Hotel Playa de la Luz is built on a mostly sandy stretch of beach in the resort section of Rota. The upper-middle-range property combines style and service while keeping prices much lower than competitors. Andalusian-style whitewashed buildings and gorgeous garden grounds are much more attractive than the simple guest rooms, which are nonetheless clean and include private outdoor spaces. Landscaped swimming pools (one for kids), a rooftop terrace with sunset views, and buffet style meals make it easy for families to spend the entire vacation on-site; those that want to explore should rent a car as the surrounding neighborhood is sleepy.
Hotel Playa de la Luz is built on a mostly sandy stretch of beach in the resort section of Rota. The upper-middle-range property combines style and service while keeping prices much lower than competitors. Andalusian-style whitewashed buildings and gorgeous garden grounds are much more attractive than the simple guest rooms, which are nonetheless clean and include private outdoor spaces. Landscaped swimming pools (one for kids), a rooftop terrace with sunset views, and buffet style meals make it easy for families to spend the entire vacation on-site; those that want to explore should rent a car as the surrounding neighborhood is sleepy.
The Elba Costa Ballena Beach Hotel is a large resort that’s good for beach-goers and golfers alike; it's a five-minute walk from the sand, and next to a championship golf course. The upper-middle-range, 234-room hotel has a pool and several activities for children that make it a popular family spot. But with only one swimming pool for the hotel, it can get crowded. The most unique feature is the Thalasso Spa, which purifies water from the Atlantic Ocean for its many available services. A notable downside is the distance to the main commercial area, so a car is often necessary to stay here. Travelers may want to check the similarly priced Hotel Duque de Najera, which is both seaside and in the historical center of Rota.
The Elba Costa Ballena Beach Hotel is a large resort that’s good for beach-goers and golfers alike; it's a five-minute walk from the sand, and next to a championship golf course. The upper-middle-range, 234-room hotel has a pool and several activities for children that make it a popular family spot. But with only one swimming pool for the hotel, it can get crowded. The most unique feature is the Thalasso Spa, which purifies water from the Atlantic Ocean for its many available services. A notable downside is the distance to the main commercial area, so a car is often necessary to stay here. Travelers may want to check the similarly priced Hotel Duque de Najera, which is both seaside and in the historical center of Rota.
The 324-room Playaballena Spa Hotel is a chain property with amenities typical of other hotels of this size. The best part of the hotel is its ideal location right next to the beach. Although the rooms are spacious and all come with a balcony, their decor could use a revamping. The large outdoor pool, separate children's pool, and spa are nice features, but can get crowded during high season. The hotel is located seven miles from the city center and commercial shopping area of Rota, so guests will need a far if they want to make their way into town.
The 324-room Playaballena Spa Hotel is a chain property with amenities typical of other hotels of this size. The best part of the hotel is its ideal location right next to the beach. Although the rooms are spacious and all come with a balcony, their decor could use a revamping. The large outdoor pool, separate children's pool, and spa are nice features, but can get crowded during high season. The hotel is located seven miles from the city center and commercial shopping area of Rota, so guests will need a far if they want to make their way into town.
Gran Hotel Liber & Spa is a four-pearl property located across the street from a rocky public beach in Noja. The on-site spa with a whirlpool, steam room, and indoor swimming pool with waterfalls make the property feel upscale, though there is a charge to use the facilities. The fitness center and Wi-Fi are free, as is access to the outdoor swimming pool. Half-board packages are available for breakfast and dinner buffets. There are a wide variety of rooms and suites to choose from. Some are larger than others and have private balconies, but decor is nothing special. Overall, the hotel provides a solid value but isn't as luxurious as some may expect for a hotel at this level.
Gran Hotel Liber & Spa is a four-pearl property located across the street from a rocky public beach in Noja. The on-site spa with a whirlpool, steam room, and indoor swimming pool with waterfalls make the property feel upscale, though there is a charge to use the facilities. The fitness center and Wi-Fi are free, as is access to the outdoor swimming pool. Half-board packages are available for breakfast and dinner buffets. There are a wide variety of rooms and suites to choose from. Some are larger than others and have private balconies, but decor is nothing special. Overall, the hotel provides a solid value but isn't as luxurious as some may expect for a hotel at this level.
Camping Playa Joyel is a camping facility with private bungalows and spots to pitch tents. The expansive property is built on a nature reserve with private access to gorgeous sandy beaches. There are loads of functional features like a restaurant, supermarket and bakery, and a beauty salon along with fun activities like two swimming pools, tennis courts, and a zoo with semi-domesticated animals. Offering a camping-like experience, Camping Playa Joyel's cabins may have minimal decor, tiny bathrooms, and spotty Wi-Fi (for a fee), but there's plenty of room to roam and the price is right.
Camping Playa Joyel is a camping facility with private bungalows and spots to pitch tents. The expansive property is built on a nature reserve with private access to gorgeous sandy beaches. There are loads of functional features like a restaurant, supermarket and bakery, and a beauty salon along with fun activities like two swimming pools, tennis courts, and a zoo with semi-domesticated animals. Offering a camping-like experience, Camping Playa Joyel's cabins may have minimal decor, tiny bathrooms, and spotty Wi-Fi (for a fee), but there's plenty of room to roam and the price is right.
