Hotel Palacio de Villapanés, Seville

Pros

• Though a little outside the main tourist area, you can still reach the Catedral de Seville in less than 15 minutes by foot, plus other sites like the Royal Alcázar at about the same time or Plaza de España in around 25 minutes.
• The hotel's building was once an 18th-century palace, so you'll find plenty of hints to its past, including old wooden doors and paneling, a preserved inner courtyard patio, and unique floor tiling.
• There are many places to relax, such as the spa with a gym, sauna, steam bath, and treatments, plus the restaurant with its plush dining room and outdoor patio.
• All the rooms have character, but some include wood-beamed ceilings, free-standing soaking tubs, and balconies.
• Relax on the rooftop terrace with a seasonal plunge pool, sun deck, and bar.
• The hotel staff offers excellent service. 

Cons

• Though still walkable and within the historic city center, the location is a bit away from the main sites.

Authenticity

You can absorb the history of Seville by staying at Hotel Palacio de Villapanés, an 18th-century palace that maintains its charms with a beautifully preserved inner courtyard. You'll also find a few historical touches in the rooms, such as vaulted wood-beamed ceilings, elegant wood paneling, and colorful tiling.

Location

Though a bit farther out of the tourist center, you'll still be within walking distance of all the main sites. As a trade-off, you'll be closer to the Setas de Sevilla and its Mercado de la Encarnación. Still, if you'd like to explore the city on foot, you can weave through the historic streets and reach the Catedral de Seville and Royal Alcázar in just about 15 minutes.

Rooms & Bathrooms

Though all the rooms are comfy with elegant and historical touches, we recommend booking the palace rooms or suites to get the ultimate luxury experience. These room types elevate your stay with tasteful decor, sky-high ceilings, multiple rooms, and rich wooden elements. Bathrooms are modern and clean, supplying comfy robes. 

Amenities

You can relax on the rooftop with its seasonal outdoor plunge pool, sun deck with loungers, and bar. Other perks include on-site parking and a wellness center with a sauna, steam room, a small gym, and spa treatments. Past guests praise the attentiveness of the staff; there’s also a concierge service and daily shoe cleaning on offer. Some rooms are wheelchair-friendly, with roll-in showers, and an elevator accesses the upper floors and wheelchair-accessible parking. 

Family-Friendliness

The hotel welcomes children of any age, baby cribs are offered for free, and you can request extra beds for a fee. Although no children’s amenities exist, the hotel can arrange babysitting services. 

Other Highlights

Enjoy your meals at the hotel's restaurant or bar/café, which offers indoor and outdoor dining and serves traditional Andalucian dishes. A buffet breakfast is on offer for an extra charge, and 24-hour room service.