Barcelo Carmen Granada, Granada
About the Hotel
The Barceló Carmen Granada hotel is a four-star establishment recently renovated in 2023, located in the heart of Granada, a city renowned for its rich historical and cultural heritage. It is a short 10-minute walk from the famous Granada Cathedral, allowing easy access to local attractions. The hotel offers guests stunning views of the Alhambra Palace and the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Location
Situated on one of Granada's central boulevards, the hotel is surrounded by prestigious department stores and major city attractions. Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén Airport is accessible at a distance of 25 km, and transportation services can be arranged through the hotel.
Rooms
The hotel features 251 rooms designed for comfort, including options such as double, triple, family, and deluxe rooms with views of the Alhambra. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs and premium toiletries. The spacious triple rooms can accommodate larger families with flexible layouts for up to three guests.
Eat & Drink
Dining at the Barceló Carmen Granada includes the Carmen restaurant, offering varied buffet breakfasts and the Gastrobar 'La Santa María' featuring local dishes. Guests can enjoy cocktails and gourmet dinners under the stars on the B-Heaven terrace, which boasts panoramic views of the city.
Leisure & Business
Leisure facilities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center called Fit-Experience Gym that offers scenic views during workouts. The hotel also provides seven multifunctional rooms equipped for events, accommodating groups of up to 200 people, suitable for both business meetings and social events.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Skiing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Rooftop pool
- Plunge pool
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel rooms were perfectly comfortable and clean, although a little dated compared to the rest of the hotel. The staff were helpful and friendly, and the location was great with the best tapas bars around the corner. The dining experience was really excellent and very good value for money. Overall, a pleasant stay with some minor room and dining drawbacks worth noting.
The hotel was situated in a convenient central location, making it easy to explore Granada. Although the rooms did not match the pictures and had limited views, they were cozy. The service was a mix of wonderful at the reception and apathetic elsewhere, with some issues regarding bill details. The dining options were somewhat cold and limited, especially considering the hotel's size. The rooftop garden provided a nice spot to unwind after sightseeing.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of good and not so good experiences. The room, although impressively large and with luxury toiletries in the bathroom, could do with a bit more style as it felt a bit dull. The service was very accommodating, especially with handling car parking, but there were instances of bottlenecks due to guests with too many questions. The location was fantastic for exploring Granada, close to the Muslim district and offering magnificent views, but it was crowded at times. The dining experience had plenty of choices and no queuing involved, although the coffee quality was subpar.
The hotel's rooms, while functional, are a bit tired and not as nice as depicted in the Booking. com photos. However, they are hygienic enough, albeit with a slight smell issue. The service was satisfactory, with the staff being helpful and friendly, though sometimes attending to multiple guests concurrently. The location is ideal for exploring Granada on foot, although some areas needed better cleanliness. The dining experience, while offering a variety of choices, was not outstanding enough to stand out during the stay. Overall, a mixed experience with room for improvement.
The hotel's rooms were very clean and comfortable, although they did not match the deluxe photos as advertised. The noise from the rooftop terrace was a drawback, with chairs scraping the floor, but I found the air conditioning to be quiet. The staff provided excellent service, including a thoughtful birthday gesture with Cava and cake. The location was ideal, walking distance to many attractions, although lacking a bit of excitement. The dining experience was good with a variety of options, and the facilities were well-maintained.
The hotel offers well-appointed and comfortable rooms, albeit lacking noise insulation due to facing a main city artery. The service is friendly and accommodating, with convenient car parking services. Its location provides easy access to tourist spots and local dining options. The dining experience is superb, setting guests up for the day. Overall, a good value for the money.
The hotel doesn't quite meet the expectations set by the pictures on the booking site; I wouldn't recommend it as a 4-star room. The beds were just two singles pushed together, making it a bit uncomfortable. The room decor appeared older than shown in the pictures.
The hotel had a superb look with rooms overlooking the main street, but unfortunately, I experienced no hot water and noise issues. The rooms were decent sized, modern, clean, and properly air-conditioned.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. While the rooms were very comfortable, spacious, with a lovely view and private terrace, the lack of amenities was noticeable. The kids especially enjoyed the Jacuzzi, which was a nice touch. However, the rooms were dated and not very clean, detracting from the overall experience.
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