Updated September 2026
Andalusia, Spain’s southern beauty and the destination of choice for my summer holidays over the past 4 years. As usual, I spend weeks in advance planning these trips and I’m always proud of the places I find to stay. Whenever I share the spots I have a ton of messages from people asking for the details so to make it a little easier, here is a run down of my most recommended accommodations I’ve stayed in Andalucia in the past few years. I visit Andalusia multiple times a year and usually spend 2 weeks every summer roaming the pueblos blancos so this accommodation guide grows every year.
Andalusia Travel GuideS
This guide is solely for accommodation but I’ve written several other guides that can help you plan your Andalusia trip.
Andalusia Best Pueblos Blancos
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Now, if you know me, you know I’m not usually one to “holiday”; I tend to travel, trip, adventure, whatever you want to call it but it is rarely to relax. However every August I “try” to switch off from work for a week or two and I choose Andalucia to do that. Why? Because the heat in this part of Spain in August is intense and there is little to do except forced rest.
This is not a list of every place I’ve stayed in Andalusia, because many of them are not worth mentioning; this list are the places that really stood out as the best in the region.
With 6 weeks of travel around Andalusia under my belt I’ve built up a tonne of stays all over the region. From tiny villages like Montecorto and Archez to remote fincas in nature to some of Andalusia’s most renowned cities. I’ve stayed in more than 25 locations across Andalusia and created a list of the best places to stay. Since I visit Andalusia multiple times a year (living next door has its advantages) I’ll continue to update as I go.
Although I sometimes get offered free stays, press stays or work in partnerships with some accommodation, I paid 100% for all the accommodation mentioned below.
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Where to Stay in Andalusia, Spain
My guide to the places I’ve actually stayed across Andalusia, including hotels, cottages, fincas, apartments and rural accommodation.
Accommodation Budget in Andalusia
Like most places, in Andalusia you can find accommodation for any budget. The majority of my stays have been low to mid range. The majority of my trips have been as a solo person and I generally spend between €50-100 a night. Of course, it is possible to find stays for all budgets in Andalusia. The cities have hostel rooms (anywhere between 20-50 euros a night for a well rated one), rural areas have camping and glamping and you can find plenty of luxury and boutique hotels & fincas to enjoy whatever your budget.
How & When to Book Accommodation in Andalusia
Typically I use a mix of BookingCom, Airbnb and GoogleMaps to find and book accommodation in Andalusia. I find BookingCom is the best value and also the best place to search because almost all accommodation can be found there. Most properties on Booking have a free cancellation period option which is handy if you don’t have your plans nailed down yet. Airbnb is good for finding some more rare, unusual places that are not listed on BookingCom.
Important: When searching on booking sites sometimes thy show accommodation that is far away from he centre of the location you are looking at. Always use the map tool to check you are close enough to where you want to be.
If you are traveling in peak season I recommend booking accommodation 2-3 months in advance if possible. When I travel in the summer I book everything in advance because a lot of places do get fully booked, especially in the more well known destinations. However, if you can be flexible (you have a car and you’re not super fussy) you can still find places last minute.
Where to stay in Andalusia
Here are a mix of cities, towns and villages that you should think about adding to your itinerary. Listed from west to east (roughly)
- Seville
- Cadiz
- Vejer de la Frontera
- Arcos de la Frontera
- Grazalema
- Montecorto
- Ronda
- Iznajar
- Córdoba
- Comares
- Cómpeta
- Canillas de Abadia
- Canillas de Aceituno
- Comares
- Pampaneira
- Trévelez
Andalusia Travel Map
Want to see all my personal Andalusia recommendations in one place? After years of traveling around Andalusia and constantly being asked for suggestions on where to go, where to stay, what to see, where to eat… I finally built a map to share it all. The Andalusia Travel Map…
Feeling overwhelmed with all the possible routes and options? I can plan everything for you.
Best Pueblos Blancos to Stay when coming from Seville
If you’re arriving at Seville airport for your Andalusia trip then your focus should be on the official Pueblos Blancos route which are located in the west of the region. The closest to Seville is Arcos de la Frontera. From there you can go to the Grazalema natural park and visit Grazalema, Zahara de la Sierra, Olvera, Ronda and Montecorto.
I visit Seville many times every year so naturally I’ve built up lots of experience at finding the best places to stay. I’ve written a whole guide on that.
