Hotel Carlos V - Granada

7.7

Great service and decent location! There are many bus stops, restaurants, shops and bars/pubs close to the location. The hotel is a bit hard to find, due to it being located on the floor of a building. Below the building, there is a supermarket and a law enforcement building around the corner. There is food available and protection around the corner. The Alhambra is not too close, but can be reached by foot if one chose to walk to it.

8.6

Very good price for this hotel which real value is three stars. Ideal location too.

9.2

My room was very nice,the mattress was very comfortable, there was a beautiful shower with hydromassage. The employees were gentle, in particular Barbara.

7.9

The hotel has a great relationship price/quality. It is cheap but the rooms are really nice! It looks a three/four stars hotel. It is small and located in the city center. The only bad thing is that you have to park the car in a private parking that costs 18 euros a day.

8.7

Much better than expected, for a 1 star hotel

8.8

Ci sono stata in agosto,collocato in un bel palazzo del centro è un hotel pulito recentemente ristrutturato, per cui arredato in modo moderno e piacevole, il bagno ha un'ampia doccia con colonna idromassaggio, c'è una stanza, dotata di macchine automatiche per caffè ecc. e snacks, con annessa terrazza, dove si può comodamente consumare ciò che si è scelto. E' a 10 min. a piedi dal centro, ma in 3 minuti già sei in una via con ristoranti, bar. Unico neo avevo chiesto una matrimoniale mi hanno dato una doppia.

9.3

Vale molto di più delle stelle che ha. C'è un supermercato appena sotto l'albergo.

8.8

Hotel ad 1 stella ma valutabile a 3 stelle. si trova in pieno centro di una bellissima città.

8.6

great location. good value for money. If coming by car, suggest to print out the map from the website, as the small road ( one way) could be confusing...Supermarket downstair, tapas street around the corner, walking distance to major touristic sites. highly recommend. Has computer with internet, restricted access time tho..

8.6

There was a wonderful view from the breakfast room veranda, especially in the evening. The beds were comfortable and the rooms were quiet.

8.8

I was happily surprised when we arrived at our hotel. It is small but quaint and fairly newly remodeled. It actually turned out to be my favorite and cheapest place that we stayed at in Spain. It is close to the bus line to and from the Granada and within walking distance to the Royal Chapel and Cathedral. It was also quiet at night. I would recommend staying here to anyone!

7.7

Siamo arrivati e ci siamo fermati 2 gg al Carlos V. Siamo stati molto contenti della visita a Granada, un ricordo speciale per Barbara alla reception, bellezza siciliana che ci ha guidato nella visita della città andalusa

7.7

The large entrance was a welcoming arrival for two tired tourists, just off the red-eye from Madrid. The hotel is situated in the town centre and within walking distance (or if it's raining, a short bus ride) of Alhabmra and surrounded by shops, cafés and bars. With wonderful views from the communal balcony of sierra nevada's snowy peaks to one side and narrow winding local streets to the other that invite you to explore this inspiring town. With such friendly and extremely helpful staff I would recommend this hotel and don't forget the early-morning strong coffee and warm croissant on the balcony.

7.9

Location of hotel is very central and walking distance to the market, main shops and restaurants. There are bus stops and taxi stand close by which makes the hotel easily reachable. The room was clean to our satisfaction. The only drawback was that it was sometimes noisy because of loud neighbours walking in the corridor.

9.1

This hotel occupies the fourth floor of a much larger building. There is no actual hotel lobby, and you have to take the elevator to reception. The rooms are fine, but the public 'lounge' area consists of cheap tables and chairs and vending machines. Breakfast is not really available at the hotel unless you like your coffee from a vending machine. The location is superb and the price is good. If you want to spend your time out seeing the town, you will probably be satisfied. If you are arriving by car, make sure that you print out the excellent, illustrated driving directions. It would be pretty near impossible to find your way here otherwise.

9.8

I loved this hotel for its staff and great location. I highly recommend it.

