Fodor's Expert Review Hotel Casa 1800

This classy boutique hotel, in a refurbished 19th-century mansion, is a refuge in bustling Santa Cruz. Rooms, which are tastefully decorated in subdued colors, have high ceilings, exposed wooden beams, wood floors, antique furniture, and large and modern bathrooms. The superior rooms on the terrace have their own patio and private Jacuzzi. The staff are lovely, and the hotel offers complimentary afternoon tea and snacks, which can be taken on the rooftop terrace with views of La Giralda and a small pool. The buffet breakfast is generous.