The Beachfront Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Andalucía. I hope you will like it!
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1 Boutique X Fuengirola, Spain
Hotel. Stay in the heart of Fuengirola. Located in the Fuengirola City Centre district in Fuengirola, 350 metres from the beach, Boutique X features a sun terrace and views of the garden. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV and coffee machine. Rooms have a private bathroom including free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can also enjoy a shared lounge at the property. Zoo Fuengirola is 100 metres from Boutique X, while Miramar Shopping Centre is 900 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 20 km from the property. Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 80 EUR.
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2 Essence Hotel Boutique by Don Paquito Torremolinos, Spain
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Stay in the heart of Torremolinos.
The Essence Hotel Boutique by Don Paquito is situated in Torremolinos, 100 meters from Playamar and Bajondillo beaches and the seaside promenade. A swimming pool, hot tub and free hammam are featured.
Their air-conditioned and heated rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, kettle, coffee maker, safe and minibar. The private bathroom includes hair dryer, bathrobe, shower and free toiletries.
The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, sun terrace, a hot tub and a turkish bath. Their buffet restaurant offers a range of culinary options. Free WiFi is featured.
The Essence Hotel Boutique by Don Paquito is within easy reach of all kinds of attractions, places of interest and the renowned nightlife. Malaga Airport is 12 minutes drive away. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.8
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3 Marriott's Marbella Beach Resort Marbella, Spain
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Set within beautiful gardens on the sea front, Marbella Beach Resort offers elegantly furnished rooms with a balcony, TV and CD player. The apartments have direct access to the beach.
Guests can enjoy 2 indoor and two outdoor swimming pools, surrounded by gardens and a sun terrace. Towels are provided and free access to the Marriott’s fitness centre is also available.
Santa Maria and Santa Clara Golf Courses are within 3 km of the hotel. Funny Beach is also just 3 km away.
The apartments at the Marriott's Marbella Beach Resort feature a kitchen, and separate living and dining areas. There is a laundry room and the bathroom includes a spa bath.
The complex offers several restaurants and bars including the seasonal El Med Terrace restaurant and Beachside Grill. There is also a supermarket on-site.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 739 EUR.
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4 Amàre Beach Hotel Marbella - Adults Only Recommended Marbella, Spain
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Stay in the heart of Marbella.
Set on the beachfront, in the centre of Marbella's old town, this adults-only hotel offers a spa and outdoor swimming pool. Amare Marbella Beach Hotel - Adults Only features free WiFi throughout the property and at the Beach Club.
The modern, stylish rooms are spacious and bright, and most rooms have a balcony with side or front sea views. The hotel also offers Exclusive Rooms, which include VIP treatment and access to the adults-only The One Lounge.
One of the hotel´s main attractions is Amàre Club, divided into 3 areas that combine music and entertaining by the sea. Amàre Beach offers restaurant and sun bathing areas, and Amàre Pool has an outdoor swimming pool and a sun terrace. The Amàre Lounge, a relax area with a bar and café, which also features evening entertainment.
The Mare Nostrum Restaurant offers international cuisine with Mediterranean touches. You can also enjoy stunning views of the sea at the Belvue Rooftop Bar, specialised in cocktails. Restaurant Messina, awarded with a Michelin star, also offers a menu by chef Mauricio Giovanini.
A wide range of treatments are offered at the on-site spa, by Germaine de Capuccini. For stays of more than 1 night, 1 free hydrotherapy circuit per person per stay is included.
The hotel offers a range of activities for adults in Marbella, including live music shows, themed parties, and more. There is an electric car charging point located 200 metres away. Online check-in is also offered to all guests. Málaga Airport is 52 km away, and the hotel can arrange a private shuttle service on request, for a surcharge.
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5 El Oceano Beach Hotel La Cala de Mijas, Spain
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Spend a fantastic break in a beautiful part of the Costa del Sol in this luxurious hotel. The Oceano Beach Hotel provides you with great views of the spectacular coastline.
Take a dip in Oceano’s beautiful outdoor swimming pool, or lie back and soak up the sun on the pool’s terrace where standard sun beds are available free of charge. VIP sun beds are available for a surcharge. Alternatively, you can stroll down to the nearby beach and enjoy the cool waters of the Mediterranean Sea.
Ocean Beach Hotel boasts facilities that will help you unwind while on holiday. You can enjoy the various treatments available in the on-site spa, or relax in the hot tub.
Dine in the hotel’s outdoor restaurant in summer, and enjoy a light lunch in the sunshine and an à la carte meal in the evening.
Guest review score 8.9
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6 Iberostar Selection Marbella Coral Beach Marbella, Spain
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Iberostar Marbella Coral Beach is located just 1 km from central Puerto Banús. Set among lush palm gardens, the complex features outdoor pools with sun loungers, beach club, gym and rooms with private balcony. Free high speed WiFi is available throughout.
All Coral Beach’s bright, air-conditioned rooms include satellite TV, a safe and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Decorated with Arabic and Andalusian touches, many offer views of the sea, gardens or pool. Minibars are available at an extra cost.
