Maybe you’ve been picturing yourself on the serene beaches of the Costa del Sol, or wandering through the historical streets of Barcelona—there’s no denying that Spain has a place in everyone’s heart. Go hard on tapas every night, cut some shapes to the flamenco rhythms or indulge in the tranquility of the countryside.
Now, whether you have immediate plans to savour the Mediterranean lifestyle or not, the good news is that finding cheap accommodation in Spain just got a whole lot easier. Enter Airbnb Rooms, a new venture offering up private rooms in Airbnb properties. Every Airbnb Room features a Host Passport, so you’ll get to know your host well before booking your stay. Around 80 per cent of private rooms are also going for less than $100 a night. Big yay.
Read on for the best cheap accommodation in Spain.
Alhambra Trails
La Zubia
Trust us when we say, you want to book a room in this stunning Spain mansion, stat. Located right on the doorstep of Sierra Nevada National Park and then a short drive from the likes of Costa Tropical, Salobrena Beach and Alpurraja, this Airbnb Room puts you right in the middle of a whole lot of adventure.
Charming Countryside Apartment
Cornella del Terri-Veinat de Corts
Living your wildest Euro dreams and shacking up in a room located on a Spanish farm is now easier than ever. Here, you’ll be residing on a restored 18th Century farmhouse where you can make the most of the onsite pool and charming garden.
Gaia Hab Tierra Retreat
Jaca
This Spanish chalet is like a glorified B&B and that’s exactly why we love it. Constructed with ecological material, Gaia Hab Tierra Retreat sports four different bedrooms (so you’ll be sharing the entire property with a few extra travellers). Here, you’ll be kicking it the Spaniard way in the northeastern part of the country which means you’ll be close to the Pyrenees and thus, a myriad of hiking and skiing activities. When you’re not hitting the slopes, dig into cuisine influenced by Aragonese and Pyrenean traditions, like migas, truffle-based feeds and cured meats.
Ca Na Panxa
Campanet
For a stay that feels more magical than most, you’ll want to book a room at Ca Na Panxa. Just inland from the treasure trove that is Mallorca, this getaway is nestled within a quiet village dotted in stone houses, views of the Serra de Tramuntana mountains and close to the famed underground caves.
Casa 381
Javea
Wake up poolside with a coffee in hand at this stunning property. Casa 381 gives you panoramic scenes of Montgo which means you’ll be able to soak up dreamy vistas of wildflowers, lush valleys and the Mediterranean Sea. You’ll be privy to a double room with an open-plan bathroom, with direct access to your private terrace overlooking the pool.
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