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Jerez - 60 Miles , Huelva - 40 Miles , Malaga - 130 Miles , Cordoba - 90 Miles , Granada - 155 Miles
Among Seville ’ s most popular attractions , the five-star Hotel Alfonso XIII is a landmark in its own right , and an exquisite example of Andalucian architecture and design . Vast and ostentatious inside and out , this 1929 structure recreates the spirit of colonial excess with divine Moorish elements contrasting old-world Spanish features . Columns , arches and vivid touches of colour create an exotic elegance , while the surrounding gardens are filled with terraces and an outdoor swimming pool shaded by palm trees . These grounds offer great space and light to evoke a sense of removal from the hotel ’ s urban location . Dine in style in San Fernando Restaurant , where vast windows cast the dining room in a sunny glow and take in inner courtyard views . Here , the dining experience is a sensory one , filled with the flavours of the Mediterranean which have been innovatively handled by Chef Carles Gasso . The stylish American Bar is for afterhours beverages accompanied by live jazz music on Friday afternoons and evenings . Be enchanted as you climb the intricately decorated stairwell ; all marble underfoot , authentic dark wood Spanish beams above and Portuguese-style wall tiles in between . A gilded lantern hangs in the midst . Having been modernised in 2012 , rooms and suites show ancient inspirations in a modern way , with elaborate patterns inscribed into wall mouldings , soft furnishings and rugs . A luxurious city centre foothold , Hotel Alfonso XIII immerses guests in Seville ’ s rich cultural heritage for an all-encompassing city stay .
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Lobby of Hotel Alfonso XIII
HOTEL ALFONSO XIII EXH1532 Best for : Short stays Official category : Five star Open : All year Location : Opposite the Royal Alcazar of Seville . Airports : Seville 7 miles , Malaga 129 miles Train stations : Sevilla-Santa Justa 1 mile Own transport needed : No Multi-centre suggestions : Cordoba or Granada for a cultural break , or relax with a rural or beach stay .
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THE HOTEL Accommodation : 151 rooms and suites with air conditioning , satellite LCD TV , cordless phone , alarm clock , minibar , safe , maid service , turndown service , wakeup service , Wi-Fi . Facilities : Restaurant , Bar , Outdoor swimming pool ( April to September ), Fitness centre , In-room dining , Laundry , Luggage storage , Beauty salon , 24-hour front desk , Valet parking , Wi-Fi , Business centre . |
Castilian guestroom , Hotel Alfonso XIII
THE LOCAL AREA Local interest : Alcazar of Seville , Plaza de Espana , Seville Cathedral , Real Maestranza bullring Activities nearby : Golf
PRICES Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights with British Airways London to Seville and bed and breakfast We can offer almost all other airlines that operate flights from any airport in the UK . Prices for 3 nights based on two people sharing a Deluxe room . From £ 980 per person
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PARADOR DE RONDA |
Ronda |
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Marbella - 37 Miles , Malaga - 64 Miles , Seville - 79 Miles , Cadiz - 91 Miles , Cordoba - 102 Miles |
On the very edge of the city , the four-star Parador de Ronda enjoys a spectacularly dramatic location on a promontory that gives way to the ravine of River Tagus . With the city ’ s bullring to one side and the iconic Puente Nuevo on the other , this is a setting of cultural significance as well as extreme natural beauty . The structure itself – a former town hall building – shows a multitude of architectural influences , but from its entrance off Plaza Espana , its origins are no surprise . There is a formality about this side of the property , yet breach this façade and towards the rear of the property you will find architecture with a more contemporary Mediterranean style . Amid manicured lawns are gently sloped orange roofs and an ivy-clad façade : despite the hotel ’ s size and location , it by no means sacrifices a sense of Spanish charm . The grounds beside the ravine ’ s sheer edge are your own private corner of Ronda , where exquisite views accompany poolside relaxation . Interiors are furnished with antique furniture beside modern tapestries and contemporary fixtures . This is also true of guestrooms which , no matter where the room is located , guarantee superb views in all directions . The dining room promises a hearty menu of meats , game and seafood which is informed by the cuisines of the Mediterranean and the mountains of Cadiz , but for light snacks and beverages the café with its terrace is an excellent venue . |
Parador de Ronda
PARADOR DE RONDA EXH1571 Best for : Short stays Official category : Four star Open : All year Location : On the edge of the city , just of Plaza Espana Nearest airport : Malaga Airport , 65 miles Nearest train station : Malaga Airport Own transport needed : Yes Multi-centre suggestions : Cordoba , Granada or Seville for a cultural break , or relax with a rural or beach stay .
THE HOTEL Accommodation : 78 rooms and suites with air conditioning , heating , satellite TV , safe , minibar , telephone , hairdryer and Wi-Fi . Facilities : Restaurant , Bar , Lounge and café , Seasonal outdoor pool , Room service , Shop , Free Wi-Fi , Secure underground parking ( chargeable ), Laundry .
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Standard room , Parador de Ronda
THE LOCAL AREA Local interest : Plaza de Espana , Puente Nuevo , Plaza de Tores bullring , Ronda ’ Old Town , National parks of Sierra de la Grazalema , Sierra de las Nieves and Los Alcornocales . Activities nearby : Sports and other activities
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PRICES Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights with British Airways London Gatwick to Malaga , hire-car and bed and breakfast . We can offer almost all other airlines that operate flights from any airport in the UK . Prices for 3 nights based on two people sharing a Standard Double Room . From £ 890 per person Guide price only as hotel is usually combined with other hotels |