A 5 minutos de la Catedral, la Giralda y la Maestranza, Sevilla centro

Hotel Description

You know that moment when you find a place that just gets it right? That’s exactly what happened when I stayed at this spot on Calle Donoso Cortés. The name’s a mouthful – “A 5 minutos de la Catedral” and all that – but honestly, they’re not kidding about the location. I timed it myself: four minutes to the Cathedral if you walk at a normal pace, maybe six if you’re stopping to gawk at the architecture (which, let’s be real, you will be).

What struck me first was how the building itself feels like it belongs in this neighborhood. It’s tucked into the old town in a way that doesn’t scream “tourist hotel,” which I really appreciated. The street’s narrow – typical Sevilla centro style – so don’t expect to pull right up with a rental car. There’s actually a small parking situation a couple blocks over near Plaza del Salvador that locals use, though the hotel staff will point you toward the official lots if you prefer. The reception area has this warm, lived-in feeling rather than that sterile modern hotel vibe. Check-in was smooth, and the person helping me actually knew the neighborhood well enough to suggest the best time to hit the Giralda (early morning, before the tour groups descend).

The rooms are what you’d hope for from a solid 4-star place – comfortable without being flashy, with those thick walls that actually keep the street noise down. And trust me, that matters when you’re this close to the action. I could hear the cathedral bells marking the hours, which was charming rather than annoying. The whole area comes alive in the evenings – you’ll catch the sound of people heading to tapas bars and the occasional flamenco guitar drifting up from street level. What really sold me was stepping out the front door and being able to walk to the Maestranza bullring in about five minutes, then circle back through the Santa Cruz neighborhood without ever feeling like I was in some touristy bubble. The Alameda de Hércules is an easy stroll too, which is where you’ll find locals hanging out rather than just visitors. I mean, staying here, you’re genuinely in the mix of things – close enough to duck back for a siesta (which you absolutely should do in Sevilla) but right there when the city wakes up again around sunset. The 8.6 rating makes sense when you experience it – it’s the kind of place that delivers on what it promises without any nasty surprises.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $162. Loft with 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Fulvia from Italy – 13 June 2025 (8/10)

  La posizione è ottima.

• Silvia from Spain – 2 June 2024 (9/10)

  El apartamento es tal como se ve en las fotos . La ubicación es lo mejor. Repetiría sin dudarlo

• Kamal from Morocco – 14 April 2024 (8/10)

  Équipement déco propre bien situé. Équipement complet. Espace. Moderne. Literie confortable. Collé à plaza de Toros. Et proximité de tous les bars typiques
  
  What could be improved: L absence de contact direct avec la propriétaire. Tout se fait par message via l application. C'est froid..
  Absence de fenêtre accessible ou balcon.
  Escaliers dangereux pour monter à la chambre à coucher. Risque de chute

• Javier from Spain – 1 July 2023 (8/10)

• Xavier from Spain – 5 April 2023 (9/10)

• Roberta from Italy – 7 May 2025 (8/10)

• Muriel from France – 5 May 2025 (9/10)

• José from Spain – 10 December 2024 (9/10)

• Carlos from Spain – 10 November 2024 (8/10)

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