Vincci Palace is the most walkable mid-range choice for a first visit to Valencia. It occupies a restored historic building on Calle de la Paz in the heart of the old town’s southern edge, where the University of Valencia is two minutes away, the Plaza de la Reina about five and the cathedral about six. The Central Market is nine minutes on foot, and the Plaza del Ayuntamiento eight, so almost everything on a first-timer’s list can be reached without public transport. It has 76 rooms over five floors, with a terrace, a bar and café, a restaurant and a banquet hall, and a daily buffet breakfast served for an extra charge. There is no pool or spa, which keeps the price below the city’s grand hotels, and the covered car park, with an automated lift system, is a rare convenience in the old town. It suits sightseers who plan to be out all day and want a smart, central bed at a fair price.
Location and getting around
Calle de la Paz is a handsome street linking the Plaza del Ayuntamiento to the Plaza de la Reina and the cathedral, with shops and cafés along its length. The Colón metro station is a five-minute walk, the North Station about twelve, and the City of Arts and Sciences and Malvarrosa beach lie within about five kilometres. The airport is roughly 26 minutes by car.
The rooms
Rooms are comfortable and well soundproofed with double glazing, with air conditioning and modern bathrooms. Streets in the old town can be lively at night, so ask for a room away from the street if you are a light sleeper. The building has a lift, and the terrace is a pleasant place for an evening drink.
Who it suits and good to know: first-time visitors, couples and anyone who wants to walk everywhere. Parking is on site for a daily fee, with limited spaces and height restrictions, so book it in advance if you are driving. The hotel is smoke-free. Breakfast is an optional extra, so compare it with the cafés nearby. Book early for Fallas in March, when this central position becomes especially popular.
Why stay here
- ✓Restored historic building
- ✓Restaurant, bar and cafe
- ✓Terrace
- ✓Daily buffet breakfast
- ✓Covered on-site parking
- ✓Electric car charging
- ✓Double-glazed windows
- ✓Smoke-free rooms
Good questions
How far is Vincci Palace from the cathedral?+
About a six-minute walk, with the Plaza de la Reina five minutes away and the Central Market about nine.
Does the hotel have parking?+
Yes, covered self-parking with an automated lift system is available for a daily charge. Spaces are limited and there are height restrictions, so reserve ahead.
Is there a pool or spa?+
No. The hotel focuses on a central location and comfortable rooms, with a terrace, bar and restaurant.
