Holiday Rental - Granada, Spain 

There are many holiday rental services in Granada, Spain. But before you turn to book your holiday in Granada, it is worth reading a bit about the area and why Granada is a magical place.

Holiday Rentals in Granada, Spain. Read about the area and best places to stay for your holiday in Granada. If you are looking for somewhere different to spend you skiing holiday, then Sierra Nevada in Granada offers you an attractive alternative to the Alps.

The Alhambra Palace

After the Roman occupation, the Arabs invaded the Iberian peninsula in the 8th century and gave it its current name of Granada. Granada boasts the greatest cultural attractions, and the most visited historic monuments in Spain, the Alhambra Palace.

If you wish to visit the Alhambra Palace you can stay in the Granada capital as it is not far from the Alhambra. Alternatively, you can stay in the 'Parador' which is in the Alhambra grounds itself and it will cost you around 80€ per night.

Telephone bookings: +34 91 346 59 36. Internet bookings: http://www.alhambratickets.com/

Rich in Culture

Even today, you can clearly see the influence of the Arab occupation by observing the architecture and not just in Granada but all over Spain.

When it comes to cuisine, Granada is a centre for Tapas and these are usually served free of charge with your drink.

Flamenco is folk music from the Andalucian Region of which Granada is part. Flamenco has evolved from at least four cultures namely, Gypsies, Arabs, Jews and Indigenous Analucians. A cocktail of cultures, flamenco takes us back thousands of years!

Sierra Nevada

Did you know that Granada was the host to the 1996 World Ski Championships?

One of the most popular holiday rental resorts is in 'Pradollano' also know as 'Sol y Nieve' (sun and snow). Pradollano is in the heart of Sierra Nevada and is considered the best skiing area in Sierra Nevada. There is even artificial snow cannons in case nature decides to alter its timetable.

Costa Tropical

You've most likely heard or even been to Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca and perhaps even as far north as Costa Brava.

Granada has its own, very beautiful coast called "Costa Tropical".

The best places for Holiday rentals in the Costa Tropical are Almuñécar, Alpujarras and Motril. Almuñécar is an old town dating back several thousand years and is will equipped for visitors. If you have children, there is an excellent water park.