El Geco Verde is an eco-friendly country house featuring renewable energies in the recently established Geopark of Granada, not far from the charming whitewashed village of Castril. This is a secluded location, surrounded by nature and tranquility. From the hotel´s veranda or terrace you can enjoy stunning and uninterrupted country and mountain views plus incredibly dark skies at night, perfect for stargazing! El Geco Verde has been run by the same family since 2010. Our closest village, Castril, with it famous river, natural park and suspended walkway is 13kms by road. There is a farmtrack of 3kms from the hotel to the main road The nearby Cazorla and Castril Mountains are famous for their spectacular waterfalls, caves and gorges, as well as being home to many birds of prey. Rooms at El Geco Verde are simple and elegant, with rustic touches. All doubles and family rooms have central heating, TV and private bathrooms. Central heating runs on crushed olive stones, a plentiful and renewable local resource. Communal areas benefit from free WiFi and include a spacious dining room with pellet burning stove, and a cozy library/TV lounge with log-burning fireplace. The hotel offers free onsite parking for guests. Granada and Almería Airports are both less than 2 hours' drive from El Geco Verde. El Geco Verde has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 11 Aug 2010.

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Property highlights

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
or
1 full bed
3 twin beds
or
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
9.0
Location
7.4
Free WiFi
6.7
Low score for Castril
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  • Tova
    Israel Israel
    El geco verde was a lovely getaway in the midst of nature. Perfect for quiet recharging. Ilaria was a wonderful host who gave us helpful and interesting recommendations. I would definitely recommend this place.
  • Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Our host was fantastic. He provide an excellent service and was a great help with organising activities. The location is well off the main road and very peaceful. The house stands on a small hill which means you get excellent views of the...
  • Amanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was breathtaking and the villa beautiful. Ilaria the host was always on hand to help organise activities such as kayaking and Segway. Beer and local delicious wine were always available at low prices and the food way utterly...

Host Info

9.8
9.8
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Rural Andalucia provides the perfect backdrop; stunning scenery, authentic Spanish gastronomy, culture and traditon; like stepping back 50 years in time! But you don´t have to rough it; we designed the house to offer modern comforts in an off-grid setting. Good passive design, extensive recycling, solar panels and biomass heating help us get the balance right. El Geco Verde's secluded location steals many hearts, but it´s not for everyone. A spirit of adventure could be your best travelling companion! Be prepared to abandon the GPS as you negotiate the 3km farmtrack to our front door; Peace, seclusion, endless views await you– in other words a truly authentic rural retreat. Our aim is comfort, not five star luxury. At the house we oferr a basic breakfast and fixed menu dinners. To ensure the freshest ingredients and minismise waste we operate a policy of pre-booking only for evening meals (we do not do lunches) and offer a central self-service honesty bar rather than minibars in the rooms. We trust you will understand our efforts to minimise your carbon footprints and work with us to achieve that aim
We are an Italian/English couple who were working in London, nursing the dream of creating a home in a special part of the world with open views, light and sunshine, living more sustainably and getting back to nature. We´ve travelled a lot and wanted to create the kind of accommodation we love to find; family run, hospitable, eco-friendly, informal; where guests are treated as fellow travellers rather than just customers. Above all we love introducing people to this wonderful undiscovered corner of Andalucia; so please do tap into our fund of tips and suggestions for an adventurous stay that´s a perfect fit for you.
El Geco Verde is a Casa Rural with the emphasis firmly on the Rural. The hotel is surrounded by olive and almond groves, pine forests and agricultural land. We have mapped out some great tracks and trails for walking and mountain biking so you can explore this privileged location. The views are sensational and there is almost no light pollution, so the stars can be seen in all their glory. There are no other inhabited buildings within a 3km radius. The nearest bar is 4km away, the closest restaurant 11kms, the closest village (Castril) 13kms.
Languages spoken: English,Spanish,Italian

Area info

Amenities of El Geco Verde
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathtub
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Room service
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Mosquito net
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Italian

House rules

El Geco Verde takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Check-out

From 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per person, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

American Express is not accepted as a method of payment.

Please note that many GPS devices provide incorrect directions to El Geco Verde. Guests are advised to take the exit marked Manuel Díaz on the Pozo Alcon - Castril road, between exits 16 and 17. Please contact the property for more details.

Please inform El Geco Verde of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property is accessible by an unpaved road, which might not be suitable for some vehicles.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

It's recommended to bring your own vehicle since this property is not serviced by public transportation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

License number: CR/GR/00146

FAQs about El Geco Verde

  • Check-in at El Geco Verde is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at El Geco Verde may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • El Geco Verde offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Horseback riding

  • El Geco Verde is 3.7 miles from the center of Castril. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.