This 16th-century renovated house with the traditional Andalusian patio and views of Alhambra will show you the best of this historical southern-Spanish city.

Enjoy drinks and tapas, and explore Alahmbra’s magnificent greenery on your next workation while staying in Alh’Patio.

How it all started

“A new reality is being written as we speak. We’re never going to go back to how the world was before the pandemic, and frankly, I think it’s a time of innovation, expansion, and opportunity”

-Kirby Rosplock

1. When and why did you decide to open Alh’Patio?

– Long story! I was working in France for a hotel. Then covid arrived and I just realised that my life wasn’t in France anymore.

And when I saw everyone working remotely, I thought about it. Why not a hotel with a coworking!?

I went to see my uncle and propose to him to enter into this adventure, and a few weeks later we were in Spain looking for a place! And here we are!

2. Have you ever stayed in some other similar accommodation before you decided to open your own?

– I have worked in hotels, hostels, and campsites in the past, with jobs going from animating activities to receptionist or hotel director. So, I do have some experience.

I also have travelled quite a bit in several countries. All this has given me experience and an idea of what I like and don’t like when it comes to the hostelry.

3. Do you remember your beginnings and what was the most difficult for you when you started?

– I think that, because I’m a young woman, nobody at the beginning was paying attention and taking me seriously, for example, the bankers, the owners, etc. They were all looking at my uncle when they were speaking to us.

So, it was difficult to establish my position in front of all, especially men older than me. But I believe that now they know who they are talking to, and I have their respect.

4. Is there something that you wished you knew before you launched Alh’Patio?

– Because I’ve always worked in hotels and big brands, there was always someone who was in charge of the website. I didn’t know how search engines and websites work. That was like another language to learn for me!

5. Have you had the opportunity to visit some other coliving places since you opened Alh’Patio?

– When I travel, I try to go and visit and talk to the people who run coliving spaces. We never know if that would help one of my customers.

6. What is the story behind you choosing Spain/Granada for opening your coliving space there?

– I wanted to go to Spain. I asked my uncle where he wanted to go because I was free to move everywhere. And he told me, Granada. And we found this amazing house! So that was brilliant!

7. What is your relationship with other coliving/coworkings in Spain?

– I’m following several colivings on Instagram, and as I said, when I’m traveling, I’m doing my best to contact the owner and visit the place.

Management

“It’s all about being a part of something in the community, socializing with people who share interests, and coming together to help improve the world we live in.“

-Zach Braff

8. What type of management do you practice at Alh’Patio?

– We are a perfect team, my uncle and I.

I stay most of my time in the coworking doing computer work, administration, emails, marketing, etc.!

And my uncle is the one who will fix things, maintain the house and help the clients! He is also a lover of culture and history so he loves to tell our customers all about Granada’s rich history!

9. How much are you involved in the community and daily activities at Alh’Patio? Do you consider yourself an equal part of the community?

– I’m working every day in the coworking space with them. We sometimes have lunch or grab a beer in a bar after work.

I want to be part of the community and not the „owner “.

10. What additional activities are included for people who stay at your place? And what approach do you practice when organizing those events?

– Because it’s private apartments, the people are indeed more independent; this is not like other colivings where you do everything with the others.

But we organise a lunch from time to time, and if not, Granada has a lot of events so I invite them to grab a beer. But for sure I’m always free to organise an expedition!

Community

“True Hospitality is welcoming the stranger on her own terms.“

-Henri Nouwen

11. What is the profile of people most likely to stay at Alh’Patio?

– We have every kind of people; couples, singles, from 23 to 50 years old. We try to make it very welcoming for everyone.

12. What is the motivation behind people choosing Alh’Patio?

– Most people staying in Alh’Patio for more than a month are digital nomads, people doing workation. We also have digital nomads who stay here for one week and work just a minimum so that they can visit Granada. And we have also tourists coming to Alh’Patio for a few days.

13. What is the average age of people who are visiting your accommodation?

– So, as I said, the age is between 24 and 50 years old.

But people who stay here for one month are around 28-38 years old.

14. How long do people usually stay at your place?

– We have an increase in people who stay now for a month and more. People can stay from 2 nights to 1 month and more. The price will depend on how many days you stay.

