Kim Kim did a great job planning our trip!
Spain | Jun 22 - Jul 5, 2026

Lori
Lori N.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026

We had an excellent time. It met all my expectations. The tour guides were great, knowledgeable and frequently entertaining. We loved not having to worry about getting to and from airports and trains. The hotels selected were all very good. We enjoyed every adventure we went on especially the food tours. I think this is the best way to travel. I used to do all the planning. This was a breeze. We did four cities and each one was so easy to manage.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Suizo Barcelona
Barcelona

This hotel was well located. It was comfortable and had excellent AC which was a pleasant surprise. My only complaint was the only window was on the ceiling so nothing to look at.

Authenticity & Character
We did not ask for luxury, so I expected it to be basic. I was disappointed in the only window on the ceiling.
Location
Staff
Easy to check in
Cleanliness & Comfort
B&B Madrid Centro Puerta del Sol
Madrid

Very centrally located, metro 1/2 block away. Madrid is really walkable. We only did public transport once. Beds comfortable. The glass bathroom walls were interesting and not especially private. Coffee, fruit and snack food available 24 hours.

Authenticity & Character
Not much character, fairly modern. In between two restaurants.
Location
Staff
Friendly and helpful staff.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Place was clean and comfortable. Window into an air shaft.
H10 Palacio Colomera
CΓ³rdoba

Probably the nicest hotel we stayed at. The breakfast was very good. Very central. Easy walking wherever we wanted to go. It was 105 degrees so very happy to have good AC. Beds comfortable.

Authenticity & Character
It was quite fancy for us. We did not use the pool, it was just too hot out. We did hang out in the atrium mostly because there was no place to sit in the room other than the beds.
Location
Very central, easy to get around
Staff
Very helpful and friendly
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything was clean and comfortable.
Hotel Casa Morisca
Granada

Super cute. Nice courtyard. Comfortable room. Some street noise because it was at street level, but mostly quiet. Easy access to where we wanted to.

Authenticity & Character
Lots of character. Felt like we were staying in someone’s home.
Location
Seemed like more walking needed to get around. First place we used taxis.
Staff
Friendly and helpful in calling for taxis
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and comfortable.
Activity Reviews
Park GΓΌell & La Sagrada FamΓ­lia Experience
Park GΓΌell & La Sagrada FamΓ­lia Experience
Barcelona

The tour guide was knowledgeable about both spaces. Sagrada FamΓ­lia is exceptional. I could easily have spent more time there. Park Guell also fascinating. My only complaint was not going inside any of the houses. The group was the largest we were in. After some of the smaller tour groups we did later, I would have enjoyed a smaller group more. Despite all that we really enjoyed these spaces.

Quality of Experience
Knowledge of the tour guide
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Friendly and knowledgeable
Transport
We bussed to the meeting point. From there a private bus to Sagrada. Took the metro back to the hotel. Public transport is good.
Day Trip to Montserrat & Scenic Hike
Day Trip to Montserrat & Scenic Hike
Barcelona

Stephan was great. We did a short easy hike. He had a lot of information about the monastery and surrounding area. He dropped us off at the museum and gave us some free time. He then took us through the local farmers market where we tasted figs, honey and cheese. All of it delicious. It was just us so we had Stephan’s undivided attention. Fabulous day!

Quality of Experience
It is absolutely beautiful up there. Nice to do something out of the city.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Stephan’s knowledge and flexibility for what we wanted to do.
Transport
Stephan drove us up and back down.
Gothic Quarter Tapas Walk
Gothic Quarter Tapas Walk
Barcelona

The tapas walk was great! We tried vermut- a bit sweet, had amazing eggplant with honey - I do not even like eggplant, until now, and Catalan crème is to die for. I was stuffed! And I learned a lot about Barcelona.

Quality of Experience
The guide was knowledgeable and the food was fantastic
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide was great, knew a lot of history about the area and took us to great tapas spots.
Transport
We were on foot so not transport. The meeting place was super close to our hotel.
Summer Magic Nights at Casa BatllΓ³
Summer Magic Nights at Casa BatllΓ³
Barcelona

The house is amazing. It was very crowded and they move you pretty quickly through it it. It was hard to really look at and take in with that pace. The evening entertainment was painful. A really bad Sinatra singer. We were very hungry and the options at the bar were limited. We left early.

