Eastern Andalusia

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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

5/5(54 area reviews)

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
Granada Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Centro District

4.5/5(624 area reviews)

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
Albaicín

Albaicín

4.5/5(246 area reviews)

Centered around a hill, this World Heritage Site boasts a medieval street plan and historic monuments from the Nasrid and Renaissance periods. Explore sights like Dar al-Horra and Casa de Zafra, or visit the bustling Panaderos Street.

Albaicín
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, Plaza de la Trinidad and San Jeronimo Monastery 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

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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 Carmen de la Victoria and Carrera del Darro.

San Pedro
Alhambra Palace Hotel

Alhambra Palace Hotel

5 out of 5
Arquitecto Garcia De Paredes 1 Granada Granada
The price is ¥37,936 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
¥37,936
¥41,730 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
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! (1,001 reviews)
Staff was helpful and friendly. Room was adequate, a bit noisy with hall noise and light leaking under the door from the hall (addressed by placing a towel against the threshold).otherwise lovely ambience and close to historic sites.

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Alhambra Palace Hotel
Barceló Carmen Granada Hotel

Barceló Carmen Granada Hotel

4 out of 5
Acera del Darro, 62 Granada Granada
The price is ¥15,227 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
¥15,227
¥16,749 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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! (845 reviews)
Lovely hotel. Great location. Very friendly staff. Rooms were very nice and comfortable. Would recommend.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Barceló Carmen Granada Hotel
Hotel Anacapri

Hotel Anacapri

3 out of 5
Calle de Joaquin Costa, 7 Granada Granada
The price is ¥17,641 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
¥17,641
¥19,406 total
Feb 17 - Feb 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Granada. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
The staff were amazing, I had so much help from them. The bed was very comfy and I slept well.

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Hotel Anacapri
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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! (346 reviews)
Highly recommended!

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Sercotel Granada 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
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
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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