The Spa Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! Indulge in the ultimate pampering experience at one of these luxurious spa hotels. Designed to provide relaxation, rejuvenation, and tranquility, these properties offer an array of wellness services that range from massages and facials to yoga classes and meditation sessions. To make your search for the perfect spa hotel in in Costa de la Luz easier, I've compiled this list of top-rated properties for your consideration. So sit back, relax, and explore your options - your ultimate wellness retreat awaits!
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1 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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2 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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3 Hotel Spa Cádiz Plaza Cádiz, Spain
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Set opposite Playa de la Victoria Beach, Cádiz Plaza offers accommodation in Cádiz with free WiFi. A spa is available for an additional cost.
The Spa Cádiz Plaza’s rooms are decorated with warm, Mediterranean colours. Some rooms offer sea views and balconies. All rooms include a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee facilities.
A buffet breakfast is served in the Cádiz’s cafeteria, or on the terrace. There is also a bar in the hotel.
The spa features a private thermal water circuit for up to 4 and a number of health and beauty treatments including exclusive oxygen spa treatments.
Cádiz’s historical quarter is easy to reach and public parking is available for a discounted rate.
Guest review score 8.2,
rooms from around 111 EUR.
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4 Del Mar Hotel & Spa El Puerto de Santa María, Spain
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Located a 15-minute walk from the centre of Puerto de Santa María, Del Mar Hotel offers a spa and air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. Some rooms include a balcony.
Del Mar Hotel & Spa has an indoor pool, hot tub and Turkish bath, available for an extra cost. You can relax on the terrace or in the gardens.
The hotel's café serves a daily breakfast buffet and à la carte meals. You can enjoy meals in your room, or outside on the terrace in summer.
La Puntilla Beach and Puerto Sherry Harbour are around 1.5 km from Del Mar Hotel. Jerez Airport is just 10 km away.
Guest review score 7.8,
rooms from around 40 EUR.
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5 Senator Cádiz Spa Hotel Cádiz, Spain
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Stay in the heart of Cádiz.
Senator Cádiz Spa Hotel is located in Cádiz's old town, close to shopping centres. This hotel offers a seasonal outdoor pool, spa and fitness centre. Free WiFi is provided.
All rooms feature seasonal air conditioning and heating, a 43” TV with Chromecast streaming device and electric kettle. The bathroom comes with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Towels and bed linen are provided.
Guests can enjoy Senzia, the Senator Cádiz's urban spa, available for an extra charge. It offers a variety of treatments and features a sauna, Turkish bath and relaxation area.
Other facilities include a solarium, 24-hour reception and a snack bar. Private parking is possible onsite for an extra charge. It includes an electric vehicle charging station.
The town's port, railway and bus stations are within 5 minutes' walk of the Senator Cádiz Spa Hotel.
"The hotel cafeteria offers soccer for a fee."
Guest review score 7.8,
rooms from around 53 EUR.
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6 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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7 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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8 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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9 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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10 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.
Guest review score 8.9
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11 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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12 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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13 Parador de Cádiz Cádiz, Spain
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Stay in the heart of Cádiz.
Set 10 minutes’ walk from the historic centre, the modern and stylish Parador de Cádiz is set in a smart, contemporary building. It offers a spa, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool with fantastic sea views.
Offering a terrace with sea or city views, each bright, air-conditioned room at this hotel comes with modern, cosy furnishings. They all feature a satellite TV, minibar and a private bathroom.
Parador Cádiz offers fine, regional cuisine in its à la carte restaurant and you can enjoy traditional tapas in the bar. The hotel also has extensive function rooms for events and celebrations.
Cádiz Parador is just 5 minutes’ walk from La Caleta Beach and is an excellent base to explore the enchanting nearby fishing villages. You can walk to San Sebastián Castle in 15 minutes.
Parador Hotel Cádiz has a 24-hour reception, a tour desk and is 5 minutes’ drive from the ferry port. Late check-out is available on request, subject to availability.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 113 EUR.
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14 Ama Islantilla Resort Islantilla, Spain
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Located in Islantilla golf course, Ama Islantilla Resort offers luxurious accommodation 5 minutes' drive from the beach. It features an indoor swimming pool and 3 outdoor pools.
