Genil Travel Guide
Granada
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Calle Gran Via de Colon
During your trip to Granada, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Calle Gran Via de Colon. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.
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.
Things to do
Hop-On Hop-Off Granada City Tour Train
Albaicin and Sacromonte - The Charm of Granada
Alhambra & Generalife Skip the line Small Group including Nasrid Palaces
Granada Walking Tour - The Ideal Way to Discover the City
Ticket for Flamenco and Classical Guitar Recital
Sacromonte: Flamenco Show at Cuevas Los Tarantos Tickets
Top hotels in Genil
Saray Hotel
The rooms are big with high ceilings, comfortable beds, everything was clean and overall a good experience. The only criticism I have is that there was no free drinking water in the room. There was water in the minibar fridge but non that appeared to be free and readily available. That aside our ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hotel Macià Real de La Alhambra
Hotel Abades Nevada Palace
The rooms were nice. It is a very unique hotel. The staff were very helpful and friendly. It is an older hotel but mostly well maintained. The showers and beds were good.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Barceló Carmen Granada Hotel
comfortable, convenient, freindly.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hotel Granada Center
Room was clean and property is as very well cared for. The breakfast buffet was very good. The onsite parking was very convenient and safe, but you need a small vehicle to take advantage of it as it is a tight fitting garage. This was typical of most garages we used. Would highly recommend this hotel. ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Alhambra Palace Hotel
Exemplary service and yet very relaxed atmosphere
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Genil
Carretera de la Sierra
Carretera de la Sierra might not have many top sights, but Carmen de los Martires Gardens and Serrallo Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Realejo-San Matias
While visiting Realejo-San Matias, you might make a stop by sights like Carmen de los Martires Gardens and Paseo del Salón.
Lancha del Genil
While Lancha del Genil may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Aquaola and Serrallo Plaza.
Cervantes
While there might not be top attractions in Cervantes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Granada Exhibition and Conference Centre and Paseo del Salón.
Castaño Mirasierra
When in Castaño Mirasierra, you can plan a visit to Serrallo Plaza and Estadio Nuevo los Carmenes, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
San Pedro
If you're spending some time in San Pedro, Carmen de la Victoria and Carrera del Darro are top sights worth seeing.
