Frequently Asked Questions

How far is the apartment from the centre of the village?

About 5 minutes walk

How far is the nearest restaurant/bar?

About 5 minutes walk

How far is the nearest supermarket?

The supermarket (Coviran) is about 10 mins walk or a couple of minutes in the car. Look out for the COVIRAN sign on left.

Where is the nearest large supermarket to stop before coming up to the village.

Coming from Málaga, Al Campo in Motril is the best option. It is an hour from the airport.

Coming from Granada airport, Mercadona in Dúrcal (half an hour from the airport) is just off the motorway.

Is the pool shared?

The pool is shared but rarely gets busy except in August in the afternoon.

How far is it to Granada?

About an hour and a half drive into the centre of Granada

Do I need to book to go to the Alhambra?

Yes, always

How long does it take to get to the apartment from the airport?

Approximately 2 hours from Malaga. Almeria is around 2 and a quarter hours, Granada approximately an hour and a quarter.

Is there a hairdryer?

Yes

Can I park near the apartment?

It is possible to park close by and unload suitcases etc, it is not possible to park immediately outside the door. But it is not far from where a car can stop to the front door.

Can I drink the tap water?

Certainly. You'll also find lots of water fountains around the Alpujarras and if there's a sign that says 'Agua potable' you can safely drink from that too.