Casa Morisca Hotel, Granada

Pros

• The hotel received Spain's Europa Nostra Award for restoration, so you'll sleep among authentic decor and historical details.
• You'll be across from the Alhambra, just up the street from the Paseo de los Tristes, which has beautiful views of the Palace and Darro River.
• Set in the Albaicín neighborhood, you can easily walk to several sites, including Moorish houses, viewpoints, the Sacromonte area, and the Cathedral.
• There's free parking available right at the hotel's entrance, which is unique for this area of Granada.
• Enjoy breakfast in a historic cistern and relax in the traditional inner courtyard.
• The rooms on the top floor facing the river feature Alhambra views.

Cons

• You'll be further from the city center (but closer to the Albaicín and Alhambra).
• The street is very touristy, so the neighborhood feels a little busy, though the hotel remains quiet.
• The hotel is on the top of a steep street, so it may be difficult for those with mobility issues to navigate. 

Authenticity

It's hard to beat this hotel in terms of history and authenticity. It's an award-winning restoration project transforming a traditional 15th-century Moorish house into a hotel. Enjoy eating breakfast in an old cistern, relax in the traditional inner courtyard, and marvel at its preserved elements, including tiled flooring, wooden balconies, and stone columns.

Location

The location is ideal if you want to be in the Albaicín neighborhood yet close to the Darro River and views of the Alhambra. The hotel is just steps away from the Paseo de los Tristes with river and Alhambra views, plus statues, a park, and several outdoor cafés. You'll also be within walking distance of many sites, including the Sacromonte neighborhood, Catedral de Granada, and all the best viewpoints.

Rooms & Bathrooms

The rooms offer beautiful quarters with antique furnishings, tiled floors, and wood-beamed ceilings. We recommend booking early to secure one of the top-floor rooms with vaulted ceilings and truly incredible Alhambra views (some with Juliette balconies). The standard rooms have windows opening up to the inner courtyard, so you won't get any views and this design can make the rooms noisy during the day. Bathrooms are small and a little outdated, but might charm you with the vintage tiling.

Amenities

Amenities at Casa Morisca are basic, as there is no gym, pool, or spa (although in-room massages can be arranged). One of the biggest perks of Hotel Casa Morisca is its free parking right at the property's entrance, which can be challenging to find in the Albaicín neighborhood.

Family-Friendliness

Children of any age can stay at the hotel, and those under two get to stay for free. However, Casa Morisca caters more to adult travelers, offering no activities or amenities for families. There are some larger rooms, but larger families must book multiple rooms.  

Other Highlights

Enjoy the hotel's historic charm, such as eating your daily breakfast in a landmark cistern and relaxing on the inner courtyard balconies. There is also a small garden patio with mosaic-clad tables and chairs. The patio area is covered with wooden beams laced with greenery.