The hotel offers a Health & Wellness centre where guests can relax and make use of the hot tub, steam bath and gym. Infrared & Swedish sauna’s, Balinese beds and fitness group activities are also available for an additional cost. Guests enjoy access to the 27-hole golf course for a surcharge.
All rooms feature elegant décor and a large terrace with views over the golf course or the Atlantic Ocean. Each is equipped with a satellite TV, free WiFi, coffee machine and minibar.
The hotel offers 3 bars and several restaurants, including both buffet and à la carte options. They serve a buffet breakfast and a variety of international food.
Ama Islantilla Resort offers a car rental service. Seville’s San Pablo Airport is about 1.5 hours’ drive away, and Faro Airport in Portugal is 88.5 km away.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 85 EUR.
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15 Barceló Jerez Montecastillo & Convention Center Jerez de la Frontera, Spain
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Barceló Jerez Montecastillo & Convention Center is part of the Barceló Montecastillo Hotel & Golf Resort, near the Jerez Formula 1 Track and 5 minutes’ drive from Jerez Airport. It features free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a spa.
The large, bright rooms at the Jerez Montecastillo come with their own private balcony, as well as air conditioning.
Facilities at the Barceló Jerez Montecastillo & Convention Center include tennis courts and a fitness centre, available for an extra charge. The modern spa at Barcelo Montecastillo has a hot tub, a sauna, Turkish baths and a hydrotherapy circuit. There is also an 18-hole golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus. Access to both the spa and the golf course also carry an additional cost.
Guests can enjoy buffet breakfast at El Lagar restaurant, which also serves lunch and dinner. Swimming pools and catering services are shared with another hotel located in the resort. These facilities are located 200 metres from Barceló Jerez Montecastillo & Convention Center.
Barceló Jerez Montecastillo & Convention Center is well located for the A-4 and the A-382 Motorways. The city of Jerez can be reached in 5 minutes by car.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 67 EUR.
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16 Hotel Tarifa Lances Tarifa, Spain
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Featuring a spa and 2 outdoor pools, Hotel Tarifa Lances offers accommodation in Tarifa. It offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi throughout the property.
At the hotel all rooms have a stylish dècor, air conditioning, TV, and are equipped with a terrace. Each room has a private bathroom with a shower, including a hairdryer and free toiletries.
A buffet breakfast is served daily at the buffet restaurant. There is also an à-la-carte restaurant and a pool bar. Guests can enjoy the onsite spa, fitness centre and solarium, available for an extra charge.
The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the accommodation. Punta Paloma is 10 km from Hotel Tarifa Lances. The nearest airport is Jerez Airport, 90 km from the hotel.
Guest review score 8.6
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17 Melia Zahara Atlanterra Zahara de los Atunes, Spain
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Melia Zahara Atlanterra has a beachfront location on La Plata Bay, south of Cádiz. It offers sea views, 3 outdoor swimming pools and free access to the gym and heated pool.
Guests enjoy direct access to the white beaches of La Bahía de La Plata from Melia Zahara Atlanterra. Zahara de los Atunes is 4 km away, and Barbate is within 14 km.
The wellness centre features a gym and an indoor pool. There are also paddle and tennis courts available.
The new Mosaico Restaurant offers fresh fish, salads, meat dishes and various desserts and fruits. There is also a pool bar on the lagoon pool and a beach bar "Breeza" on the beach.
Guest review score 8.5
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18 Barceló Montecastillo Golf Jerez de la Frontera, Spain
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Set within the Montecastillo Golf Course, guests at the Barceló Montecastillo Resort can enjoy golf for a surcharge. The modern resort features 2 outdoor pools, a well-equipped spa centre and free WiFi.
Facilities at the Barceló Montecastillo include a fitness centre. The spa features a hydrotherapy circuit, a sauna and a Turkish bath. There is also an 18-hole golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus. Please note that access to golf course requires a previous reservation, as well as a federation license.
The El Lagar restaurant offers international and Spanish cuisine, while El Tabanco Bar serves snacks. There is a children's playground and separate kid's swimming pool. Guests will be provided with a small bed and welcome food bowls for their pet.