Iberostar Marbella Coral Beach’s 2 restaurants offer Mediterranean and Andalusian cuisine. One of them is a buffet restaurant and the other á la carte restaurant is located at the hotel's beachfront club. A poolside bar serves light snacks.
A massages service is available for a surcharge. There is also a games room available.
Central Marbella is just 4 km away, while Malaga Airport can be reached in 45 minutes by car. There is a free public car park outside, whereas private covered parking spaces are available at an extra cost.
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7 Beach Hotel Dos Mares Tarifa, Spain
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Set on Tarifa’s unspoilt Los Lances Beach, Beach Hotel Dos Mares offers an outdoor pool with views of the sea and Morocco, a tennis court, gym, windsurf school and horse riding.
At Dos Mares you can choose between Moroccan-style rooms and bungalows. All units are air-conditioned, while bungalows also feature a terrace. There is a flat-screen TV, safe and minibar, as well as a private bathroom.
The Dos Mares kitesurf and windsurfing school offers courses for all abilities. There is also a volley net on the beach. Storage for equipment is available.
The Dos Mares has a restaurant, 2 cafés and a snack-bar on-site. Guests can also enjoy massage services for a surcharge.
There is free WiFi in all areas and free on-site parking. Reception is open 24 hours, and you can hire a bicycle from the tour desk.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 72 EUR.
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8 Hotel Benalmadena Beach Benalmádena, Spain
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Located next to Benalmadena’s Torre Bermeja Beach, Hotel Sentido Benalmadena Beach offers an outdoor swimming pool and a free WiFi throughout. Each room is air-conditioned and has a private balcony. Most rooms feature sea views.
Hotel Sentido Benalmadena Beach has a restaurant and a bar with a terrace. Puerto Marina Harbour is just a 5-minute walk away, where there are also many bars and restaurants.
There is also a 24-hour reception at the Sentido Benalmadena Beach. It offers a tour desk, where staff can help to arrange activities in the area, including watersports and golf.
The Benalmadena Beach is 350 metres from Bil-bil Castle and less than 2 km from Benalmadena Train Station. Malaga airport is a 20-minutes drive away from the hotel and Marbella is a 30-minute drive away.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around 71 EUR.
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9 BQ Andalucia Beach Hotel Torre del Mar, Spain
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Offering rooms with balconies and sea views, BQ Andalucia Beach is set on Paseo de Maritimo Promenade, 50 metres from Torre del Mar’s Poniente Beach. It features an outdoor swimming pool and small spa.
The BQ Andalucia offers simple décor with tiled floors and wooden furnishings. Each room has a flat-screen TV and a fridge. WiFi is available for an additional charge.
The Andalucia Beach's restaurant serves traditional Andalusian dishes. There is also a café-bar and a rooftop terrace bar.
The hotel spa has a hot tub and Turkish bath. Massages are also available.
A courtesy changing room with showers is available for guests after check-out.
Torre del Mar's El Copo District is 5 minutes’ walk from the hotel, and has a range of shops, bars and restaurants. The hotel has easy access to a long stretch of beach, which leads on to Caleta de Vélez Marina, 2 km away.
Guest review score 8.3
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10 Cabogata Beach Hotel Retamar, Spain
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Nestled in a paradise, located on the beachfront and framed by the panoramic views of Cabo de Gata, the Bay of Almeria and the Mediterranean Sea, after a complete and luxurious refurbishment the new 5 star hotel Cabogata Beach combines the cosmopolitan atmosphere of a 5 star city hotel with the unparalleled charm of a resort.
Due to its magnificent location, the Cabogata Beach is the perfect base for exploring this incredible area of the Almeria coast, located just a few kilometers from the airport, close to the city of Almeria, the Alboran Golf Course and Cabo de Gata, designated as a World Heritage Site.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around 620 EUR.
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11 Hotel Miraya Beach Torre del Mar, Spain
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Hotel Miraya Beach is situated in Torre del Mar seafront and features a terrace. This 2-star hotel offers free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the bar.
At the hotel, each room has a desk. Each room includes a private bathroom with a bath and selected rooms also feature a balcony. The rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
A continental breakfast is available daily at Hotel Miraya Beach.
Speaking English and Spanish, staff are always on hand to help at the 24-hour front desk.
Málaga is 30 km from the accommodation, while Torremolinos is 38 km from the property. Malaga Airport is 36 km away.
Guest review score 8.1,
rooms from around 56 EUR.
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12 Barceló Punta Umbría Beach Resort Punta Umbría, Spain
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Barceló Punta Umbría Beach Resort is a resort set 200 metres from Punta Umbria Beach. It features 4 large outdoor swimming pools, 4 splash pools, a spa and a selection of restaurants.
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the Punta Umbria Resort offers stylish décor and its air-conditioned rooms are comfortable and bright. All rooms have satellite TV and a minibar. A safe is available for a surcharge. Most have views of either the pool area, or Los Enebrales Nature Reserve.
