Azahar Catedral Boutique

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Azahar Catedral Boutique? The moment you step off Calle Abades, you’re basically in the heart of everything that makes Seville magical, but somehow this place manages to feel like a quiet refuge from all the tourist chaos. I mean, you’re literally a two-minute walk from the Cathedral – and I’m talking about the actual Gothic monster that dominates the skyline, not some random church – but once you’re inside, the noise just melts away. The building itself has that authentic Sevillan charm that so many hotels try to fake; thick walls, beautiful tilework, and those gorgeous interior courtyards that actually serve a purpose beyond looking pretty on Instagram (though they definitely do that too).

What really sets this boutique apart is how the staff seems to genuinely get what travelers need. Check-in was refreshingly smooth – no hovering around the lobby at 2 PM wondering if your room might be ready. The concierge actually knows the neighborhood, not just the tourist traps, so when I asked about where locals eat dinner, she pointed me toward a tiny tapas place on Calle Mateos Gago that I never would’ve found otherwise. The rooms themselves are thoughtfully designed – I stayed in one facing the interior courtyard, which meant blissful quiet at night despite being in the absolute center of the old town. Fair warning though: if you’re driving, parking in this area is basically a nightmare, but honestly, you won’t need a car once you’re here anyway.

Here’s the thing about staying right in Seville’s old town – you’re either going to love being steps away from everything or you’ll feel overwhelmed by the constant activity. This hotel hits that sweet spot where you can dive into the madness of Holy Week processions or late-night flamenco bars, then retreat to somewhere that feels genuinely peaceful. The 8.8 rating makes sense when you experience it; it’s not trying to be a luxury palace, but everything they do, they do really well. The breakfast setup overlooks that gorgeous courtyard, and there’s something almost therapeutic about starting your day there before heading out to battle the crowds at the Alcázar (pro tip: book your Alcázar tickets in advance, seriously). The location means you’ll hear church bells throughout the day – which sounds annoying but is actually kind of wonderful once you get used to it. If you’re the type who appreciates authentic atmosphere over generic luxury, and you want to feel like you’re actually staying in historic Seville rather than just visiting it, this place delivers in all the ways that matter.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $139. Three-Bedroom Apartment with View with 2 × 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 3

Reviews

• Ksenia from Russia – 3 June 2025 (9/10)

  Perfect location, apartment with very smart equipment including kitchen stuff. All photos are real) and exceed our expectations. Its good for FAM/friends due to separate bedrooms.
  
  What could be improved: –

• Anonymous from United Kingdom – 20 May 2025 (9/10)

  The property itself situated very close to city centre, a perfect place and very welcoming.
  
  What could be improved: Everything

• Patrick from France – 28 April 2025 (8/10)

  Emplacement, la propreté et la terrasse
  
  What could be improved: Manque de luminosité

• Anonymous from Spain – 9 June 2025 (7/10)

  Localización
  
  What could be improved: Pedí tres dormitorios que luego resultó que solo habia 2 dormitorios, un sofá de 80/90 quitando los cojines y no había sábanas para el sofá
  Llame al número de contacto que me indicaron que booking lo tenía mal en la pág.
  la terraza q está en el último piso está vacía.

• Fatima from Morocco – 3 June 2025 (9/10)

• Mercedes from Spain – 4 May 2025 (9/10)

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