Hacienda de San Rafael, Seville, Spain

Morning light skims across silver olive leaves, cicadas warm the air, and breakfast appears under a pergola perfumed with jasmine. 

Tucked in the rolling farmland between Seville and Jerez, Hacienda de San Rafael is a lovingly restored 14-room country hideaway where whitewashed walls, antique tiles, and weathered beams frame languid Andalusian days. 

It’s the campo at its most romantic—courtyards, palms, and a trio of pools made for doing very little, very well.

What Makes It Special

• Boutique scale (14 rooms) with the feel of a private finca.
• Historic hacienda architecture—lime-plastered walls, terracotta floors, shaded arcades.
• Three serene pools tucked among palms and bougainvillea.
• Garden-to-table cooking with Andalusian flavors and sherry pairings.
• Owner-run warmth: insider tips for white villages, bodegas, and flamenco in Seville.

A Day at Hacienda de San Rafael

Morning

Bare feet on cool tiles; swallows skim the courtyard fountain. You linger over crushed-tomato tostada, local olive oil, and strong coffee as the fields brighten like straw-colored silk.

Afternoon

Siesta time in a cane-shaded lounger; the only sound is wind in the olives. Take a lazy drive to a nearby white village or tour a Jerez bodega, returning with a bottle of fino for sunset.

Evening

Aperitifs on the terrace as the sky burns albaricoque. Dinner brings charred artichokes, ibérico pork with rosemary, and orange-almond cake. 

Night

The courtyard lanterns glow; a distant owl calls. You fall asleep to the soft rattle of palms against old stone.

Insider TIps for Hacienda de San Rafael 

• Wheelchair and mobility-friendly: all rooms are on the ground floor.
• Check the room options upon arrival—each is unique, and some are quirkier than others; staff are happy to show alternatives if available.
• Spend time by all three pools—each has a distinct feel.
• Staff can arrange horseback riding, flamenco evenings, or vineyard tours.
• Rural drive, so plan your route carefully.

Why We Love It (Curated Highlights)

At Hotelagio we hand-pick only stays that feel truly one-of-a-kind. This property made our list because of these rare details:

• Living heritage—a 19th-century hacienda restored with texture and soul, not gloss.
• Courtyard evenings—lantern-lit tiles, jasmine on the breeze, stars you can actually see.
• Olive-grove cuisine—local oil, garden vegetables, and Andalusian comfort on the plate.
• Pools for moods—sun-drenched, palm-framed, or quietly tucked away.

For Whom

Couples: candlelit courtyards, deep privacy, and slow breakfasts.
Culture seekers: quick hops to Seville’s flamenco and Jerez’s sherry bodegas.
Retreats/remote work: quiet lounges, strong coffee, restful gardens (Wi-Fi for quick check-ins).

Quick Facts (Luxury Snapshot)

Location: Countryside near Seville, Andalusia, Spain—~45–60 min by car from Seville Airport (SVQ)
Rooms: 14 (farmhouse rooms & casitas set around courtyards)
Rates: From USD 307 (great value for a soulful, owner-run country retreat)
Best for: Couples, design romantics, slow travelers, gastronomy & sherry lovers
Style: Boutique Andalusian hacienda—historic, rustic-elegant, sun-washed