Quick answer: where to stay in Valencia
Ciutat Vella, the old town, is the best area to stay in Valencia on a first visit: the cathedral, the Silk Exchange and the Central Market are a few minutes apart.
Stay in Ciutat Vella, the old town, on a first visit to Valencia: the cathedral, the Silk Exchange and the market are 5 minutes apart, and the Turia Gardens are 10 minutes away. Choose Ruzafa for food and nightlife, the Eixample for quiet, and Malvarrosa for the beach. During the Fallas in March, avoid the old town if you need sleep at night. The areas are compared below, and each area section names the hotels picked there.
Hotel quick picks
- Luxury: Palacio Vallier by MYR Hotels, Ciutat Vella: a 5-star palace by the cathedral, scored 9.6 from 1,380 reviewsPrices →
- Beach: Las Arenas Balneario Resort, Malvarrosa and El Cabanyal (Las Arenas): a 5-star on Las Arenas beach with pools and a spaPrices →
- Families: Barceló Valencia, City of Arts and Sciences: a 4-star with a pool next to the City of Arts and SciencesPrices →
- Food: Petit Palace Ruzafa, Ruzafa: a 3-star among Ruzafa's restaurants and barsPrices →
- Quiet: Hospes Palau de la Mar, Eixample: a 5-star with a spa in the EixamplePrices →
- Budget: Casual Vintage Valencia, Ciutat Vella: a 2-star by the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, scored 8.5 from 7,346 reviewsPrices →
Guest scores from Booking.com, read 29 October 2026. We have not stayed at these hotels. How we chose them
How these hotels were chosen
We have not stayed at any of these hotels. Each was chosen from public, checkable data: a confirmed address, a star class shown on its Booking.com listing, and a Booking.com guest score of at least 8.0 from 50 or more reviews.
Scores, review counts and facilities were read on 29 October 2026, and every fact about a hotel below comes from its Booking.com listing. Price levels follow the star class: 5-star is luxury, 4-star mid-range, 3-star and below, hostels and guest houses budget.
Where no hotel in an area passed these checks at a price level, the slot is left empty rather than filled with a weaker pick. No hotel pays to be listed; see the editorial policy and the affiliate disclosure.
The areas compared
All 5 areas are linked by metro, tram or bike: Ruzafa and the Eixample are about 15 minutes on foot from the cathedral, and the beach is 20 to 30 minutes away by tram or metro. Valencia is flat, so distances are easy. The old town puts the cathedral, the Silk Exchange and the market 5 minutes apart, while the City of Arts and Sciences is about 30 minutes on foot, or a bus ride.
| Area | Best for | To the cathedral | At night | Watch for | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ciutat Vella | a first visit | You are in it | Lively | noise in El Carmen at weekends | Hotels |
| Ruzafa | food and nightlife | About 15 min on foot | Loud | bars open late | Hotels |
| Eixample | quiet and elegance | About 15 min on foot | Quiet | fewer sights on the doorstep | Hotels |
| City of Arts and Sciences | families and modern hotels | About 30 min on foot, or bus | Quiet | far from the old town | Hotels |
| Malvarrosa and El Cabanyal | the beach | 20–30 min by tram or metro | Medium | busy beach weekends in summer | Hotels |
Registered holiday flats in the city
The Valencian tourism register lists 6,091 active holiday flats (viviendas de uso turístico) in the municipality of València, with 28,503 bed places between them. The register records only the municipality, not the neighbourhood, so it cannot show which of the areas above has the most. Hotels and hostels are not included.
| Unit | Registered holiday flats | Bed places |
|---|---|---|
| València (municipality) | 6,091 | 28,503 |
Ciutat Vella: the old town
The cathedral, the Silk Exchange, the Central Market and the medieval towers are all inside the old town, a few minutes apart, which makes it the base for a first visit.
El Carmen
El Carmen, the north-western part of the old town, has street art, small squares and the liveliest bars of the centre. It is atmospheric and noisy at weekends; choose a room facing an inner courtyard.
