If you and your partner are due to celebrate your wedding anniversary or simply fancy a relaxing break for a few days, there?s no need to head all the way to Paris for romance - the Andaluc?an city of Seville has bags of it!
Legend has it; Seville (or Sevilla as it?s spelt in Spanish) was founded by Hercules and began as home to the Tartessian civilization, as well as once being ruled by the Romans and Isbiliya with the Moors.
The city lies on the banks of the Guadalquivir River and is one of Europe?s largest historical centres, thanks to attractions such as the La Giralda cathedral, the Alcazar Palace and the Fine Arts museum, which holds Spain?s second largest collection.
Whether or not you?re looking to do this on a budget, Seville?s accommodation caters brilliantly for both ends of the scale and even some of the city?s cheaper hotels offer pretty courtyards and tasteful d?cor.
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Hotel Abanico?
Set in a typical 18th century house, the Hotel Abanico is situated in Seville?s historic centre and offers 22 traditional rooms with modern facilities. Guests can enjoy beverages at the hotel?s free coffee shop, located on its tiled patio. Double rooms start from 25 Euros per person
Hospes Las Casa del Rey de Baeza?
If you?re a lover of modern design, then you?re sure to be impressed by this minimalistic-style hotel. Many of the rooms boast sleek black tiled floors, white walls and pastel blue shutters as well as clean-line bathrooms. There?s also a rooftop swimming pool, bar, sun lounging areas and a shaded courtyard for cooling down and rooms start from around 180 Euros per night.
La Casa de la Juderia?
When love is in the air, there?s nowhere better to enjoy it than at this wonderfully romantic 17th century palace. Situated close to the majestic Cathedral of Seville as well as a wealth of other historic monuments, this beautifully restored stately home offers 118 traditional Andalucian style rooms, a central courtyard, piano bar and outdoor pool. Rooms start from around 106 Euros.