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Hotel Palacio De Santa Paula, Autograph Collection vs Parador de Granada

Both AC Palacio De Santa Paula, Autograph Collection and Parador de Granada are rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Parador de Granada scores significantly higher than AC Palacio De Santa Paula, Autograph Collection. Parador de Granada has a TripExpert Score of 93 with approval from 11 sources including Lonely Planet, DK Eyewitness and Oyster.

Hotel Palacio De Santa Paula, Autograph Collection
Hotel Palacio De Santa Paula, Autograph Collection
8 / 10
Gran Via de Colon 31, 18001 Granada
From $150 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"High-design values have been applied to the restoration of this Renaissance convent built around a large cloister with two stories of arcades, located on the city's main drag."
Star Service Star Service
"This property stands well above the fray in the heart of the old city, three blocks north of Plaza San Agustin." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"With stunning grounds that include a 16th-century convent and 12th-century Moorish building, the AC Palacio... offers a unique luxury experience in Granada's historic center." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"This atmospheric luxury hotel set within an old Hieronymite convent is home to one of the city’s best restaurants." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Granada 16th-century convent-turned-hotel with stunning Moorish architecture and modern amenities." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"One of Granada's grandest and most unusual hotels opened in 2001 behind the very large, sienna-colored facade of what had been built in the 19th century as Jerónimos Convent." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The most luxurious hotel in this area, between the centre and the Albayzín, this five-star operation occupies a former 16th-century convent." Full review
Parador de Granada
Parador de Granada
9 / 10
Real de la Alhambra s/n, 18009 Granada
From $211 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Concierge Concierge
"Among Spain's state-run network of hotels, this parador in Granada ranks high on the list of the most spectacular."
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This place is deservedly popular, so book well in advance.
Fodor's Fodor's
"This is Spain's most expensive and most popular parador, right within the walls of the Alhambra." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"This most famous parador in Spain -- and the hardest to get into -- is on the grounds of the Alhambra." Full review
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Ask for a unit in the older section, which is furnished with antiques; rooms in the more modern wing are less inspired.
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"From the elegant bedrooms, you can hear the fountains of the Generalife and enjoy blissful views of the city and the ancient palace."
Star Service Star Service
"This parador deserves kudos for its tasteful, eclectic design and superlative location in Granada's most tranquil setting, surrounded by the Alhambra's thick, fragrant gardens." Full review
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For a splurge-worthy bed, choose a suite with a view of the rose garden or Generalife in the distance.
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Without question the most desirable – and most expensive – place to stay in Granada; a fifteenth-century converted monastery in the Alhambra grounds."
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Booking (at least three months ahead) is essential.
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"Originally a Nasrid palace built in the late 15th century, the Parador de Granada is now an upscale hotel offering the unique experience of staying inside La Alhambra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The Granada Parador is the old monastery of the Alhambra Palace and is located within the complex. While it's a bit of a walk into town, there's no better location." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"It offers elegantly contemporary rooms, and with the Alhambra on your doorstep, it’s one of Spain’s most coveted and history-rich hotels." Full review
Hideaway Report Hideaway Report
91.0
"Romantic Mission-style inn within the walls of the Alhambra, a 10-minute walk from Granada’s old town." Full review
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