9.4

me ha gustado mucho y quiero volver.ademas los precios son fenomenal

5.9

Hotel is actually a converted apartment on 4th floor of block. Not easy to find at first. Room size was adequate but the bath-room was a little cramped. The shower smelled very bad and was difficult to live with, rather like a sewer. Otherwise reasonable value. No served breakfast only machines for coffee €1 each and vending machines for snacks. There is a pleasant room and balcony to enjoy this at any time of the day. Location was a little out of the way and at the top of a steepish hill. About a 30 minute walk to the alhambra but the 32 bus stops nearby and you can use that instead as it takes you straight there.

6.8

Realmente excelente relacion calidad/precio

9.4

This is a terrific hotel, and in terms of quality of accomodation in relation to price I would say it's hard to beat, it's situated of a small square close to the police station and close to Navas street which has lots of eating places one of which is called cafeteria Marisol, where the lady running it was most helpful in explaining the menus and offering to prepair food to our tastes and it was also very reasonably priced. there is a super market beside the hotel, which was very handy for bottles of water at 26cents as opposed to 1 to 2 euro eleswhere, the reception staff at the hotel took our postcards and put them in the mail for us, saved any hassel finding a post office. the tabacs sell stamps. The hotel has two computers with internet connection at reception, and one has the facility to print at 10cents per page, which was very handy so that we could book in online with our airline and print our boarding passes, Wi-Fi is available, but if you want use this in your room, I would suggest you ask for a room close to reception I was in a room which was at a distance from reception and couldn't receive a signal, this was only a minor inconvenience, anyone staying in this hotel I imagine will have a pleasant and comfortable stay

9.3

It was a fantastic 1 star hotel.

9.1

Hotel was fine - as described. Large room and bath with good storage. Plus free internet access. Unfortunately my short visit was marred by some rain so my overall impression of Granada was not that great.

8.9

Very nice hotel, excellent location (walking distance form main attractions), clean and spacious room, quiet surroundings. Can easily be compared to a 3stars. Excellent price/quality relationship.

9.4

very very nice hotel for the travelers who want to enjoy the atmosphere of the historcal city, and good for staying for 2 or more nights. It is quite easy to find it if you ask in the tourist information at the nearest plazza on the way to the hotel. It stands in the quiete area, and there is a direct bus to the alhambra. We went to the castle on foot. But it was not a long way. The staff was very kind.

9.4

The hotel was extremely good value for money - the price on venere.com was considerably less than the price shown in the hotel for a room. It is within easy reach of the centre of Granada. We failed to request a 'cama de matrimonio' in the booking but they were able to change the room for us on arrival. We had free wifi in the room, which was on the small size but otherwise excellent. It was very clean and the staff were friendly and competent. We were able to arrange to check out late on the last day for a small charge which was helpful. I would thoroughly recommend the hotel as a base for exploring Granada.

8.7

The German speaking receptionist is very helpful and very knowledgeable about places where guests might be interested to visit.

9.0

Great spot in a quiet place off the main street. Easy to get to with street signs posted to it. Excellent staff and a lovely room though no view. The breakfast balcony had a great view though. Supermarket is next door and easy walking to everywhere.

9.9

Carlos V is a wonderful hotel; the staff are welcoming and very friendly, whether speaking in spanish or english and the rooms are clean and of a high standard. There are lovely views from the hotel, of Granada, which is a charming city, boasting the ancient city, The Alhambra, as its main tourist attraction- and it is truely amazing!

7.6

It is a property on the upper floors of the building, part of which is not used as a hotel. Breakfast service is poor.

