ISTAY BY NH CIUDAD DE VALENCIA HOTEL, Valencia

The hotel is situated in a quieter residential area of Valencia, a 15-minute walk from the City of Arts and Sciences, the Port, and several local restaurants and bars. Maritim-Serreria and Ayora metro stations are within a 7-10 minute walk, providing direct service to the city centre, beach, and Valencia Airport (40 minutes). Bus stops are also nearby, with routes connecting to the beach (15 minutes) and the historic centre (20 minutes). While the area is not the most touristic, it offers practical access to supermarkets, cafés, and a variety of local dining options. The walk to the beach takes about 25 minutes, and the city centre on foot takes 30-35 minutes. The location suits those who plan to use public transport or who want a quieter home base away from the busiest tourist zones.

Rooms feature parquet floors, a work desk, flat-screen satellite TV, minibar, safe, and free Wi-Fi. All have private bathrooms with a bath, shower, bidet, and free toiletries. Superior rooms include a coffee machine; standard rooms have a minibar but no kettle. Triple rooms have three separate beds. The property has no rooms with a balcony. Many rooms are described as compact but functional, with air conditioning and heating. Some rooms face an inner courtyard, which reduces natural light but also street noise. Road-facing rooms and those near lifts or service areas may experience more corridor and neighbour noise. Room sizes vary - some are spacious (including larger bathroom layouts), while others are smaller. The building shows signs of wear in some corridors and room furnishings, but the reception area has been modernised. The property is generally clean and practical for short business or city-break stays.

Breakfast is served as a buffet, offering a variety of items including hot dishes, pastries, breads, cereals, fruit, and gluten-free bread. The selection includes continental, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and American-style choices. Breakfast can be added to the booking during reservation. The hotel does not have a full-service restaurant, but there is a snack bar, a coffee shop on site, and a bar, with vending machines for drinks and snacks. Within a 5-minute walk there are numerous restaurants, bars, and cafés offering a wide range of cuisines, including kebab places, pizzerias, and local Spanish options. The hotel's coffee shop is open for light meals in the evening.

The hotel provides a gym that is free for guests, though it is compact and access is limited to one person at a time via a booking system. The fitness equipment includes a few machines. There is no swimming pool, spa, or wellness centre on site. For leisure, the City of Arts and Sciences and the Port are within a 15-minute walk, and the beach is about 25 minutes on foot or 15 minutes by bus. The hotel offers bicycle rental (additional charge) and car hire, and the surrounding area has cycle lanes.

The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, express check-in/out, and free luggage storage for early arrivals or late departures. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Daily housekeeping is included; you can opt out of room servicing and receive a free drink. Laundry and ironing services are available for an additional charge. The hotel provides a safety deposit box at reception, key card access, 24-hour security, CCTV, and smoke alarms. Meeting facilities and fax/photocopying are available for business guests. Accessible parking and an electric vehicle charging station are on site. Private on-site parking costs €19 per night and is not reservable. There is no airport shuttle. Baby cots are available on request. The hotel is fully non-smoking, with air conditioning and heating throughout.