My Honest Review of the ECO Hostel in Granada, Spain

If you’re traveling to Granada, Spain and are looking up where to stay, I share my honest thoughts after spending two nights at the ECO Hostel Granada.

How Much Does It Cost To Say At the ECO Hostel Granada?
For reference, I stayed at the ECO Hostel Granada in April 2023. It wasn’t the high summer season, but I was there for Easter so still a big holiday there. 

For a two-night stay, I paid 52 euros, which came to roughly 26 euros each night. The room I stayed in was a six-person male/female dorm room. Our hostel was easy to get to from the airport (you take a shuttle into town) and within walking distance of all the major attractions, including the Alhambra. 


What Is There To Do At the ECO Hostel in Granada?
The ECO Hostel was actually pretty mellow, which I liked. It had a mix of older and younger people. While it wasn’t a party hostel, they did have some social activities such as nightly family dinners. However, I didn’t go to them because they were pretty late in the evening.

The ECO is a great space for digital nomads to work and the staff was really nice (shoutout to Jake at the front desk for your help).


What I Liked About the ECO Hostel Granada

• Laid back vibe - The ECO is not a party hostel, and I really appreciate it. As someone who was traveling and working remotely, this was a major benefit. It also allows you to feel more relaxed after a busy day of exploring.
• Friendly staff - The staff here were very personable and made me feel welcome right off the bat. 
• Spacious bathrooms - The six-person room I stayed in had a spacious bathroom that made getting ready in the mornings much easier.
• Fantastic location - The ECO Hostel is within walking distance of the main tourist areas in Granada, including the Bazaar and the Alhambra.

What I Didn’t Like About the ECO Hostel Granada

• Timed showers - With the word ‘eco’ in the name, it certainly makes sense this hostel focuses on being more sustainable. While this is something I can get behind, the timed showers felt frustrating. They ran for about 30 seconds before needing to be pushed on again.
• No privacy curtains - The bunk beds in this hostel didn’t come with privacy curtains. That being said, it’s a quieter hostel, and I stayed in a smaller room so this wasn’t much of an issue during my experience. However, this could be a drawback for other travelers.
• Smaller lockers - Our room has personal lockers where we could put our valuables. However, these lockers aren’t as big so you won’t be able to store things like your suitcase, clothes, or backpacks in there. However, they’re fine for things like your purse, wallet, smart phone, etc. 

FAQs About Hostels in Granada 

1. What are the best hostels in Granada, Spain?
The best hostels in Granada, Spain depend on what you’re looking for. If you want to stay somewhere more quiet that still gives you easy access to the most important places to see in Granada, then I’d definitely recommend the ECO Hostel.

2. Is there a good hostel in Granada near the Alhambra?
    Yes, the ECO Hostel is a great hostel in Granada that’s near the Alhambra. I could easily 
walk there for my day at the Alhambra. 

3. What is Granada best known for?
    Granada is best known for its Alhambra palace that sits at the top of the hill overlooking 
the city.

For more on Spain hostels, visit my review of St. Christopher's Inn Barcelona.