3.2

The attraction of this hotel for us was the quoted "20 min" walk to the Alhambra but the steepness of this walk made it impractable. Considering we had to resort to using the buses we would of been better off staying in a cheaper hotel on the edge of the city which had better facilities. the hotel does not have any carparking facilities and the qouted 10 euros for a nearby garage turned out to be 15 euros for each 24 hours or any part there of. If you want to be in the city centre and only intend staying one night fine but there are better options elsewhere and the low cost buses make it very easy to get about the city

8.3

Paolo&Francesca motociclisti: albergo al 4°piano di un palazzo in centro, appena ristrutturato.Camere pulite e confortevoli (in bagno c'è la doccia idromassaggio).Utile anche la postazione gratuita per internet.Posteggio sotto l'albergo.

9.3

Nos gusto mucho este hotel, es limpio, bonito, nuevamente decorado y con buen gusto. Muy bien ubicado, tranquilo, el personal fue agradable, hay un pequeño supermercado justo al lado lo que es bien comodo. Lo recomiendo y si vuelvo a granada regresare en el hotel Carls V

8.9

Excellent position to visit down center. Staff very friendly. Very good hotel.

9.3

lo consiglio caldamente, non mi spiego l'unica stella! è un hotel da 3 stelle almeno. L'unica cosa: volevano fare la stanza alle 14 del pomeriggio, orario siesta, e ci siamo trovati con la cameriera in camera, eheh! bello l'ingresso, la reception, hotel molto decoroso e stanze davvero ampie. Andateci!!

8.6

prenotatelo! ottimo albergo - moderno, nuovo e colorato - corrisponde minimo a un 3***sup. italiano, ottima la posizione, appena fuori dal centro storico ma subito nella zona dei locali e dello shopping. Bagno con Doccia idromassaggio, wireless free che non raggiunge tutte le camere, ma comunque copre tutti gli spazi comuni. Alla reception trovate anche una signora italiana che ci ha fornito molte indicazioni utili. Colazione non compresa ma tanto è solo dalle macchinette automatiche, poco male, è pieno di bar attorno.Noi ci torneremmo di sicuro.

7.6

Beds were comfortable, room was renovated and rather nice! Only recommendation is if you are going to visit Alhambra and get reservations through the hotel make sure they put your name and credit card on the reservation ticket!! We had some issues at the ticket office. Hotel was nice, rather quiet, you pay for breakfast, but internet is free! Happy Travels, I recommend this hotel!

9.4

El personal tiene un trato excelente. El hotel esta en un edificio antiguo, pero refaccionado y muy comodo. No hay servicio de desayuno, solo unas máquinas que no trabajan bien

9.4

Hotel ottimo, personale gentile e qualificato, e le suite sono splendide con un bel terrazzo dove gustarsi il fresco della sera. vivamente consigliato. Manca solo la possibilita di fare la colazione ma e' veramente un disguido da poco. buon viaggio

8.5

A bit hard to find but good location and good value for money. I wouldn't recommend access by car.

7.9

very good location, nice hotel, great view

8.1

The confirmation voucher says :- . Parking is not included in the price and costs €10,00 per day. - not true - it's 15/day. . In-room wireless Internet access is included in the price. - not true, but there is one PC to share Apart from that we were very happy. Fab location, 1 minute walk from multi-storey, quick 5-10 min walk to most central places and about 20 mins walk to Alhambra up hill. Price was even cheaper paying with cash, all above board!

8.1

There are only spanish programs at television

9.2

The driving directions with photographs of landmarks to watch out for were very helpful in finding the hotel's location. We were within walking distance to the Alhambra and the Albacin district. The staff was very helpful and made reservations for us. The room was very comfortable.

5.5

Bloody difficult to find. Can locate on the city map BUT actually getting near the place in a car is very difficult and took us 1hr and a half. The streets in the area are incredibly narrow and form a v. difficult to navigate one-way system. Parking is close but still €15/night. We changed rooms after the 2nd night but had to wait 2hrs in the lounge with our things before we could move. This caused considerable stress as we were booked into the alhambra 2-2:30pm. Made it, just with 3min to spare.

9.6

This is a very good deal, both because of good quality at a friendly price and location in the city center.

