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Hotel Colon Gran Melia - The Leading hotel of the WorldvsHotel San Gil
Both properties are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Gran Melia Colon ranks significantly better than Hotel San Gil. Gran Melia Colon has a TripExpert Score of 85 with recommendations from 9 sources including Frommer's, Condé Nast Traveler and Fodor'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." 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
Hotel San Gil Frommer's Star Service
Lonely Planet Oyster
Calle Parras 28, 41002 Seville
From $62/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's "This landmark building from 1901...captures some of the colonial style of Old Seville...Near the historic Macarena Wall and the Santa Cruz barrio, the hotel has a rooftop swimming pool." Full review
Star Service "The location is convenient, within easy access of Seville's top sites, and there are a few good Flamenco bars in the neighborhood." Full review
Lonely Planet "San Gil's slightly out-of-the-way location is balanced by its proximity to the nightlife of the Alameda de Hércules... A tiled lobby fronts more modern rooms with large beds and ample space."
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range Hotel San Gil is a charming property located on the northern edge of the historic center of Seville." Full review
