We stayed here for 2 nights in March 2008. This place is more like a bed and breakfast than a hotel. It is about a 15 minute walk to the Alhambra and Cathedral. It is tucked away on a hill, so the views are great. We enjoyed sitting out on the common terrace with a wonderful territorial view. We felt as though we were living in a mansion. We loved the city of Ganada and this was a welcome place to come home to after a day of sightseeing.

We were so glad we stayed in this hotel. We loved the intimate atmosphere, the attention to detail in the decoration of the rooms, the view, the scents of the garden - the wisteria was in flower as we were there. The situation is also perfect - a few steps to the Alhambra, but fine to walk down the hill into town, or down the other side of the hill into Albaicin - steep walk down the gorge but lovely. We had the Buganvilla room which has a pretty little terrace and a bathroom with a small bath, very comfortable. As per the other reviews here, special mention to the staff, Manuel the owner, and his hand made breakfasts, with garden-grown oranges, and also Anna. They speak English, and are friendly and quick to help.
The best part of all is that you feel you are staying in a friendly house - not overwhelming but there to make you feel at home.
We would certainly stay again and also our teenage boys felt how charming it was.
We had to park up the hill from the hotel but it was no problem, and the staff will help with luggage if you need it.

I led a small party of 5 couples for a long weekend break in this fascinating city and selected this hotel largely on the great reviews of Tripadvisor pundits.

We were not let down - the position of this small hotel is wonderful, within walking distance of the Alhambra Palace and then the town itself just 10 minutes walk down the hill in the other direction.

The staff were incredibly attentative and helped us in every way - from recommending restaurants to eat in to daily itineraries for our city exploring or Sierra Nevada walking. The owner Manuel was there to welcome us, say farewell and his encyclopedia knowledge of Granada was fantastic.

The hotel setting high overlooking the plains and mountains is absorbing and the tranquility of the terraces and gardens most welcoming after the hustle of the city.

Should we ever visit Granada again the Carmen de la Alcubilla del Caracol is the only place we would stay.

I have stayed in countless hotels over the years, but the Carmen is one apart. As mentioned in other posts, it consists of seven gorgeous rooms. My wife and I stayed in the Torre, which from my understanding is the largest and has a fantastic patio where you can watch the sunset over Granada while at the same time taking in the snow capped Sierra Nevadas.

The owner aka Jefe, Manuel, took wonderful care of us. In addition, he takes great care of his property and the grounds are pristine, with the scents of orange trees and flowers completing the experience.

Quick notes - if arriving by car, look for the Alhambra Palace Hotel, the Carmen is not far; great breakfast on the patio; 10 minute walk to the Alhambra; surprisingly good restaurant by the ticket office at the Alhambra (El Mimbre) - thanks to Manuel for the tip; Carmen has all the feel of staying in someone's beautiful home while at the same time being completely taken care of