9.9

This gem is tucked away upstairs but well worth the effort. One of the best values we've seen. Clean, spacious rooms with everything we needed. Experienced staff were able to help us very quickly & efficiently with a scheduling emergency.

8.1

Great Hotel, I recommended. Good staff, clean and quiet accommodations. It's located in the center of Granada. Only the breakfest could be better.

8.1

Highly recommended for anyone looking to be within walking distance of the shops, restaurants and older areas of downtown Granada. Rooms are of surprisingly high quality, very good value. We prefeered this location over staying out at the Alhambra.

10

albergo molto carino con un ottimo rapporto qualità/prezzo, camere spaziose e pulite. Alla reception c'è un signore molto gentile, disponibile a dare indicazioni e che si è offerto di prenotarci i biglietti per l'Alhambra. L'ubicazione è buona, peccato che a causa di sensi unici e lavori in corso, sia molto difficile da raggiungere in auto. si può parcheggiare in un parcheggio pubblico (15 euro/giorno)nella via a fianco.

8.2

Difficult to find ,(its next to the police station)in good location as Alhambra is within a reasonable walking distance,as is city centre.Very helpfull staff.Construction was being carried out when we were there,so not as quiet as could be.Very reasonable price.

9.1

This hotel far exceeded our expectations given that it only has 1 star. It is situated on the fourth floor of the building with access via a grand public entrance hall. Out of hours the outer door is locked and you have to use the intercom to get in. As stated, the rooms have been refurbished to a modern style and are very comfortable. We had a standard double room with en-suite shower (which was excellent). When we originally booked there were few photographs on the Venere site but they have now been increased and give a good indication of what you get. We did notice that the walls were quite thin and you could easily hear people in adjacent rooms. Our room was located at the back of the hotel so did not suffer from traffic or refuse collection noise mentioned by others. The hotel is well located in the old part of the city and a good base for walking around the tourist areas. There is a small balcony with excellent views over the city. We were slightly disappointed with the (optional) breakfast and suggest using a local cafe in the nearby square. Cafe Futbol is very nice (and has nothing to do with football!!). The tourist information office is in the same square. Overall this is hotel is excellent value and we would stay there again.

8.5

Great hotel, but once again we didn't get the room as pictured in venere. We were pretty disappointed about that. We ended up getting a huge room with three twin beds in it. Not exactly romantic but it worked out. The service was good. The location was good about 20 minutes walking distance from the alahambra. 24 hr computer access was available in the lobby. The rooms were not exactly well insualted we could here everything going on in the lobby but we did have a bathroom in our room. Nice, quaint hotel we would recommend it to couples.

7.8

The hotel is located on th 4th floor of a building, very impressive main hall, and very quiet place. Despite the works that were carried out in the surrounding areas, there is little noise to disturb your stay during the day. It is very conveniently located, close to the cathedral, a supermarket is just in the corner, few bars around, and one excellent kebab shop (and tea room), highly recommended (Kebab King). No big language problem with the staff, one of them spoke perfect English, and there were very helpful. One minor issue was the fact that breakfast was not included, so you have to use the machine for coffee/tea/etc (1€), and order toast/croissant/etc separately.Overall, excellent stay in the hotel.

9.9

The hotel is in an excellent location, within 5 minutes walk of the Sierpes shopping/pedestrian street and a quick 10 minute walk down to the Cathedral/Alcazar location. Not being right near the tourist spots meant the location was nice and quiet, easy to get to via taxi, and had a number of good restaurants/bars close by. The Belles Artes museum is a must-see and is just a few yards away.

8.9

Difficult to reach by car. A route description would be helpfull.

9.0

Excellent hotel for the price!

8.7

Nice place to stay. Friendly staff. Good value for money.

8.0

The Hotel occupies the 4th. floor of a tall building. The way up did not seem to be clearly defined, but take the lift up from the ground floor entance. The Hotel is more than adequatel, and is a 10 min. walk to the Alhambra bus and the bus to the main Coach Station (on the outskirts.)