The resort has 4 buffet restaurants, serving a range of Mediterranean and other international food. Guests can enjoy a drink in one of the resort’s 6 bars located in the lobby and pool areas. Gluten-free meals are available upon request.
The spa and wellness centre has a thermal circuit including an indoor pool with water jets, heated loungers and contrast shower at an extra cost. There is also a large gym. Treatments available include massages and hydrotherapy at an extra cost.
Private parking is available for a surcharge. Barceló Punta Umbria has a range of sports facilities on site, such as paddle courts, sports pitches and an archery area. There are also cycling tracks around the resort.
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13 Fay Victoria Beach Rincón de la Victoria, Spain
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Situated on the beachfront in Rincón de la Victoria, The Fay Victoria Beach Hotel belongs to Añoreta Golf, a golf course located just 2.5 km from the Hotel where you can enjoy special conditions.
Hotel Fay Victoria Beach’s terrace café is set directly on the seafront promenade. Typical local cuisine is served in the airy buffet.
Rooms at the Hotel Fay Victoria Beach have wooden floors and bright décor. They include satellite TV, a rental safe and a bathroom with a hairdryer.
Information about the region is available from the hotel’s 24-hour reception desk. Staff can also arrange car hire and airport transfers.
Hotel Fay Victoria Beach is located on the Costa del Sol, a 5-minute drive from the A7 Motorway. Málaga city centre is 15 km away, while Málaga Airport is within a 30-minute drive.
Guest review score 7.3,
rooms from around 46 EUR.
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14 Urban Beach Torrox Costa Torrox Costa, Spain
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Set overlooking the sea, in a tranquil area of the town of Torrox Costa, on the Costa del Sol, this is a smart hotel equipped with an outdoor swimming pool and views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Enjoy a cooling dip in the swimming pool after soaking up the hot Andalusian sunshine. Grab a drink from the poolside bar and lie back and unwind on your sun lounger with a book.
Each of the rooms in this hotel is light, airy and spacious, ideal for relaxing in tranquillity, and enjoying a typical Spanish siesta. You can also enjoy great views of the sea from many of the rooms.
Finish your day by dining in the on-site restaurant, where you can enjoy a wholesome meal with all the family, and without leaving the hotel. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 7.7
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15 Vincci Selección Aleysa Benalmádena, Spain
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This beachfront boutique hotel with outdoor swimming pool and hot tub overlooks the Mediterranean Sea. It has direct access to Benalmádena's Las Gaviotas Beach, and all its spacious rooms offer sea views.
Vincci Selección Aleysa’s modern, air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a full-led 42-inch TV with satellite channels, as well as a CD and DVD player. They also include a laptop safe box, a small fridge and an electric kettle. The stylish bathrooms include a bathrobe, slippers and toiletries.
Free yoga and pilates classes are available on request in the hotel's garden, overlooking the sea. Vincci Selección Aleysa also offers courtesy cars upon request.
Vincci Selección Aleysa Hotel Boutique & Spa's restaurant serves international food. The hotel's breakfast includes products for celiacs. There is also a snack bar, terrace and lounge-bar.
Puerto Marina leisure port, including a shopping centre and several bars and clubs, is 1.5 km from the hotel. Torrequebrada Golf Course is less than 10 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 9.5,
rooms from around 150 EUR.
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16 Hotel Cala Arena La Isleta del Moro, Spain
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Facing the beachfront, Hotel Cala Arena offers 1-star accommodation in San José and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and shared lounge. Offering a bar, the property is located within 200 metres of San Jose Beach. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.
At the hotel, all rooms come with a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, the units at Hotel Cala Arena have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms will provide you with a terrace. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.
Museum of Almeria is 39 km from the accommodation, while Almeria Air Raid Shelters is 40 km from the property. Almeria Airport is 29 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 9.4,
rooms from around 360 EUR.
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17 Hotel Azalea Playa Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain
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Providing free WiFi, Hotel Azalea Playa offers rooms in Chiclana de la Frontera, 150 metres from Playa La Barrosa Beach. This 2-star hotel offers luggage storage space. Guests can make use of a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.
All units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom fitted with free toiletries, while some rooms include a terrace. The units at Hotel Azalea Playa include air conditioning and a wardrobe.
Jerez Airport is 56 km away.
Guest review score 9.3
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18 Gran Hotel Miramar GL Málaga, Spain
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Stay in the heart of Málaga.
The luxurious Gran Hotel Miramar GL is set in a listed XX century building and is located in Malaga, 10 metres from La Malagueta Beach. This beachfront hotel has a spa centre and a seasonal pool.
Featuring views of the beach, the garden, or the city, the elegant rooms at this hotel are air conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and an entertainment media library, as well as Bluetooth sound system, USB and HDMI connections. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom equipped with a bath, mirror with temperature and clock and Bulgari toiletries.
The hotel restaurant Príncipe de Asturias offers International cuisine with a Mediterranean touch, as well as an informal snack bar. It also has roof-top chill-out terrace where guests can enjoy drinks, and stunning sea view.
Breakfast is served at the pool level and it consist on an extensive buffet offering a great variety of fruit, cold meat and cheese, pastry, and a show-cooking part for your on-demand requests.
