Last year at this time we spent five nights at the Alfonso XIII. I did a thorough search of FT before making my reservations which I would highly recommend for anyone planning to stay there. We chose an interior (garden) room as they were reported to be the quietest. I have no status but tried to work an upgrade with an old business card from a Starwood competitor but this did not work. I was told I had a very nice room. This was absolutely correct. The room was large, elegant, and really wonderful. We did not eat in the hotel as I had been cautioned here about prices at the hotel. Having worked in the hotel industry I usually avoid dining in hotels and there are so many great dining opportunities in Seville. We did not request any special services except some extra pillows which arrived quickly. The only negative I would report is we found some of the front desk staff quite pretentious, and my wife speaks fluent Spanish. All in all this was the best 30,000 points I ever used. At the time Starwood had a special; 5 nights for 30000 not 40000 for this hotel. I would highly recommend the property.