A design hotel located in the centre of Seville, a 10-minute walk from the Giralda Tower and Seville Cathedral, Gran Meliá Colón offers a gourmet restaurant and a rooftop terrace with hot tub. The stylish rooms at the Colón feature free WiFi, automatic lighting and a flat-screen satellite TV. Bathrooms include a rain shower or bath,and a selectionof Clarins toiletries.

The Gran Meliá Colón’s leisure facilities include a 24-hour fitness centre, as well as a hot tub and sauna in the spa. You can also use PlayStations or Wii games consoles, which are available from reception.

The hotel’s elegant El Burladero Restaurant serves traditional dishes from Seville with a modern twist. There is also a café, a cocktail lounge and a striking lobby with a Modernist dome.

The Alcazar Palace is a 15-minute walk from the Gran Meliá Colón and Plaza de Armas Square is just 200 yards away. Old town is a great choice for travellers interested in flamenco, food and tapas.

2016 Prices from, 2 Nights £232 – 3 Nights £274 – 4 Nights £321 Selected dates between January & August