Around the cathedral and the market
The streets around the Plaza de la Reina, the cathedral and the Central Market are the most central of all, with easy taxi access and the metro close by. They suit short stays and early starts.
Hotels in Ciutat Vella
Three hotels in the old town made the list, one at each price level.
| Hotel | Price level | Stars | Guest score | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palacio Vallier by MYR Hotels | Luxury | 5-star | 9.6/10 (1,380) | A 5-star palace on Plaza de Manises, by the cathedral |
| SH Inglés Boutique Hotel | Mid-range | 4-star | 8.4/10 (1,774) | A 4-star in an 18th-century palace, 150 metres from the cathedral |
| Casual Vintage Valencia | Budget | 2-star | 8.5/10 (7,346) | A 2-star by the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, with bike hire |
Palacio Vallier by MYR Hotels
Palacio Vallier by MYR Hotels is a 5-star hotel on Plaza de Manises, by the cathedral, per its Booking.com listing. Guests rate it 9.6 out of 10 from 1,380 reviews on Booking.com, read on 29 October 2026, the top score on this page.
Its listing shows a Mediterranean restaurant, a terrace, a bar, private parking and an airport shuttle.
SH Inglés Boutique Hotel
SH Inglés Boutique Hotel is a 4-star hotel in an 18th-century palace on Calle del Marqués de Dos Aguas, 150 metres from the cathedral, per its Booking.com listing. Guests rate it 8.4 out of 10 from 1,774 reviews on Booking.com, read on 29 October 2026.
Its listing shows a restaurant, a terrace, a bar and family rooms. It lists no pool.
Casual Vintage Valencia
Casual Vintage Valencia is a 2-star hotel on Calle Barcelonina, by the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, per its Booking.com listing. Guests rate it 8.5 out of 10 from 7,346 reviews on Booking.com, read on 29 October 2026, the most reviews on this page.
Its listing shows a 24-hour front desk, bike hire and family rooms. El Carmen is 600 metres away; there is no restaurant.
Ruzafa: food and nightlife
A grid of streets south of the centre, around its own market, is full of cafés, brunch spots, restaurants and bars.
- Best for: food lovers, couples and anyone who wants evenings out on the doorstep.
- The old town is about 15 minutes on foot; the Estació del Nord is close by.
- Rooms are often in apartments and small hotels in older buildings.
- The bars stay open late, especially from Thursday to Saturday; ask for a quiet room.
Hotels in Ruzafa
Two hotels in Ruzafa made the list.
We found no 5-star hotel in Ruzafa that passed our checks, so there is no luxury pick.
| Hotel | Price level | Stars | Guest score | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sercotel Valencia Ruzafa | Mid-range | 4-star | 8.3/10 (250) | A 4-star with a seasonal pool on the Gran Vía de Germanías |
| Petit Palace Ruzafa | Budget | 3-star | 8.6/10 (1,765) | A 3-star behind a 19th-century façade, among Ruzafa's bars |
Sercotel Valencia Ruzafa
Sercotel Valencia Ruzafa is a 4-star hotel on Carrer de Cuba, per its Booking.com listing. Guests rate it 8.3 out of 10 from 250 reviews on Booking.com, read on 29 October 2026, a smaller review base than the other picks.
Its listing shows a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a solarium, a sun terrace and private parking.
Petit Palace Ruzafa
Petit Palace Ruzafa is a 3-star hotel behind a 19th-century façade on Calle de Sueca, per its Booking.com listing. Guests rate it 8.6 out of 10 from 1,765 reviews on Booking.com, read on 29 October 2026.
Its listing shows family rooms, a lift and a 24-hour front desk. Ruzafa’s bars stay open late from Thursday to Saturday, so ask for a quiet room.
The Eixample: quiet and elegant
Wide streets of nineteenth-century buildings east of the centre, around the Mercado de Colón, make this the quiet and elegant choice.
It is about 15 minutes on foot from the cathedral and a few steps from the Turia Gardens, which makes it ideal for runners and cyclists. Evenings are calmer than in Ruzafa, with good restaurants around the market.
