HISTORY

Once called Tartessus by the Phoenicians who first appeared here in the 800 B.C., the city underwent great expansion under the Roman rule commenced by Scipio in 206 B.C. before falling to the Visigoths in the 6th century. The arrival of the Moors in 711 A.D. had contributed tremendously to the growth in culture, economy, population and building projects of the city they named Isbilia. For centuries, the Christians, Jews and Arabs lived together in harmony before king Ferdinand reclaimed the city for the christian monarchs in 1248. It was then renamed Seville and became an important gateway to the New World following Columbus' discovery. Seville's splendor declined in the 18th century but received a revival through the Ibero-American Exposition in 1929. With the dawn of democracy in the late 70s, Seville has emerged yet again as an important provincial capital and one of the most beautiful cities of Spain.

Vincci La Rabida - A Former Palace Built In The 18th Century, The Vincci La Rabida Hotel Is Situated In The Arenal Neighbourhood, 300 Metres From The Cathedral. Inside, The Hotel Is Typically Grand, With A Courtyard Featuring Marble Pillars And Overlooked By Arched Balconies. The 81 Guestrooms Combine Warm, Earthy Tones With Dark Wood Furnishings And Wrought Iron Bedheads. All Rooms Come Equipped With Minibars, Air Conditioning, Safes, And Televisions With Pay Movies.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Becquer Hotel - The Hotel Becquer Is Magnificently Located In The Historical Center Of Seville, Next To The Guadalquivir River, Just 10 Kilometers From San Pablo Airport. Conveniently Situated In The Heart Of The Town, This First Class Hotel Is Only Five Minutes Walk From The Giralda Tower At The Cathedral, The Isla Magica Theme Park And Other Attractions. The Hotel Becquer Is Easily Accessible And It Has Its Own Private Parking Garage. The Hotel Staff Offers High Quality And Personalized Service.