The Hotel Alixares in Granada is a modern hotel boasting a marble entrance and lobby, situated 150 meters from the Alhambra and Generalife. The 204 guestrooms, all refurbished in 2003, feature light décor with dark wood furnishings and patterned fabrics. All are equipped with satellite television, dial-up Internet access, minibars, safes and air conditioning. At the Hotel Alixares, Granada, guests can enjoy a dip in the outdoor pool or relax with a cocktail in the bar area. The hotel also has a coffee shop and high-speed Internet access in public areas for those who wish to plan a day's sightseeing. The Hotel Alixares offers three meeting rooms with audio-visual equipment, the largest of which has capacity for 200 delegates, theatre-style, or 250 for banquets. Paid parking is available nearby for guests with their own vehicles. The Alixares Restaurant offers an array of local and international dishes, as well as a varied wine list. Local attractions range from the Generalife and Alhambra palaces, both within 150 meters reach, to the Cathedral and Royal Chapel in Granada's city centre 1.5 kilometres (1 mile) away, and the Sierra Nevada 30 kilometres (18.5 miles) away. The airport is 16 kilometres (10 miles) from the hotel. Taxis are available outside the terminal; alternatively, a bus runs regularly between the airport and city centre.