Hotels in the Eixample
Two hotels in the Eixample made the list, both near the Turia Gardens.
We found no budget hotel in the Eixample with a star class that passed our checks.
| Hotel | Price level | Stars | Guest score | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hospes Palau de la Mar | Luxury | 5-star | 8.9/10 (780) | A 5-star with a spa in a 19th-century building near the Turia |
| NH Collection Colón Valencia | Mid-range | 4-star | 9.0/10 (1,019) | A 4-star on Calle Colón, on the edge of the old town |
Hospes Palau de la Mar
Hospes Palau de la Mar is a 5-star hotel in a 19th-century building on Avenida de Navarro Reverter, per its Booking.com listing. Guests rate it 8.9 out of 10 from 780 reviews on Booking.com, read on 29 October 2026.
Its listing shows a spa, a fitness centre, a restaurant, private parking and an airport shuttle. Joaquín Sorolla station is about 15 minutes away on foot.
NH Collection Colón Valencia
NH Collection Colón Valencia is a 4-star hotel on Calle de Colón, on the edge of the old town, per its Booking.com listing. Guests rate it 9.0 out of 10 from 1,019 reviews on Booking.com, read on 29 October 2026.
Its listing shows soundproofed rooms, a restaurant, a fitness centre and private parking. It lists no pool.
City of Arts and Sciences: families and modern hotels
The City of Arts and Sciences sits at the south-eastern end of the Turia Gardens. The hotels around it are modern, quiet and suit families; the old town is about 30 minutes on foot, or a bus ride.
We found no 5-star hotel here that passed our checks, so the two picks are mid-range and budget.
| Hotel | Price level | Stars | Guest score | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barceló Valencia | Mid-range | 4-star | 8.8/10 (1,899) | Families wanting a 4-star with a small pool next to the City of Arts and Sciences |
| Holiday Inn Express Ciudad de las Ciencias | Budget | 3-star | 8.2/10 (5,583) | Families on a budget, 5 minutes from the City of Arts and Sciences |
Barceló Valencia
Barceló Valencia is a 4-star hotel on Avenida de Francia, next to the City of Arts and Sciences, per its Booking.com listing. Guests rate it 8.8 out of 10 from 1,899 reviews on Booking.com, read on 29 October 2026.
Its listing shows a small seasonal pool, a terrace with city views, a fitness centre, the Senyoret restaurant and family rooms.
Holiday Inn Express Ciudad de las Ciencias
Holiday Inn Express Ciudad de las Ciencias is a 3-star hotel on Calle del Escritor Rafael Ferreres, 5 minutes’ walk from the City of Arts and Sciences, per its Booking.com listing. Guests rate it 8.2 out of 10 from 5,583 reviews on Booking.com, read on 29 October 2026.
Its listing shows a seasonal outdoor pool, family rooms, private parking and a 24-hour front desk.
The beach: Malvarrosa and El Cabanyal
About 20 to 30 minutes from the old town by tram or metro, Malvarrosa and El Cabanyal put the sea outside the door.
- Malvarrosa and Las Arenas have hotels on the promenade and restaurants serving paella by the sea.
- El Cabanyal, behind the beach, is the old fishermen’s quarter of low houses with tiled facades.
- Best for: a summer trip, families and a slower pace.
- The trade-off is the commute to the old town, by tram, metro or bike.
Hotels at the beach
Three hotels on the seafront at Las Arenas, the beach just south of Malvarrosa, made the list.
| Hotel | Price level | Stars | Guest score | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Arenas Balneario Resort | Luxury | 5-star | 9.0/10 (2,692) | A 5-star on Las Arenas beach with pools and a spa |
| Hotel Neptuno Playa and Spa | Mid-range | 4-star | 8.4/10 (1,331) | A 4-star on the beach with a spa and a tram stop outside |
| Hotel Miramar Valencia | Budget | 2-star | 8.2/10 (1,089) | A small 2-star on the beach promenade |
Las Arenas Balneario Resort
Las Arenas Balneario Resort is a 5-star hotel with direct access to Las Arenas beach, per its Booking.com listing. Guests rate it 9.0 out of 10 from 2,692 reviews on Booking.com, read on 29 October 2026.
