Hotel Alixares
http://www.orbitz.com/hotel/Spain/Granada/Hotel_Alixares.h281893/
Hotel Overview
Great Alhambra location
Next to the Alhambra in Granada. Just don't be confused by the two locations given in Mapquest....
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On Spanish vacation
- Jul 3, 2012
Trip to Alhambra
Alhambra's entry is a short 5 minute walk from alixares which is important as is better to buy the...
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- Oct 13, 2011
Hotel Alixares is located in front of the Alhambra, one of the most beautiful monuments all over the World. Fifteen minutes walking from the historical center of Granada. Easy access from the highway (exit 132).
Hotel Alixares has been completely renovated in 2004. Its rooms are climatized and have sat TV, minibar, fully equipped bathroom, and safety box. The hotel has outdoor swimming-pool and it is surrounded by private gardens. This is a particularly popular hotel, due to its ideal location and is excellent value for money.
Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, which is open during summer period, beginning of may to the end of september depending on weather conditions.
A perfect situation just a step away from the Alhambra Palace, Granada's most popular attraction. The city centre is only a few minutes away.
Banquet facilities, Bar, Barbecue area, Conceirge, Conference facilites, Currency exchange, Disabled facilities, Doctor on call, Internet access-High-Speed, Internet access-Wireless, Lift/Elevator, Lobby, Non-smoking rooms, Parking facilites-at cost, Pets allowed, Reception, Restaurant, Room service, Safe deposit box, Solarium, Swimming pool-outdoor services. Parking is charged at 14.60 Euros and supplement for buffet breakfast is 8 Euros per person per day.
Hotel Alixares Rooms
- Standard
- The room offers 1 double bed and 1 twin bed with air conditioning, alarm clock, bathroom amenities, cable/satellite TV, color TV, disabled facilities, ensuite/private bathroom, hairdryer, heating, internet access, mini bar, non-smoking rooms, safe in room and telephone.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- Outdoor pool
- General
- Concierge
- Elevators
- Activities
- Outdoor pool
- Solarium
- Dining
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Laundry service
- Safe deposit box
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Conference facilities
- Doctor on call
- Currency exchange
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Parking
- Parking
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Granada
- Nearby airports
- International Airport: 17.3 Km
- Area description
- Hotel Alixares is located in front of the Alhambra, one of the most beautiful monuments all over the World. Fifteen minutes walking from the historical center of Granada. Easy access from the highway (exit 132).
Nearby points of interest
- Alhambra: 0.9 mi
- Granada Railway Station: 1.5 mi
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1300
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by Orbitz
Guest Reviews (41)
Ratings and reviews for Hotel Alixares
- All travelers (41) 4.3 / 5
- Business (1) 5 / 5
- Couples (6) 3.7 / 5
- Families (4) 3.3 / 5
- Friends (3) 3.7 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.2
- Hotel staff:
- 4.2
- Room comfort:
- 3.6
- Location:
- 4.5
- Value:
- 4.2
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great base for the weekend
Both the bedroom and bathroom were small and basic, but the location is a great base for visiting the Alhambra and the city of Granada for a short stay.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Entertainment tip:
Short drive from hotel
Zoraya restaurant has Flamenco floor show. Performers pass out baskets for tips.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Convenient location for the Alhambra
The hotel is pleasant and near the Alhambra but it is quite a distance from central Granada and the other attractions. The buffet meals were adequate but not fancy. One of our two rooms was spoiled by a smell of sewage. I think the was a leak in the drain line.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Janice
We had a very comfortable and
We had a very comfortable and enjoyable stay at The Alixares. The staff at reception were very helpful and informative. The restaurant was excellent and staff very pleasant, as was the Barman. The only problem was a blocked bath which was a little unpleasant when showering as the water didnt flow away. As I kept forgetting to report it they were unaware of it, but I did wonder if the cleaning staff might have noticed it.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Nice hotel away from the hetic city
Cool hotel away from downtown. great location overall. easy parking. would stay there again. rooms where clean and staff was friendly. nothing bad to say.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
spainlover
Great Location
The staff is wonderful and helpful. The breakfast is not the best I have had in Spain, but very good! The location could not be better! The only bad thing I can say is that I had some trouble with the WiFi. It worked most of the time, but would stop randomly.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
john
great rooftop pool and also rooftop
great rooftop pool and also rooftop bbq open to 0230!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Raiyah
Great hotel
This is a wonderful hotel if you don't mind walking up and down slopes to downtown. It's quite close to the Alhambra and the east side of Granada, and in relatively close proximity to most of the sights to see. The hotel was really clean and tastefully decorated, and the staff at the reception desk were very helpful. They could speak English but reply in Spanish when they can tell you want some more experience with Spanish. They're also very helpful. The hotel is located in a very scenic part of Granada as well - surrounded by trees and mountains, and is away from the hustle and bustle of the city (although is within walking distance from downtown). I really enjoyed staying in this hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
When you walk from the hotel toward downtown, there's a small pathway to the right called the Cuenta de los Chinos. It's a beautiful pathway that leads to two outdoor restaurants that face Alhambra (we ate at the Bar de la fuenta, listening to flute players and looking at the Alhambra lit up at night). It's breathtakingly beautiful and highly recommended.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Typical hotel for tour groups.
Typical hotel for tour groups. Breakfast plenty but not well cooked.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Manny el Torero
Great atmosphere and excellent service.
Walking distance to the Alhambra (if you are planning on visiting Alhambra, make sure you buy the tickets before you get there as you might run in the problem on finding the tickets are sold out). Excellent service. If you get tired of the spaniard food which I doubt you will, you can always get a pizza delivered to your room, we did that one night and it was very good. Bring comfortable shoes as you will walk a lot especially up and down hills. Transportation from hotel to the center of town is very easy as you will find a bus stop within walking distance from the hotel. The only thing I didn't like that much was the bed, not that comfortable, but then, that is the same way for most of the old towns in Spain. Don't expect a bed that you will find even in a 3 stars US hotels.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Money-saving tip:
Not Applicable
While in Spain, if you ask for the "Menu del Dia" (Today's Menu), you can save a lot of money and that includes 2 dishes, bread, dessert, and most of the time one drink. The food from the "menu del dia" is very good. We've been in Spain for 2 weeks now and I have to say that we have save lot of money that way and from all the Menu del Dia we have ate, I can only say that only one was not acceptable. :)
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Anonymous
Too touristy, would not stay there again
If you like big busses in front of your hotel all the time, a very expensive place to park your car, the smell of sewage in your room and a hotel away from everything BUT the alhambra, this hotel is for you. It looks great online, but if you have a desire to see real spain this is NOT your hotel. Everything you do there is extra money. Parking cost over $20 per night. Traveling into town is usually a 20 minute commute. Do yourself a favor: Get a nice hotel in Granada (which is a beautiful city) and spend money ONE TIME on the easy bus to the Alhambra.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 1
- Value:
- 2
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Take the shuttle into Granda instead of a taxi ride. 1.50 Euros for round trip vs. 7 Euro one way for taxi. Shuttle 30 and 33 take you from Alhambra entrance to the middle of downtown Granada.
