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Aire Alta, 12, Granada 18009, Spain
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Carmen de la Alcubilla del Caracol

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5 of 5 stars
Trabajando_Traveler 8 contributions
Virginia
Mar 18, 2008 | Trip type: Friends getaway
2/2 found this review helpful

This is one of the most beautiful hotels I have ever stayed in. We had first class service the whole time and the staff takes meticulous care of not only the hotel, but also the grounds. If possible, try to stay in the room called "El Torre." It is on the top floor and features a big bathroom as well as a very large balcony. My friends had that room and I stayed in the room called "Cipres," which was equally comfortable but had a slightly smaller patio.

The hotel itself is situated on a hill which overlooks all of Granada. You can have picturesque sunsets looking west and enjoy the snow capped Sierra Nevadas looking east. The whole time, your senses will be overwhelmed by the scents of lemon trees, orange trees, wisteria, and a bevy of other flowers of which I am not educated enough to identify. Walk all of the grounds, there are treasures around each corner and tucked away in small recesses.

Manuel, the main caretaker of the hotel, provides relentless service and even arrives early to prepare breakfast in the morning. Fresh fruit is picked from the trees and he makes a special tostada with tomato, salt, and olive oil that I will be implementing into my regular breakfast cycle. It is a short walk to the Alhambra and equal in its beauty.

  • Liked — Service, cleaniless
  • Disliked — I liked it all!
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay March 2008
  • Visit was for Quality time with friends
  • Traveled with Friends
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since March 18, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites
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“What a Place!”

Carmen de la Alcubilla del Caracol

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5 of 5 stars
bjca 16 contributions
Midlands
Feb 29, 2008 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

We have just returned from a stay and what can we say that other Trip Advisor reviews have not already covered. We couldn't have wished for a better place. We stayed in the top room "La Torre", which was out of this world. Both the room and bathroom were spotless and well decorated and the balcony had fantastic views over the Sierra Nevada ,City & orange trees in the garden. As for Manuel - he was an absolute diamond. From the moment we arrived, nothing was a problem. As it was my birthday, he arranged flowers for my husband, he booked us into a fantastic restaurant. If visiting, you must also get manuel to make you the "traditional" tomato bread!
As for Granada, this was true spain and a visit to the Alhambra is a must. What you do need to take into account is this is very old city which is hilly, with narrow cobbled streets and the Carmen is a traditional house which was built on the side of the hill (quite near the top) - but this was part of the fun for us!

  • Liked — Everything
  • Disliked — Nothing
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay February 2008
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since November 10, 2006
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Families with young children, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Great pool scene, Pet owners
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine
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“Favorite Southern Spain Lodging”

Carmen de la Alcubilla del Caracol

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5 of 5 stars
scoopSF 1 contribution
San Francisco
Jan 31, 2008 | Trip type: Couples
2/2 found this review helpful

My husband and I spent three weeks traveling in Spain and were fortunate to have stayed in a variety of nice hotels and B&Bs. But the Carmen de la Alcubilla was the one experience we both agreed could not have been improved upon. I can't think of enough good things to say... The decor is simple, tasteful and everything is impeccably clean. The proprietor, Manuel, is knowledgeable and friendly. The location, walking distance to the Alhambra, can't be beat and the views from the patio are lovely.

  • Liked — asteful decor and good service
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay September 2007
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since January 31, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites
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“Fantastic Carmen”

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5 of 5 stars
joggerbrown 1 contribution
South Yorkshire
Dec 3, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

My wife and I stayed 4 nights at the Carmen in November and had a fantastic stay.
As previous reviewers have said, Manuel and Paula are the perfect hosts and full of suggestions for places to visit and places to eat.
We will definitely stay here again on our next trip to Granada.

  • Date of stay November 2007
  • Member since December 03, 2007
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“Wonderful Stay at the Carmen”

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5 of 5 stars
LouavulTraveller 1 contribution
Louisville, KY
Nov 27, 2007
3/3 found this review helpful

We had a wonderful 2-night stay at this charming Carmen. I can't say enough good things about it. Nice location on the hill of the Alhambra in a quiet residential area. Beautiful terrace and grounds overlooking Granada. Immaculately clean and modern facilities. Helpful hosts Miguel and Paula treat you like family. The location means a bit of a walk downhill to the center of town, but it's totally worth it! If we return to Granada, we will definately stay here again!

  • Date of stay October 2007
  • Member since November 27, 2007
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Aire Alta, 12, Granada 18009, Spain