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Hotel Colon Gran Melia - The Leading hotel of the World vs Hotel Alcantara
Gran Melia Colon and Hotel Alcantara are both praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Gran Melia Colon is the choice of most writers compared to Hotel Alcantara. Gran Melia Colon comes in at #6 in Seville with endorsements from 9 reviewers like Condé Nast Traveler, DK Eyewitness and Frommer's.
Hotel Colon Gran Melia - The Leading hotel of the World
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Frommer's
Condé Nast Traveler
Oyster
The Telegraph
Travel + Leisure
U.S. News & World Report
Canalejas, 1, 41001 Seville
From $141 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"This classic hotel retains many original features, including a marble staircase leading up to a central lobby crowned by a magnificent stained-glass dome and crystal chandelier."
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DK Eyewitness
"This grand five-star hotel in the heart of Seville has been completely refurbished to offer guests the most elegant style and maximum comfort."
Star Service
"This hotel in a venerable building built for Expo '29 commands an ideal location just two blocks south of the Museo de Bellas Artes and five blocks north of the Maestranza bullring."
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Gayot
"Decorated in Roman antiquity each floor is dedicated to famous Spanish artists, whose works are reproduced and displayed on each door."
Frommer's
"And whilst the Gran Meliá Colón doesn't have the historic atmosphere of the Alfonso, it is exceptionally comfortable."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"The striking minimalism of the rooms is in lovely juxtaposition to the splendor of the public space with its marble staircase and ornate stained glass dome."
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Oyster
Luxury
"The hotel feels like an integral part of the cultural fabric of the city, and the three excellent restaurants are popular meeting spots for both tourists and locals."
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The Telegraph
8.0
"This grand Seville landmark, just 10 minutes’ walk from the main city sights, has been a favourite with star bullfighters, celebrities and dignitaries for some time."
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Travel + Leisure
"Located on a tiny orange tree-lined street, minutes from Seville’s main shopping area, the 189-room Gran Melia Colon features a majestic, show-stopping white and gold reception area."
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U.S. News & World Report
4.0
"The Gran Meliá Colón's address in the popular historical area of Seville makes it easy to explore all that the city has to offer."
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Hotel Alcantara
Lonely Planet
Oyster
The Telegraph
EuroCheapo
C/ Ximenez de Enciso, 28, Santa Cruz, 41004 Seville
From $117 /night
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Air Conditioning
- Accessible
- Breakfast buffet
- Baggage storage
Lonely Planet
"This small, friendly hotel on a pedestrian street punches above its weight with sparkling modern bathrooms, windows on to the hotel’s patio, and pretty floral curtains."
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Oyster
Budget
"The two-pearl Hotel Alcantara’s best feature is its location in both the historic and Santa Cruz districts with many attractions within walking distance."
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The Telegraph
7.0
"A simple but excellent-value, family-run, budget choice in the heart of Seville’s Old Town, just moments away from La Giralda and the main sights."
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EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"A former horse-and-carriage entrance leads into the pretty Hotel Alcántara, an 18th-century palace that was converted into a two-star hotel in 2001."
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