Large congresses in Seville, haciendas around the city, seaside resorts on the Huelva coast, Punta Umbría and Doñana
Seminars, incentives and conventions in Seville and Huelva
Seville, Sanlúcar la Mayor, Punta Umbría, Mazagón, Islantilla, Isla Canela and El Rompido: congresses for 1,200 people in Seville and seaside resorts in Huelva.
Why choose Seville and Huelva
- A large plenary in the city: the Sevilla room of the Barceló Sevilla Renacimiento seats 1,200 in theatre style.
- A 4,000 m² convention centre on the coast, at the Barceló Punta Umbría Beach Resort, with 23 meeting spaces.
- Varied formats in one area: conference hotel, boutique hotel, hacienda, parador and beach resorts.
- A seaside stay in Huelva, with accommodation and rooms on site, for retreats and incentives.
- Hotels in Seville and Huelva that welcome both large congresses and small committees: we choose the right venue for your group.
Airport access
Seville (SVQ): the main airport for the area. The Barceló Sevilla Renacimiento is 12.2 km from the airport, and we arrange transfers to the other hotels.
Huelva and Faro: the airports of Huelva and Faro (Portugal) are very useful for the coast; we arrange your journeys from either airport.
By road: we arrange the journeys between Seville and the Huelva coast, and between the coastal resorts, for a smooth stay.
MICE capacity
The largest rooms: the Sevilla room at the Barceló Sevilla Renacimiento (1,024 m², 1,200 in theatre style, 720 at banquet) and the Barceló Auditorium at the Barceló Punta Umbría (1,176 m², up to 1,400 in theatre style for the largest set-up). The Punta Umbría convention centre has 4,000 m² for more than 3,000 people.
The other hotels in the selection offer rooms on a human scale: the Meliá Sevilla, the Alfonso XIII and the EME Catedral in Seville, the DoubleTree Islantilla and the Precise El Rompido on the coast. Small venues such as the Palacio de Villapanés or the Hacienda Benazuza are perfect for committees and dinners.
Seasonality
- October to December and spring (April to June): the most flexible periods for seminars in Seville and on the coast.
- July and August: heat in Seville and a lively coastline on the Huelva beaches.
- Winter: some coastal resorts keep to a season from November to May; we align your date with their calendar.
- Punta Umbría: a resort ready to host your seminar, with dates we set together with you.
Recommended districts
Séville
The Barceló Sevilla Renacimiento, on Avenida Álvaro Alonso Barba, for large plenaries. The Meliá Sevilla, the Alfonso XIII, the EME Catedral and the Palacio de Villapanés for smaller or more elegant formats, in the centre.
Province de Séville
Sanlúcar la Mayor: the Hacienda Benazuza, a country estate for retreats and private dinners.
Ayamonte et Lepe
Isla Canela (Ayamonte), at the far west of the coast, with the Iberostar Isla Canela. Islantilla (Lepe), with the DoubleTree by Hilton Islantilla Beach Golf Resort, golf and two congress theatres.
Cartaya et El Rompido
El Rompido (Cartaya): the Precise Resort El Rompido, a seaside resort with a main meeting room.
Punta Umbría et Mazagón
Punta Umbría: the Barceló Punta Umbría Beach Resort, with 23 meeting spaces and a 4,000 m² convention centre. Mazagón (Moguer): the Parador de Mazagón, 63 rooms, near Doñana.
Conference & MICE hotels
11 restaurants
Trending & group restaurants
2 clubs
Clubs & nightlife
Evening ideas
- Gala dinner in the setting of the Barceló Sevilla Renacimiento, in the room suited to your group.
- Evening on the rooftop terrace of the EME Catedral, in Seville, with views of the historic centre.
- Dinner on the estate of the Hacienda Benazuza, in Sanlúcar la Mayor, for your group.
- Seaside dinner on the Huelva coast, on the terraces and gardens of the Barceló Punta Umbría.
- A quiet evening at the Palacio de Villapanés, in a historic palace in the centre of Seville, for a small committee.
Corporate activities
- Guided visit of Seville's cathedral and the Alcázar, with a local guide.
- Boat trip on the Guadalquivir, departing from Seville, with a local operator.
- Excursion into the Doñana park with an authorised guide, from the Huelva coast.
- Walk or bike ride on the beach and pine woods around Punta Umbría, in small groups.
- Visit to the village of Sanlúcar la Mayor and its heritage, from the hacienda.
Programme examples
- 2-day seminar, about 100 people, in Seville: plenary in the Sevilla room of the Barceló Sevilla Renacimiento, workshops in the rooms, gala dinner.
- 2-day executive retreat, 20 people, in Punta Umbría: working sessions at the Barceló Punta Umbría in the morning, coastal walk and dinner on site.
- One-day incentive, 30 people, from Seville: city visit in the morning, then dinner on the estate of the Hacienda Benazuza, in Sanlúcar la Mayor.
Programmes
Frequently asked questions
Which plenary room should I choose in Seville?
The Sevilla room at the Barceló Sevilla Renacimiento is the largest room in the city: 1,024 m², up to 1,200 in theatre style and 720 at banquet. The Meliá Sevilla has a congress centre with a large main hall, which we adapt to your programme.
Can we hold a seminar on the Huelva coast?
Yes. The Barceló Punta Umbría Beach Resort offers 23 meeting spaces and a 4,000 m² convention centre. The Parador de Mazagón has 63 rooms, and we design with each hotel the ideal space for Islantilla, Isla Canela and El Rompido.
How long is the trip from Seville airport?
The Barceló Sevilla Renacimiento is 12.2 km from Seville airport. We arrange transfers to the other hotels, from Seville as well as from Huelva or Faro.
When is the best time to hold an event in the region?
Spring and autumn are the most flexible periods. Summer is hot in Seville and the coast is very lively. In winter, some coastal resorts keep to a season: we align your date with their calendar.