SEVILLE WHERE TO STAY : ACCOMMODATION GUIDE
HOW TO SPEND 24 HOURS IN SEVILLE
Best Pueblos Blancos to Stay when coming from Malaga
If Malaga is your starting point then your focus should be on the white villages in the east of the Andalusia. Closer to Malaga you have the touristy (but very pretty) Frigiliana as well as Comares. Further east you have Cómpeta and then higher up, in the mountain villages of Trévelez, Capileira, Búbion and Pampaneira.
Best hotels, apartments and guesthouses to stay in Andalusia
These are my very very favourite places I’ve stayed during my time spent in Andalusia. Use this list if you are not sure where you want to visit and need some inspiration for extra special hotels, guesthouses and apartments. I’ve also included a wish list which offers a wider range of places to stay.
This is a general rundown of some destinations you should add to your Andalusia itinerary. Use this list if you want to plan your trip and find accommodation along the way. Since this is an accommodation guide I won’t ramble on about the cities, towns and villages here. If you’d like to read more, I’ve written extensively about them here >> Andalusia Road Trip Travel guide.
Trévelez Cottage, Alta Trévelez
This 3 bedroom traditional cottage was a gem of a find and it’s one of the best places to stay in Andalusia. Located in the top third of Trévelez, a village in the stunning Alpujarras. The village is delightful to wander around, surrounded by mountains and home to the most famous jamon in Spain; well worth a trip. The cottage is equipped with absolutely everything you could need and it is superbly decorated. One of my favourite moments was drinking wine on the step at sunset.
Casa Grande, Arcos de la Frontera
A little slice of understated luxury in the heart of one of the best pueblos blancos in Andalusia – Arcos de la Frontera. Casa Grande is an oasis of calm, but the best bit is the rooftop terrace. Definitely one of my favourite stays in Andausia.
Finca Flor, Canillas de Albaida/Cómpeta
Wow. Honestly this place was one of my favourite ever stays considering the price point. This one room guesthouse/B&B has a private pool with the most incredible view. Finca Flor is run by a friendly couple and all details have been thought of, including honesty bar and robes. To top it off, despite its peaceful location it is close to some of the best towns in Andalusia. Fantastic breakfast included. This B&B gets booked up months in advance for summer season so do not leave it too late to book.
Finca Serrato, remote (closest village Colmenar)
The most remote place I’ve stayed in Andalusia is also one of the best. Set completely in nature, 20 minutes down a dirt track, Finca Serrato is a true escape (not easy to find these days). The pool has the best view of any place I have stayed in Andalusia. It is simple, relaxing and the perfect place to switch off.
El Molino del Abuelo, Montecorto
This 4 bedroom guest house is located in a cute village close to Grazalema Natural park and Ronda. The rooms are designed and decorated with love and the garden, surroundings and rooftop pool leave you happy to stay for a while. Amazing breakfast with local produce also available.
El Balcón de la Axerquia, Córdoba
1 bedroom apartment tucked away in a cute residential area, only a short walk from the Mezquita. The best feature is the balcony in the living room looking out over a small plaza with a fountain. I stayed for 6 nights in August and it this apartment was the best place to hide from the afternoon heat.
>> Book El Balcón de la Axerquia
Guesthouse La Tienda, Cómpeta
Cheap and cheerful. Filled to the wooden beams with character and located smack bang in the middle of Cómpeta. One of the best value places I have stayed in Andalusia but also one of the best for interior. It is getting increasingly difficult to find apartments that don’t look like an Ikea catalog but that’s not the case with La Tienda. So many unique features and little pieces of history to be found. I stayed in the single apartment and it was perfect.
Castillo 15, Comares
If you are traveling solo or as a couple I can definitely recommend to stay at book Castillo Suite 15. The one bedroom house has a spacious living area, comfortable bed, great shower and small balcony overlooking the whole of Comares. The best part is the benches in front of the house that invite you to drink a glass of wine like the locals. This was my favourite stays in Andalusia during me 2025 trip and one of my all time favourites in the region. I would happily go back and stay for a week, using the house as a base to explore.
Pueblos Blancos
If you’re planning a trip to Andalusia you have probably heard of ‘pueblos blancos’ or ‘white villages’. The name refers to 19 whitewashed villages between Cadiz and Malaga and they can be counted as some of the most beautiful places to visit in all of Spain. I’ve stayed in many of the villages and some of the best places to stay in Andalusia are these. You can read more in my guide.
ANDALUSIA’S MOST ENCHANTING PUEBLOS BLANCOS
As I already mentioned I travel to Andalusia for summer every year, in addition to some short trips so I’ll continue to add my accommodation recommendations to this guide. I hope this travel guide helps you find the best places to stay in Andalusia Happy planning!
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