8.3

The staff were very friendly and helpful. We had an enjoyable stay. Strongly recommend it.

8.1

The hotel was very clean and the room was excellent value. I was concerned, reading previous comments, that the staff would not understand me very well and would not be helpful. This could not be further from the truth. English was easily understood and the staff on reception who dealt with us spoke very good English. We were helped with directions, and finding places to eat which they recommended (and which were very good). I would recommend this hotel to anyone wanting to spend time in Granada. It is quite central. The only down side, is that the council collect the rubbish from outside the hotel in the middle of the night, and they are certainly not quiet. This has not the fault of the hotel and is probably a problem in other parts of the city.

9.8

The receptionist was very kindly and she offered and made arrangements and reservations for other services.

8.9

Phonic insulation between rooms ia a bit weak

7.4

ES una ciudad maravillosa con gente maravillosa. El hotel me parecio ideal por estar en el centro, cerca de todo pero muy tranquilo y sin ruidos. El personal muy amable aunque no te informan de lo que puedes hacer en la ciudad.

8.2

Location near police station. Not noisy. Well located for walking everywhere. Slight language barrier. Parking 12 eu./day around the corner. 10 min. walk to bus for Alhambra ride up, walk back. Husband loved Cafe Futbol for breakfast! just down 1 block near Tourist office.

10

Much better than a one star!!!!

6.3

We asked the receptionist to book a reservation to visit the Alhambra at 10:00. We paid €2 for this service and when we got to Alhambra, the reservation was not valid. We had to wait until 15:00 to gain entry, hence making us have to change our plans.

6.4

Hotel was well positioned but was a little difficult to find (take a taxi!). The room was comfortable and spacious with little to complain about. Other hotel facilities were minimal but as expected for a * hotel. Free internet was a bonus. Overall highly rated for price.

7.1

I have a nice stay in Carlo V, all is clean and comfortable, optimal for a single or a couple that want to visit Granada for a few days.

5.2

Il "Carlos V" è un hotel economico, e si vede. Al mattino, dalle 10, fino ad un'ora imprecisata, manca l'acqua. E' collocato al centro di una Granada impossibile da girare in auto, le indicazioni, nonostante il navigatore satellitare, restano criptiche finchè non si molla l'auto e si comincia a girare Granada a piedi. il primo impatto è devastante!!! Le due impiegate con cui abbiamo avuto a che fare, nonostante la gentilezza, erano arrivate a sostenere che la nostra prenotazione fosse stata cancellata. L'aver dormito lì, è stato più un favore che altro. Terzo punto, il più scandaloso: l'insonorizzazione delle stanze. Inesistente!! Gli spostamenti di chiunque, dentro e fuori la camera, erano di dominio pubblico!! Da dire che, per 38 euro a camera, si puo' pretendere poco di più... Granada è una gran bella città!! Da non perdere!!

8.6

Excellent location and great value for money.

8.5

Stayed for 3 nights in Granada. The Carlos V provides an excellent and central base to explore the town.

8.6

Ottima posizione ed ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo. Consigliato

9.0

Hotel situato in posizione centrale dall'ottimo rapporto prezzo/qualità. Offre anche una postazione internet gratuita. Camere pulite, spaziose con tutti i confort. Peccato per la mancanza di un frigo-bar (ma c'è un ottimo ed economico supermarket proprio sotto l'hotel che vende bibite fresche). Parcheggio (a pagamento) a 50 metri. Per ragggiungere l'hotel in auto seguite le indicazioni per l'Alhambra e poi scendete nel centro storico. Non dimenticate di indicare alla reception la targa della vostra auto perchè il centro di Granada è a traffico limitato e potreste vedervi recapitare a casa una multa!

