66 Best Hotels in Andalusia, Spain

The architect who owns this 15th-century building transformed it into a hotel so distinctive that he received Spain's National Restoration Award for his preservation of original architectural elements, including barrel-vaulted brickwork, wooden ceilings, and the original pool. Opened in 2012, Casa Morisca is named after the term that was given to the Muslims who stayed on in Granada after the city came under Catholic rule in the late 1400s. Many of these Moriscos were artisans who decorated houses using materials and designs traditional to their culture, such as arches and wooden ceilings. Though the guest rooms aren't large, they have a heady Moorish feel as a result of their wonderful antiques and unique ceilings; some also have views of the Alhambra and Albayzín, and all have minibars and free Wi-Fi. (Even if you don't stay in it, ask for a look at the bridal suite, with its intricately carved and painted wooden ceiling.) 

Perched atop the cliff behind the town parador, this tiny hotel in a former 17th-century convent shares the amazing view of another hotel in town, its swish neighbor (La Casa Grande). Though the rooms here are smaller and very slightly cheaper, most have private terraces and all are furnished tastefully with period artwork and sculptures. In addition, guests have the use of a large rooftop terrace on the edge of the cliff. There is no restaurant, but breakfast is available for purchase.

In a traditional Granadino villa on the slopes of the Alhambra, this privately run lodging is one of Granada's most stylish hotels. The rooms are bright, airy, and furnished with antiques; most also have private verandas with views over the city and the Sierra Nevada. The terraced garden, with watering troughs fed by an irrigation system from the Alhambra, is a peaceful oasis. Try to book the room in the torre (tower) for the views.

Once home to Jerez’s gentlemen’s club (known as the Casino) and a symbol of the city’s sherry heyday, this restored 19th-century mansion is the most comfortable luxury hotel and the only five-star grand-luxe hotel in town. Liveried staff greet you at the entrance to elegant communal rooms centered on the fine patio. Original features combine to perfection with modern lighting, fresh flowers, exquisite wallpapers, and the occasional very clever trompe l’oeil. Each of the rooms has its own style but originality, comfort, and little touches provide a common theme. The outside terrace offers peace and quiet; there’s a small garden where a giant jacaranda tree reigns supreme, while the roof terrace has a small plunge pool. Breakfast comes à la carte, and Restaurante T22 pays homage to traditional local cuisine.

This lovely country house, 6 km (4 miles) from Aracena, is nestled in 150 acres of woods and is run by a charming British couple, Sam and Jeannie Chesterton, who include big breakfasts in the room price and offer dinner for €35. You'll enjoy vegetables and herbs from the garden and eggs from their own chickens, and Jeannie also conducts Spanish cooking courses for groups of up to eight people. Three woodland vacation cottages are available, converted from former stables and workers' cottages. Views from the infinity pool (heated) are spectacular.

One of the city's top lodging options, this tastefully renovated 17th-century mansion is built over the ruins of a Roman house (visible beneath glass floors) in the historic center of town. Archaeological remains combine with contemporary features, with glimpses of Roman ruins below one of the patios (ask for a guided tour during your stay) and under the dining room floor; clever lighting and a complimentary spa complete the mélange of old and new. The spacious rooms have parquet floors, exposed brick walls, and many original architectural features. Splurge on the blue Gran Capitán or the pink Don Quijote suite. The restaurant offers a fusion of modern and traditional Córdoba cuisine, and there's also a tapas bar.

This comfortable and quiet hotel lies conveniently off Plaza de la Trinidad near the cathedral and is a good option for cheaper lodging in a city with so many upscale accommodations. Spotlessly clean rooms and common areas with modern bathrooms. 

Inaugurated by King Alfonso XIII in 1929 when he visited the Ibero-American Exposition world's fair, this grand hotel next to the university is a splendid, historic, Mudejar-style palace, built around a central patio and surrounded by ornate brick arches. Classic meets modern throughout the hotel, which has been graciously restored over the years. Public rooms have marble floors, wood-panel ceilings, heavy Moorish lamps, stained glass, and ceramic tiles in typical Seville colors. The hotel has three restaurants and the elegant Bar Alfonso. If you can't afford a room in Seville's most emblematic hotel, you can still enjoy the sumptuous surroundings while sipping an ice-cold fino from the bar that overlooks the fabulous Moorish-style courtyard.

With regular classical concerts, a music room off the central patio, and instruments for guests to use, including pianos in some of the soundproofed rooms, this 18th-century manor house is ideal for touring professional musicians and music fans in general. Each room is named for a different composer, and furnishings include family antiques. There's a small glass-wall elevator, a patio garden and cafeteria, and a roof terrace overlooking the Judería and La Giralda. The terrace has a pool and a cocktail bar where guests also enjoy breakfast until 1 pm.