Other facilities include a children's pool and a seasonal miniclub, or a wide range of meeting and conference rooms.
Alcazaba is 700 metres from Gran Hotel Miramar GL, and the city centre is a 10-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 9 km from the property.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 828 EUR.
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19 Hipotels Barrosa Park Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain
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Offering modern rooms with spacious balconies, Hotel Barrosa Park is located on La Barrosa Beach in Novo Sancti Petri. It features a spa, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a restaurant.
Each bright, modern room at Hotel Barrosa Park has air conditioning, satellite TV and a minibar.
Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast in the Barrosa Park’s restaurant. À la carte options are available for dinner and there is also an evening entertainment programme.
The Barrosa Park’s spa features a sauna, hot tub and Turkish baths. There are also tennis courts and Novo Sancti Petri Golf is set next to the hotel.
The Barrosa Park is a 10-minute walk from the centre of Novo Sancti Petri, while Chiclana de la Frontera is 10 km away. Cádiz is a 40-minute drive from La Barrosa.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 58 EUR.
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20 Hipotels Flamenco Conil Conil de la Frontera, Spain
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This Andalusian-style hotel offers indoor and outdoor swimming pools, paddle tennis courts and direct access to Conil Beach. Each air-conditioned room has satellite TV and a balcony, many with sea views.
Hipotels Flamenco Conil has a poolside terrace and garden areas with sun loungers. The on-site gym includes a sauna and hot tub.
The hotel’s buffet restaurant serves varied international meals. There is also a poolside bar and a piano bar, where you can enjoy live music or flamenco shows.
Rooms at the Flamenco Conil have bright décor and dark wood furniture. They all include a seating area, and some have a flat-screen TV. Bathrooms come with a hairdryer.
The hotel is a 5-minute drive from Conil de la Frontera, on the beautiful Costa de la Luz. Cádiz is 45 km away, while Jerez Airport is 75 km away.
Guest review score 9.2
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21 Hotel Silken El Pilar Andalucia Estepona, Spain
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Facing the beachfront, Hotel Silken El Pilar Andalucia offers 4-star accommodation in Estepona and features a terrace, restaurant and bar. This 4-star hotel offers a tour desk and luggage storage space. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.
A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available daily at the property.
La Rada Beach is 200 metres from the hotel, while El Cristo is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Gibraltar International Airport, 48 km from Hotel Silken El Pilar Andalucia.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 119 EUR.
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22 Hotel Alborán Carboneras, Spain
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This beachfront hotel is located in Carboneras beach, next to Cabo de Gata Nature Park. Hotel Alboran offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi.
All rooms have plenty of natural light, a flat-screen TV and private bathroom with free toiletries.
Staff at the tour desk is happy to provide tourist information.
The famous playa de Los Muertos Beach is only 10 minutes’ drive away from Hotel Alboran. You can drive to Almeria in 1 hour.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around 46 EUR.
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23 Hotel Carboneras Cabo de Gata Carboneras, Spain
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Facing the beachfront, Hotel Carboneras Cabo de Gata offers 4-star accommodation in Carboneras and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge and terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar. Certain units at the property feature a balcony with a sea view.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. The units include a wardrobe.
A buffet breakfast is available every morning at Hotel Carboneras Cabo de Gata.
Speaking English, Spanish, French and Italian, staff are ready to help around the clock at the reception.
Carboneras Beach is 400 metres from the accommodation, while Playa del Algarrobico is 2.4 km away. The nearest airport is Almeria, 58 km from Hotel Carboneras Cabo de Gata, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 9.1
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24 Marriott's Playa Andaluza Estepona, Spain
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Marriott's Playa Andaluza beach resort in Estepona, Spain, is situated on the Costa del Sol near the exclusive "Millionaire's Paradise" of Puerto Banus.
Our Estepona beach resort offers exclusive, private apartments featuring a master suite with oversized bath tub, full kitchen, separate living and dining areas and washer and dryer for all the conveniences of home.
The property's Solera Restaurant serves a range of international and traditional Andalusian food.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around 129 EUR.
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25 Hipotels Barrosa Palace & Spa Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain
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Set overlooking the beach, the Hotel Barrosa Palace is a luxurious property located near the town of Chiclana de la Frontera in Andalusia.
Unwind in the spa and beauty centre in the hotel, which is complete with a hot tub. You can also go for a swim in the indoor or outdoor swimming pools, and enjoy a stroll around the complex’s gardens in the evening.
The hotel has excellent restaurant and bar facilities. In El Enebro Restaurant you can dine from the à la carte menu.
Visit the lovely town of Chiclana de la Frontera, set on the Costa de la Luz in southern Andalusia. This is also an ideal area for golf lovers, with lots of courses nearby.
Guest review score 9.0
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26 Hipotels Gran Conil & Spa Conil de la Frontera, Spain
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Situated on the seafront at Fontanilla Beach, this 4-star spa hotel offers a sea-view outdoor pool surrounded by gardens. Free WiFi is provided. Conil town centre is 1 km away.
