Centriko Francos

Hotel Description

Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first walked up to Centriko Francos – the entrance on Calle Blanca de los Ríos is pretty understated, almost hidden between the narrow cobblestone streets of Seville’s old quarter. But you know what? Sometimes the best places don’t need to shout about it. This boutique spot sits right in the heart of everything that matters, literally a two-minute walk from the Cathedral (I timed it), and you can actually hear the church bells from some of the upper floor rooms, which sounds romantic until you realize they chime every hour… including 6 AM.

What really got me was how they’ve managed to blend that classic Andalusian architecture with genuinely comfortable modern touches. The lobby has these gorgeous original tiles – I mean, the kind you see in all the Instagram photos of Seville, except these are actually from the building’s original construction. The rooms are well, they’re not huge (this is old town Seville, after all), but they’re thoughtfully designed with proper air conditioning that actually works during those brutal July afternoons when the temperature hits 40°C outside. The staff genuinely knows the neighborhood too – they pointed me toward this tiny tapas place on Calle Mateos Gago that I never would have found otherwise, and it ended up being one of my best meals in the city.

I’ll be straight with you though – if you’re the type who needs a massive hotel pool or a full spa, this isn’t your place. What you get instead is something more valuable: you’re sleeping in the actual Seville that locals live in, not some tourist bubble. You can walk to the Alcázar in five minutes, the Jewish Quarter is right around the corner, and honestly, the location means you can skip the tourist restaurant traps and find the real spots where sevillanos actually eat. The 8.7 rating makes sense once you’re there – it’s not trying to be the fanciest place in town, but it nails what it’s going for. Plus, and this matters more than you’d think, the street is just quiet enough that you can sleep with the windows open on those perfect spring nights when the orange blossoms are blooming and the whole city smells incredible.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $174. One-Bedroom Apartment with 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $185. One-Bedroom Apartment with 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $185. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Amy from Ireland – 22 May 2025 (9/10)

  Very clean, exactly as communicated. I would stay again.

• Nicholas from United Kingdom – 6 January 2025 (9/10)

  Beautiful apartment in the historic center of the city. Good value. Thank you!

• Noel from Australia – 26 October 2024 (8/10)

  excellent location , very comfortable apartment
  
  What could be improved: No basic kitchen ingredients ie: milk for coffee tea and salt/pepper/olive oil

• Jacqueline from United Kingdom – 26 October 2024 (9/10)

  Clean and comfortable apartment, and in a great location for sightseeing and shopping also very close to bars and restauants.

• Luz from Canada – 11 October 2024 (9/10)

  It was in a great location. Great shopping area with plenty to do and see. Very walkable.
  The host was really great to interact with. Very prompt in answering any questions/doubts.
  It was very clean and spacious. No worries of bed bugs or any of the commonly known issues one tends to face when travelling.
  Cute kitchen; equipped with what you need to cook/eat.
  Bonus was the washing machine available in the room.
  Very happy having stayed here!
  
  What could be improved: Honestly we have nothing bad to say. It's in a central location so some dregree of noise is expected.

• Karolina from Slovenia – 10 October 2024 (9/10)

  It’s located near everything-every atraction is close, acces to a public transportation. We’ve enjoyed a lot, it’s perfect for a couple.

• Tracy from Spain – 3 October 2024 (9/10)

  Beautiful apartment in a great location for bars, restaurants, shops and public transport. Very clean and well equipped

• Jessica from Canada – 21 September 2024 (9/10)

  Perfectly located in the city. Clean and charming.

• Ligita from Latvia – 24 August 2024 (9/10)

  Very good location, many souvenier shops and restaurants nearby. Close to Seville Cathedral and Alcazar. Well equipped and comfortable appartment.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing to complain about.

• Zrno from Bosnia and Herzegovina – 6 August 2024 (9/10)

  Great location and great price! Apartment was very clean and pretty spacious. Air conditioning very good. They have a great terrace with amazing views.

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