NoVA guy

As you may have gathered, Sevilla is not just about this wonderful Starwood property, the town is one of the best in Spain. Experiencing Easter day in Sevilla was a once a lifetime bucket list item. My wife and daughter did not let me go to the year's first bull fight. I am an animal lover, but wanted to experience this drama for myself and only once to see what the hype is all about. The hotel was like very expensive frosting to the Sevilla portion of the trip. Enjoy. Good luck!

LR2013

Can anyone confirm that an Amex Plat FHR booking for the Alfonso includes the full buffet breakfast, and not just continental? Amex FHR directory states the usual "Daily Breakfast" benefit, but I've learned (the hard way) properties sometimes interpret that very differently. Thx!

Starwood Lurker III

Hi LR2013,

If you can provide the reservation confirmation number to us via the email below, we are happy to check the breakfast information for you.

[email protected]

Best Regards,

Christina Zhou
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide

alanslegal

Was thinking of staying here during Holy Week next month and wow the nightly room prices are out of this world Guess I'll go another time or book really early in advance, esp given Holy Week is one of the biggest events on Seville's calendar.

LR2013

Will do, thank you, Christina!

Starwood Lurker III

Hi LR2013,

I have received the email and replied to you.

Best Regards,

Christina Zhou
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide

[email protected]

LR2013

Thank you, Christina!

To close the loop, Christina confirmed with the hotel that Amex FHR bookings include the full buffet as the breakfast amenity. ^

fishy21

Has anyone stayed here with an infant? I was trying to book a reservation and the difference between 2 adults, and 2 adults with an infant means a 400 euro increase in price.

Anyone have insight on this?

Thanks!

britbronco22

How old is the infant? If they don't require a bed (i.e will sleep in a cot instead), then just select two adults and request a cot as well.

fishy21

She will be 8 months old.

I spoke to the hotel, and they required me to book a higher level room. I had to pay for the extra costs, since the previous room only accommodates 2 people. Changing the reservation to include an infant also costs additional.

Rather disappointing, since they advertise that kids 12 and under are free. Very misleading.

britbronco22

I read that some of the basic rooms are very small. I don't really think it's the hotels fault if there isn't enough space for a crib in the room, it's not like they are forcing you to pay extra just for the baby, you will get a much nicer room.
IMO it's worth booking the grand deluxe anyway, the room we go was enormous (I think we got upgraded to a junior suite)

fishy21

Hello. Can someone provide experiences with transportation options from SVQ airport? I'll be traveling with an infant, so I am debating between public transportation or town car with car seat.

Thanks!

FlyingDoctorwu

Anyone have any experience with the Deluxe or Executive Suite types- I'm particularly interested in a room with a terrace and under room description it notes that private terraces are available in some rooms...

thanks!
FDW

CIVET FIVE

This might be too late for you but could be helpful for soemone else. The only public transportation option currently is the EA bus, it costs 4 Euros, bought from the driver, and you'll ride it to Carlos V stop. Its a 900m-1k minute walk or so. The other option is a taxi, which has a minimum fare of 22.02 Euros, it ends up being about 30 +/- 1 Euro.

Keep in mind that during the summer, it can top 35C, so maybe walking 1km with stuff isn't appealing.

For anyone considering booking an LP rate (which includes 100 USD dining credit), be aware that it only includes the San Fernando restaurant. In other words, it does not include Ena, the pool or Bar Americana. This was a terrible disappointment to me, as the primary reason I booked here was to eat at Ena. I've tried arguing and pleading, but was SOL. It would be nice if LP and/or the hotel actually clarified that in the rate rather than leaving it open ended as they do.

EDIT: Had a minor argument with the FDC at check out because my credit wasn't applied, and they weren't going to honor it because I ate at the "bar" instead of the "restaurant" part of San Fernando. Absolutely ridiculous. Sevilla is beautiful, but I'll probably check out the Design property before coming back here.

supatight80

Such a lovely hotel! Very old world charm with reasonable prices e.g food, laundry, etc. (definitely cheaper than SPG Madrid!)

Did a BRG rate of 176 euros (breakfast included) per night at a Category 6 property for 5 days and I was expecting no upgrades or ambassador amenities whatsoever.

But lo and behold, I was told I was upgraded to their "premium deluxe" suite upon check-in, even at 10 AM. So super happy about that. The suite is definitely on a moorish/baroque blend design with high ceilings and large, ornate chandeliers to boot. All for a rate of 176 euros! (Normal price is like 300+ for cheapest cat with breakfast)

But not only did I get my suite upgrade, I also got free 5+2 bottles of water per day, cheese and crackers, and a bottle of red wine, compliments from my amazing ambassador! What a nice way to finish my 100th night for this year..Thanks Ambassador Team! :-)