Hipotels Gran Conil & Spa offers 3 paddle tennis courts, as well as a sauna and Turkish bath for an additional cost. Guests can also work out at the gym or simply relax in the heated indoor pool. Massage service is also available.
Private balconies and flat-screen satellite TVs are standard in all spacious modern rooms. Each is air-conditioned, offering a safe and minibar. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and toiletries.
A buffet breakfast and dinner is served at the Gran Conil's restaurant. There is also a snack bar and poolside bar.
Parking is available on site and you can hire a car at the 24-hour reception. Currency exchange is also offered.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 64 EUR.
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27 Iberostar Selection Andalucia Playa Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain
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Located just off the beautiful La Barrosa Beach in Novo Sancti Petri, this Andalusian-style hotel offers an outdoor pool and extensive gardens. Iberostar Selection Andalucia Playa also includes a spa area. Free high speed WiFi is available throughout.
Rooms at the Iberostar Selection Andalucia Playa come with air conditioning and satellite TV. Garden or sea views can be enjoyed from the balcony.
The Spa Sensations offers massages and various beauty treatments. Guests have access to the facilities at Iberostar Royal Andalus, including the children's pool and water park.
The Iberostar Real Novo Sancti Petri Golf Club is just 250 metres from the hotel. There are tennis courts 400 metres away at the Iberostar Sports Centre.
Iberostar Selection Andalucia Playa offers a range of bars and restaurants, including a poolside bar which offers lunchtime snacks, an á la carte restaurant and a buffet restaurant. During summer there is live music at the Lobby Bar.
Guest review score 9.0
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28 Royal Hideaway Sancti Petri Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain
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Located on the beachfront of Barrosa Beach in Sancti Petri, Royal Hideaway Sancti Petri features 5 outdoor pools with hot tubs and Andalusia’s largest spa.
The U-Spa includes a heated indoor pool, a hydrotherapy circuit, fitness centre and beauty and wellness treatments.
The Royal Hideaway Sancti Petri (formerly Barceló Sancti Petri Spa Resort) has 5 restaurants and 4 bars. There is also an Irish pub with a bowling alley, an outdoor amphitheatre and an Indian-inspired music lounge.
The avant-garde rooms include a private balcony, a flat-screen TV and digitally controlled lighting, window blinds and air conditioning.
Easily accessible from the A48 Motorway, the Royal Hideaway Sancti Petri is just 20 minutes’ drive from Cádiz and 35 minutes from Jerez. There are 3 golf courses within 5 km of the hotel.
Guest review score 9.0
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29 Hipotels Playa La Barrosa - Adults Only Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain
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Offering modern accommodation, Hipotels Playa La Barrosa - Adults Only is on La Barrosa Beach in Novo Sancti Petri. It features seasonal indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a gym and several restaurants.
Each spacious, air-conditioned room at Hipotels Playa La Barrosa features a balcony. There is a satellite TV, a minibar and a bathroom with a bath or shower.
The Barrosa offers a la carte dishes, featuring traditional cuisine, in the Kulinarium Restaurant, set on the pool terrace. The hotel also offers a sports programme during the day and live music at nights.
Hipotels Playa La Barrosa features a sauna and tennis courts, and there is a massage service for an extra cost. Surrounded by gardens, it is set next to Novo Sancti Petri Golf Club.
The hotel is a 10-minute walk from the centre of Novo Sancti Petri, while Chiclana de la Frontera is 10 km away.
Guest review score 8.9
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30 Hotel Hurricane Tarifa, Spain
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The Moorish-style Hurricane Hotel faces onto the beach in Tarifa, southern Andalucia. It offers views of the Straits of Gibraltar, 2 swimming pools and a restaurant.
All rooms in the Hurricane Hotel have air conditioning and central heating, as well as a minibar and safe. Some rooms have sea views.
The hotel has a gym and sauna, and also arranges yoga classes and massage. It also has its own stables, and horses can be hired to explore the surrounding area.
The Hurricane’s restaurant uses produce from its own garden, homemade pasta and local fish and seafood. It also offers charcoal-grilled meats.
In front of the hotel is a spot for surfers, as well as a surf school. Just 2 km away is Valdevaqueros Beach. The hotel is just off the N-340 road.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 130 EUR.
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31 Hotel las Calas Agua Amarga, Spain
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Situated in Almería’s Cabo de Gata Nature Reserve, Hotel las Calas is 20 metres from Agua Amarga Beach. Rooms include satellite TV and private terraces overlooking the gardens or sea.
The las Calas Hotel is built in a typical Andalusian style and is surrounded by gardens and terraces. Each air-conditioned room is named after a different nearby bay, and includes a minibar and a bathroom with hairdryer.
Las Calas offers continental breakfast in the bright dining room.
Guests can rent a free bicycle from Hotel las Calas to explore the fishing village of Agua Amarga. The surrounding nature reserve is ideal for diving, hiking and horse riding.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 77 EUR.
