Hotel Palacio de los Navas occupies an old noble house in the historic heart of Granada, restored as a hotel while keeping its patio, its stone details and its sense of age. Entering through the old doorway into a courtyard is part of the pleasure, and it sets the tone for a stay that feels rooted in the city. The hotel is small compared with the large chains, and the service is correspondingly personal. It is a good choice for travellers who like old buildings and want a base from which every major sight in the centre can be reached on foot, with the Albaicín and the Alhambra a taxi or short uphill walk away.
Location
The centre of Granada is compact, and from here the cathedral, the Royal Chapel, the Alcaicería and Plaza Nueva are all within a short stroll. The area has many cafés, pastry shops and tapas bars, so you rarely need to go far for a meal. The streets close to the hotel can be lively in the evening, so ask for an inner room if you prefer quiet.
Rooms
Rooms are arranged around the old house, so sizes and layouts differ, with some opening onto the patio and others to the street. Expect traditional touches combined with modern bathrooms and air conditioning. If you value space or a particular outlook, check the room descriptions and ask when you book.
Who it suits
Couples, history lovers and independent travellers who like a hotel with character and are happy to be in the middle of the action. It is also good for travellers on a short stay who want to walk everywhere. Families can be accommodated in larger rooms, subject to availability.
Good to know
A room does not include an Alhambra ticket, and the timed slot for the Nasrid Palaces should be booked as soon as you book your stay. Vehicle access in the old centre is restricted in places, so ask the hotel about parking and arrival before you drive in. Check breakfast and cancellation terms when you reserve.
Walking times and tips
The cathedral and Royal Chapel are roughly five to ten minutes away on foot, Plaza Nueva a little more, and the lower Albaicín about fifteen to twenty minutes, mostly uphill at the end. The Alhambra is usually a taxi or minibus ride, or a walk of around thirty to forty minutes that climbs steadily.
Treat these as rough guides and check a map. The old streets around the hotel can be narrow and busy in the evening, so ask about the best arrival route if you travel with luggage, and about quieter rooms if noise bothers you.
Why stay here
- ✓Restored historic palace
- ✓Patio courtyard
- ✓Central historic-centre location
- ✓Air conditioning
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓24-hour reception
- ✓Breakfast available
- ✓Luggage storage
Good questions
Is Hotel Palacio de los Navas in the old centre?+
Yes. It is in the historic centre, a short walk from the cathedral, the Royal Chapel and Plaza Nueva.
How do I get to the Alhambra?+
By taxi or minibus from Plaza Nueva, or on foot uphill. Allow extra time for your timed slot.
Can I drive to the hotel?+
Vehicle access in the old centre can be restricted. Ask the hotel about parking and arrival before you travel.
