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Pet-Friendly
Ibis Granada ★
Granada
Functional rooms, pet-friendly, and a rooftop pool—just a short drive from Sierra Nevada.
Cheap and budget hotels · Andalucía · Spain
We reviewed 148 affordable places to stay in Granada and picked the 50 with the best quality-to-price balance.
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Pet-Friendly
Granada
Functional rooms, pet-friendly, and a rooftop pool—just a short drive from Sierra Nevada.
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Central & historic
Granada
A 10-minute walk to the Alhambra, with rooms overlooking the lively Plaza Nueva.
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Central & reliable
Granada
Clean, central rooms near the cathedral and Albaicín, with free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour reception.
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Design-led
Granada Hostel
A polished, design-forward hostel with a pool, a sociable lounge, and a location that makes exploring Granada's old town effortless.
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Guest favorite
Granada
A highly rated Granada hostel with a pool, parking, and air-conditioned rooms.
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Central & pet-friendly
Granada
A central Granada hotel with old-style charm, a short walk to the cathedral and Alhambra, plus on-site parking and pet-friendly rooms.
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Central & practical
Granada Guest house
A central, no-frills base on Gran Via with private parking and easy access to the Alhambra.
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Central & Sociable
Granada Hostel
A central Granada hostel with a rooftop terrace, helpful staff, and easy access to the Alhambra.
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Student residence
Granada Hostel
An 8.9-rated student residence with apartment-style rooms, a shared kitchen, and a sun terrace — a calm base near Granada's university area.
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Central & budget-friendly
Granada
Simple, clean rooms and a central location make this a reliable base for exploring Granada's historic quarter on a budget.
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Central & Clean
Granada
Central Granada hotel with clean, spacious rooms and a staff praised for local tips.
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Budget-friendly
Granada
A straightforward student-focused residence a 25-minute walk from the Alhambra, with 24-hour reception and free internet.
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Quiet plaza base
Granada
Quiet plaza location, spacious rooms and genuinely friendly staff — a budget stay that outshines its one-star label.
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Central & clean
Granada
Central Granada hotel with a 9.0 location rating, praised for helpful staff and clean rooms.
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Old-town charm
Granada
A traditional boutique stay in Granada's old town, where the staff's warmth and a prime Alhambra-view location make it a favorite.
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Historic boutique
Granada
A restored 15th-century building in the old Jewish quarter, with poetic room names and a short walk to the Alhambra.
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Monastery Stay
Granada
Set in a converted monastery near Granada's centre, with a cloister courtyard, modern rooms, and a walkable location.
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Central & well-rated
Granada
Steps from Plaza Nueva, this well-rated 2-star is praised for its location, helpful staff and spotless rooms — a solid base for exploring Granada.
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Value Stay
Granada Hostel
Free parking and a helpful team make this Granada hostel a practical base for exploring the Alhambra.
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Alhambra access
Granada
A reliable Granada stay beside the Alhambra, with standout staff, hearty breakfasts and secure parking.
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Central & quiet
Granada
Right on Granada's tapas street, this central hotel has soundproofed rooms and staff who park your car for you.
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Social & central
Granada Hostel
Sociable hostel in the Albaicín, with rooftop views of the Alhambra, a bar, and organized walking tours.
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Old-town stay
Granada
A central old-town stay with classic Andalusian charm and a highly rated location.
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Central & Social
Granada Hostel
A well-rated hostel steps from the Alhambra, with clean dorms, a rooftop terrace, and a social vibe.
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Central & Practical
Granada
Central Granada base with a sauna, on-site parking, and an easy walk to the Alhambra.
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Central & quiet
Granada Guest house
Central Granada guest house with a 9.5 staff rating and clean, quiet rooms near the university.
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Central & Practical
Granada
Central Granada hotel with rooftop café and parking, ideal for exploring on foot.
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Adults Only
Granada
An adults-only hotel with an 8.7 guest rating, a short walk from the Alhambra and praised for its spacious rooms and helpful staff.
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Central & Car-Friendly
Granada
A central Granada stay on a pedestrianized street, with underground parking and easy access to the Royal Chapel and Alhambra.
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Central & budget-friendly
Granada
A central Granada hotel with friendly staff, free tea and coffee around the clock, and clean, well-priced rooms.
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Historic charm
Granada
A historic 18-room hotel with courtyard charm, a 5-minute walk from the Albayzin baths and near the Alhambra.
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Historic Albaicín
Granada
A 15th-century Moorish home in the Albaicín with Alhambra views and 24-hour reception.
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Social & Central
Granada Hostel
Modern, social hostel with stellar staff and a prime central location.
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Social & Central
Granada Hostel
A social hostel with nightly family dinners, comfy dorms, and a central Granada location.
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Central & Adults-Only
Granada
Adults-only hotel in central Granada with a terrace overlooking the Alhambra, praised for spotless rooms and friendly staff.
