I selected this hotel based on reviews from the fellow Tripadvisor travellers, as usual. And, as usual, I was not disappointed. Great location for visiting the old town and although not far from the shanty towns it still felt safe even at night.

The area becomes kind of red district after dusk so if you want to avoid being accosted (though not pestered) don't wander around too much, if by yourself, at that time.

Staff were very helpful and friendly with excellent command of English. Always ready to answer the most basic questions and always with the smile. They also remember your name without recourse to the computer, a novelty these days (potentially because it seemed like I was the only British person there).

Have a work out, massage and then go for a lovely Jacuzzi on the rooftop with the great view of the city. Afterwards hit the Confiteria Bolsi for a treat or even the restaurant across the road for a taste of Paraguayan food.

Recommend trip to Trinidad & Jesus, ideally with guide as getting there and around is very messy. You'll get an overview of rural Paraguay en route and the ruins at the end are rather spectacular and...bereft of tourists.

Out of interest I went to have a look at the Hotel Asuncion Palace, next on the recommended list. It is a bit cheaper but - the difference is enormous, if judged only by the appearance of the lobby. I was really glad I stayed at Granados instead.

Hotel is in the downtown of Asuncion, the city is very quiet and safe (compering with another latin american countries) so you can walk around even at night, just of course be carefull with the place you visit. The hotel has a great stuff, always helpfull and cooperative.
Nice rooms and buffet are goods.

The hotel is excellent. Old style but everything brand new. Amazing service, except the room service for food. Located at city center, not the best place for leisure, but perfect for business. Free transport to/from airport. If you stay at least three days, there is a free massage. Great and roomy rooms with nice common areas.

I spent 2 nights at this hotel the last week of May 2009. Everything was just perfect: great reception upon arrival with complimentary drink in the bar, big and clean rooms, many tv channels in English, free Internet, free 1/2 massage if you stay 3 nights, good breakfast, friendly service from all staff and a very good and safe location.

Can warmly reccomend this hotel to anybody.