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Traditional hospitality
A welcoming guest house with garden views, private pools, and hosts who go out of their way to help.
Country houses · Andalucía · Spain
We reviewed the country houses in Granada and selected the best for a rural escape, from cave dwellings to private villas.
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Traditional hospitality
A welcoming guest house with garden views, private pools, and hosts who go out of their way to help.
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Cave house retreat
A one-bedroom cave house with a private pool, yoga, and a solarium—just 7 km from Sacromonte Abbey.
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Solarium & Views
Granada Country house
Compact guest house steps from Mirador de San Nicolas, with solarium and on-site parking.
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Top-rated adults-only
Adults-only guest house with a 9.8 guest rating, infinity pool, and a prime spot near the Alhambra.
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Private villa
A private villa with pool, garden and BBQ – ideal for a self-catering escape near Granada.
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Cave Stay
A cave house within walking distance of the Alhambra, with self-catering amenities for an independent stay.
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Rural retreat
A rural two-bedroom house with a pool and free parking, near O Sel Ling Retreat Center.
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Pet-friendly retreat
A private country house with a pool, garden, and pet-friendly policy just outside Granada.
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For a true rural stay in Granada, you're choosing between a few distinct styles. Cave houses like Casa Cueva "La Estrella" and Casa Cueva De La Alhambra offer the area's signature troglodyte experience, with modern amenities and private pools. If you prefer a classic country house, Cortijo El Cerrillo provides a two-bedroom retreat with a pool and free parking. For self-catering freedom, Casa Encarnacion is a private villa with a garden and BBQ.
If you want to be near the Alhambra, consider a cave house like Casa Cueva De La Alhambra, which is within walking distance. For more seclusion, look at properties like Cortijo El Cerrillo, which is near O Sel Ling Retreat Center. If you prefer to be close to the city's viewpoints, Casa Del Aljibe is steps from Mirador de San Nicolas.
Prices vary widely. The most affordable options start around €36 per night, such as El Soto De Roma Guest House. Mid-range choices like Casa Del Aljibe are around €45. Premium stays, including adults-only Cortijo De La Seda, start at €229, and private villas like Casa Encarnacion can reach €1009 per night.
Yes, several country houses have private pools. For example, Casa Cueva "La Estrella" has a private pool, as does Cortijo El Cerrillo. Cortijo De La Seda features an infinity pool, and Casa Encarnacion includes a pool and garden. El Ventorro also has a pool.
El Ventorro Guest House is a pet-friendly country house with a pool and garden, located just outside Granada. If you're traveling with a pet, this is a good option to consider, though it's wise to confirm the policy directly with the property.
Granada's country houses scatter across the city's edges, from the hills around the Alhambra to the plains beyond the Albaicín. Here, the category stretches from converted cave houses with their cool, whitewashed interiors to cortijos and private villas with gardens, pools, and views over the Sierra Nevada. What they share is a sense of retreat—a base for exploring Granada without the hum of the city center.
At the lower end, compact guest houses put you within walking distance of landmarks like the Mirador de San Nicolas for under €50 a night. At the top, you'll find adults-only cortijos with infinity pools and private villas with self-catering amenities, some priced in the hundreds per night. A few are just outside town, offering quiet and space, while others sit close enough to the Alhambra to walk to the gates.
Country houses in Granada suit travelers seeking independence and space—whether it's the romance of a cave house, the calm of a cortijo, or the self-catering freedom of a villa. If you'd rather be in the heart of the action, look at Central hotels in Granada. For families, consider Family Friendly hotels in Granada. Those needing parking might prefer Hotels with parking in Granada, and budget travelers should check Cheap and budget hotels in Granada.