Eastern Andalusia

Travel Guide

The observatorio Mohon del Trigo is an observatory, which was built in in 1902 and contained a 32 cm Cassegrain type KYOTO reflector telescope donated by Georgetown University. It is located in the vicinity of Pico del Veleta (3394m) in the Sierra Nevada mountain range in Spain at a height of about 2600m. The observatory was abandoned in the 1970s and deterioated into a ruin as documented by me in 2010. Since then, the observatory has been restored and is today in good shape (as seen from the outside, at least, I have not been inside). Nearby is also barracks used by the Special Operations Command of Spain. Here, the observatory is seen in evening sun as viewed from nearby Monument of Our Lady of the Snows. From this view point, the modern Sierra Nevada Observatory established 1981 can also be seen, but in the opposite direction.(Thanks to Slaunger for his excellent caption of his Featured Picture of the same building, I've almost copied and pasted...
The observatorio Mohon del Trigo is an observatory, which was built in in 1902 and contained a 32 cm Cassegrain type KYOTO reflector telescope donated by Georgetown University. It is located in the vicinity of Pico del Veleta (3394m) in the Sierra Nevada mountain range in Spain at a height of about 2600m. The observatory was abandoned in the 1970s and deterioated into a ruin as documented by me in 2010. Since then, the observatory has been restored and is today in good shape (as seen from the outside, at least, I have not been inside). Nearby is also barracks used by the Special Operations Command of Spain. Here, the observatory is seen in evening sun as viewed from nearby Monument of Our Lady of the Snows. From this view point, the modern Sierra Nevada Observatory established 1981 can also be seen, but in the opposite direction.(Thanks to Slaunger for his excellent caption of his Featured Picture of the same building, I've almost copied and pasted...
La Alhambra, detail, at dusk. Granada, Andalusia, Spain.
Zinnia elegans, plantation, Alhambra, Granada, Spain
Patio de la acequia in Generalife, Granada, Spain

Where to stay in Eastern Andalusia

Alhambra

Granada City Center

Granada City Center is known for its stunning cathedral, and you can see some sights in the area like Calle Navas and Plaza Bib-Rambla.

Granada City Center
Albaicín

Albaicín

Travelers come to Albaicín for its lively bars, and you can see top attractions like Mezquita Mayor of Granada and Mirador de San Nicolas while you're in town.

Albaicín
Granada Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Centro District

The stunning cathedral and popular shops are just a few highlights of Centro District. Make a stop by Calle Navas or Plaza Bib-Rambla while you're exploring the area.

Centro District
Palace and fortress complex Alhambra with Comares Tower, Palacios Nazaries and Palace of Charles V during sunset in Granada, Andalusia, Spain

Centro - Sagrario

If you're spending some time in Centro - Sagrario, San Jeronimo Monastery and Calle Gran Via de Colon are top sights worth seeing.

Centro - Sagrario
The festival of love that was held on Valentine’s day. All the red bottles have messages of love. This was much prettier than my photo conveys.

Almería Centro

Almería Centro is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Alcazaba and Almeria Air Raid Shelters while you're in town.

Almería Centro
Street near Moorish palace.

San Pedro

While visiting San Pedro, you might make a stop by sights like Carrera del Darro and Plaza Nueva.

San Pedro
Alhambra Palace Hotel

Alhambra Palace Hotel

5 out of 5
Arquitecto Garcia De Paredes 1 Granada Granada
The price is P15,308 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
P15,308
P16,839 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Granada. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
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Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Alhambra Palace Hotel
Hotel Granada Center

Hotel Granada Center

4 out of 5
Avenida Fuente Nueva, s/n Granada Granada
The price is P5,537 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
P5,537
P6,091 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Granada. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Excellent

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

Hotel Granada Center
Barceló Carmen Granada Hotel

Barceló Carmen Granada Hotel

4 out of 5
Acera del Darro, 62 Granada Granada
The price is P5,816 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
P5,816
P6,397 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Granada. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (842 reviews)
Barceló Carmen is in a great location for walking to Alhambra and the Arabic/romany quarter. There are lots of options for dinning close by. We did not take breakfast in the hotel-so was not able to evaluate. The room facilities were well thought out and everything was designed well for travelers. ...

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

Barceló Carmen Granada Hotel
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Sercotel Granada Suites

Sercotel Granada Suites

3.5 out of 5
Calle Párraga 25 Granada
Stay at this aparthotel in Granada. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (345 reviews)
Todo muy bien por el precio no hay quejas .

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

Sercotel Granada Suites
tuAnfitrion Elvira Suites

tuAnfitrion Elvira Suites

3.5 out of 5
Calle Elvira 61-63 Granada Granada
Book a stay at this historic aparthotel in Granada. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (330 reviews)
Sadly, coffee machine broken and not replaced but there was an espresso machine there which I used. Also cushion in living room chair ripped. Everything else wonderful! Lovely people at the front desk which made our stay even better.

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025

tuAnfitrion Elvira Suites
Mosaiko Homes Catedral Granada

Mosaiko Homes Catedral Granada

4 out of 5
C. Tendillas de Sta. Paula 2 Granada Granada
Stay at this aparthotel in Granada. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (259 reviews)
Rooms were good, more comforters are needed for rooms supposed to house 4

Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025

Mosaiko Homes Catedral Granada
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Popular places to visit

Alhambra which includes heritage architecture, landscape views and chateau or palace

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.

Alhambra
Granada Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, art and interior views

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.

Granada Cathedral
Plaza Nueva which includes a square or plaza, an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

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.

Plaza Nueva
The city view

Calle Gran Via de Colon

During your trip to Granada, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Calle Gran Via de Colon. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.

Calle Gran Via de Colon
Generalife showing a castle

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.

Generalife
Mirador de San Nicolas featuring landscape views, chateau or palace and mountains

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.

Mirador de San Nicolas
Granada featuring landscape views, heritage elements and a city

Granada

Almeria which includes night scenes and a square or plaza

Almeria

The most beautiful church n this deserted fisherman's beach with the boats up on the shore and no one in site - so very peaceful and beautiful I fell in love there and then.

El Ejido

Part of a set of aerial views of a mediterranean spanish beach (San Cristobal beach) at Almunecar, Granada, Spain; Shutterstock ID 1060742624; purchase_order: SP-1332 HA Batch 2 August 2018; Order: ;

Almunecar