Genil Travel Guide
Granada
Popular places to visit
Alhambra
After visiting Alhambra, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Granada. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Granada Cathedral
A masterpiece of Spanish Renaissance architecture, this cathedral is known for its stunning chapels, art collection and as the resting place of a revered queen.
Plaza Nueva
Situated beneath the Alhambra is Granada’s main square, a spacious public plaza known for its cafés, bars and views which span the city’s rich history.
Calle Gran Via de Colon
During your trip to Granada, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Calle Gran Via de Colon. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
Generalife
The palatial summer retreat of the Alhambra is one of the world’s great gardens and a fascinating window into the lives and loves of Granada’s Moorish rulers.
Mirador de San Nicolas
One of the most popular hilltop lookouts in Spain offers incredible views of the city of Granada, the Alhambra and the mountainous landscape beyond.
Things to do
Alhambra and Generalife Skip-the-Line Ticket with Guide
Granada: Los Amayas Cave Flamenco Show in Sacromonte
Albaicin and Sacromonte - The Charm of Granada
Hop-On Hop-Off Granada City Tour Train
Alhambra & Generalife Skip the line Small Group including Nasrid Palaces
Sacromonte: Flamenco Show at Cuevas Los Tarantos Tickets
Top hotels in Genil
Saray Hotel
This hotel was frankly much nicer than I expected. The room itself was quite spacious. The staff were helpful and I would say it was excellent value for money. The location was fine: it was not far from most places in Granada city areas one would want to visit on a 3-4 days trip. The room had a mini ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hotel Macià Real de La Alhambra
Hotel Abades Nevada Palace
The rooms were nice. It is a very unique hotel. The staff were very helpful and friendly. It is an older hotel but mostly well maintained. The showers and beds were good.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Barceló Carmen Granada Hotel
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Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hotel Granada Center
Ac did not work properly
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Alhambra Palace Hotel
Excelente Hotel, personal increiblemente amables y atentos , instalaciones hermosas y limpieza perfecta.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Genil
Carretera de la Sierra
Carretera de la Sierra might not have many top sights, but Carmen de los Martires Gardens and Serrallo Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Realejo-San Matias
While visiting Realejo-San Matias, you might make a stop by sights like Carmen de los Martires Gardens and Carrera del Darro.
Lancha del Genil
While Lancha del Genil may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Aquaola and Carmen de los Martires Gardens.
Cervantes
While there might not be top attractions in Cervantes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Granada Exhibition and Conference Centre and Paseo del Salón.
Castaño Mirasierra
When in Castaño Mirasierra, you can plan a visit to Serrallo Plaza and Estadio Nuevo los Carmenes, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
San Pedro
If you're spending some time in San Pedro, Carrera del Darro and Plaza Nueva are top sights worth seeing.
