Palatial Hotels
Andalucia is home to a good selection of palatial hotels, located in newly-renovated buildings that were once spectacular castles, manor houses, olive mills or palaces. They have been lovingly converted into wonderful hotels with acres of grounds and breathtaking views, located on hilltops or in valleys, surrounded by Andalucia´s rich natural beauty.
These are different to the various paradors that can be found in Andalucia, and are privately-run hotels. Listed below are the most spectacular palatial hotels in Andalucia, offering stunning natural beauty and exquisite accommodation. Enjoy.
This charming, restored Andalusian manor house is set amongst olive groves and fields of sunflowers. It has a restaurant, seasonal outdoor pool and a family-owned chapel built in 1878. All rooms are rustic in décor with wooden or tiled floors and wooden beams.
Set on beautiful grounds, this restored Andalusian farmhouse preserves its original structure, offering a large courtyard and an outdoor swimming pool. Each room is unique and individually decorated with original artwork, and most of them have a private patio and a fireplace.
The impressive Casa de Carmona is a 16th-century Renaissance palace with 33 unique bedrooms. It has a library and an outdoor swimming pool. This family-run hotel has beautiful gardens and patios with fountains. The restaurant serves market cuisine with fresh products.
Situated in the heart of the Sierra Nevada Natural Park, this boutique hotel offers rooms with a private terrace and amazing views. La Almunia del Valle features an outdoor swimming pool. The restaurant serves dishes made with fresh produce from the neighbouring areas.
Cortijo Bravo is a 19th-Century country house with a peaceful rural setting. It offers elegant accommodation, with an outdoor swimming pool, a sun terrace and a patio. Rooms have classic décor and a balcony or terrace, with views of the countryside.
Surrounded by olive groves and herb gardens, Casa La Siesta features an infinity swimming pool and beautiful accommodation with balconies and views. Each charming room, suite and villa has rustic décor with beamed ceilings, and Egyptian cotton sheets.
The rural hotel is located in the heart of Grazalema Nature Reseve, surrounded by natural beauty. The hotel is decorated in traditional Andalusian style and some rooms have a private terrace. The converted farm house has a chapel and a small bullfighting ring.
Set in an Italian-style building from the 14th century, Casa de los Bates features an outdoor pool. It is surrounded by gardens and offers free Wi-Fi and free bicycle use. Elegant rooms and suites are air conditioned and overlook the beautiful gardens or the sea.
Set in a striking 18th-century building, Palacio Marques de la Gomera offers spacious rooms with traditional décor and balconies. It features a restaurant and a charming interior courtyard. It maintains its original Baroque façade, beamed ceilings and stone archways.
Set in a 300-year old Andalusian house, Koala Tarifa offers studio apartments with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a terrace. Featuring exposed wooden beams and stone walls, each studio includes a seating area and private bathrooms with free toiletries.