Mountain hotel in La Zubia, at an altitude of 1,250 metres, with views of Granada and Sierra Nevada, a summer swimming pool, a fireplace and trails through pine forests.
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Hotel El Balcon de las nieves is a 3-star hotel in La Zubia, at an altitude of 1,250 metres, with views of Granada and Sierra Nevada. It is in Cumbres Verdes, within Sierra Nevada National Park, surrounded by pine forests and walking trails.
Its eight room types include single, double and triple options, as well as a Junior Suite. Depending on the category, you’ll find views of the mountains, city, garden or pool; some rooms also have a balcony or terrace. All rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. The Junior Suite also has a hot tub.
The lounge with a fireplace is especially pleasant during the ski season, while in summer you can enjoy the outdoor pool and its terrace. The hotel offers continental or buffet breakfast and dinner service. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and free public parking is available nearby. Pets are allowed on request, and charges may apply. Granada is about 9 km from attractions such as the Alhambra and the Generalife.
The rooms range from single options to double and triple rooms and a Junior Suite, with floor areas of 10 to 25 m². All have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a TV; the views vary between the mountains, Granada, the garden and the pool. You can choose between a compact room for one person, an option with a balcony or a suite with a hot tub.
Some categories have a balcony or terrace, and several include a coffee machine. The triple room offers space for three guests, while the suite and Superior rooms have a floor area of 25 m². In rooms with mountain or city views, the scenery is part of the experience; others look out over the garden or pool. Bed configurations vary by room, from single beds to extra-large double beds.
At 25 m², this suite combines a terrace and mountain views with a hot tub in the private bathroom. It also has a balcony, a coffee machine and a flat-screen TV. It’s the only category with a hot tub and offers a distinctive stay for two people.
This 16 m² room offers views of the mountains and the city, setting it apart from options overlooking the garden or pool. It has air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. The bathroom includes a bath or shower, and the room accommodates up to two guests.
At 15 m², this double room has garden views and offers a more intimate space than the categories with a balcony or terrace. The private bathroom has a bath or shower and a bidet. You’ll also find a desk, a flat-screen TV and a tea/coffee maker, as well as air conditioning.
This 20 m² room is the option for three guests and includes a balcony and terrace with garden views. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The outdoor space sets it apart from the double rooms without a balcony, and the bathroom includes a bath or shower.
At 10 m² and suitable for one person, this room makes the most of a compact layout with garden views. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning and a TV; it also includes a refrigerator and a desk. It’s the only single-room category, with a bath or shower and a hairdryer in the bathroom.
This 25 m² Superior room combines views of the city, mountains and pool. The private bathroom has a bath or shower, and the room includes a coffee machine, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Its combination of pool and city views sets it apart from the options overlooking the garden.
At 25 m², this Superior room stands out for its terrace and views of the pool, mountains and city. The private bathroom has a bath or shower; there’s also a balcony, a coffee machine and air conditioning. The terrace lets you enjoy the scenery from your room.
This 16 m² room combines a balcony and terrace with views of the mountains and city. It has air conditioning, a private bathroom with a bath or shower, and a flat-screen TV. Unlike the Double Room overlooking the garden, it offers outdoor space and a different view.
The hotel has a garden, terrace and outdoor furniture, with places to relax outside. The sun terrace and loungers complement the outdoor areas, while the barbecue offers another way to enjoy the surroundings. If you’re visiting in winter, there’s ski storage; activities related to skiing, hiking and cycling are also available.
Practical services include daily housekeeping, a concierge, luggage storage and private check-in and check-out. Breakfast can be served in your room, and the property has a café, bar, restaurant and snack bar. Free public parking is available nearby, and free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. Pets are allowed on request and may incur an extra charge. The hotel also offers a hot tub and massages.
Hotel El Balcon de las nieves is in Cumbres Verdes, at an altitude of 1,250 metres, within Sierra Nevada National Park. The village of Cumbres Verdes is 340 m away; pine forests and walking trails surround the hotel. The Mirador de la Vega de Granada is 1.2 km away, and the Mirador del Río Dílar is 1.9 km away. The nearby village of Monachil is 4.1 km away.
La Zubia provides access to local services, while Granada, about 9–10 km away, is home to some of the main cultural attractions. The Alhambra and the Generalife are 9 km away, as are the Granada Museum of Fine Arts and the Granada Science Park. Plaza Bib-Rambla and Plaza Nueva are 10 km away. Granada railway station is 11 km away, and Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén Airport is 21 km away. Free public parking is available nearby.
In winter, you can plan days of skiing in the area: the Loma Dilar chairlift and the Jara cable car are 28.8 km away, and the Monachil cable car is 32.2 km away. For walking, explore the trails through pine forests and visit the nearby viewpoints. In summer, the outdoor pool and terrace are places to relax after excursions; in Granada, you can add visits to monuments, museums and historic squares to your trip.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff’s service, as well as the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms. The facilities, WiFi connection and value for money also receive very positive ratings. Overall, guests describe a well-maintained stay, with attentive staff and highly rated services.
Rates at Hotel El Balcon de las nieves vary depending on the season, room and dates of your stay. You can check the current price for your dates through booking channels.
Hotel El Balcon de las nieves is in Cumbres Verdes, La Zubia, 21 km from Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén Airport. Granada railway station is 11 km away. The hotel offers free public parking nearby, and you don’t need to reserve a space. The address is Alayos, 174, in Cumbres Verdes; the property is at an altitude of 1,250 metres.
Hotel El Balcon de las nieves is 340 m from Cumbres Verdes and 1.2 km from the Mirador de la Vega de Granada. The Mirador del Río Dílar is 1.9 km away, and the village of Monachil is 4.1 km away. In Granada, about 9 km away, you can visit the Alhambra and the Generalife, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Science Park.
Hotel El Balcon de las nieves offers continental and buffet breakfast. Breakfast can also be served in your room. The property has a café, bar, restaurant and snack bar, and serves dinner. You can choose between a continental breakfast and a buffet.
Hotel El Balcon de las nieves allows pets on request, and charges may apply. You need to request this in advance; the property also has non-smoking rooms, a garden and outdoor areas. The extra charge may vary depending on the conditions of your stay.
Hotel El Balcon de las nieves has free public parking nearby, and you don’t need to reserve a space. The parking is not private or within the property. WiFi is free throughout the hotel.
Hotel El Balcon de las nieves has an outdoor pool that you can enjoy in summer, as well as a terrace. Some rooms have pool views, while others offer views of the mountains, city or garden. The hotel also has loungers and outdoor areas.
Hotel El Balcon de las nieves offers single, double and triple rooms, as well as a Junior Suite. Room sizes range from 10 to 25 m², depending on the category. Some options have a balcony or terrace and views of the mountains, Granada, the garden or the pool; the suite has a hot tub.
Hotel El Balcon de las nieves has ski storage and makes it easy to plan trips to the Sierra Nevada slopes. The Loma Dilar chairlift and the Jara cable car are 28.8 km away; the Monachil cable car is 32.2 km away. There are also hiking and cycling routes nearby.