Saber Viajar

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Saber Viajar? The name literally means “know how to travel” in Spanish, and honestly, whoever runs this place actually gets it. I mean, they’ve tucked this 4-star gem right into Calle Alhondiga in Seville’s old town – and if you know anything about that area, you’ll understand why that’s kind of brilliant. You’re basically living inside the postcard version of Andalusia, but without feeling like you’re trapped in some tourist bubble.

The thing about staying in Seville’s old town is that most hotels either go full tourist trap or they’re so “authentic” you’re basically camping with better sheets. Saber Viajar sort of threads that needle perfectly. The building itself has that worn-smooth stone look you get in this part of Spain, where centuries of footsteps have polished everything to this gorgeous patina. Walking back from dinner (and you’ll be walking everywhere from here – the Cathedral’s practically around the corner, and don’t get me started on how close you are to the best tapas joints), there’s something really satisfying about slipping through these narrow streets while everyone else is still figuring out their Metro cards.

The rooms are what I’d call “smart comfortable” – they’ve clearly thought about what actually matters when you’re exhausted from wandering around cobblestones all day. Good blackout curtains (crucial when those Spanish summers stretch daylight until nearly 10 PM), decent water pressure, and – this might sound weird but trust me – really solid Wi-Fi. I’ve stayed in fancier places in Seville where the internet was basically decorative. The 8.1 rating makes sense to me; it’s not trying to be the Ritz, but everything works the way it should, and the staff actually knows the neighborhood. Like, when I asked about parking (because driving in old town Seville is basically a blood sport), they didn’t just hand me a map – they walked me through the actual strategy of where to ditch the car and when the restrictions lift.

What really won me over, though, was how the place handles that classic Seville rhythm. You know how the city basically shuts down from 2 to 5 PM, then comes alive again until midnight? Most hotels fight against that flow, but Saber Viajar just rolls with it. Quiet during siesta hours, then this gentle buzz in the evenings when everyone’s heading out for their paseo. The location means you’re hearing church bells instead of traffic, and there’s something about waking up to that sound that makes you feel like you’re actually in Spain, not just visiting it.

Is it perfect? Well, like most old town places, the rooms aren’t huge, and if you’re the type who needs a pool and a fitness center, look elsewhere. But if you want to fall asleep to the sound of people chatting in the street below and wake up two minutes from the best churros in Andalusia – honestly, I can’t think of anywhere I’d rather stay in Seville.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $129. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 3
• Estimated price from: $159. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Akshay from Sweden – 17 May 2025 (9/10)

  The location and the host

• Alfred from Romania – 26 May 2025 (9/10)

  Excellent location, in the heart of the historic center of Sevilla.
  Clean, good facilities, restaurants, cafes, bars, supermarkets accessible in minutes.
  Very friendly and helpful hosts.

• Swieb from Netherlands – 16 January 2025 (8/10)

  What could be improved: The front door was a bit difficult to open.

• Heather from United Kingdom – 15 November 2024 (8/10)

  great location in old town, near to bars & shops
  
  What could be improved: apartment is quite dark but will be advantage in summer

• Gabi from Hungary – 28 October 2024 (8/10)

  It is comletely in the center, very good location
  
  What could be improved: It was very loud at night

• Joseph from Ireland – 12 June 2025 (9/10)

  Great location, only minutes walk from the main attractions and restaurants.

• Huixia from China – 27 January 2025 (9/10)

  Very nice house,close to all we want to visit,clean and cozy

• Baha from Germany – 16 February 2025 (5/10)

  The apartment is in a very central location, making it easy to walk to the city center
  
  What could be improved: The apartment is clean but quite old at the same time, and some doors do not function properly

• Maryna from Portugal – 16 June 2025 (8/10)

  Кава з ранку була в самий раз! Цікаве рішення з зеркалами – здається, що є вікно і кімнати збільшуються; немає відчуття замкненого простору у спальні завдяки дзеркалу!

• Paula from Spain – 16 June 2025 (9/10)

  Excelente ubicación e instalaciones.
  El apartamento esta limpio , camas cómodas y con todo lo necesario.

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