The 10 best alquileres vacacionales in Capileira

Capileira is one of the highest villages in the Alpujarra of Granada, and its vacation rentals have very specific characteristics that are worth knowing before choosing. In the HotelsCasa listing you will find 31 accommodations, with an average price of 119 euros per night and a minimum of 75. Most are apartments (24), followed by vacation homes (7), hotels (5), and guest houses (2). The average category is 3.2 stars, so do not expect great luxuries, but rather functional and well-located stays.

As for the areas, the village is divided into three staggered neighborhoods: the lower part, next to the river, is the quietest and coolest, with quick access to the road that goes up to Mulhacén. The center, around the church and the square, concentrates social life, bars, and shops; here the noise can be somewhat greater in high season, but you will have everything at hand. The upper area, towards the viewpoint and the path to Bubión, offers the best views of the valley and the Veleta peak, although the streets are steep and access by car can be complicated if you are not used to driving on narrow roads. If you are looking for silence, choose the lower part; if you prefer not to climb slopes, stay in the center; if you value the landscape over comfort, the upper part is your option.

Prices drop noticeably outside the months of July and August, and also during Holy Week, when the village fills up. October and May are the best months to find rates close to the minimum of 75 euros, with good weather for hiking. To get there, the usual thing is to go by car from Granada via the A-44 to Órgiva and then take the GR-421 road, which winds for about 40 minutes. There is no train or direct bus from the capital, although there is a bus service with few frequencies that stops in the village. Once there, getting around on foot is the most sensible thing: everything is less than twenty minutes walking, and parking in the historic center can be a problem. Before booking, check if the accommodation has heating (nights are cold even in summer), if it includes parking or a garage, and if the kitchen is complete, because many apartments are basic and some do not have a dishwasher or microwave. It is also advisable to confirm if the price includes bed linen and towels, and if there is any supplement for cleaning or pets, which does not always appear at first glance.