Location.Offering panoramic views over Granada and the surrounding mountains, the Macia Real de la Alhambra is a modern property located two kilometres from the historic Alhambra and the tranquil Generalife Gardens. Granada Airport is situated 15 kilometres away, and takes approximately 15 minutes to reach by car. Hotel Features.Guests can go for a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool, and pamper themselves in the hair salon with a range of beauty treatments. Those on business can benefit from conference facilities, and further amenities include a concierge desk, dry cleaning facilities, airport transfers (surcharge), complimentary wireless Internet access throughout, and garage parking available onsite (surcharge).

The Macia Real offers two dining options: the Daraxa is an informal, contemporary restaurant, serving a range of traditional Andalusian and international dishes, and the relaxed, modern Snack Bar offers light refreshments including sandwiches, salads and tapas.

Guestrooms.The 185 guestrooms, over six floors, feature contemporary decor. All include air conditioning, complimentary wireless Internet access, flat-screen televisions with satellite channels, direct- dial phones, hair dryers, minibars, safes and desks.

Expert Tip. Granada's Cathedral, located three kilometres from the hotel, was built on the site of a former Mosque, with construction starting in the 16th century and continuing until the 18th century. The building combines Gothic, Baroque and Renaissance architecture.

Room Types:

Standard Twin:   One double or two twin beds. Contemporary decor. Air conditioning, complimentary wireless Internet access, flat-screen television with satellite channels, direct-dial phone, hair dryer, minibar, safe and desk.

Driving Directions: Getting there. A bus runs between the airport and the Avda. de la Constitución, Gran Vía and Palacio de Congresos. One single ticket costs about 3 EUR. A taxi to the hotel costs about 20 EUR. The best way to get around the centre of Granada is on foot. A car is recommended for exploring the surrounding Andalusian countryside.