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Hotel with a heated pool in Granada

A large outdoor pool, a covered pool in the spa, or both: hotels are often the best equipped for a warm swim. In Granada, at the foot of the Sierra Nevada, heated water is mostly found indoors, in the spas of city-centre hotels. Here are the 5 hotels I've selected in Granada, all rated at least 8/10; I particularly recommend Sercotel HMO Martina, Villa Oniria and Gran Hotel Luna de Granada.

5places with a heated pool
8/10minimum guest rating
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The places

Places are ranked from highest to lowest rated. The yellow bubble shows the advertised water temperature, when it's known.

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Hot tub

5 places shown

Sercotel HMO Martina

Avenida de la Constitución, about 1 km from the centre
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Indoor poolIndoor poolHotel
8.9/104,318 reviews · Kayak

The pool. Covered pool. Heating isn't specified.

I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.

Guide's tip. Ask for the covered pool's opening hours when you book.

Sources: Kayak, Expedia

Villa Oniria

Realejo, about 700 m from the centre
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Advertised onlyHeating period not specifiedHotelJacuzzi
8.8/101,997 reviews · Kayak

The pool. The spa has a heated pool, a jacuzzi, hydromassage, a Scottish shower and a sauna. The hotel also has an outdoor pool.

The hot tub. Jacuzzi in the spa.

I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.

Guide's tip. There's a charge for the spa and it's closed to under-12s; swim caps are compulsory.

Sources: Sunvil, Kayak

Gran Hotel Luna de Granada

About 1 km from the station and the historic centre
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Advertised onlyYear-roundHotel
8.7/107,722 reviews · Kayak

The pool. Heated pool open year-round from 10 am to 10 pm, plus an outdoor pool for summer only.

Several guests find the pools rather small. I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.

Guide's tip. In winter only the heated pool is open; the outdoor pool runs in summer only.

Palacio Gran Vía, a Royal Hideaway Hotel

Gran Vía de Colón, in the heart of the city
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Indoor poolIndoor poolHotel
9.6/10525 reviews · Kayak

The pool. Indoor pool in the basement, next to a hammam.

I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.

Guide's tip. An underground pool is just the thing for Granada's cold winter days: ask about opening hours when you arrive.

Hospes Palacio de los Patos

Central Granada
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Indoor poolIndoor poolHotelJacuzzi
9.2/101,560 reviews · Kayak

The pool. The Bodyna spa has a large indoor pool and a hot tub; the hotel talks of “its warm waters”. A Turkish bath and sauna complete the picture.

The hot tub. Hot tub in the Bodyna spa.

I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.

Guide's tip. Book a treatment or spa access at the same time as your room, especially at weekends.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best hotel with a heated pool in Granada?

In my selection, the top-rated is Sercotel HMO Martina (Hotel), with 8.9/10 (4,318 reviews · Kayak). Next come Villa Oniria (8.8/10) and Gran Hotel Luna de Granada (8.7/10).

Is the pool heated all year round in Granada?

Yes at Gran Hotel Luna de Granada: the pool is advertised as heated all year round. Sercotel HMO Martina, Palacio Gran Vía, a Royal Hideaway Hotel and Hospes Palacio de los Patos have an indoor pool, sheltered from the wind. Either way, ask for the heating dates before you book.

What is the water temperature in Granada?

None of the places selected in Granada gives a precise temperature. Ask the property before booking, especially out of season.

Is there a hotel with a hot tub in Granada?

Yes: Villa Oniria and Hospes Palacio de los Patos also have a hot tub in addition to the heated pool.

How I check

The word "heated" on a booking page isn't enough. Every place must have a rating of at least 8/10 (or 4/5) and carries one of these four levels.

Confirmed by guests

Guests mention the heated water in their reviews, with the season when they say so.

Confirmed by a reviewer

A journalist or guide who stayed there describes the heated pool.

Advertised only

The hotel or the platform says so, but I haven't yet found a review that confirms it.

Indoor pool

Heating isn't specified, but the water is sheltered from the wind and cold air. Ask for the temperature before you book.

Places I left out

I left these out because guests report water colder than advertised, or because no heating or indoor pool is mentioned.

PlaceWhat the sources sayRatingReason
Barceló Carmen GranadaSeasonal outdoor pool with a bar, much loved in summer for its view.9,4/10Seasonal outdoor pool, heating not confirmed
Abades Nevada PalaceSeasonal outdoor pool (mid-June to mid-October).7,7/10Rating below 8/10 and heating not confirmed

Sources: Expedia, Airbnb, Kayak.