New and charming in San Lorenzo neighbourhood

Hotel Description

Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first walked down Calle Cantabria – it’s one of those narrow streets in San Lorenzo that feels completely removed from the tourist chaos, even though you’re literally minutes from the Cathedral. But this little place genuinely surprised me in the best way possible.

The thing about San Lorenzo is that it’s where actual sevillanos live and work, you know? You’ll hear kids playing football in the small plazas early evening, and there’s this incredible bakery about two blocks down that locals queue up at every morning (I mean, the smell of fresh bread literally drifts down the street). The hotel itself feels like someone took a traditional Andalusian house and updated it without losing any of the character – those gorgeous tiled floors are original, I’m pretty sure, and the courtyard has that perfect mix of old charm and modern comfort. Actually, sitting in that courtyard around 7 PM with a drink is pretty much perfect – you get this lovely golden light filtering through, and it’s quiet enough to actually have a conversation.

What really struck me was how the staff seemed to genuinely know the neighborhood. When I asked about dinner recommendations, they didn’t just hand me a tourist map – they walked me outside and pointed to specific places, like this tiny tapas bar on Calle Resolana where the jamón is incredible, or the weekend market that happens just a few streets over. The rooms themselves are thoughtfully done – not huge, but everything works properly (which, let’s be honest, isn’t always a given in historic buildings), and the beds are actually comfortable. I stayed on the street side and worried about noise, but San Lorenzo isn’t exactly party central, so it was surprisingly peaceful. The only sounds were occasional footsteps and maybe some late-night conversations drifting up from the bars, which felt more atmospheric than disruptive.

You know what really sealed it for me though? It’s the little details that show someone actually cares about this place. Fresh flowers in the common areas, really good coffee in the morning, and – this might sound silly – but the towels actually felt nice, not like those scratchy things you get at most places. Plus, you’re close enough to walk to all the major sights (the Alcázar is maybe fifteen minutes on foot), but you’re staying somewhere that feels authentically Sevillian rather than like a tourist bubble. I’d definitely come back, especially during spring when you could spend serious time in that courtyard. It’s the kind of place that makes you feel like you’re discovering something special, even though plenty of smart travelers have clearly figured it out already.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $88. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Ingrid from Belgium – 12 April 2025 (9/10)

  Zeer hygiënisch en mooi appartement. Enkel jammer dat de restaurants en pleinen in de buurt niet zo gezellig waren en we verder weg van accomodatie moesten wandelen om gezellig en lekker te kunnen eten. Voor de rest top 👍

• Rudyvh from Belgium – 11 November 2024 (8/10)

  Locatie is top, op wandelafstand van het centrum en leuke pleintjes. Op de hoek van de straat lekker tapasrestaurantje. De host kwam de sleutels brengen en gaf ons verschillende tips voor restaurants, evenementen en bars.
  
  What could be improved: Er was een lek in op de patio waardoor het heel de nacht druppelde, doorgegeven aan de host en de dag erna was het euvel wel direct hersteld.

• Winifred from Ireland – 4 January 2025 (8/10)

• Mariana from Argentina – 6 April 2025 (9/10)

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