Holiday rentals and apartments in Granada Province

Discover a discreet gem of a destination on Granada's Costa Tropical or further inland in the mountains! Steeped in a distinct Arabic past, the charming streets and whitewashed houses of local towns outlined by ancient Arab citadels date back to the first century and boast splendid views for miles around make this a breathtaking place to spend time! A splendid Mediterranean climate makes this gorgeous region a top destination for beach lovers, sunseekers and sightseeing!

Granada Province coastal or mountain beauty

Find a breezy, spacious, upmarket, contemporary holiday rental perfect for a family or family group of 4, 6, 8 or even as many as 12 guests! Most of the lovely, holiday rentals and apartments in the area are conveniently located in and around Salobreña, Almuñecar, Los Guajares and Granada as well as El Valle and La Zubia close to the soaring peaks and clean mountain air of the Sierra Nevada National Park. Most of the prime properties on offer boast a sparkling outdoor private pool in a secluded courtyard or gorgeous panoramic balcony views of the Mediterranean.

Holidays in Granada Province : The area and getting around

A sun-drenched heritage destination

Granada Province is easily reached with flights touching down in Granada located in the centre of the region with plenty of car rental options at the airport. This stunning destination boasts a rich Arabic heritage and gorgeous, atmospheric old towns such as Almuñecar and Salobreña with narrow cobbled streets, fabulous authentic, weekly Spanish markets and 19 km of stunning coastline with no less than 15 beaches and lovely sheltered coves to discover.

Top attractions and sightseeing

Granada Province is well situated for an idyllic beach holiday with easy access to wonderful family friendly local beaches such as Playa Puerta del Mar and Playa Tesorillo with lots of opportunities for relaxing, sunbathing and swimming in crystal clear, shallow waters! Here you will also find the famous whitewashed village of Nerja, the spectacular Nerja Caves and Frigiliona known as the most picturesque village in Spain! The area also boasts fantastic sights such as an ancient Phoenician saltworks and a Roman aqueduct while Salobreña is home to a magnificent ancient castle!

Travellers and activities

Granada Province for nature lovers

Granada Province is nestled along Spain's gorgeous Costa Tropical with your accommodation options within easy driving distance of the majestic, dramatic peaks of the Parque Natural de Sierra Nevada. Here you have incredible possibilities for making the most of the diversity of one of the most renowned natural wonders of Spain that boasts fabulous ski slopes! Languish on impeccable beaches or explore dazzling snow capped mountain peaks and soaring mountain slopes all on the same day!

Granada Province for day trippers

Be dazzled by an ancient masterpiece of Islamic architectural design at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains where Granada's Alhambra awaits your discovery! Here you can explore several majestic palaces and marvel at incredible landscaping, breathtaking views and ancient gardens of one of the most incredible Islamic monuments in the world. This ancient citadel is a must-see for visitors to this region as is the mystique of the Albaicin, a gorgeous, hillside Moorish neighbourhood that boasts upscale hotels, wonderful restaurants and stunning views of the Alhambra.

Top 5 travel tips for Granada Province

1. Visit the Parque Nacional Sierra Nevada

Discover dramatic mountain landscapes and incredible, remote villages in the high altitude Sierra Nevada National Park just north of Salobreña. Pack your hiking or cycling gear and discover the 23 spectacular signposted footpaths for hikers and 13 cycle tracks. There are more than 100 km of pistes for skiers nestled against the slopes of the mountains of this region with altitudes of up to 3000 m!

2. Visit Junta de los Rios Nature Park

For the perfect adventure day out, pack a picnic and head 18 km inland to this Costa Tropical valley where you can explore the sublime beauty of the Junta de los Rios Nature Park. Here the confluence of two rivers has helped create a myriad of crystal clear, tourmaline hued pools and rushing waterfalls! Thrill seekers can join a canyoning excursion here while families can enjoy sheltered swimming and beautiful, peaceful hikes.

3. Visit Granada

Be dazzled by an ancient masterpiece of Islamic architectural design at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains where Granada's Alhambra awaits your discovery just an hour north of Nerja Town! Here you can explore several majestic palaces and marvel at incredible landscaping and blooming rose gardens alongside lavish, embellished fountains. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a must-see for visitors to this region and is one of the most fabled architectural attractions in the world!

4. Excursion to Malaga

Take a splendid coastal drive to the west of Nerja and spend time wandering about in the lovely, ancient Mediterranean port town of Malaga where you get fantastic views from the historic, weathered fortress on the hilltop overlooking the fabulous, sandy Playa de la Malagueta. Malaga's medieval old town is a delight and features a labyrinth of narrow, pedestrian streets with dozens of gorgeous, tiny boutiques and secluded plazas with wonderful al fresco dining terraces for a perfect Andalusian lunch!

5. Spend the day at Pueblos Blancos

Almunecar is a paradise for fantastic day trips to once in a lifetime places! Drive just over an hour North East where an off the beaten track remote village wonderland awaits your discovery in Las Alpujarras, the rolling hills of the Sierra Nevada. Immerse yourself in the Berber aesthetic of the North African Moors amongst the stunning whitewashed houses of Pueblos Blancos that are dramatically perched with incredible escarpment views and wide panoramas over lush, dramatic valleys.