18 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.) 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This small family-run hotel in the historic center of town combines traditional style and modern amenities. Each of the three floors in the 19th-century mansion has been decorated in a different style: Andalusian (first), French colonial (second), and simple rustic colonial (third). All rooms have generous mosaic-tiled bathrooms and balconies, some facing the patio rather than the street, and the six rooms in the most recent addition are larger than the others. Breakfast is abundant, with hot options available on request.

Comfortable, squeaky-clean facilities, and excellent value for the cost are two key reasons for choosing this hotel to the north of the heart of Triana. The large entrance houses modern furnishings with a nod to neighborhood ceramics. Rooms (all refurbished in 2020) come in functional browns and beiges, and standard features include king-size beds, a pillow menu, and complimentary tea and coffee. Rooms on the top floor (fourth) on the front side have views of the river. The hotel also has a rooftop pool, fitness room with city views, and secure private parking (€15 a day; prebooking essential).

The 18th-century mansion of the Count of Montelirio, perched over the deep plunge to El Tajo, has been carefully refurbished, maintaining some original features, but the highlight is the breathtaking view over the valley. Inside, notable points of interest include the empire staircase, a precious stained-glass window, and the handcrafted wood ceiling in the common room. Guest rooms are individually styled with dark-wood furniture and heavy fabrics, and it's well worth paying extra (around €50) for a balcony with views over the ravine. The terrace also looks out over the bridge and ravine—perfect for watching the sunset—and the Turkish bath and open fireplace make this an attractive choice for winter. The exterior pool is open in the summer. The restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine. If you need a parking space, reserve one when you reserve your room.

It's not often you get to stay in a 16th-century palace—and this one has a stunning location in the heart of the Albayzín. Each room is magnificently decorated with antiques and modern art; some have balconies with Alhambra views, and others retain their original carved wooden ceilings. Rooms on the two upper floors center around the courtyard and reception area with frescoes painted by a disciple of Raphael.

Expect a spectacular view from the terrace, as this parador clings to the cliffside, overlooking the rolling valley of the Río Guadalete. Public rooms include a popular bar and restaurant, Mesón del Corregidor, which opens onto the terrace and an enclosed patio. The best guest rooms are numbers 6–9 and 15–18, which overlook the valley (well worth the €40–€60 premium). Spacious guest rooms are furnished with dark Castilian furniture, reed rugs, and abundant tiles.

You'll find this modern parador isolated in a valley at the edge of the nature reserve, 26 km (16 miles) north of Cazorla, in a quiet place that's popular with hunters and anglers. Despite the disappointing exterior, the setting is bucolic, amid a pine forest on a hillside, and inside there's a small exhibition space with life-size reproductions of animals. The excellent restaurant serves regional game dishes such as wild boar in red wine and fillets of grilled venison.

On the slopes of the Sierra de Córdoba, on the site of Abd al-Rahman I's 8th-century summer palace, this modern parador has sunny rooms and nice views. Rooms have wood or wicker furnishings, and the pricier ones have balconies overlooking the lush peaceful garden or facing Córdoba. The restaurant serves typical local dishes including salmorejo, the chef's specialty.

Tucked away to the east of the old quarter but within just 10 minutes' walk of the mezquita is a quiet romantic haven, once part of the 17th-century Sacred Martyrs Hospital and whose patio dates back to the 15th century. One of the eight rooms has a view of the quiet pedestrian street, while the others all look onto the interior patio with its original marble columns. The interior style is low-key designer with warm splashes of color in the fabrics, reflecting the simplicity of the hotel. Luxury touches include hot tub and sauna (book your private session) and breakfast with a surprise daily special.