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Magical Albaicin - Penthouse facing Alhambra Palace

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TERRACE opposite Alhambra, Albaicin and Sierra Nevada. Totally equiped
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Granada
  • Place, Calle Elvira
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Alhambra
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mirador de San Nicolas
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Granada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Top floor bedroom opposite Alhambra Palace

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Magical Albaicin - Penthouse facing Alhambra Palace

Comfortable, spacious attic apartment (170m2) with private terrace, situated at the top of a recently renovated XVI century building. Its two bedrooms, big kitchen, two living rooms and two bathrooms are distributed on a SINGLE FLOOR, with attractive high wooden ceilings. Its entrance patio with its columns and wooden balustrades give you the feel of the authentic, traditional Andalucia.

Its prime popular location, in a quiet, traffic restricted, UNESCO designated area, lies within a short walking distance from the center town with its myraid of bars, restaurants, shops and services. The Alhambra area, the Cathedral and many other places of cultural interest all lie within walking distance,

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number ESFCTU00B1180170007172950000000000000000VUT/GR/010046, VFT/GR/01004
Property # 8177136
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Granada

Located in Albaicín, a neighbourhood in Granada, this apartment is near a water park. Alhambra and Granada Cathedral are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, check out Sierra Nevada Ski Resort. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Estadio Nuevo los Carmenes or Armilla Trade Fair. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Granada

What's nearby

  • Calle Elvira - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Plaza Nueva - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Alhambra - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mirador de San Nicolas - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Granada Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Granada Station - 18 min drive
  • Granada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe 4 Gatos - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tetería Nazarí - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar La Fontana - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Teteria Dar Ziryab - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Tabernilla del Darro - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Magical Albaicin - Penthouse facing Alhambra Palace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Magical Albaicin - Penthouse facing Alhambra Palace ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magical Albaicin - Penthouse facing Alhambra Palace ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Magical Albaicin - Penthouse facing Alhambra Palace located?

Located in Albaicín, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Monastery of Santa Isabel la Real, Alhambra and Granada Cathedral. Palacio de Los Olvidados Museum and Casa de los Pisa are just steps away. Granada (YJG-Granada Train Station) is 22 minutes by foot and Granada Station is 22 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 69 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

gravel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful apartment in Granada!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even better than the pictures. A peaceful oasis, amazing location & great & helpful communication from host.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aidan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We did not cook much, but the kitchen seemed well equipped. The coffee press needs a new handle. The apartment is tricky to find but is in an excellent location. The view from the patio deck is exceptional. Gloria provided clear instructions, helpful information and responded to questions quickly.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view and terrace! We loved staying in the old neighborhood and the property was beautifully decorated and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with beautiful views!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roisin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely space to explore Granada from, the balcony is so beautiful and the veiws from it are amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment!

Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Beautiful apartment. Gloria was great to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was always available by VRBO or What’s App. The location of the apartment is wonderful! The Albacain neighborhood is a very old and famous area that is hilly and not easy to get a cab/Uber in certain spots so get ready to walk which we loved and the cafes tabernas were plentiful. You are also very close to shopping and Alhambra. The apartment has everything you need and a little cold in the winter (we were therein January) but even then we enjoyed a glass of wine on the balcony to watch the sunset with gorgeous views of Alhambra and snow covered Sierra Nevada mountains!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Karim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed staying at Casa Gloria. There was a small hitch (the place was not ready at check in time) but the owners handled it well. We went out for a drink and came back to a clean house. The balcony is lovely and the apartment is comfortable. It is a 5 minute walk up a hill but that was no problem for us. The area is historic and very beautiful. A view of the Alhambra from the balcony was delightful. Gloria is easy to communicate with and is very responsive. We recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visiting Granada

Excellent place ! Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryce E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay in Granada!

Had a wonderful stay at Gloria’s apartment in Granada. Perfect location in the Albaicín with spectacular view of the Alhambra from the upper living room and patio!The property was easy to find and we didn’t find the uphill walk all that difficult. Check-in was very easy and Gloria was very communicative the entire stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Val L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view of Alhambra from the apartment was amazing! The apartment was comfortable and had everything we needed. Given the location among winding streets we needed Google maps to find our way home - it worked. Not a good location for someone with mobility issues due to the hills and you can't drive up to it. Gloria was an excellent host - she went over & beyond to ensure we were enjoying our stay. Will recommend to friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Apartment!