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Alhambra-adjacent
Granada
A short uphill walk from the Alhambra, with a rooftop terrace, free 24-hour coffee, and genuinely helpful staff.
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Value Stay
Granada
A one-star with a rooftop terrace and free parking in central Granada.
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Historic charm
Granada
Stay in a historic Moorish palace in Granada's old quarter, with rooms that overlook the Alhambra and a breakfast worth waking up for.
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Central & friendly
Granada Guest house
A central guesthouse with a 9.5 rating for location and a staff praised for kindness.
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Central & Practical
Granada
Central Granada hotel with soundproofed rooms, free Wi-Fi and a 5-minute walk to the river.
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Budget pick
Granada Guest house
A no-frills guest house near Ronda Street with a shared lounge and free Wi-Fi, about 20 minutes on foot from the tapas bars of Calle Navas.
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Great value
Granada
A well-priced Granada base with private parking, friendly service and an easy walk to the historic center.
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Boutique stay
Granada
A well-reviewed boutique stay steps from the Basilica of San Juan de Dios, with standout staff and room comfort.
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Budget choice
Granada Guest house
A clean, budget-friendly hostal within walking distance of Granada’s main sights, with notably kind staff.
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Central
Granada
Right on tapas-lined Calle Navas, Porcel Navas puts you steps from the cathedral and Alhambra bus.
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Budget choice
Granada Guest house
A budget stay near the Alhambra with genuinely friendly staff and clean, private rooms.
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Budget-friendly
Granada Guest house
Clean, budget-friendly rooms with private bathrooms near Granada's train station and within walking distance of the main sights.
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Historic & Central
Granada
A historic 16th-century house below the Alhambra, with characterful rooms and a attached restaurant serving Spanish classics.
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Central, helpful staff
Granada
Walk to Granada's cathedral and historic centre from this friendly 36-room hotel, where the staff are known for sorting Alhambra tickets.
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Boutique in old town
Granada Guest house
A charming boutique stay in Granada's old town with a rooftop terrace and Alhambra views.
Map & live prices by our partner
For a cheap holiday to Granada, the key is choosing a budget hotel in the right neighbourhood. The biggest savings come from staying in central districts like the Centro, where you can walk to the Alhambra, the cathedral, and the Albaicín without spending on transport. Prices for a night start from as low as €9, and the typical nightly rate across this budget set is around €47. Look for hotels like Hotel Molinos or Hotel Carlos V for stays under €50, and consider visiting outside the summer peak if you want to stretch your budget further — though the hotel rates here remain some of the most competitive in Andalucía year-round.
The typical nightly rate across the budget hotels in Granada is around €47, though you can find rooms from as little as €9. Most mid-range budget options cost between €40 and €50.
The Centro and the areas around Plaza Nueva are ideal. You'll be steps from the cathedral, the Albaicín, and within a 10-minute walk of the Alhambra. Many budget hotels like Hotel Carlos V and Hotel Sacromonte are located here.
Granada's airport (Federico García Lorca) is about 20 minutes from the centre. A taxi costs roughly €25, while the airport bus runs regularly to the city. Most budget hotels are within walking distance of the main stops.
Yes, many of the budget hotels are located within a 10-minute walk of the Alhambra, especially those in the historic centre. If you stay near Plaza Nueva, you can walk up to the palace gates in about 15 minutes.
Rates tend to be lower from December to February, excluding holidays. Spring and autumn are popular, so booking 2-3 months ahead can secure better prices than travelling in the busy summer months.
Granada's budget hotels cluster around the historic centre, where the streets narrow as you climb toward the Alhambra and the Albaicín. You can sleep in a converted 15th-century palace or a quiet plaza a short walk from the cathedral, with prices ranging from €9 per night in a dorm-style room to around €47 for a typical double. The city's compact scale is the real win: even the cheapest stays put the tapas bars of Calle Elvira, the shaded squares, and the slopes of the Albaicín within walking distance.
What sets this budget set apart is its anchor around the Alhambra. Nearly half of the properties are 3-star hotels, with a handful of well-reviewed 1-star and 2-star options that offer remarkable value. You'll find rooftop terraces, courtyards, and old-town charm rather than cookie-cutter chain rooms. At the lowest end, you're paying for a bed and a prime location; for around €40–50, you get clean, central rooms with 24-hour reception and free Wi-Fi. The trade-off is usually space and extras, not location — in Granada, the view from your window might be a Moorish doorway or a glimpse of the Sierra Nevada.
This budget set suits travellers who value location over luxury, and who want to spend their money on tapas and experiences rather than a grand lobby. It's ideal for first-time visitors who want to be close to the Alhambra, the Albaicín, and the cathedral without breaking the bank. If you need more space for a family, look at the Family Friendly Hotels in Granada. If you're travelling by car and want guaranteed parking, check the Hotels with Parking in Granada. For a more upscale stay with spa facilities, consider the Spa Hotels in Granada. And if you're looking for something unique, the Guest Houses in Granada offer a different kind of charm.