I loved my 2-night stay at the Carmen. All the other reviews do it justice, and I based my decision to stay here from TripAdvisor. It was not hard to find, as I took a taxi from the bus station and he directed me the short walk down the street from where he was able to park.

Sophia, the evening hostess, was most gracious. She invited me to dine with her friends one evening, and it was a pleasant experience. I cannot say enough about her hospitality and grace.

I stayed in La Glicinia on the bottom floor. The rooms were very clean, and the entire building was charming. I would definitely stay here again.

So glad we stayed here! Yes, it was difficult to find if driving yourself, but worth it. We somehow managed to get of the main road from Malaga a junction too late and ended up driving through the centre of Granada, following signs for the Alhambra that took us in circles then just stopped. Finally we hit the ring road and followed it all the way around the outside of Granada to come in behind the Alhambra and get back onto the route suggested by the hotel. After arriving Manuel took the car keys and sorted out the parking for us (don't tell the car hire company!) in the very narrow streets.

So much good advice from Manuel and others - maximised our short stay. Room great, breakfast excellent. Steep walking in all directions but we managed it and our fitness levels went up noticeably.

Carol and Chris.

We had an excellent stay in this hotel. As everybody would confirm, do not drive into Granada (and as such to this hotel) but get a taxi. When you are finally settled down, enjoy a beautiful view in the gardens of this hotel. The room was nice and the staff very friendly. The location is great. You pass the walls of the Alhambra and you are very close to the city center.

This hotel , was the highlight of some amazing accommodation we enjoyed during a 5 week holiday in Spain and Portugal.
Situated just below the Alhambra, with spectacular views over Granada and the Sierra Nevada, it was a perfect place to sit on our own terrace at the end of a day filled with the wonders of the Alhambra and Granada. Our host Manuel was charming and spent considerable time informing us of sights to visit and places to eat. The Carmen is beautifully clean, and has a wonderful selection of art books to browse. Breakfast, whilst simple, was delicious , and served by a delightful young university student .
As in previous reviews, there is a steep climb from the old town, however bus 32 drops you at the Alhambra Palace hotel , which is a few minutes downhill walk away. A cab fair was only 4 euros!
When staying at this hotel do try and book the Torres room, with its delightful terrace and DO eat at a very nearby resturant Carmen de San Miguel. We had what was our stand out meal on the shole trip. amazing food, and delightful service, with the same amazing views as the hotel