A Lucky Find at Casa No. 7 in Seville

Where: C/ Virgenes, 7, Seville, Spain, 41004

3/25/2008 at 11:42 AM
Tags: Seville Hotel Guide, Spain Hotels, Boutique Hotels

As one of Seville's most sought-after properties, it's surprising that Casa No. 7, a boutique property in the upscale Santa Cruz district, doesn't charge more exorbitant room rates.

Of course, price is relative when examining luxury hotels. But given Casa No. 7's cachet--a restored 19th-century mansion laced with balconies, filled with antiques and an honesty bar in the lobby--it's one of Seville's best high-end deals. (Don't worry, we didn't know what an honesty bar was at first either. According to Wikipedia, it's an unattended beverage bar where payment is left to the patron's discretion.)

Current prices are 275 Euros (roughly $425) per night and that includes VAT and breakfast. Compare that to a similar offer at the Hotel Alfonso XIII, which includes a deluxe room and breakfast--but no VAT--and expect to pay $625 per night. (Plus, no honor bar!) All-inclusive, off-season rates are even more of a steal at about $273.

Of course, there's always a catch. This one happens to be that the hotel, which prides itself on being more like a stay in a private residence, only has six rooms, so reserving well in advance is strongly recommended.