Hotel NH Collection Granada Victoria, Granada

Pros

• You'll be in a prime location overlooking Puerta Real, just a short walk to the Catedral de Granada and the Alcaicería market street.
• The hotel resides in an early 20th-century building with a classic facade.
• Rooms come equipped with espresso machines, plush bedding, and rainfall showers.
• The in-house restaurant serves a mix of traditional Mediterranean cuisine with a modern twist, and the breakfast buffet includes a range of options catering to various dietary needs.
• Families can book connecting rooms and children can order from the kid's menu at breakfast.

Cons

• The vibrant nightlife nearby can lead to noise in street-facing rooms.
• There's no pool or gym.

Authenticity

The NH Collection Granada Victoria is set within a 20th-century classical building, showcasing a beautiful historical facade that complements its modern interior design. Built in 1935 (and renovated in 2005), the hotel retains its architectural charm while offering updated rooms and facilities. The hotel's domed restaurant serves a taste of the region with modern Mediterranean lunch and dinner options and a buffet breakfast (for a fee) featuring Spanish meats and other traditional items. Guests can enjoy views of Puerta Real, the historic heart of Granada, and the nearby Alcaicería market area, reminiscent of a bygone time when the Moors occupied Granada.

Location

Centrally located in Granada's bustling Puerta Real district, the hotel is ideally positioned for exploring the city. It's just an 8-minute walk from the historic Catedral de Granada and a 5-minute stroll to the Alcaicería, a historic Arabic-style bazaar. The lively area around the hotel has dining, shopping, and markets, with numerous tapas bars on nearby Calle Navas. Although the street can be busy, a taxi stand nearby makes it easy to navigate farther afield, including a 15-minute drive to the Alhambra or a 35-minute drive to the Sierra Nevada National Park.

Rooms & Bathrooms

Rooms at the Granada Victoria are so modern you won't know you're in a building from the 1930s. They're decorated in cool, neutral tones with muted pops of color in the furniture and textiles (think rust red or dusty pinks). Most rooms feature small balconies with views of the city, and some offer vistas of the Sierra Nevada mountains. There are various room types, from the compact Superior Single to the spacious Junior Suite. Bathrooms are equipped with rainfall showers or deep soaking bathtubs.

Amenities

Although the hotel lacks a pool, spa, or gym, it compensates with its in-house restaurant. The NH Collection Granada Victoria Restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine with a modern flair, and the Cafeteria Bar offers a range of international dishes and drinks. The breakfast buffet caters to various dietary needs, including gluten-free and vegetarian options, with a special kid's corner for the more choosy palettes.

Family-Friendliness

The hotel is moderately family-friendly, offering cribs and a special children's breakfast selection (the "kid's corner"). The Superior XL Room or the Premium Room are the better options for families, accommodating a third guest on a rollaway bed.