Cuevas Abuelo Ventura - Guadix, Spain     

Whilst studying Spanish in Granada I needed a break from the city. I found this gem on the web & arrived in Guadix by bus ( a first for me ! ) & the locals were all telling me that it was miles away. Panic was beginning to set in as i rang the hotel " its not far but a little complicated - stay where u are we will collect you " Infact it is within walking distance of the old town & the main rd that the bus had dropped me on. That helpful laid back approach continued at check in where there was no interest in seeing a credit card. The 12 rooms are all built into the caves as is the indoor swimming pool & excellent restaurant. Normally i would venture out & indeed on arrival the owner recomended lots of bars & restaurants in the old town, however i wanted to relax & frankly give them my business. The location is amazing, reminded me a lot of being in Australia, the rooms large & spotless with separate sitting TV area & excellently appointed bathrooms. The restaurant staff were excellent & clearly attracted the locals - the chef came out to talk me throug the menu which was fantastic value for money . The next morning there was no question of how i would get to the bus station, it was not for negotiation & once again the chauffeur service went into action. I am sorry that i did not get the owners name but the ride into town with her & her daughter was delightful as they wrestled with my not quiet Andalusian accent - they both speak English. I will be able to thank them in person as i have promised to take my wife back - this time for 2/3 nights so that we can try the other bars etc in the wonderful looking old town. By the way this little piece of magic was 55 Euros for a double room for single use including breakfast ( minimal but fine ) dinner was less than 30 Euros a la carte with bottle of wine & several beers. easy to find if u print off their map from the web site !! Muchas gracias a todo la gente - hasta pronto ! Espero!

Whilst studying Spanish in Granada I needed a break from the city. I found this gem on the web & arrived in Guadix by bus ( a first for me ! ) & the locals were all telling me that it was miles away. Panic was beginning to set in as i rang the hotel " its not far but a little complicated - stay where u are we will collect you " Infact it is within walking distance of the old town & the main rd that the bus had dropped me on. That helpful laid back approach continued at check in where there was no interest in seeing a credit card. The 12 rooms are all built into the caves as is the indoor swimming pool & excellent restaurant. Normally i would venture out & indeed on arrival the owner recomended lots of bars & restaurants in the old town, however i wanted to relax & frankly give them my business. The location is amazing, reminded me a lot of being in Australia, the rooms large & spotless with separate sitting TV area & excellently appointed bathrooms. The restaurant staff were excellent & clearly attracted the locals - the chef came out to talk me throug the menu which was fantastic value for money . The next morning there was no question of how i would get to the bus station, it was not for negotiation & once again the chauffeur service went into action. I am sorry that i did not get the owners name but the ride into town with her & her daughter was delightful as they wrestled with my not quiet Andalusian accent - they both speak English. I will be able to thank them in person as i have promised to take my wife back - this time for 2/3 nights so that we can try the other bars etc in the wonderful looking old town. By the way this little piece of magic was 55 Euros for a double room for single use including breakfast ( minimal but fine ) dinner was less than 30 Euros a la carte with bottle of wine & several beers. easy to find if u print off their map from the web site !! Muchas gracias a todo la gente - hasta pronto ! Espero!