Andalucia Holidays by Rail

This elegant hotel is situated in the centre of historic Granada, 25 minutes’ walk from the Alhambra Palace. It offers classic-style rooms with a terrace overlooking the city. The hotel’s Generalife restaurant offers an extensive buffet breakfast and specialises in rice dishes. Guests can relax in the Albayzin bar.

A short walk from Cordoba’s famous Mezquita, the Macia Alfaros is housed in a beautiful, traditional Andalucian building. The building retains many original features and has been tastefully renovated to a high standard. Los Alarifes restaurant provides evening meals and is the setting for a buffet breakfast each morning.

This Parador is situated in a spectacular spot in the heart of the city, beside Ronda’s emblematic Puente Nuevo. It is housed in the former town hall building, with unparalleled views of the Tagus River, a ravine 390 feet deep. You can go for a swim or sunbathe in the gardens by the swimming pool, taking in a cool drink alongside the gorge.

Situated in a converted 19th century mansion, the Patio de la Alameda offers comfortable accommodation typical to Seville, with easy access to the sights of the city. Guestrooms are furnished in a traditional style with complimentary Wi-Fi and air conditioning. The hotel also features a bar, restaurant and a pretty outdoor terrace.

The Hotel Hospes Palacio de los Patos is set in a 19th-century palace, 700 yards from Granada Cathedral. The beautiful Bodyna Spa offers a range of treatments. The hotel has 40 exquisitely decorated rooms, which have a contemporary design, while conserving the original décor of this historic property.

The Hotel Hospes Palacio Del Bailio is a 5-star boutique hotel that occupies a 16th-century palace in the heart of the ancient city of Córdoba. It has an relaxing pool set in pretty gardens and a luxurious spa. The elegant rooms mix past and present. Some have original wall paintings, and all have flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi.

One of Spain’s most prestigious hotels, Hotel Alfonso XIII is located next to Seville’s Real Alcazares. It offers an outdoor swimming pool, gym and a typical garden courtyard with a fountain, and its elegant design includes Arabic-style arches and ceramic tiles. Rooms are individually decorated and feature air conditioning, a minibar, bathrobe and slippers.