The three-pearl Hotel & Apartment Maritimo Ris is popular with beach-loving tourists due to the easy access it provides to Ris Beach which is just across the street. The hotel has standard guest rooms and modern apartments with full kitchens (a must for the off-season when most restaurants within walking distance close) and some have views of the ocean from furnished balconies. However, beware of advertised double rooms that really have two single beds pushed together. There's an outdoor swimming pool and indoor spa facilities like a sauna and adults-only whirlpool. Wi-Fi, gym access, and parking are free but there's a charge for the daily breakfast buffet. Overall, this hotel provides a solid value considering its on-site amenities and consistently reasonable prices.
The three-pearl Hotel & Apartment Maritimo Ris is popular with beach-loving tourists due to the easy access it provides to Ris Beach which is just across the street. The hotel has standard guest rooms and modern apartments with full kitchens (a must for the off-season when most restaurants within walking distance close) and some have views of the ocean from furnished balconies. However, beware of advertised double rooms that really have two single beds pushed together. There's an outdoor swimming pool and indoor spa facilities like a sauna and adults-only whirlpool. Wi-Fi, gym access, and parking are free but there's a charge for the daily breakfast buffet. Overall, this hotel provides a solid value considering its on-site amenities and consistently reasonable prices.
Located in Garriga, a small town on the outskirts of Barcelona, the Gran Hotel Balneario Blancafort is a spa retreat ideal for travelers looking to escape the city. Surrounded by mountains, the property's grounds are nearly covered in all sorts of trees and plants to maintain a relaxing atmosphere. Rooms deliver French-inspired decor in a blue color scheme. Those looking to get pampered will enjoy the hotel's spa and wellness programing, which focuses on the healing characteristics of thermal water.
Located in Garriga, a small town on the outskirts of Barcelona, the Gran Hotel Balneario Blancafort is a spa retreat ideal for travelers looking to escape the city. Surrounded by mountains, the property's grounds are nearly covered in all sorts of trees and plants to maintain a relaxing atmosphere. Rooms deliver French-inspired decor in a blue color scheme. Those looking to get pampered will enjoy the hotel's spa and wellness programing, which focuses on the healing characteristics of thermal water.
Hotel del Oso is a luxury property with affordable rates and a welcoming staff, located a short drive from the Picos de Europa Mountains. Natural beauty and the excellent on-site restaurant are the main draws here -- the restaurant is known to fill up with locals who gather for the traditional Cantabrian cuisine. Nicely manicured grounds include an unheated swimming pool, gardens, and recreational facilities like a playground and tennis court. Rooms are decorated simply but luxuriously in a lodge theme with pine furnishings. Check out Hotel Rural Arpa de Hierba as another unique lodging option -- it's closer to the beach but further from the mountains.
Hotel del Oso is a luxury property with affordable rates and a welcoming staff, located a short drive from the Picos de Europa Mountains. Natural beauty and the excellent on-site restaurant are the main draws here -- the restaurant is known to fill up with locals who gather for the traditional Cantabrian cuisine. Nicely manicured grounds include an unheated swimming pool, gardens, and recreational facilities like a playground and tennis court. Rooms are decorated simply but luxuriously in a lodge theme with pine furnishings. Check out Hotel Rural Arpa de Hierba as another unique lodging option -- it's closer to the beach but further from the mountains.
Hotel Rural Can Pujolet is arguably one of the most unique agritourism properties on Ibiza. With a remote location, only 10 beautiful rooms with rustic decor and terraces overlooking the mountain, and a large saltwater pool, the property is a great pick for those who want to get away from it all. The restaurant serves tasty regional cuisine made with fresh produce from the hotel’s garden, and a free healthy breakfast by the pool. There is no fitness center here, but those looking to get some exercise can hike to the gorgeous cliffs nearby, with the added bonus of stunning sunsets.
Hotel Rural Can Pujolet is arguably one of the most unique agritourism properties on Ibiza. With a remote location, only 10 beautiful rooms with rustic decor and terraces overlooking the mountain, and a large saltwater pool, the property is a great pick for those who want to get away from it all. The restaurant serves tasty regional cuisine made with fresh produce from the hotel’s garden, and a free healthy breakfast by the pool. There is no fitness center here, but those looking to get some exercise can hike to the gorgeous cliffs nearby, with the added bonus of stunning sunsets.
The Sentido Cala Viñas is a three-pearl, adults-only hotel set on a cliff overlooking a small beach and picturesque inlet on Majorca's southwest coast. While the setting is superb, there's practically no local nightlife, but the party resort of Magaluf is a five-minute drive away. Most of the hotel's 240 guest rooms can claim spectacular sea views, plus all have a decent set of amenities, but they have a slightly budget feel, and bathrooms' cheap-looking soap dispensers don't help. There's an impressive spa and a modern fitness center, but it's small and poorly equipped. Also, while the pool terrace offers sea views, can get a little congested at times. Another kid-free option with striking views is the Sentido Punta del Mar in nearby Santa Ponsa, also featuring a rooftop bar, though is a bit of a trek from the beach.
The Sentido Cala Viñas is a three-pearl, adults-only hotel set on a cliff overlooking a small beach and picturesque inlet on Majorca's southwest coast. While the setting is superb, there's practically no local nightlife, but the party resort of Magaluf is a five-minute drive away. Most of the hotel's 240 guest rooms can claim spectacular sea views, plus all have a decent set of amenities, but they have a slightly budget feel, and bathrooms' cheap-looking soap dispensers don't help. There's an impressive spa and a modern fitness center, but it's small and poorly equipped. Also, while the pool terrace offers sea views, can get a little congested at times. Another kid-free option with striking views is the Sentido Punta del Mar in nearby Santa Ponsa, also featuring a rooftop bar, though is a bit of a trek from the beach.