Hotel Nelva Murcia

After a long day touring nearby Cartagena and Jumilla, I arrived in Murcia, the capital of the Spanish province of the same name. Several groups were checking in to Hotel Nelva Murcia simultaneously, but I still felt as though I was on the way to my eighth-floor room in a reasonable amount of time.

The brightly lit room featured a double bed, a long white desk/dresser/luggage stand multifunctional unit, two chairs, an end table and two nightstands. Above the bed was a colorful, lit beach scene, embedded as a headboard. I was able to spread out comfortably for my two-night stay, and wished I could have found time in my busy schedule to indulge in the whirlpool bathtub. The shower also features a series of adjustable jets, in addition to the hand-held showerhead.

WiFi was complimentary, a huge plus. The flat-screen TV was mounted on the wall, and offered channels in English. Also included was the breakfast buffet, which featured hot and cold items, as well as pastries, cereals and fresh fruit.

The elevator looked over the city, affording great views, and I spent an enjoyable evening with a glass of wine on the large outdoor patio, near the pool. The location is a bit far removed from the center of the city, but it is an easy cab ride and offers some privacy and quiet, while still being within walking distance of other attractions.

Hotel Nelva Murcia

Avenida del Primero de Mayo

5, 30006 Murcia, Spain

tel 34 968 060 200