Planning a trip to Seville and wondering where to base yourself? We’ve made it easy with our quick guide to accommodation in Seville. Find the right neighbourhood in Andalucía’s beautiful capital.
The thing we love most about Seville is that it perfectly balances grand monuments with intimate, lived-in barrios.
You’ll find all the Andalusian charm: squares lined with orange trees, Moorish palaces, corner bars and flamenco joints, as well as local streets, gritty from day-to-day life.
Some neighbourhoods are full of tourist energy, while others feel wonderfully untouched, with laundry hanging from wrought-iron balconies and elderly Sevillians yelling at each other across their windows.
Seville is a compact city, so in many ways it doesn’t matter too much where you are staying; you can generally get to most big attractions within 20 minutes.
But it’s nice to find an area that gives you the experience you’re looking for.
In this guide, we’ll break down the best areas in Seville based on the type of stay you’re looking for, along with our top accommodation picks in each area.
QUICK RECOMMENDATIONS
- Best for First-Time Visitors: Santa Cruz or Centro
- Best for Nightlife: Alameda de Hércules or Triana
- Best for Authentic Atmosphere: Triana
- Best for Foodie Culture: Triana or Alameda
MAP: NEIGHBOURHOODS & HOTELS IN SEVILLE
All the hotels we have recommended in this guide are on the map below to give you an idea of where the neighbourhoods are in relation to each other.
The centre of Seville is compact, so there is a bit of overlap between the areas.
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WHERE TO STAY IN SEVILLE
1. SANTA CRUZ (BEST FOR FIRST-TIME VISITORS)
If it’s your first time in Seville and you want to be near the city’s most iconic sights, Santa Cruz is the obvious choice.
This is Seville’s former Jewish quarter, a labyrinth of narrow streets, lovely plazas, and whitewashed houses draped in bougainvillea.
Stay here, and you’ll be walking distance from the Cathedral, Giralda tower, and Alcázar—three of Spain’s most magnificent monuments.
The maze-like streets are deliberately confusing (they were designed that way for defence), which adds to the charm.
The downside is that Santa Cruz is Seville’s most touristy neighbourhood. Expect crowds during the day, and prices that reflect the prime location. It can also feel a bit sterile in the evenings when day-trippers leave, and residents are scarce.
OUR SANTA CRUZ HOTEL RECOMMENDATIONS
Hotel Amadeus (€€€€) – A music-themed boutique hotel in an 18th-century mansion. Rooms are elegant and soundproofed, and there’s a lovely rooftop terrace; several rooms even have pianos.
Casa de Colón (€€€) – This charming hotel occupies a traditional Sevillian house with a beautiful central patio, close to the Cathedral. Rooms blend historic character with modern comfort.
Hotel Murillo (€€€) – A classic choice in the heart of Santa Cruz with traditional Andalusian décor, a rooftop terrace, and a prime location near the Alcázar and Seville Cathedral.
Pension San Pancracio (€€) – Excellent value for Santa Cruz. This family-run guesthouse offers simple, spotless rooms in a characterful building with a traditional tiled patio, a short walk from the main sights.
2. TRIANA (BEST FOR AUTHENTIC ATMOSPHERE)
Triana is a historic gypsy quarter, across the Guadalquivir River from the historic centre, where flamenco was born.
This neighbourhood feels genuinely local, with no-frills tapas bars, a very local market, Mercado de Triana, and intimate flamenco venues.
Locals joke that crossing the Triana bridge is like entering another city.
Traditional tiles have been crafted in Triana for centuries, and you’ll find several ceramic shops and fantastic tapas bars along Calle Betis with river views.
The main downside is that you’ll need to cross the bridge to reach the Cathedral and Alcázar, though it’s only a 10-15 minute walk. There are also fewer hotel options compared to more central areas.
OUR TRIANA HOTEL RECOMMENDATIONS
Hotel Monte Triana (€€€) – A modern hotel near the Isabel II Bridge with a rooftop pool and views across the river to the old town. Comfortable rooms and excellent service.
Triana Backpackers (€€) – Social hostel in the heart of Triana with both dorms and private rooms. The terrace overlooking the neighbourhood is great for meeting other travellers.
