Hotel Colon Gran Melia - The Leading hotel of the WorldvsHotel Amadeus
Both hotels are highly recommended by experts. On balance, Hotel Amadeus ranks slightly higher than Gran Melia Colon. Hotel Amadeus is ranked #4 in Seville with approval from 8 publications like EuroCheapo, Oyster and The Telegraph.
Hotel Colon Gran Melia - The Leading hotel of the World
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
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." Full review
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." 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 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." Full review
Hotel Amadeus
Calle Farnesio 6 y calle San Jose, 10, Barrio de Santa Cruz, 41004 Seville
From $91/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Multilingual
Fodor's
"With pianos in some of the soundproof rooms... and regular classical concerts, this acoustic oasis is ideal for touring professional musicians and music fans in general." Full review
Rough Guide
Star
"Welcoming hotel housed in an eighteenth-century casa señorial and owned by an aficionada of the great composer."
Michelin Guide
"A family of musicians converted this typically Sevillan house with courtyard in the heart of the Santa Cruz district into a delightful small hotel."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Just when you thought you could never find hotels with pianos in the rooms anymore, along came Hotel Amadeus." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A wonderfully idiosyncratic, family-run hotel in an 18th-century townhouse just a short walk away from the Cathedral and Alcázar Palace." Full review
EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"Rock us, Amadeus! Housed in an 18th-century mansion, the three-star Hotel Amadeus is a great place for musicians (and music lovers) to hang their hats and rosin up their bows." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"This three-pearl, 30-room boutique hotel is housed in an 18th-century townhouse in Seville's Santa Cruz neighborhood." Full review
Frommer's
"Seville has long been linked with music, especially opera, and both fans and musicians in town for performances find a perfect romantic retreat at this hotel dedicated to both music and Mozart." Full review
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Request one of the dozen or so rooms in the main building, since they are more traditional and more comfortable.
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This delightful hotel charms with its ceramic-tiled lobby, period furniture and collection of musical instruments...rooms, named after composers, are equally stylish, and there's a small rooftop" Full review
Independent
"The eccentric Hotel Amadeus provides a comfortable stay near the historic centre, less than half a mile from Seville’s main attractions"
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