15. Do your visitors tend to return to your place?

– Because we only opened in September, we can’t speak about returning clients yet. But yes, I am maintaining contact, and most of them told me they would come back!

16. Is there some trend where people from specific countries come to your place?

– Not really, but 90% are indeed from Europe.

17. Do you have some special offers?

– We have a long stay price, a weekly one as well. Just contact us, and I can see what I can do!

About the Coliving Movement

”The miracle is this: The more we share the more we have.”

-Leonard Nimoy

18. Do you think this type of accommodation is dedicated only to a specific group of people, such as freelancers, digital nomads, and remote workers, or do you think there is a possibility to gain popularity beyond that group of people?

– I think the remote work movement is increasing a lot. And in the future, people will want to continue being together and share experiences with others. This will mean they will want a different living experience, which a normal hostel, for example, cannot offer them.

19. One of the main selling points of similar places is the possibility to meet new people, share experiences, and maybe even develop new partnerships. Is that also the situation in Alh’Patio?

– It’s a small space. We have only 9 places in the coworking, so, for sure you will talk to others during the day! That is the good thing – we have a family vibe.

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Southern Spain has a lot of things to do. It is rich in food, culture, and nature, so it has a lot of options for spending a great weekend in it.

Many things that we connect to Spain are native to Andalusia, like Spanish dance and music Flamenco, or their famous fashion with large dresses and flowers in hair. So, if you are planning on visiting Andalusia, you will certainly have a lot of fun.

As we lived in Andalusia, many people have asked us how to spend the best time there, so we decided to share some suggestions that you can use to navigate your trip and have an amazing time!

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When to visit Andalusia?

The first important thing is to pick the right time when planning a trip. The good thing is that when it comes to Andalusia, there is almost no wrong time to visit it. Why? Because Andalusia is sunny, warm, and full of life most of the year.

The best way to decide on your dates is to set your goals – are you going site seeing or are you going on a vacation? Do you plan on walking the whole day, or are you planning on sunbathing in the sun?

If you are planning on a sunny escape from your cold winter life, the best time to visit Andalusia is somewhere between late February and early April. Late winter and super-early spring are cold in most countries, but not in Spain. So, if you want to meet Spring earlier this year, that is the best time.

If you are planning on sunbathing and swimming (a summer vacation) the best time is in late August, September, and middle October. June and July are the sunniest and the hottest months, but that means temperatures around 40 degrees Celsius and almost unbearable daytime. The air in Andalusia during summer is very heavy so being outside between 1 pm and 7 pm can be dangerous and unpleasant.

Must see places in Andalusia

The best places to visit in Andalusia, Spain, depending on your likes and interests. An amazing thing is that there is something for everybody – amazing food and drinks, crazy nightlife, relaxing nature and hiking spots, tranquil but vibrant villages, or big and loud cities.

All the places in Andalusia are worth visiting, but let’s break them down into categories of must-see places.

Must-see places in Andalusia are:

• Big cities (Seville, Granada, Cadiz, Cordoba)
• Little town and villages (Jerez de la Frontera, Ubeda, Baeza, White Villages)
• Mountains (Sierra Nevada, Cazorla)
• Parks (Parque de Federico Garcia Lorca, Parque de Maria Luisa Sevilla)
• Traditional bars with flamenco show
• Historical monuments and houses (Real Alcazar, Casa de Federico Garcia Lorca, Museo Picasso)

The best cities to visit in Andalusia

The best places in Andalusia can be found all around the biggest Andalusian cities. You can even find nature inside some cities, like Alahambra in Granada.

Places in south Spain are always decorated with big colorful flowers and plants, so you will feel like walking around an oasis even when you’re in the biggest boulevards.

If you are visiting cities in Southern Spain, the things to do there are countless. Nightlife in Andalusia is crazy, so if you’re into that, you will have the best time of your life. Also, tapas bars with drinks are a great way of a more casual and tranquil night out.

One of the best things to do in Andalusia is to chill in their city parks because they are so well taken care of. The abundance of flora and labyrinth-like paths make for a truly meditative experience.

Here are the top places to visit in Andalusia if you like big cities:

Seville (Sevilla)

Seville is touristic heaven. It has a lot of history and monuments you can visit all day long but it is also full of restaurants and bars to sit down and try paellas.