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32 Puerto Antilla Grand Hotel Islantilla, Spain
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Puerto Antilla Grand Hotel is located on Islantilla Beach in Huelva province. It offers 5 swimming pools, spa, fitness centre and a children's miniclub.
The air-conditioned rooms at the Puerto Antilla are decorated in Mediterranean style. They come with a satellite TV and a safe. The private bathrooms come with a hairdryer. Free WiFi is available.
Hotel Puerto Antilla's Los Porches Restaurant serves buffet meals. There are also 2 à-la-carte restaurants, one indoor and one outside, open in summer. There is also a poolside bar.
The hotel’s spa features an indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and Turkish baths, and a range of massages and beauty treatments are available. There is also a varied entertainment service for adults and children.
Staff at reception can provide information about what to see and do in the surrounding area. Faro International Airport is around an hour’s drive away.
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33 Valentin Sancti Petri Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain
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Hotel Spa Valentin Sancti Petri is located on La Barrossa beach, next to a golf course. Set within gardens, it features rooms with balconies or terraces, free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor swimming pools and a spa.
Rooms at the Valentin are brightly decorated and air conditioned. Each has a desk, satellite TV and a minibar.
Guests can choose from a selection of buffet cuisine in the Zahara and Cazorla restaurants. The hotel’s 2 à la carte restaurants are open during the summer months and feature terraces. There is also a tapas bar, and in the summer month, a beach bar.
The on-site spa, as well as a sauna and Turkish baths are available for an extra cost. It also has a fitness centre.
The Valentin Sancti Petri provides an entertainment programme for children and adults. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can arrange bicycle and car rental, as well as provide information on excursions.
Guest review score 8.9
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34 Barceló Conil Playa - Adults Recommended Conil de la Frontera, Spain
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Barceló Conil Playa - Adults recommended has a restaurant, fitness centre, a bar and shared lounge in Conil de la Frontera. Featuring a garden, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests.
At the hotel, all rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV. All guest rooms feature a wardrobe.
Guests at Barceló Conil Playa - Adults Recommended can enjoy a buffet breakfast.
The accommodation offers a terrace. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and car hire is available at Barceló Conil Playa - Adults Recommended.
La Fontanilla Beach is 700 metres from the hotel. The nearest airport is Jerez, 51 km from Barceló Conil Playa - Adults Recommended, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 66 EUR.
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35 Hotel Agaró Chipiona, Spain
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Set on the beachfront at Regla Beach and featuring an outdoor infinity pool, Hotel Agaró is located in Chipiona. This hotel offers 2 restaurants, a bar, and 24-hour front desk.
Each air-conditioned room at the hotel has a satellite TV, minibar, and safe, while the private bathroom includes a bath or shower and hairdryer. Some rooms feature a terrace with views of the sea.
The hotel restaurant Gastro Bar Agaró serves à la carte meals, while the Moscatel Restaurant offers a buffet service. A seafront bar is also available. Guests can enjoy a shared terrace with sea views. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Private parking is available onsite for an extra charge.
The tallest lighthouse in Europe is 350 metres from the Hotel Agaró. Jerez de la Frontera, with its 17th-century cathedral, is 30 km away.
Guest review score 8.8
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36 Hotel Balcón de Europa Nerja, Spain
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Stay in the heart of Nerja.
Built into the Balcón de Europa rock face, this hotel enjoys direct access to Caletilla Beach. It features an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant with stunning sea views. Free WiFi is available.
Located in the centre of Nerja, Hotel Balcón de Europa is close to many shops, bars and restaurants. The Nerja cave paintings are 3 km away and Malaga Airport is approximately 60 km away.
The hotel offers spacious rooms with seasonal air conditioning and heating, and a private bathroom. They also include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
The hotel has a TV room and a sauna. The swimming pool is heated during winter months. Other facilities include a courtesy late check-out area subject to availability, consisting of changing room with shower and toilet.
Parking is available for a surcharge only 200 metres away from the property.
The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 50 minutes drive from the hotel.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 114 EUR.
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37 Hotel Duque de Najera Rota, Spain
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Hotel Duque de Najera has an ideal location next to Rota's beach and marina, on the beautiful Cadiz Bay. It has an outdoor swimming pool, sauna and fitness centre.
The Duque de Najera also has a sun terrace and a nice garden. There are 2 restaurants and a bar. Room service is also available.
The hotel offers wonderful views of the bay. It is a short walk from the historic centre of Rota. There is a ferry service to Cadiz.
Rooms at the hotel are spacious and comfortable. They all have a balcony. Rooms have twin beds, air conditioning and free internet access. Two rooms are adapted for disabled access.
The hotel’s 24-hour reception offers currency exchange and a tour desk. Car and bicycle hire are also available.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 76 EUR.
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38 Hotel El Chaparral Mijas, Spain
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Facing the beachfront, Hotel El Chaparral offers 4-star accommodation in Mijas and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a bar. Private parking is available on site.
At the hotel, every room is fitted with a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all units at Hotel El Chaparral have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms will provide you with a balcony. The units include a safety deposit box.