Hotel Ribera de Triana (€€€) – Contemporary hotel right on the river with stunning views and a rooftop pool overlooking the Guadalquivir. Sleek modern rooms and a handy location for Triana’s tapas bars and walking into the centre.
3. CENTRO / ARENAL (BEST FOR PROXIMITY TO EVERYTHING)
Centro and Arenal sit between Santa Cruz and the river, with easy access to major sights but with fewer tourists than the Jewish quarter.
This area includes the commercial heart of Seville—Calle Sierpes for shopping, Plaza Nueva for civic life, and the bullring (Plaza de Toros de la Maestranza).
It’s a great middle ground: central, well-connected, with plenty of restaurants and shops, but slightly more lived-in than Santa Cruz.
The architecture here is grand rather than quaint, with wider streets and elegant buildings from Seville’s prosperous past.
OUR CENTRO/EL ARENAL HOTEL RECOMMENDATIONS
Hotel Alfonso XIII (€€€€€) – Seville’s most legendary hotel, built for the 1929 Ibero-American Exhibition. The Neo-Mudéjar architecture is breathtaking, and staying here is an experience in itself.
Hotel Inglaterra (€€€) – A beautiful building on Plaza Nueva with classic Sevillian elegance. The rooftop terrace offers stunning views of the Giralda.
Hotel Adriano (€€€) – Well-located near the bullring with comfortable, contemporary rooms in an 18th-century townhouse. Good value for the location.
Mylu Suites by Puerta Catedral (€€) – Modern aparthotel-style suites offering spacious studios and apartments with kitchens just steps from the Cathedral. Rooftop pool and prime location near the Alcázar and Giralda.
4. ALAMEDA DE HÉRCULES (BEST FOR NIGHTLIFE & BOHEMIAN VIBES)
Alameda is Seville’s alternative neighbourhood, a long rectangular plaza lined with bars, cafés, and restaurants that comes alive after dark.
The atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious, with vintage shops, craft beer bars, international restaurants, and some of Seville’s best live music venues.
By day, the Alameda feels quiet and residential. By night, it transforms into the city’s social hub, especially on weekends when the plaza fills with people drinking on the terraces.
It’s a bit grittier than the polished historic centre, but that’s part of the appeal. This is where you’ll experience contemporary Seville rather than tourist Seville.
The neighbourhood has gentrified significantly in recent years, though it still retains an edgy character, particularly in the northern sections.
OUR ALAMEDA HOTEL RECOMMENDATIONS
Hospes Las Casas del Rey de Baeza (€€€€) – An exquisite five-star hotel in an 18th-century palace near the Alameda. The attention to detail is remarkable, from the rooftop pool to the gourmet restaurant.
Joy Plaza de Armas Hostal (€€) – One of Europe’s best-rated hostels, with a huge pool, multiple terraces, and a social atmosphere. Both dorms and private rooms are available.
H10 Corregidor (€€€) – A charming boutique hotel built around a beautiful Andalusian courtyard with a fountain and tiles from the 1929 World’s Fair.
Hotel One Shot Conde Torrejón (€€€€) – A stunning 4-star boutique hotel set in a restored 16th-century baroque palace. The building retains original Mudéjar arches and coffered ceilings.
5. MACARENA (BEST FOR BUDGET TRAVELLERS & LOCAL LIFE)
Macarena sits just north of the city centre, named after the baroque basilica that houses Seville’s most beloved Virgin statue.
This traditionally working-class neighbourhood offers authentic local life at budget-friendly prices. You’ll find the old Moorish walls here, traditional corner bars, and residential streets where tourists are rare.
It’s less polished than the historic centre, but it’s a good option if you’re looking for something at a more affordable price bracket.
The neighbourhood borders the historic centre, so you’re still only a 10-15 minute walk from major sights, but accommodation and restaurants cost significantly less.
OUR MACARENA HOTEL RECOMMENDATIONS
Exe Sevilla Macarena (€€€) – A large, modern hotel opposite the Macarena Basilica with 331 rooms set around a traditional Sevillian courtyard. Features a rooftop pool with panoramic city views.
Hotel Porcel Torneo (€€€) – A contemporary 4-star hotel near the Guadalquivir River with minimalist design and comfortable rooms.
Arco Macarena Lofts (€€) – Spacious loft-style apartments with full kitchens and modern design. Perfect for longer stays or families wanting more space and self-catering facilities.
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