Unlike many big Spanish cities, Sevilla isn’t on the seashore, but it has a river. The river is followed by a beautiful quay full of bars and people, so it also has an intimate local atmosphere.

The best things to visit in Seville are the Royal Alcazar of Seville, Plaza de España (Spain’s Square), Seville Cathedral, La Giralda, Maria Luisa Park, and a football match at the stadium Sanchez-Pizcuan.

Malaga

Malaga is the most urban Andalusian city. It is a center of good parties, great nightlife, young people, and amazing opportunities.

Malaga is right on the seashore, so it makes a great summer destination. If you like more tranquil summer escapes, the villages around Malaga are what you should be looking for, because they are close to the city, but not as crowded. If you are more of a party animal, book a room in the center of Malaga and you will not regret it.

Must-see things in Malaga are the Picasso Museo, Alcazaba palace and castle of Gibralfaro, Costa del Sol (Malaga’s coastline), the city center, and Benalmadena.

Cordoba

Cordoba is a characteristic city with a historical entrance. To come inside it, you need to cross a stone bridge making it look like you are coming inside a kingdom.

Besides that, Cordoba is the most famous for its flower wall decoration. White walls are decorated with blue paint and little hanging pots with colorful flowers. Cordoba is cozy and romantic, but it also has a big variety of tapas bars in the city center.

The top places to visit in Cordoba are Mezquita-Catedral, Alcazar de Los Reyes Cristianos, Puente Romano (Roman bridge).

Granada

Granada is one of the most popular cities in Andalusia. Its charm lies within the combination of a historical city center and a huge natural museum of Alhambra. Granada is a student city, so there are a lot of young people and a lot of parties and bars for students and youngsters.

It is not an enormous city, so you can check it out pretty quickly, except for Alhambra. Alhambra requires time, it is very big, very beautiful and you should save the whole day just for it.

Must-see places in Granada are Alambra and Generalife, Palacios Nazaries and the city center.

Cadiz

Cadiz is a city of stone, narrow streets, the ocean and beautiful little squares. Cadiz resembles Portugal more than it resembles its Andalusian neighbors, so it will leave you with a different vibe than Granada or Malaga.

It is a peaceful sea-oriented city with great places to surf, eat and walk around. It is a city with an almost village-like atmosphere, so it will make you fall in love with it.

The best places to visit in Cadiz are the cathedral of Cadiz, Tavira tower, the castle of Santa Catalina and the ocean.

The most beautiful towns in Andalusia

If you don’t like big cities but would rather visit a town and have a similar experience as in the city, but with fewer crowds and tourists, Andalusia has a lot of options.

Some of the most beautiful places in Andalusia are not popular ones, which gives them even more charm.

If you were to visit towns and little cities in Andalusia, Spain, the best places to visit are:

• Jaen (world’s capital of olive oil and Spain’s capital of free tapas)
• Jerez de la Frontera (home of famous Sherry wine, horse fair, and capital of MotoGP races)
• Almeria (a town of the sun and a perfect beach)
• Ronda (a famous town on a cliff)
• Tarifa (a town of surfing, windsurfing, and swimming with dolphins and whales)

There are many towns and cities to visit in Andalusia, and all are charming in their own way. Andalusia truly has it all, so the longer you can stay, the better.

Top things to do in Andalusia

When you are in Andalusia, the best thing to do is to explore.

The top things to do in Andalusia consist of walking around town, checking bars, socializing with locals, and asking around for a history lesson.

By talking to the locals, you will find the secrets of that particular place, because there are different customs in every city or town. Locals are very proud of these customs and they will gladly teach you a new phrase or show you a thing they drink or a place they like to go to.

The best things to do in Andalusia are going on tapas tours, trying out gin and tonic with their special spices, going hiking on the mountains, taking a day to chill in the park, going to a Flamenco show, attending a feria, trying olives and olive oil, drinking Tinto de Verano, and going to a football (soccer) game or just watching it in a bar full of people.

What is Andalusia famous for?

Andalusia is famous for:

• Flamenco
• Hand-clapping music and singing (also from Flamenco)
• Big dresses and flowers in hair
• Horses
• Olives and olive oil
• Gin and tonic
• Sangria
• Tapas bars
• Moorish influence
• The sea
• The Sun

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