A continental breakfast is available daily at the accommodation.
Popular points of interest near Hotel El Chaparral include Playa El Chaparral, Playa de Las Doradas and Playa de La Cala - La Butibamba. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 37 km from the hotel.
Guest review score 8.8
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39 Hotel Fuerte Conil-Resort Conil de la Frontera, Spain
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Hotel Fuerte Conil-Resort is a large complex set on Fontanilla Beach, 15 minutes’ walk from the centre of Conil. It features an outdoor swimming pool, a spa and free WiFi.
Featuring a balcony or a terrace, all rooms have seasonal air conditioned and heating. Each has satellite TV and a hairdryer in the bathroom.
El Olivo Restaurant serves international cuisine and the poolside El Buche restaurant specialises in fish and rice dishes such as paella. There is also a bar with evening entertainment several nights a week and a snack bar with several options.
The on-site spa is available upon request, at an extra cost. It has a sauna, hot tub and a hydrotherapy circuit. Massages and treatments are available. There are also 2 gyms and 2 heated indoor swimming pools, all available for free. Guests can use the tennis court for an extra charge. Online check-in is available to all guests.
Set in 24,400 m² of gardens, Hotel Fuerte Conil-Resort also has poolside sun terraces. In summer, the Forti Club organises activities for children. The hotel offers a range of daily activities such as visits to Conil and its botanic gardens. Wine and olive oil-tasting sessions are organized occasionally.
Jerez Airport can be reached in a 50-minute drive, while Seville is 150 km away. The hotel offers private parking at an extra cost.
Guest review score 8.8
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40 Hotel La Española Chipiona, Spain
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Hotel La Española is around 30 metres from Playa de la Cruz del Mar Beach in Chipiona, on the Costa de la Luz. It features a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.
Rooms at the Española are bright and spacious. All have air conditioning, flat-screen TV and some rooms feature a balcony.
Facilities at La Española include bar, Andalusian-style courtyard and solarium. Guests can take advantage of bike and car rental.
Hotel La Española is around 30 minutes’ drive from Jerez de la Frontera and its airport. Guests can easily access many of the Costa de la Luz’s beaches and Doñana National Park.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 40 EUR.
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41 Hotel Paraíso Del Mar Nerja, Spain
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Featuring direct access to Burriana Beach, Hotel Paraíso Del Mar is located in Nerja. This restored villa offers rooms with a hydromassage bath and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Surrounded by gardens, Hotel Paraiso Del Mar has an outdoor swimming pool, open in summer. Guests can also relax in the on-site hot tubs and sauna.
The hotel offers free Wi-Fi throughout. Staff at the 24-hour reception can arrange airport transfers and provide information about the area. Nerja’s old town is just a 10-minute walk away.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 88 EUR.
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42 Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only Nerja, Spain
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Facing the beachfront, Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only offers 4-star accommodation in Nerja and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden. With a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy Spanish dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar.
All units in the hotel are equipped with a TV with satellite channels. Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only provides certain units with sea views, and every room has a balcony. At the accommodation every room is fitted with bed linen and towels.
Guests at Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only can enjoy a buffet breakfast.
The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at this 4-star hotel.
Speaking German, English, Spanish and French, staff at the reception can help you plan your stay.
Popular points of interest near the hotel include Torrecilla Beach, El Salon Beach and El Playazo Beach. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 68 km from Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 77 EUR.
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43 Parador de Nerja Nerja, Spain
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Parador de Nerja offers direct lift access to Burriana Beach and wonderful views of the Costa del Sol. It has an outdoor pool, tennis courts and free WiFi throughout.
The Parador’s air-conditioned rooms have views of the sea or the charming town of Nerja. Each spacious room includes a flat-screen TV and minibar.
The hotel’s elegant restaurant serves a varied breakfast buffet and traditional Andalusian dishes. Specialities include fried baby fish, garlic soup and goat in almond sauce.
Situated on a clifftop, the Parador Nerja is 5-minute walk from the town’s shops and bars. There is easy access to the N340 Coast Road, and on-site parking is offered.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 105 EUR.
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44 Playa de la Luz Rota, Spain
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Set between forests and natural sand dunes, Hotel Playa de la Luz offers direct access to Rota Beach. The hotel has free WiFi, and a seasonal Beach Club and terrace.
All rooms at the Playa de la Luz come with a private balcony or terrace. Featuring simple décor, they are equipped with satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a hairdryer.
The hotel has 2 large patios with palm and orange trees. There is a buffet restaurant, as well as homemade tapas and a summer terrace.
Sports facilities at Hotel Playa de la Luz include a tennis court, fitness centre and table tennis. Guests can also play pétanque, volleyball and padel tennis.
Rota is famous for its castle and Botanical Gardens. Punta Candor and La Ballena Beaches are within walking distance of the hotel and Cadiz is a 50-minute drive away. Parking is possible at the hotel for a surcharge.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 63 EUR.
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45 Servigroup Marina Playa Mojácar, Spain
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Located on the seafront in Mojacar, Servigroup Marina Playa offers 4 swimming pools, a reserved area on the beach and a wellness centre. Marina Mojácar Golf Course is just 50 metres away.