In a tastefully restored 17th-century convent, this boutique hotel has spacious quiet rooms, and the mezquita is almost within arm's reach from the rooftop terrace. Original features include a marble staircase and a delightful patio with tinkling fountain. The bright and airy rooms are styled with modern furnishings and have generously sized seating areas. All have an original feature, such as an alcove or vaulted ceiling. Treat yourself to the Anahita Suite, complete with turret and private terrace overlooking the mezquita.

This classy boutique hotel, located in a refurbished 19th-century mansion, is a refuge in bustling Santa Cruz. Rooms are tastefully decorated in subdued colors, have high ceilings, exposed wooden beams, wood floors, antique furniture, and large and modern bathrooms. The superior rooms on the terrace have their own patio and private hot tub. The staff are lovely, and the hotel offers complimentary afternoon tea and snacks, which can be taken on the rooftop terrace with a small pool and views of La Giralda. The buffet breakfast is generous.

Built in 1729, this extraordinary mansion encircles a central patio with lush vegetation and is perched on the edge of the 400-foot cliff to which Arcos de la Frontera clings. Inside, Catalan owner Elena Posa has restored each room, and the artwork, the casually elegant style, and the inventive bathrooms are all a delight. The breakfast terrace allows you to look down on hundreds of swallows circling over the riverbed below. The rooftop rooms, El Palomar (the Pigeon Roost) and El Soberao (the Attic), are the best, but the Bahía and Cuarto y Mitad rooms have large terraces.

This small hotel, occupying a collection of houses just a stone's throw from the mezquita, combines enchanting antique furnishings with modern amenities, but its greatest asset is its helpful staff. The spacious rooms come with computers and unlimited Internet usage. Breakfast is generous and is served either in the room or on one of the small patios.

An ideal base for exploring the area, this is the spot to find rural simplicity and stunning mountain views. Though a mere 20 years old, the house has been cleverly designed and built to resemble an old-fashioned village home, complete with beams, tiled floors, and thick whitewashed walls. The rooms are essentially small suites, each with a sitting area; all but one have small terraces from which to enjoy the views. The tranquil flower-filled garden is idyllic on sunny days, and when temperatures drop, there's a cozy fireplace in the communal sitting room. Hosts can advise on hikes and car trips in the area.

Housed in a 19th-century mansion, Mercer is one of the city's top boutique hotels, featuring a lofty patio with a fountain, a stunning marble staircase, and a striking geometric chandelier atop a glass gallery. The 11 spacious rooms have walk-in closets, complimentary coffee and tea, afternoon cakes, and luxury amenities. Deluxe rooms face onto a bright patio with vertical gardens, while suites overlook the street. Breakfast includes a standard buffet and many à la carte options. Guests can make use of the plunge pool and lounger area on the rooftop terrace. Downstairs by the entrance, the cozy bar offers an extensive menu of spirits and cocktails popular among locals.

In old Úbeda, this stunning 16th-century mansion has been in the same family since it was built—it still hosts the Marquesa de la Rambla when she's in town—and eight of the rooms are available for overnighters. Each room is unique, but all are large and furnished with original antiques, tapestries, and works of art and some have chandeliers, four-poster beds, and access to the garden. The palace is arranged on two levels around a cool ivy-covered patio, and there are several salons open to guests.

This 18th-century palace with elegant updates and stylish contemporary furnishings, marble-columned patios, high ceilings, and a rooftop with terra-cotta-rooftop views, a pool, and bar is one of the most chic converted-palace accommodations in Seville. Situated within walking distance of sights (15 minutes to the cathedral and alcázar) but still far enough away to be quiet and untouristy, this elegant retreat begs you to linger a while, under the shade of orange trees in the courtyard or in the plunge pool on the rooftop overlooking the city. Rooms are lofty and equipped with luxurious touches and amenities. Service is top-notch, with staff in sharp and stylish uniforms. There's a small spa and gym, a restaurant in the palace's former wine bodega, and breakfast is served in a cozy, whitewashed basement or outside on a quiet patio.

This is Spain's most expensive and most popular parador, right within the walls of the Alhambra. It occupies the gorgeous building of a former Franciscan monastery, built in the 15th century by the Catholic Monarchs after they captured Granada. Try to get a room in the old section, which has views of the Generalife and beautiful antiques, woven curtains, and bedspreads. Rooms in the newer wing are also charming but more simply decorated. Gardens surround the building.

Built amid the mountaintop towers of the Castillo de Santa Catalina, this 13th-century castle had a complete refurbishment in 2020 with modernization of all its installations. It has, however, kept its traditional style and is one of the showpieces of the parador chain and reason enough to visit Jaén. Its grandiose exterior echoes the Santa Catalina fortress next door, as do the massive vaulted halls, tapestries, baronial shields, and suits of armor inside. The comfortable bedrooms, with lofty ceilings, Islamic tile work, and canopy beds, have balconies overlooking fields stretching toward a dramatic mountain backdrop. Specialties served in the restaurant include spinach Jaén style (with egg) and ajoblanco.

