Nestled inside the high walls of the old Jewish quarter, the Alcánatara is an appealing two-star hotel in the heart of the quiet Santa Cruz neighborhood.

The large Hotel Monte Triana breaks from the Sevillian hotel norm, both in sheer size—it has a whopping 116 rooms—and in its location, west of the Guadalquiver River.

The one-star Hotel Puerta de Sevilla sits among the cluster of restaurants and cafés near the Jardines de Murillo, a six-minute walk from the cathedral.

The Hotel Doña Manuela is a three-star hotel situated in Santa Cruz.

The Hotel Abanico is a sunny three-star spot with a unique location just east of the fun Plaza de Alfalfa and a few doors down from a fresh produce market.

We left the Oasis Backpackers' Hostel regretting we couldn't spend more time there, as it's by far the most fun accommodation you'll find for your money.

Yes, the lively Sevilla Inn Backpackers has a youth hostel vibe. It also has a great location (just up the street from the cathedral) and bargain double rooms with fab views.

Rooms at the Hotel Simon are decidedly frill-free, but a central location and gorgeous architecture make this hotel a solid cheapo pick.

The two-star Callejón del Agua, a friendly yet glamorous hotel, is part of a new wave of budget accommodations.

The two-star Hotel un Patio al Sur provides an ideal minimalist respite from Seville’s swirling colors and zigzagging streets.

The three-star Hotel Convento La Gloria, located among the touristy streets surrounding the cathedral, is decorated like a convent with religious paraphernalia.

Tucked away on a small street a few blocks from Metropol Parasol, the two-star Hotel Abril makes a cheery, convenient home base.

The three-story Hotel Londres is peaceful and airy, especially compared to the tourist-trodden hotels in the saturated Santa Cruz neighborhood.

A friendly staff, charming young bellhops and mismatched furniture keep the Montecarlo’s décor from the usual homogeneous humdrum.

Traditional Seville the two-star Hotel un Patio en Santa Cruz is not—it's got a crisp, minimalist vibe and lots of amenities.

The location of the Hostería de Dona Lina is the most important feature, along with the high-end grub downstairs.

B&B Naranjo is the best option in the city for triple, quadruple, and even quintuple hotel rooms with en suite bathrooms and real beds (versus bunks).

The Hotel Europa, with only one star, is an economic choice and should be high on your list—if only for the great location between the cathedral and the Plaza Nueva.

This pension, with its charming, chirping canaries and sunny atmosphere, has been family-run for nearly 200 years.