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Hotel Alfonso XIII, a Luxury Collection Hotel, SevillevsHotel Colon Gran Melia - The Leading hotel of the World
Both hotels are rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Hotel Alfonso XIII, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Seville scores significantly higher than Gran Melia Colon. Hotel Alfonso XIII, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Seville is ranked #1 in Seville with recommendations from 14 reviewers like Oyster, Fodor's and Gayot.
Hotel Alfonso XIII, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Seville
Frommer's
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness
Gayot
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
Michelin Guide
Jetsetter Show All Reviews
Calle San Fernando 2, 41004 Seville
From $213/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's "This splendid palace dwarfs the competition, and is now a Westin hotel." Full review
Insight Guides "Opened by King Alfonso XIII in 1929, this imposing hotel in Seville's city centre is set in its own lovely gardens and epitomises Sevillian style and luxury."
DK Eyewitness "A landmark building since 1928, this hotel is a fine display of Mudejar architecture. Rooms are sumptuously decorated with authentic antiques and luxurious silks and linens."
Gayot "Commissioned by the king of Spain in 1928 to be Europe's most luxurious hotel, Hotel Alfonso XIII has served royal families, heads of state and celebrities since its inception."
Fodor's "This grand hotel is a splendid, historic, Mudejar-style palace... classic meets modern throughout." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler94.2
"In an "unbelievable location" near the Giralda tower and the Cathedral, this Andalusian palace is designed with square towers, Renaissance-style windows, and Triana ceramics." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Now that the traffic-clogged streets once isolating the hotel have been converted into pedestrian walkways, the property feels like your very own private oasis in this romantic city." Full review
Afar Magazine "If you are in Spain and looking to live like royalty the Hotel Alfonso XIII located in Sevilla is the place to stay." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"This famous five-star hotel built for the Ibero-American Exhibition of 1929 is in the regional style, with the neo-Mudejar features in fashion at the time." Full review
Jetsetter "Landmark hotel with an impressive pedigree, a stellar location, and Andalusian glamor to spare." Full review
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." Full review
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." Full review
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." Full review
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." Full review
OysterLuxury
"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." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"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." Full review
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." Full review
U.S. News & World Report4.0
"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." Full review
