Best Luxury Hotels in Andalucía

Hacienda de San Rafael is a classic Spanish hacienda surrounded by rural estate farmland, close to the romantic Andalusian capital of Seville. This palatial estate is a luxe Andalusian retreat. Guest rooms and duplex suites are found within the main manor house; whilst in the landscaped grounds are individual villa suites or ‘casitas’ with access to a dedicated pool. Facilities include a restaurant, bar; and sports like tennis and padel, as well as swimming pools, yoga and massage. Activities on offer embrace horse-riding, and cultural tours to nearby cities such as the sherry wine city of Jerez, and Seville, the capital of Andalucia.

Combine a beach holiday with a city spa break at Barceló Cabo de Gata. Its located in the district of Retamar, right next to the lido and close to the entrance of the National Park. Housing 230 bedrooms (many with sea or pool views), it’s big on facilities, including those for kids – such as a programme of activities, a children’s pool and a playground. Designed to be a home-from-home, Barceló Cabo de Gata is relaxing and comfortable, with the option of all-inclusive board. The U-Spa is a real highlight, offering a full range of treatments for individuals and couples. Guests can also take part in lessons and organised games.

A boutique ski-season hotel, El Lodge’s architecture is modelled on the traditional chalet, but with a chic personality infused by its owners, Marbella Club. Inside the Finnish wood building, you’ll find 20 bedrooms with Natura Bissé bath products, iPads, iPod docks and Nespresso machines, decorated with cowhide rugs, fur cushions and antler chandeliers, plus a Smeg fridge on every floor with refreshments. Outside is a pool and wooden hot tub (from which steam rises invitingly on a cold day) and a sauna with impressive views. The main restaurant, bar, lounge and terrace all serve dishes crafted with low-mileage ingredients and there’s a games room to keep the kids busy.

Overlooking the rolling hills and coastline of southern Spain, SO/ Sotogrande Spa & Golf Resort Hotel fuses Andalusian elegance with avant-garde design and the relaxed glamour of the Costa del Sol. With 152 rooms and suites, interiors balance local craftsmanship and bold contemporary accents, complemented by terraces and views across the Mediterranean or the resort’s manicured gardens.

The hotel’s dining portfolio includes Society Clubhouse for refined Mediterranean cuisine, IXO Tapas & Bar for inventive small plates and cocktails, and Marxa Chiringuito, a poolside restaurant bringing a modern twist to coastal dining. Guests can unwind at SO/ SPA & Health Club, a 2,800-square-metre sanctuary offering thermal circuits, wellness rituals, and cutting-edge fitness facilities.

Surrounded by championship golf courses, including Almenara, Valderrama, and La Reserva, the resort blends wellness, gastronomy, and sport in a stylish social setting. Ideal for both golfers and leisure seekers, it captures the essence of modern Mediterranean luxury.

A 350-hectare luxury estate in the Sierra de Loja between Málaga and Granada, reimagined by Unico Hotels as the ultimate Andalusian countryside retreat. The cortijo features 73 uniquely designed rooms and suites arranged like a charming white village, Michelin Guide acclaimed La Finca restaurant, Flow Spa with heated pool and hammam, plus extensive activities from horseback riding across rolling hills of olive groves and oak forests, or a visit to the local organic caviar farm. Michelin Guide acclaimed La Finca restaurant with chef Fernando Arjona and maître d’ José Briones serving exceptional Andalusian cuisine featuring Riofrío caviar, Iberian ham, and regional specialities. El Mirador poolside restaurant for regional classics including gazpacho and wood-fired Iberian secreto. Garden Lounge for breakfast. Pop-up experiences include BBQ nights with live flamenco and Andalusian guitar performances.

Founded in the 1950s by Prince Alfonso Hohenlohe, this was once the hotspot of various figures of European royalty during the summer but has since had a bit of a revival. Now renowned as an amazing health and well-being retreat as well as retaining some of the old-school glamour which had attracted the likes of Brigitte Bardot, Audrey Hepburn, and Grace Kelly to return again and again. The 35 guestrooms and 80 suites are set amongst lush subtropical gardens and many include private outdoor terraces. With white timbered roofs and a coastal-inspired pastel palette, Deluxe Beachfront rooms compliment their views of the Strait of Gibraltar; whilst private villas ooze contemporary Andalusian chic dressed nearly all in white and boasting private pools. When you aren’t lazing around in verdant walled courtyards or around one of the three pools, you can learn meditation from a master, work with a naturopath, nutritionist or fitness expert to improve your lifestyle, or enjoy a Thalassotherapy treatment or ritual at the award-winning spa – holistic wellbeing is at the core of the Marbella Club’s ethos. When you get hungry The Grill is an old-school restaurant with knowledgeable sommeliers and French fare presented under silver cloches, whilst The Beach Club has a renowned buffet of vibrant seafood, paella, pasta salads and cold meat for more casual dining. Alternatively, the Chiringuito MC Beach serves up barbequed sacks and smaller bites, perfect for poolside dining.