6.1

The hotel is on the 4th floor of an appartment/office building - which is a surprise at first. Nevertheless, it is relatively new, clean and well appointed. Breakfast is available (coffee, croissants etc) at a very modest price and there is a balcony with fine views across the city to the south and southwest. We had a room on the corner of the building so street noise was a little intrusive but by no means unbearable. It is central, just 5 mins walk from the Plaza Neuva and 15 mins to the entrance of the Alhambra complex. The reception staff speak little english (nothing new there) and could come over as surley. Getting to the hotel - possible by car tho' the streets are a maze in this older part of Granada and I don't think that parking was that easy. If you arrive by rail, as we did, don't expect to be overwhelmed with signing of where to find buses or directions to the town centre. However, what you need to do is go straight ahead out of the station up to the Gran Via and catch the No23 bus (going into town)(1 euro fare) and there is a stop 30m from the hotel. Oh, the things you wish you knew beforehand! Granada itself - probably worth 2 days stay, one half day of which will be dedicated to the Alhambra - outstanding but don't forget to book your visit time slot on-line. Lots of good places to eat within 5 mins walk of the hotel - 'Siete Penques' on Plz Santa Suarez does a set meal for 8.60 euro. Avoid the tourist prices between Plaza Nueva and Plaza Santa Anna. Otherwise, enjoy!

9.5

La signora che ci ha accolte alla reception è stata molto gentile e disponibile, le stanze con doccia grande e bidet, e tv in camera, ottima posizione centrale e ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo. Lo consiglio vivamente.

8.5

Don't let the area outside the hotel deter you. The rooms are even more attractive than shown. The location is a bit iffy - I can't tell if the area is working-class or less; but there were certainly no security incidences with the police commissioner's office next door. Tourist Information is just a few blocks away. The staff is friendly and very helpful. I woke up late; and the early morning clerk was wonderful in checking me out of my room, getting a taxi for me and getting me to my train on time. Thank you kind sir! Walls are thin - but that's Europe! Yes, the addition of a chest of drawers in the spacious closet would be helpful. Free Internet and the lovely balcony were a bonus. I'd stay there again.

8.0

we hope we have a place of parking for the car in the hotel garage, but the hotel does n't have a garage, it is a public garage very expansive

8.9

ottimo rapporto prezzo qualità, vicino all'ufficio turistico, posizionato tra le arterie cittadine e il quartiere ebraico

7.8

The hotel is very well located and the rooms of good standard. A lot of good restaurants close by and Alhambra in walking distance. Difficult to find the hotel by car and to find a parking space but a garage nearby with special deal for hotel clients. Breakfast was okay but somehow slow service. Internet available free of charge.

9.5

It was really a very present stay in this small but very lovely hotel. It was clean, quite, comfortable, near the center. What else can you expect for this low price?? It has excellent quality for a hotel just with one star. We were very satisfied.

9.7

Un excellent rapport qualité-prix pour les chambres. Bien situé à Grenade, tout est accessible à pied. A recommander. La seule difficulté, l'accès en voiture, il faudrait indiquer les sens interdits sur le plan...et le garage public n'est pas très pratique pour une grosse voiture!

9.5

We were staying with 4 friends. We were amazed at the quality of accommodation. It justifies at least a 3 star rating in terms of individual rooms but perhaps has a low rating due to lack of a bar and restaurant. The rooms were spotless. One thing missing was a fridge. The location is good, being close to the Alhambra and the Cathedral and close to the airport shuttle bus stop. The reception staff all spoke English and were very welcoming. Value for money was excellent. We actually paid only 33 euros per night for each en-suite twin room. I thoroughly recommend this hotel to anyone. We certainly wish to return at some time in the future.

9.8

Excellent value for money and close to heart of Granada. Find the Information office and they will direct you straight to the hotel which is located above a supermarket. Recommended.

7.3

Generally ok. There was some discussion whether the quoted price at venere included local tax.

7.6

Good central location, good online price

10

This was a fantastic hotel. Don't know why it's only one star. Have not stayed in a better place. It even has free internet. And a bar with all facilities. Helpful staff who will point you towards local restaurants, great location and wonderful view fron the terrace.