Its listing shows two seasonal outdoor pools, a spa, a fitness centre, the Sorolla restaurant and private parking.
Hotel Neptuno Playa and Spa
Hotel Neptuno Playa and Spa is a 4-star hotel on Paseo de Neptuno, on the beach by the marina, per its Booking.com listing. Guests rate it 8.4 out of 10 from 1,331 reviews on Booking.com, read on 29 October 2026.
Its listing shows a spa with a sauna, a gym and a restaurant, and the Marina Real Juan Carlos I tram stop just outside, with a link to the centre.
Hotel Miramar Valencia
Hotel Miramar Valencia is a small 2-star hotel on Paseo de Neptuno, facing Las Arenas beach, per its Booking.com listing. Guests rate it 8.2 out of 10 from 1,089 reviews on Booking.com, read on 29 October 2026.
Its listing shows a lounge restaurant and a bar open all day, family rooms and parking. It lists no pool.
Getting in, and what to check
Easy transport widens the choice of area.
- The airport is linked to the centre by Metrovalencia lines 3 and 5.
- High-speed trains from Madrid and Barcelona arrive at Joaquín Sorolla station, a short walk from Ruzafa.
- The city is flat; public bikes and cycle lanes make the Turia Gardens an easy route between areas.
- In summer, check for air conditioning: August averages a 30.2°C high and warm, humid nights, according to AEMET.
Every hotel in Valencia on one map
Prices and availability come live from the booking sites
- Palacio Vallier by MYR Hotels Ciutat Vella
- SH Inglés Boutique Hotel Ciutat Vella
- Casual Vintage Valencia Ciutat Vella
- Sercotel Valencia Ruzafa Ruzafa
- Petit Palace Ruzafa Ruzafa
- Hospes Palau de la Mar Eixample
- NH Collection Colón Valencia Eixample
- Barceló Valencia City of Arts and Sciences
- Holiday Inn Express Ciudad de las Ciencias City of Arts and Sciences
- Las Arenas Balneario Resort Malvarrosa and El Cabanyal
- Hotel Neptuno Playa and Spa Malvarrosa and El Cabanyal
- Hotel Miramar Valencia Malvarrosa and El Cabanyal
Where not to stay, and when to book
The Fallas and noise settle where not to stay, and when to book:
- The old town during the Fallas, 15 to 19 March, if you need sleep: fireworks and crowds run day and night.
- Directly above the bars of El Carmen or Ruzafa if you are a light sleeper.
- Near the airport or on the ring roads: every trip into town becomes a long ride.
- Book months ahead for the Fallas and for August weekends at the beach.
For the sights and the plan, see things to do in Valencia.
Common questions
What is the best area to stay in Valencia?
The best area to stay in Valencia on a first visit is Ciutat Vella, the old town: the cathedral, the Silk Exchange and the Central Market are a few minutes apart, and the Turia Gardens are close. Ruzafa suits food and nightlife, and Malvarrosa suits a stay by the beach.
Is it better to stay in the centre or by the beach in Valencia?
Stay in the centre for the sights, the markets and the evenings; stay by the beach for a summer trip with children or a slower pace. The two are about 20 to 30 minutes apart by tram or metro, so either works, but the centre suits a short first visit better.
Is Ruzafa a good area to stay in Valencia?
Ruzafa is a good area to stay in Valencia for food and nightlife: its streets are full of cafés, restaurants and bars, and the old town is about 15 minutes on foot. It is lively late into the night, so light sleepers should choose a quiet room or the Eixample nearby.
Where should you not stay in Valencia?
Avoid the old town during the Fallas in mid-March if you need sleep, rooms directly above the bars of El Carmen or Ruzafa, and hotels near the airport or ring roads for a short trip. For a quiet stay, the Eixample is the safer central choice.
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