Barceló Montecastillo Resort Hotel is well located for the A-4 and the A-382 motorways. The Jérez Formula One Race Track is a short drive away,and Jerez can be reached in 15 minutes by car. Seville is an hour's drive from the hotel.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around 84 EUR.
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19 Iberostar Isla Canela Isla Canela, Spain
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This Iberostar is set next to Isla Canela’s 1 km-long beach, offering views of the Atlantic Ocean. Set in gardens, this resort has an outdoor swimming pool and a spa.
Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Each of the Isla Canela’s modern, air-conditioned rooms has a balcony and contemporary décor. All accommodation has a minibar, flat-screen satellite TV and a fully equipped bathroom with a hairdryer.
The Iberostar Chef Restaurant serves buffet cuisine and also has show cooking. There is also a poolside bar and gastro bar, which offers an evening entertainment programme.
The Spa Sensations Centre has an indoor swimming pool and hot tubs. Treatments include massage and aromatherapy. A gym and a spinning room are also available in the property.
Local activities include horse riding, golf and fishing at the nearby Guadiana River. The beaches on Isla Cristina can be reached in around 35 minutes, by car.
Guest review score 8.3
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20 Estival Islantilla Islantilla, Spain
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The all-inclusive Estival Islantilla is located directly in front of Islantilla Beach, on the Costa de la Luz. It offers 3 outdoor pools, as well as air-conditioned studios and suites with private balconies.
Some of the accommodation at Estival Islantilla has sea views. All rooms have a safe, minibar and satellite TV. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
The property offers a buffet restaurant, a mexican restaurant and 2 bars including the pool bar. Guests can benefit from a varied entertainment programme and a family club.
Guests can relax in the pretty gardens, while the sun terrace around the pool has loungers. Estival Islantilla has an indoor pool and a fitness centre. The property offers access to Islantilla Beach.
Staff at the 24-hour reception can arrange car or bicycle rental and organise excursions. An airport shuttle service is available on request. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 8.3
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21 SO Sotogrande Resort Sotogrande, Spain
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Located in Sotogrande, SO Sotogrande Resort is a 5 star resort featuring a golf course with three 18-hole combinations, and several restaurants. There is also a 2500 m² spa including a hot tub, gym, sauna and fitness and wellness centre.
SO Sotogrande Resort's spacious rooms are decorated in natural tones. All air-conditioned rooms have stunning views of the golf course or gardens, and include a coffee machine, bathrobe, slippers and complimentary mineral water. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel.
Other facilities include 2 outdoor pools and 1 heated pool in the spa area, the Sotogrande Golf Academy and horse-riding centre.
There are 4 restaurants serving Andalusian and international cuisine. Guests can enjoy meals on the outdoor terraces, or relax with a drink in one of 2 bars located on-site, MIXO and Hi-SO
SO Sotogrande Resort is just 5 km from the Costa del Sol, and Gibraltar Airport is 25 km away. Guests can benefit from special rates at nearby golf courses.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 208 EUR.
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22 Precise Resort El Rompido-The Hotel El Rompido, Spain
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Located on a 36-hole golf course with views of the Piedras River Marshes, Precise Resort El Rompido- The Hotel has a peaceful setting and offers a spa and an outdoor pool. Free WiFi is available.
Set in attractive gardens, Precise El Rompido has bright, attractive rooms with balconies, most of which have sea views. Each features satellite TV and a minibar.
El Rompido features a buffet breakfast. It also has a lounge bar and a restaurant serving local cuisine. Children's club and entertainment are provided, subject to availability.
The Rompido’s spa has an indoor swimming pool, Turkish baths and a sauna. Treatments include massage and facials.
The Precise Resort is an hour’s drive from Faro and Seville Airports. Huelva is 23 km away. Free parking is available on site. A boat and train transfer to the beach is provided, subject to availability.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 85 EUR.
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23 Hotel Cádiz Bahía Cádiz, Spain
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Facing the beachfront, Hotel Cádiz Bahía offers 4-star accommodation in Cádiz and has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Some units at the property feature a terrace with a city view.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Hotel Cádiz Bahía all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels.
Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast.
Popular points of interest near Hotel Cádiz Bahía include La Victoria Beach, La Cortadura and Santa Maria del Mar. The nearest airport is Jerez Airport, 41 km from the hotel. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around 79 EUR.
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