Quality of Experience
Hard to say, it was very crowded, not sure if it would be less so during the day. Just did not like the entertainment on the rooftop.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We made our own way there. No personal tour guide, just what was at the house.
Prado Museum & Cultural Walk with Lunch at BotΓ­n
Prado Museum & Cultural Walk with Lunch at BotΓ­n
Madrid

One of my favorite tours. Cassie was one of our favorite guides. All the history and knowledge of Madrid, Spain and the paintings. Ninety minutes went by fast! I waited 45 years to go to the Prado to see Velazquez paintings and it met all my expectations. We saw so many famous paintings and artists. No pictures allowed which was a little sad. I did go back the next day to spend more time. And Botin was fabulous! We had the suckling pig and it was melt in your mouth. The cheese cake was so good! Overall just perfect!

Quality of Experience
The Prado and Botin are top notch.
Food
Botin has been around for over 300 years and the reason is evident in everything they do.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Cassie was just the best guide! Her enthusiasm for everything was so infectious.
Transport
We met at the museum
Evening Tapas, Taverns & History Walk
Evening Tapas, Taverns & History Walk
Madrid

The walk was interesting, lots of cool history. We even looked at some street art. The highlight is the tapas and bars we went to. Who knew a whole place could be dedicated to mushroom tapas. They were so good! All the tapas were so good. The drinks and the history behind them was an all a part of the tour.

Quality of Experience
The tour guide really pulled together history, food and wine.
Food
Everything! So delicious! It was a nice mix of a variety of foods. And plenty of it. We were so satisfyingly full at the end.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
She knew her stuff! And clearly she loves the country and the people.
Transport
Walked to meet the group. It was pretty close to our hotel.
Royal Palace Visit
Royal Palace Visit
Madrid

This was our least favorite. I did not ask for it, but decided to go ahead with it. It was hot. We were tired. We were the only people with the guide. We just could not muster a lot of enthusiasm for the palace. Just not our thing. Also we had heard most of the history from a previous tour.

Quality of Experience
I think the guide did as good a job.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The guide knew her information and did a good job explaining history
Transport
We made our own way there
Walking Tour the Mezquita & Jewish Quarter
Walking Tour the Mezquita & Jewish Quarter
CΓ³rdoba

The Mezquita was amazing! The guide was so knowledgeable and gave a great tour. So interesting the history around the building, the different people who expanded it and loved it. The Jewish Quarter was a sad history of how humans treat humans. It’s important to know that history and its impact.

Quality of Experience
The knowledge of the guide was phenomenal.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We met up with the guide on our own.
Guided Alhambra & Generalife Visit
Guided Alhambra & Generalife Visit
Granada

The Alhambra is everything it promises. Absolutely amazing. It’s huge! So much to see. The history is incredible. Just beautiful what was built and preserved.

Quality of Experience
So much to see and learn
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was great, very knowledgeable. Really brought to life the history.
Transport
We walked to meet the guide
Flamenco & Tapas Night
Flamenco & Tapas Night
Granada

It was just us and our guide. We got a very personal experience. She was fabulous. We got quite a lot of information on what it’s like to live in Spain. The food was excellent. She took us into several markets: spice shop, Torrens Vicens and the Mercado Arabe.

Quality of Experience
It was so nice to have a personal tour guide. She answered all our questions, told us about life in Granada then and now.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
She had such a passion for the food and culture.
Transport
Walked to the meeting
Local specialist: Julia Reed
Julia
Julia Reed
Local specialist in kimkim HQ | Replied on Jul 17, 2026
Welcome home, Lori and Rey! πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ΈπŸŽ‰ I just wanted to take a moment to thank you again for trusting our team at kimkim to help plan your trip to Spain. ✨ It was such a pleasure meeting you both and working with you throughout the planning process! πŸ’› I'm so happy to hear that you had an amazing time and enjoyed your guides! I'll be sure to pass along your kind words to them. 😊 I'm also glad your hotels were a great fit and that everything felt seamless from start to finish. And I couldn't agree... Read more

Welcome home, Lori and Rey! πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ΈπŸŽ‰

I just wanted to take a moment to thank you again for trusting our team at kimkim to help plan your trip to Spain. ✨ It was such a pleasure meeting you both and working with you throughout the planning process! πŸ’›

I'm so happy to hear that you had an amazing time and enjoyed your guides! I'll be sure to pass along your kind words to them. 😊 I'm also glad your hotels were a great fit and that everything felt seamless from start to finish. And I couldn't agree more, food tours are one of my favorite ways to experience a new city!

I hope you returned home with wonderful memories and are already dreaming about your next international adventure together. We'd love the opportunity to help you plan another seamless trip whenever the time comes! 🌎

Wishing you both all the best,
Julia ☺️