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Shine Albayzin vs Parador de Granada

Shine Albayzin and Parador de Granada are both highly recommended by writers. Overall, Parador de Granada is preferred by most writers compared to Shine Albayzin. Parador de Granada has a TripExpert Score of 93 with endorsements from 11 reviews such as Lonely Planet, Concierge and Star Service.

Shine Albayzin
Shine Albayzin
7 / 10
Carrera del Darro 25, 18010 Granada
From $87 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Kitchenette
  • Air Conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Accessible
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Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"Shine Albayzin is a small three-pearl property housed in a former 16th-century palace in the historic and scenic Albaicin district." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Bold, contemporary design breathes boutique flair into a revamped 16th-century, classic-Granada mansion at Shine Albayzín." 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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