The apartment was beautifully decorated, and the view was spectacular! The historic neighborhood with winding streets was an adventure to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tracey f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning views

A challenging walk but well worth it. Such a lovely house, so charming. Great memories. Thank you Gloria!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Hi Tracey, I'm sorry to hear you had a hard time getting directions to the apartment. The apartment is located in Albaicín neighborhood which is Granada's Arab quarter, a World Heritage Site. This neighborhood is closed to traffic, so , you can enjoy the quiet streets and squares facing the Alhambra, but, from the apartment, you will be within easy walking distance to all places of interest. It has been a pleasure hosting you . Best, Gloria
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great experience.

Gloria's apartment was wonderful. It has a breathtaking view of the city and Alhambra from the windows and a great outdoor deck. The woodwork is amazing and its very close to many restaurants and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment is very nice and clean and spacious. There is a wonderful view of the Alhambra, and it is located close to many attractions, restaurants and bars. Gloria, the owner/manager was wonderful. The only drawback was the plumbing: we could not put toilet paper down the toilet. Also, the streets are so narrow, a car, including a taxi cannot fit in the streets. However, you can catch a taxi nearby. Overall, a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph Tom W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Must see city and place to stay

Such a beautiful city and this place allowed us to enjoy it to max. Views out every window and balcony were as good as any public area, but without the crowds. Gloria was very accommodating and the home was so very well decorated. Highly recommend unless unable to climb hills and stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Hi Joseph I'm sorry to hear you had a hard time getting directions to the apartment. The apartment is located in Albaicín neighborhood which is Granada's Arab quarter, a World Heritage Site. This neighborhood is closed to traffic, so , you can enjoy the quiet streets and squares facing the Alhambra, but, from the apartment, you will be within easy walking distance to all places of interest. It has been a pleasure hosting you . Best, Gloria
Verified

8/10 Good

Allen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, spacious place that is nicely decorated. Amazing views of Alhambra! It would have been a five star but we didn’t know that only two rooms had air condition, so we slept in the foldout bed. It worked out fine and slept well. Just something to consider if you planning on staying during hot summer months.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2025
Many thanks for your comments Allen. Perhaps we should have recommended that you open the windows of both the bedrooms and those of passage way at night. Because the apartment is high up, you do get enough cross ventilation to cool the bedrooms to sleep comfortably at night, even in hot weather - that is our own experience at least.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lani F.

Fantastic location and cozy apartment.

Not posh, but super functional and authentic in the albaizin. Gloria is wonderful, and the view of Alhambra is unreal.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Nice to meet you. Send my regards to your family. Thanks for your visit. All the best, Gloria
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alhambra family trip

place was quaint. Gloria was super attentive and sent us various useful tidbits of info. The location had great views of Alhambra but it is definitely not for people who have difficulty walking as it is uphill. Only issue is that the AC is in the attic room and the family room. The two bedrooms have fans which were not a problem for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rod G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great unit in a fantastic location

The unit itself was very cool, overlooking the Alhambra. It was fairly large with an interesting layout and some nice spaces to just sit and take in the vibe of the place. The hosts were very helpful and although the check in process is (by necessity) a bit complex, the instructions were very well laid out and accurate. I would definitely stay here again if/when we come back to Granada.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn Ann L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely view

The view was as pictured from the upper room. The property was well appointed and clean. A few notes is the door can be tricky as you need the keys to also turn on the electicity and turn of when leaving, suggestion a battery motion light at the door to be able to see. Beds were comfortable and shower had great pressure. One suggestion is to upgrade the towels, but we had a great stay and the streets are fun to drive on!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and immersed in the culture

We had a lovely stay. There was plenty of room to spread out for our blended family with two teens. The immersion in historic Granada was perfect - with the incredible views, and winding Albacin neighborhood at the doorstep. We could walk almost everywhere we wanted to go. (There are hills which we knew.) The apartment had everything we needed, and it was perfectly clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2025
Hi Renée,, Thank you for your kind comment. It was a pleasure hosting you. Many thanks. Gloria

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