To truly experience Seville's incredible history, you can sleep in accommodations that channel the city's past. Our picks for the best historic mid-range hotels are set in historic buildings while still offering those unique elements in beautifully preserved buildings from the 17th to 19th centuries.

Hotel Gravina 51

Charming historic corners (Photo courtesy of Hotel Gravina 51)

Set in the El Arenal neighborhood, Hotel Gravina 51 features a converted 20th-century Andalusian mansion with a typical architectural design. The traditional inner courtyard patio with its restaurant is a highlight, with preserved royal-green tiling, brick, marble flooring, and column archways. During Spain's Golden Age in the 15th to 17th centuries, this district was where the city's uber-wealthy made their homes, so you'll find other elegant and historical details, such as wrought-iron balconies and doorways. 

We love this boutique hotel because all the rooms, even the most standard category, feel elegant. So no matter your budget, you can enjoy a comfortable space with stately decor. Of course, you can always upgrade your room, as some have private terraces and an option for two-bedroom apartments—perfect for families or small groups. Bathrooms feel a little small, but that might be because all have bathtub-shower combos and two sinks.

You'll find Hotel Gravina 51 just steps from Plaza Nueva, meaning you can walk to all the major sites (plus a few spots often overlooked by visitors). In just 10 minutes or less, you can visit the Muelle de la Sal on the waterfront, Plaza del Cabildo, the Catedral de Seville, or Puente de Triana. As a bonus, El Arenal and Triana districts are perfect for a tapear (tapas walk from bar to bar). Though, you can stay at the hotel for breakfast, which features a delicious breakfast buffet with 100% local products. Learn more

Corral del Rey

Beautiful rooms with historic charm (Photo courtesy of Corral del Rey)

Just around the corner from the Museo del Baile Flamenco, Corral del Rey is the perfect spot to experience the history of Seville. You'll be in a 17th-century building and within walking distance of nearly all the city sites, including the Iglesia de San Nicolás de Bari, Catedral de Seville, Royal Alcázar, and Plaza de España.

Corral del Rey ("King's Corral") maintains all the typical charms of an Andalusian house. You'll enter through two grand wooden doors and arrive at a beautiful inner courtyard with wooden and Roman marble columns, iron railings, stone archways, and Tarifa flooring. The hotel's rooftop terrace is perfect for hanging out at sunset. Grab a drink from the bar and relax in comfy lounge furniture on the sun deck. When hungry, you can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant/bar serving the daily breakfast buffet. 

The rooms are bright and welcoming, with an air of elegance, serene neutral tones, splashes of colorful textiles, and lots of warm wooden elements. All do a good job preserving the building's historic charm while staying a bit chic. Some rooms feature in-room soaking tubs or private terraces with pools, though the bathrooms could use an update overall. Learn more

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Boutique Hotel Casa del Poeta

Enjoy breakfast among the history (Photo courtesy of Boutique Hotel Casa del Poeta)

The "house of the poet," Boutique Hotel Casa del Poeta restored a 17th-century Sevillan manor estate to create its unique space of boutique rooms and apartments. The entire hotel offers a serene ambience with neutral tones and an art gallery. The owners perfectly preserved the property's original charm, and you can relax in the traditional inner courtyard with fountains, brick and tile flooring, wood-beamed ceilings, and stone columns and archways. Each floor features a wraparound balcony overlooking the courtyard, complete with fountains, rocking chairs, and lots of greenery.

Though some aspects of the standard room category could use a refresh, all units offer vintage and tranquil vibes. Enjoy historical details like wood flooring, coffered ceilings, and elegant vintage furnishings. Families might like the apartments or ​​duplex rooms with lofted sleeping areas. You can enjoy the daily breakfast buffet in the hotel's lovely dining area or outside on the lower terrace. You'll find another terrace on the rooftop (reserved for guests only), with incredible panoramic views of the city, with Santa Cruz Church, the Cathedral, and Giralda Tower on display. 

The hotel has an exceptional location in the heart of the historic center—slightly away from the busy sites and on a charming side street between two churches. From here, you can make your way to all the main attractions, like the Catedral de Seville, Royal Alcázar, Plaza de España, and the Jardines de Murillo. Learn more

Hotel Amadeus

Spacious, historic rooms (Photo courtesy of Hotel Amadeus)

Hotel Amadeus offers a lot of character, as it was once an 18th-century Sevillian mansion. Channeling Mozart, whose middle name was Amadeus, the hotel has a music theme and features walls of violins and historical details like wood-beamed ceilings and original tiling. The property restored the house's courtyard patios, and you can relax in these airy spaces with traditional Andalusian wall tiling, brick walls, vintage lighting, and wood-beamed ceilings. 

The rooms are bright and warm, with charming vintage furnishings and clean, modern bathrooms. Opt for the room with the terrace or a suite with lofted wood-beamed ceilings and in-room tubs for a bit more space and a few perks. Enjoy getting "lost" in all the lounges and common areas the hotel restored, or head up to the rooftop terrace for drinks, views of the Cathedral and Giralda, a saltwater pool (heated in the winter), and a hot tub. There's an on-site restaurant aptly called Cafetería Ópera, and you'll enjoy a daily breakfast buffet in its charming dining area.

The entrance to Hotel Amadeus is tucked away on a side street in Seville's Old Town maze, adding to its charm. You can easily walk to the must-see sites, with just five minutes getting you to the Catedral de Seville, 10 minutes to the Royal Alcázar, and 15 minutes to Plaza de España. You'll also find plenty of shops and eateries, and the Museo del Baile Flamenco is just five minutes away. Learn more

Hotel Casa 1800 Sevilla 

Warm rooms with historic charm (Photo courtesy of Hotel Casa 1800 Sevilla)

Set in a 19th-century mansion, Hotel Casa 1800 Seville preserved much of the building's original character, including its balconies, carpentry, shutters, coffered ceilings, domes, and frescoes, so you'll be sleeping among history. The rooms feature handmade furniture, wooden floors, and marble bathrooms. Upgraded units have chandeliers and private terraces with Jacuzzis, and some of the suites feel fit for a castle, though all the bathrooms could use a refresh.

Hotel Casa 1800 Seville puts you in the middle of all the action yet on a charming side street, so you get the best of both worlds. Just around the corner from the Cathedral, you'll be within walking distance of all the major sites, such as the Royal Alcázar and Plaza de España, plus numerous streets lined with shops and tapas bars.

Enjoy a daily breakfast buffet and complimentary afternoon tea; both served in a beautiful dining area or on the outdoor patio. The property's location makes the rooftop terrace the perfect place to relax, with incredible city views, plus a bar and outdoor pool. Learn more