To better answer the question of where to stay in Seville, it’s easier to begin with where not to stay. In short, avoid everything that is outside of the historic center.
Pretty much all of the things to do and see in Seville are located within this area and it is where you will undoubtedly want to be spending all of your time (with the exception perhaps of Triana, but we will get to that later).
TOP HOTELS IN SEVILLE CHEAP HOTELS HOTELS WITH POOLS HOTELS IN SANTA CRUZ APARTMENTS IN SEVILLETriana is the gypsy neighborhood full of flamenco tradition and tasty tapas bars. It’s located on the opposite side of the Guadalquivir River and was previously its own village before it was incorporated into the city. It’s a very charming and colorful barrio that still maintains its authenticity.
The downside is that it is separated from the rest of the historic center. You can count on about 15-20 minutes to get across the bridge and back to the old town. Although the walk is enjoyable, if you are staying in Seville for only a few days, we generally wouldn’t recommend Triana, just because of the extra time needed to get to the main things to see.
With that said, there are a few hotels in Triana that offer great value for your money.
Another part of Seville that offers an authentic experience is around the Alameda de Hercules in the northern part of the old town. The Alameda is the heart of local nightlife in Seville. It offers a huge selection of restaurants, bars and dance clubs. It’s a neighborhood that’s full of character with a bohemian vibe that’s away from the hordes of tourists.
Hotels in this area tend to be less expensive than those further south in the historic center. Alameda de Hercules is still very centrally located in Seville, but considering that there aren’t really any attractions in the area, it means you will have to do a fair amount more of walking to reach them.
The one place that Alameda is closer to however, is the Isla Magica theme/water park. So if you have kids and plan on visiting there, this neighborhood might be the perfect middle ground for your Seville escapade.
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