Hospes Palacio de los Patos

Hospes Palacio de los Patos is a luxury hotel housed in a 19th-century palace at Calle Solarillo de Gracia 1 in the central area of Granada, Andalusia, Spain. The palace, whose name means Palace of the Ducks, is paired with a contemporary wing, and the hotel includes a spa, making it one of the more design-led stays in the city. It lies about 10 minutes on foot from Granada Cathedral and 13 minutes from Plaza Nueva, on the south-western side of the centre near the Puerta Real shopping streets. From there, the Royal Chapel, the Alcaicería, the Carrera del Darro and the Albaicín can all be reached on foot, while the Alhambra is accessible by bus or via Plaza Nueva. The Hospes brand is known for restoring historic buildings and pairing them with modern interiors, and its website is hospes.com. Room categories include double rooms, superior rooms, junior suites and suites. Free Wi-Fi is listed, and pets are allowed, which is unusual among luxury hotels. Rates generally run from €150 to €350 per night, with peaks around Holy Week, Corpus Christi and the autumn season. Dining details are not confirmed in the listing, though hotels of this type commonly offer breakfast and a restaurant; guests should confirm current arrangements at booking. The spa gives the property a relaxing counterpoint to days of sightseeing, particularly after climbing the Alhambra's paths in summer heat. The service character is that of a refined, design-oriented hotel for couples and travellers marking occasions, with staff able to arrange tickets, taxis and excursions to the Sierra Nevada, the Alpujarras and the coast. The listed phone number is +34 958 53 57 90. Pet owners should ask about any size limits or fees before arrival. The surrounding streets are urban and level, which suits those who prefer to avoid steep climbs on arrival.