hotel is set across two 16th-century Mudéjar buildings, and you'll notice several preserved elements, including wooden terraces in its traditional inner courtyard. Top-floor rooms with balconies and Alhambra views are worth the extra expense, though you can still marvel at the picturesque palace in the atrium lounge with its glass ceiling. 

Pros
  • The quiet location is on a hidden square just one block from Carrera del Darro and within walking distance of nearly all the city's sites.
  • Since the hotel is in a pedestrianized area, there's no traffic and very little noise.
  • The inner courtyard is picturesque, with stone columns, wooden balconies, and plush seating, while the top-floor lounge has vaulted glass ceilings and Alhambra views.
  • Enjoy a breakfast buffet with lots of variety in an airy dining space.
  • Family rooms have a lofted space with twin beds ideal for children.
Cons
  • The Palacio de Santa Inés Hotel is initially challenging to find.
  • The standard rooms feel a bit simple and could use a little refresh. 
  • The hotel doesn't have a restaurant or bar.
  • Some parts of the hotel are only accessible by stairs.
  • There's no pool or spa on-site.

Kimkim's Take

Ash
Ash Merscher kimkim staff
Based on kimkim staff visit, June 2022 (Learn more)

Authenticity

The hotel transformed two Mudéjar buildings, a type of architecture that merges Gothic and Islamic styles, popular in Spain from the 12th to 15th centuries. It's hard not to feel like you're sleeping among history, with Roman columns, Greek adornments, wooden terraces, and an inner courtyard. 

Location

The hotel feels tucked away on a little square in the Albaicín, just about one block from the busy Carrera del Darro. You can easily walk to all the city's main sites, including the Catedral de Granada and the Alhambra, plus all that there's to see in the Albaicín and Sacromonte neighborhoods.

Rooms & Bathrooms

The hotel's architecture is striking, but the rooms feel slightly left behind, especially those in the standard category. We recommend booking early to secure a room or suite on the top floor with views of the Alhambra (some with private enclosed terraces). Bathrooms are simple, though bright and modern. You might like the family rooms with lofted sleeping areas if you're traveling with older kids.

Amenities

The top-floor lounge is a highlight, as it features comfy sofas and a vaulted glass ceiling, revealing amazing Alhambra views. There's a simple breakfast buffet and picturesque seating in the hotel's courtyards. There's no pool, gym, or spa on-site. The hotel isn't ideal for those with limited mobility: there are 20 steps to enter the hotel, and some other areas are only accessible by stairs.

Family-Friendliness

Children are welcome in the hotel, and children under 12 stay free (in existing beds or units with room for cribs or extra beds). Family Rooms have a mezzanine separating the main sleeping area, so it's possible to accommodate two children comfortably. The hotel can arrange babysitting services at an extra charge. Due to the hotel's layout and stairwells, it might not be the best choice for those needing a stroller. 

Other Highlights

There isn't a restaurant or bar at the Palacio de Santa Inés Hotel, but there's a full buffet breakfast every morning (and the option to have breakfast brought up in the room). The buffet is served in a room beautifully decorated with white and blue tiles and a wooden beamed ceiling. 

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 3-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +1-0-34958222362
Hotel address icon Cuesta Santa Inés 9
Free wifi
Travelers often mention

Summarized by AI based on kimkim traveler reviews

Prime Location

The hotel is centrally located in Granada, within walking distance to major attractions and bustling plazas. Guests appreciated the ease of access to everything. (7 mentions)

Tricia
“The location was fantastic and within walking distance to everything”  — Tricia Z.
Deirdre
“It was a very unique hotel in an excellent location to everything, easy walking distance.”  — Deirdre H.
Emilie
“The location is fantastic, right next to a bustling plaza with some of the best tapas we had the entire trip.”  — Emilie T.
Charming Historical Building

Guests loved the charm and aesthetic of the historical building, which has been converted in a pleasing way. The hotel is described as unique with a lot of character. (6 mentions)

W
“Very location with a lot of history in the building, converted in a very charming and aesthetically pleasing way.”  — Wes E.
Mindy
“Charming, but a little older and less amenities than the other hotels on our itinerary.”  — Mindy B.
Raj
“Its a heritage building and unique.”  — Raj K.
Friendly and Helpful Staff

Numerous reviews highlighted the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. Guests felt well taken care of and appreciated the excellent service. (5 mentions)

C
“Staff were very friendly and helpful.”  — Chris P.
Raj
“The staff was very helpful.”  — Raj K.
W
“Extremely helpful staff.”  — Wes E.
Spectacular Alhambra View

Several guests mentioned spectacular views of the Alhambra from their rooms, which added to their overall positive experience. (3 mentions)

C
“Our room had a view of Alhambra and the night life.”  — Chris P.
Tricia
“The views were amazing”  — Tricia Z.
Deirdre
“we had a view of the Alhambra which was spectacular.”  — Deirdre H.

