Hotel Posada del Lucero

This sharp little hotel manages to blend modern design with traditional period elements. Housed in a nationally listed 16th-century building, everything is centered around the original Andalusian courtyard, with stone columns and arches, potted plants, and sleek, modern seating. Contemporary dark wood panelling and glossy marble floors are combined with traditional features like restored oak doors, exposed period stonework, Moroccan-style lanterns, and Moorish mosaic details. The hotel has a quiet and relaxed atmosphere, even if it's a little sterile, mostly attracting couples, families, and solo travelers. Some guests gather in the courtyard throughout the day, sipping on cocktails from the bar or taking advantage of the free afternoon buffet, while others cool off in the rooftop pool after a long day exploring the city. Seville can be quite hot in the summer, after all. 

The hotel has a convenient central location on Calle Almirante Apodaca, a few minutes' walk from the impressive Metropol Parasol Building in Plaza de la Encarnacion. Most important sights and attractions are within a 15-minute walk from the hotel, such as the famous Seville Cathedral, Alcazar Palace, and the Museum of Fine Arts. Two of Seville's most popular shopping streets, Calle Sierpes and Calle Tetuan, are both a 10-minute walk away. Travelers should note parking is near impossible in the center of Seville, so it's much more convenient to get around by foot or public transportation. There's a bus station just around the corner from the hotel, and Santa Justa Train Station is a 15-minute walk. Seville Airport is roughly a 20-minute drive. 

All 38 guest rooms have been designed around the hotel's breezy central courtyard. They're decorated in a contemporary, minimalist style with white walls, sleek marble floors, and modern dark wood furniture. There are a few different room types available, ranging from smaller Standard Rooms to larger Superior Rooms and Suites, which add free robes, separate living spaces, and exposed rustic stonework. All rooms include flat-screen TVs, fully-stocked minibars, coffeemakers, phones, safes, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. High windows with flowing drapes flood rooms with natural light, creating a light and airy feel. Some rooms add street-facing balconies, offering great views over Calle Almirante Apodaca. Bathrooms are modern and clean, with granite tiles, rainfall shower/tub combos, bidets, and free hotel branded toiletries. Guests should note that street-facing rooms can be noisier, so light sleepers may prefer rooms at the back of the hotel. 

One of the hotel's highlights is the small seasonal rooftop pool, surrounded by wooden decking, reclining sun loungers, and umbrellas. Another is the hotel's restaurant and bar, El Guardanes. Tapas and light fare is served in an elegant setting, but there's no full dinner menu. A generous breakfast buffet is served here daily for a fee, consisting of fresh fruits, yoghurt, cereals, pastries, cooked food, Nespresso coffee, and even bubbly. The hotel serves a free afternoon snack buffet for guests in the central courtyard, which is a nice extra touch as many local eateries are closed during the afternoon. Other services include a 24-hour front desk, concierge, room service (though hours are limited), car rental, laundry, and dry cleaning. Free daily newspapers are available in the lobby, and Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. There's no in-site parking, but public parking is available in the local area for a fee.