Remodeling of the Alfonso XIII Hotel in Seville - Spain

Abstract

This article describes the careful remodeling work of this hotel — a part of the city's history since it was opened in 1926 — a general improvement aimed at making this facility a model in its class, a beautiful building fitted with all the amenities becoming its high luxury classification, a category shared with very few hotels in the country. Special attention has been given to the repair of roofs and walls, renewal of exterior fenestration, grills, artistic glazed tiling, dadoes, coffered ceilings, lamps, floor construction in the banquet hall, plumbing, electric system, air conditioned and providing adequate services. A new magnificent, roomy suite has been incorporated, as well as new classy bathrooms, gardens, roofed car park, and 800 m³ water tank, a bar, a breakfast coffee room, a restaurant in the half-basement with accesses from the inside and the outside, fountains, etc. The refined taste of the architect, the highly specialized work of the contractor and the participation of the qualified Sevillian craftsmen, have all contributed to the neat detailing of the facility and to the highly successful final result.