This splendid parador is in a 16th-century ducal palace (the facade and patio were fully restored in 2025) in a prime location on the Plaza de Vázquez de Molina, next to the Capilla del Salvador. Guests are led to their rooms—which have tile floors, lofty ceilings, Castilian-style furniture, four-poster beds, and modern bathrooms—up a grand stairway decked with tapestries and suits of armor. The dining room, specializing in regional dishes on its à la carte menu, serves some of the best food in Úbeda. Try the typical andrajos soup with noodles, cod, and prawns. Reservations are essential on weekends and in spring.

If you’re looking for a self-catering option in the heart of Santa Cruz, you can’t go wrong at this comfortable town house, originally an 18th-century mansion. The one-bedroom units (single and double beds available) with kitchenette and pull-out sofa are perfect for families and small groups. The bustling Plaza de la Alfalfa is right on the doorstep, offering local flavor (choose one of the units at the back to avoid street noise). Staff go the extra mile to welcome you and provide information about Seville. The rooftop terrace has a small plunge pool.

Fittingly, given its location next to the Moorish baths, this small, German-run hotel—which was used as a backdrop for the film Carmen—has an Arabian theme throughout. Terra-cotta tiles, graceful arches, and pastel-color washes on the walls set the scene. The two rooms on the first floor, which have their own terraces and open onto the split-level garden and pool, are well worth the extra €30. Breakfast comes with homemade jams and breads, plus local cheeses.

Tucked at the heart of Priego’s bright white center, this boutique hotel offers an oasis of peace and quiet, plus the chance to enjoy the in-house spa pool and Turkish bath (included in the price). Each of the bedrooms has a distinctive style and ornate decor with brightly colored feature wall; all face the interior patio. Parking is available, a valuable asset in the town center.

This 17th-century house still has original details like the majestic vaulted ceilings, and with the use of stunning tiles (azulejos)—hence the name—it mixes Andalusian and Latin American influences. All rooms are painted in warm pastels, filled with antiques, and open onto the tropical central patio with banana trees, lofty palms, and frilly ferns. The back patio includes a plunge pool, open in summer only. The breakfast menu is almost entirely homemade.

Up a narrow alleyway, behind an ordinary facade, a 17th-century palace that was the haunt of Seville's poets at the end of the 19th century is now an oasis of calm. Centered on a marble-arch patio with walls in the city's hallmark red and ocher and permeated by the scent of jasmine, the palace has been restored to its former glory, preserving all its original elements. Guest rooms are light and airy, and some have intimate views of roofs and gardens. Dark wood features heavily, in keeping with the hotel's past, and the rooftop terrace takes in the lovely dome of Santa Cruz church as well as a good view of La Giralda. Breakfast is included in the room rate if you book direct. 

Tucked away down a quiet side street in the heart of the Centro district—just a 15-minute walk from the main sights—this restored 18th-century town house pays homage, decor-wise, to the Roman Emperor after whom the street is named. Furnishings and decor throughout have a classical air, while coffee-capsule machines in all rooms and the rooftop plunge pool and cocktail bar provide modern touches. Choose the street-facing rooms for more space, or treat yourself to the junior suite that comes complete with a large private terrace and solarium.

Southeast Asian and Moroccan decor fuse to perfection throughout this carefully restored 17th-century palace in the heart of Santa Cruz. The quiet side street provides a welcome calm from the hustle and bustle of the main sights within an easy and short walk. The hotel itself spreads over three separate buildings, all restored with luxury touches such as oak floors, Bose speakers, and coffee machines. Feast your eyes on the views from the rooftop terrace, where a plunge pool and daybed in the lookout tower await, or book private vistas of the Giralda from the pool terrace suites.

Andalusia’s tallest building, with a 180-meter tower, designed by Cesar Pelli, rises high above the Cartuja area and makes a controversial sight on the city skyline while delivering spectacular views over Seville, Triana, and the river. Rooms are spacious with modern functional decor and automatic window blinds. Hotel amenities include a spa and restaurant services.

The rooms in this stylish hotel southeast of Baena, on the edge of the Parque Natural Sierra Subbética 25 km (15 miles), are elegantly modern and generous in size. All have balconies with views onto the exquisitely landscaped gardens where there's a large pool that is more than welcome in the summer months. The hotel restaurant serves traditional local fare and has a good value menú del día.

Once a humble hostel on the Granada leg of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route, this restored 17th-century palace now offers stylish boutique accommodation. Each room is unique, with unusual or antique pieces of furniture in an eclectic mix of modern and old. Other original features include wood-beam ceilings in rooms, and the marble columns in the central patio complete with a wooden gallery mezzanine, striking modern sculpture, and temporary art exhibitions. Guests can enjoy a complimentary welcome drink, afternoon tea in the library, and a pillow menu.