Set in a 19th-century UNESCO-protected palace building (that previously served as a sugar magnate’s mansion), the hotel has its own garden and an Arabian-style Bodyna Spa, creating a sense of an oasis in the bustling city. While the decor is minimalist in many areas, it has retained lots of grand original features like mosaic floors and stucco ceilings, blending cutting-edge design and a monochrome palette with heritage. 42 bedrooms are spread between the old building and a contemporary glass-walled wing. Taking advantage of its location in an artsy neighbourhood, Hospes Palacio de Los Patos often hosts live music and poetry readings.

The Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Hotel Benahavis Marbella Resort is the group’s new flagship resort in Southern Spain. Sheltered by majestic mountains, this Mediterranean resort is close to some of the country’s most beautiful ‘white villages’, the prestigious town of Marbella, and the sparkling sea. Expect a compelling combination of European elegance with upscale gastronomy across 8 dining venues, as well as exceptional leisure facilities including a super-stylish beach & racquet club, an award-winning spa and championship golf courses.

Set between the Mediterranean Sea and the Sierra de Mijas mountains, Higuerón Hotel Málaga, Curio Collection by Hilton offers a refined yet vibrant escape that blends Andalusian charm with cutting-edge design. The 290 rooms and suites feature minimalist interiors in neutral tones with floor-to-ceiling windows, private terraces, and panoramic views across the coastline or mountains.

Art and architecture feature throughout the resort, complemented by world-class amenities. Dining spans 10 venues, including Sollo, a Michelin-starred restaurant by Diego Gallego, Arara Bistro Bar for Latin-inspired dishes, and the rooftop Infinity Pool Lounge for cocktails and sunsets.

The Nagomi Spa & Beauty Centre is a destination in itself, offering hydrotherapy, wellness programmes, and Natura Bissé treatments. With multiple pools, tennis and padel courts, a state-of-the-art gym, and proximity to the Higuerón Sports Club and Beach Club, this design-led resort seamlessly combines relaxation, gastronomy, and coastal energy on Spain’s Costa del Sol.

Alfonso XIII, great-grandfather of the present king, ruled until Spain declared itself a republic in 1931, and commissioned this centrally-situated hotel during 1929’s Expo 29 in Seville. Modernity mixes with Moorish and Spanish tradition in its elegant interior and stunning facade while dining outlets complement the meeting and function rooms. Sample authentic Andalusian cooking in the restaurant, or share tapas favourites in ENA by Carles Abellán. Meanwhile, as you might guess, the Bar Americano shakes (or stirs) a mean cocktail in an Art Deco setting.

Inspired by traditional Andalusian architecture, this exclusive and luxurious hotel and resort is the perfect summer getaway. Blending the best of traditional Mediterranean lifestyle with contemporary living, the Finca Cortesin offers incredible cuisine, impeccable service and blissful tranquillity. Built around two sunny courtyards the hotel only has 67 rooms and yet feels palatial in style and space. Rooms are spacious and filled with light – a notable feature is their beautifully high ceilings. Spaces in the hotel manage to be both elegant and luxurious whilst still offering a lot of comfort. We adore the statement printed textiles which stand out against the warmly neutral décor. Surrounding the hotel is 23,000 sqm of landscaped gardens, a luxurious Thai spa, an incredible 4 swimming pools (our favourite is the heated indoor pool with views of the coast), tennis courts, and a spectacular beach club. The hotel is not lacking in dining options either – choose between the relaxed terrace restaurant El Jardin de Lutz, the Michelin-starred Kabuki Raw serving up Japanese-Mediterranean fusions, the traditional Italian brasserie from Sicilian chef Andrea Tumbarello, Don Giovanni, or casual tapas and drinks from The Blue Bar.

The Gran Hotel Miramar has brought 5-star glamour back to Malaga capital, the birthplace of Picasso. Opened in 1926 by Alfonso XIII, the hotel has been completely restored and the new interior design is different for each floor being decorated in a different style, these being either Arabic, Mediterranean or Modernist. Book one of the extraordinary signature suites, the Crown Suite (with a circular bed!); or the Royal Suite with its exceptional and expansive private, sea-facing terrace. This hotel is situated in the heart of the city of Malaga, so there are plenty of shops and museums within walking distance.