FANCY cool pool vibes in a Spanish hot spot for food and culture? Sí, says senior writer Donna Smiley. In a prime spot opposite Santa Justa train station and a mere 15-minute drive from the airport, the Mediterranean-meets-Arabic interiors of this new hotel are gorgeous. An in-house florist adds to the chic boho vibe, plus you’re just a 20-minute stroll from Seville ’s historic centre and seconds from rustic neighbourhood bars, cafes and restaurants .
The powerful shower with luxe Codage toiletries, the huge French windows drenching the bedrooms in sunlight and the Picasso-inspired decor all impress. There are animal-print dressing gowns, hair straighteners and Nespresso coffee machines, too. A top-notch breakfast buffet, £22 per person, includes cooked-to-perfection eggs benedict and a barista bar whipping up specialist coffees.
The pool is also a win, surrounded by tropical palms and crochet umbrellas, and where a glass of white wine will only set you back £3.50. We’re also fans of the stylish cafe – cappuccinos are served in cute china cups and the massive, to-die-for almond and apple cake, £3, is made by award-winning bakery Manu Jara.
The outdoor swimming pool is pretty tiny for a 209-room hotel, so space for soaking up rays is limited. Get up early to join the Alone In The Alcázar: Exclusive Early Access Tour at the Royal Alcázar. You’ll wander around the stunning palace and gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where Game Of Thrones was filmed, befor.