Built by the marquis of Trujillo in 1616(!) inside the monastery – right on the river Genil near the historic centre.

Enviable Plaza Nueva location puts you at the heart of the action (well, as action-y as ancient cities get).

Rooms this mellow should be illegal (but we’re really glad they’re not).

Granada's lively and vibrant cultural centre: a five-minute jaunt away.

Beautiful hotel decorated to reflect the work of American writer (and Alhambra enthusiast) Washington Irving.

Rooftop pool and sundeck. You. There. Now. (Any questions?)

Renovated historical palace exudes original charm and modern elegance.

Situated next to the gardens leading into the 11th-century medieval town. (Tune up the lute, anyone?)

Unique building is fully renovated but keeps its early 19th-century splendour (check out that dizzying spiral staircase).

This stylish 19th-century gem sits on the Gran Via de Colon(!); hello, easy access to a bounty of tapas bars and biggies like the Catedral de Granada.

The mainly neutral palette is punctuated with pops of aquamarine and turquoise – a nod to the Nasrid art Granada is known for.

Streaming your favorite playlists is a breeze with free WiFi.

Chronic under-packers can freshen up with the in-house laundry.

Well-placed digs an easy jaunt from the Picasso Museum, Roman amphitheatre and other Malaga must-sees.