Hotel Colon Gran Melia - The Leading hotel of the WorldvsCoolRooms Palacio de Villapanes
Gran Melia Colon and Hotel Palacio de Villapanes are both rated highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Gran Melia Colon scores marginally higher than Hotel Palacio de Villapanes. Gran Melia Colon has a TripExpert Score of 85 with recommendations from 9 reviews including Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure 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
CoolRooms Palacio de Villapanes
Santiago 31, 41003 Seville
From $193/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"Seville is awash in converted palaces, but Palacio Villapanés is easily the most impressive."
Lonely Planet
"Its rooms are large, light and comfortable, and its prices are extremely reasonable."
Jetsetter
"Hotel Palacio de Villapanes is in the heart of Seville, walking distance from Pilate's House and San Leandro Convent." Full review
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For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request) and a cruise ship terminal shuttle.
Star Service
"Residing in one of Seville's most charming neighborhoods... this top-tier boutique-hotel brings high-style and stellar service standards into this historic neighborhood." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Some hotels ooze class, and this grand, former 18th-century palacio feels every inch the Andalusian palace it is." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Beneath a classic exterior lies a contemporary sunny courtyard and an all-white minimal restaurant surrounded by stone vaults." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"A recent addition to the Small Luxury Hotels portfolio, the entrance through the courtyard patio of the 18th century Palacio de Vilapanés is a Mudéjar masterpiece befitting a Marquis." Full review
Frommer's
"The Villapanés is pretty impressive. It's housed in a classic Sevillian palace house...the hotel also has a small spa with steam rooms and sauna," Full review
Michelin Guide
"Historical authenticity meets contemporary style, not just in the fifty guest rooms but in the restaurant as well, where local ingredients and traditional Andalusian specialties are crafted" Full review