Servigroup Marina Playa’s modern rooms come with LCD TV, a mini fridge and free Wi-Fi connection. Safes can be rented on request.
The Marina Playa’s restaurant serves buffet meals, including themed buffets and children's menus in summer. There is also a poolside bar, an Irish pub and a snack bar on the beach.
Servigroup Marina Playa offers 3 saltwater swimming pools and a heated pool, which is covered during the winter. There is a wellness centre, which guests can use for an extra charge, featuring a gym, sauna, hot tub, Turkish Bath, massages and various face and body treatments.
The hotel has 4 paddle tennis courts, available for an extra charge. There is an on-site children’s playground and a kids club.
Located on the Costa de Almeria, Hotel Marina Playa is within an hour’s drive of Almeria Airport and city centre.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 100 EUR.
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46 The Oasis by Don Carlos Resort Marbella, Spain
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The Oasis by Don Carlos Resort, part of Don Carlos Leisure Resort & Spa, is 10 km from Marbella, and 5 minutes’ walk from the beach.
With a private terrace, the air-conditioned rooms have modern furnishings and elegant decoration. They include a flat-screen TV, iPod docking station and a private bathroom with bath or shower. There is free Wi-Fi throughout.
This luxurious property offers its guests access to the resort’s impressive facilities. Don Carlos Leisure Resort & Spa has several bars and restaurants, including the seasonal restaurant Ombú Thai, set in the resort's tropical gardens. The Terrasse Cocktail bar offers live music and panoramic sea views and the resort’s private beach club offers a VIP area for The Oasis by Don Carlos Resort guests.
Guests at The Oasis by Don Carlos Resort have free access to the Wellness Center spa circuit. There are also 7 clay tennis courts on site. The resort main swimming pool is heated and offers free hammocks.
Marbella old town is 10 km from the property, while you can reach Malaga Airport in 30 minutes by car.
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47 Trafalgar Polo Club Vejer de la Frontera, Spain
Resort. Trafalgar Polo Club has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Vejer de la Frontera. The property is around 2 km from El Palmar Beach, 2.5 km from Zahora Beach and 29 km from Novo Sancti Petri Golf. The accommodation features room service, a concierge service and organising tours for guests. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a dishwasher, a microwave, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. The rooms include a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while some rooms are fitted with a patio and some have sea views. At the resort each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. A continental, vegetarian or gluten-free breakfast is available each morning at the property. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, in addition, bike hire and car hire are available at this resort. Club de Golf Campano is 22 km from Trafalgar Polo Club. The nearest airport is Jerez Airport, 79 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 8.8
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48 Almuñecar Playa Spa Hotel Almuñécar, Spain
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This hotel is on the beach, 600 metres from Almuñecar’s Old Town. It features a spa and a pool with water slides. All rooms have a private balcony with views.
Almuñecar Playa Spa Hotel also has a mini-golf course and table tennis facilities on-site. The pool is surrounded by free sun loungers. Entertainment is available for adults and children.
Each room has air conditioning, a ceiling fan and heating. There is satellite TV, a minibar and a safety deposit box to hire.
Spa centre access is available for an extra charge. Facilities include a sauna and steam room, and you can relax with a massage.
The Almuñecar Playa Hotel offers a varied buffet breakfast. There are several bars and a large restaurant. The restaurant offers a baby corner, with complimentary facilities for parents to use, such as a microwave and a fridge for baby food.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 67 EUR.
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49 Barceló Punta Umbría Mar Punta Umbría, Spain
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The Barceló Punta Umbría is situated on Punta Umbría’s picturesque beach, 10 minutes’ drive from Huelva. This luxurious hotel features a spa and is set around a large outdoor pool with Balenese beds.
The Punta Umbría offers Andalusian-style décor and its bright rooms are spacious and air conditioned. Most rooms have a balcony or a terrace, while all of them come with a flat-screen TV, and free Wi-Fi.
The hotel has a buffet restaurant offering varied international and local cuisine. There is also an à la carte restaurant, which is open during the summer and offers great sea views. Gluten-free dishes are available on prior request.
There is a modern paid spa area with a heated indoor pool, hot tub, Turkish bath and sauna. The on-site therapists offer a range of treatments,
including hydrotherapy, massage and aromatherapy. There is also a modern gym. Paid private parking is available.
The Punta Umbría is 10 minutes' walk from Enebrales Nature Reserve.
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50 Doña Pakyta La Isleta del Moro, Spain
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Facing the beachfront, Doña Pakyta offers 4-star accommodation in San José and features a garden, shared lounge and terrace. Providing a bar, the property is located within 400 metres of San Jose Beach. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.
A buffet breakfast is available at the hotel. At Doña Pakyta you will find a restaurant serving Mediterranean and local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.
Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around San José, like hiking and cycling.
Museum of Almeria is 39 km from Doña Pakyta, while Almeria Air Raid Shelters is 40 km away. Almeria Airport is 29 km from the property.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 459 EUR.
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