Traveler Reviews

14 total ratings, 10 with reviews
4.6
Feature ratings
Authenticity & Character
4.9
Location
4.7
Staff
4.7
Cleanliness & Comfort
4.8
C
Chris P.
Australia | Reviewed on Nov 01, 2023
Ideal location yet very quiet. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Our room had a view of Alhambra and the night life. The whole hotel had a great atmosphere and flet welcoming and relaxing after the busy Granada streets. Read more

Ideal location yet very quiet. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Our room had a view of Alhambra and the night life. The whole hotel had a great atmosphere and flet welcoming and relaxing after the busy Granada streets.

Authenticity & Character
Wonderful
Location
Very central
Staff
very helpful and friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were small but adequate with a fridge. Great views and very quiet at night
Stayed in October 2023
C
Cameron N.
Highland, CA | Reviewed on Aug 05, 2023
Loved the hotel . Read more

Loved the hotel .

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in June 2023
Raj
Raj K.
| Reviewed on Aug 02, 2023
Very nice hotel in the central part of Granada. Its a heritage building and unique. The staff was very helpful. Read more

Very nice hotel in the central part of Granada. Its a heritage building and unique. The staff was very helpful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in July 2023
Tricia
Tricia Z.
Jollyville, TX | Reviewed on Jun 27, 2023
I can’t say enough about this hotel. This was our favorite hotel of all places we stayed. The rooms were super big the hotel was very historical. The views were amazing. The location was fantastic and within walking distance to everything. Read more

I can’t say enough about this hotel. This was our favorite hotel of all places we stayed. The rooms were super big the hotel was very historical. The views were amazing. The location was fantastic and within walking distance to everything.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in June 2023
Deirdre
Deirdre H.
Queensbury, NY | Reviewed on Apr 24, 2023
It was a very unique hotel in an excellent location to everything, easy walking distance. The hotel had a lot of charm and we had a view of the Alhambra which was spectacular. It was not just one room but also had a living room space which was really nice. I didn't love the breakfasts in the mornings. Read more

It was a very unique hotel in an excellent location to everything, easy walking distance. The hotel had a lot of charm and we had a view of the Alhambra which was spectacular. It was not just one room but also had a living room space which was really nice. I didn't love the breakfasts in the mornings.

Authenticity & Character
It's a very unique hotel with a lot of charm.
Location
Close to everything a tourist would want to see and close to restaurants
Staff
They were friendly but I didn't like that when I left the hotel each time, I'd often see one of the clerks outside the front door smoking cigarettes.
Cleanliness & Comfort
It was nice to have a bigger area with an included living space.
Stayed in April 2023
Emilie
Emilie T.
Matthews, NC | Reviewed on Nov 09, 2022
This hotel is lovely and comfortable with amazing views. We also loved the breakfast. The location is fantastic, right next to a bustling plaza with some of the best tapas we had the entire trip. Thanks so much for making our stay in Granada even more beautiful. Read more

This hotel is lovely and comfortable with amazing views. We also loved the breakfast. The location is fantastic, right next to a bustling plaza with some of the best tapas we had the entire trip. Thanks so much for making our stay in Granada even more beautiful.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful, great location, incredible views.
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in November 2022
W
Wes E.
Bon Air, VA | Reviewed on Nov 06, 2022
Very location with a lot of history in the building, converted in a very charming and aesthetically pleasing way. Extremely helpful staff. Read more

Very location with a lot of history in the building, converted in a very charming and aesthetically pleasing way. Extremely helpful staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in October 2022
Jyoti
Jyoti S.
Encinitas, CA | Reviewed on Sep 06, 2022
Absolutely charming hotel. However, if mobility is an issue, this is not the place to stay. Read more

Absolutely charming hotel. However, if mobility is an issue, this is not the place to stay.

Authenticity & Character
Charming old world ambience. However, there is no elevator so if mobility is an issue, make sure your room is on a lower floor.
Location
Central to Sacromonte and other areas but on an uphill street. Have to walk up and down stairs to get a taxi.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in August 2022
D
Debra D.
Kansas City, MO | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2022
This hotel has character and excellent staff. The air conditioning did not work well and our room stayed hot. It made sleeping difficult. Read more

This hotel has character and excellent staff. The air conditioning did not work well and our room stayed hot. It made sleeping difficult.

Authenticity & Character
The rooms and building have character
Location
Many steps to carry luggage
Staff
Very helpful and friendly. Provided us with a fan.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Other than the heat, the room was comfortable.
Stayed in June 2022
Mindy
Mindy B.
New Orleans, LA | Reviewed on Jun 20, 2022
Friendly staff. Well located. Charming, but a little older and less amenities than the other hotels on our itinerary. Read more

Friendly staff. Well located. Charming, but a little older and less amenities than the other hotels on our itinerary.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Our shower was broken, but they fixed it right away.
Stayed in June 2022

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 3-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +1-0-34958222362
Hotel address icon Cuesta Santa Inés 9
Free wifi