Best Luxury Hotels in Andalucía

Don Carlos Marbella is a recently refurbished 5-star resort set in Elviria, Marbella. It offers 284 rooms and suites alongside 24 private residences, surrounded by Mediterranean pine trees. Guests enjoy two exclusive beach clubs, including the Lucia Summer Club pop-up, and the legendary Nikki Beach Marbella, a wellness spa, a Rafa Nadal tennis centre, and family-friendly facilities. The resort balances a fresh, contemporary design with a strong Andalusian character.

Said to be the birthplace of the poet Ximinez de Enciso, this boutique hotel in the Barrio de Santa Cruz is a short walk from the Gothic cathedral and the Alcázar palace. The seventeenth-century building has been carefully restored and retains the typical architectural style of a central courtyard with a fountain. Guests can look forward to daily live guitar music and can enjoy an art gallery and a roof terrace with views to the cathedral and its baroque bell tower, the Giralda. Rooms vary in size, with suites and duplexes available, and there is also a luxury apartment.

Cristine Bedfor Malaga is a creatively restored and decorated 1871 mansion, a new boutique 27-room guest house hotel that resonated with an imaginative world of storytelling and elegant hospitality. Opened this June at the corner of Calle Granada and Calle Méndez Núñez in Malaga’s historic old town, this enchanting property is the latest creation from Cristina Lozano. Each Cristine Bedfor property tells a chapter from the fictional life of Cristine Bedfor, and here in Malaga, we discover her childhood adventures on the floating island of Clementine

Part of the Marriott group, this hotel is one of the finest in the city. Declared an artistic and historic monument, the building was once the Santa Paula Convent (in the 16th century) and the Casa Morisca (in the 17th century). Its restaurant, El Claustro, is the former convent refectory, now home to a modern dining concept. 66 rooms and seven suites (some of which offer full accessibility) now occupy a total of five floors, with minibars and cable TV alongside beamed ceilings, wooden floors and views framed by arched windows. There’s also a fitness centre on-site and around-the-clock room service.

This is another converted palace with a view of the bell tower, but this one dates from the fifteenth century. Despite the recent renovation, the original features and style have been respected, with rooms grouped around the central indoor courtyard, while another patio has its own well. The attention to detail continues with the care and attention that staff give to their visitors, with even kettles being provided. Terracotta flooring cools the bedrooms, some of which contain carved wooden ceilings; spaces range from standard double to suites, and there is disabled access. A Basque restaurant features a charcoal grill, and in another nod to that region, there’s also a Pintxos Bar.

To stay at the Kimpton Los Monteros Marbella is to experience an icon reborn, to be immersed in the spirited elegance of Marbella when it first emerged as a playground for the privileged few. 195 including 60 suites and duplex suites, distributed across three buildings: Atrium, Miramar and Jardín. Luxury suites feature in-suite living rooms and spacious private terraces. Contemporary Mediterranean design by Cristina Carulla Studio with natural materials and vibrant colours. Dining includes Jara restaurant, with Mediterranean menus designed by Michelin-starred chef José Carlos García.

Situated within the Santa Cruz historic and artistic district of Seville, amongst Royal Citadels and the world’s oldest bullfighting ring, La Mastranza, is your next luxurious stay – Hotel Colón Gran Meliá. Showcasing a chic and minimalistic design, each of the 156 guestrooms and 28 suites are adorned in red and gold tones with award-winning furnishings that blend the two aesthetics seamlessly into their own. With room options to suit any kind of traveller, you can immerse yourself in each floor of the hotel which is dedicated to a different Spanish artist, such as El Greco.  Its ideal and scenic location isn’t all it has to offer, with top-class dining experiences available at the El Burladero combining traditional Andalusian cooking with a dose of modernity, and Fitness facilities to keep your body and mind in shape During your next stay in Seville, at Hotel Colón Gran Meliá you are the star, with red carpet-worthy hospitality awaiting you.

Nestled between the Andalusian mountains and the Mediterranean Sea, you will find the luxurious, family friendly Ikos Andalusia, Estepona. A hotel to cater to your needs thanks to an extensive range of lush rooms, suites and villas complete with dazzling views and pristine, private pools. The hotel’s tasteful and modern décor delivers a lavish, calming vibe to your stay. Menus curated by Michelin-starred chefs ensure an exclusive dining experience at any of Ikos Andalusia’s nine restaurants where you can savour delicacies from around the world. Everything is included in your stay and activities are made to appeal to guests of all ages – whether it’s up in the mountains or down on the cool waters of the Costa del Sol. Ikos Andalusia’s prime location and complimentary Teslas allow guests to explore the nearby national parks, charming, whitewashed villages, and historic sites with a complimentary ticket per guest.

The Westin La Quinta Golf Resort & Spa, Benahavís, Marbella, is a five-star haven for golf enthusiasts and leisure seekers. Situated in Marbella’s renowned Valley of Golf, the resort boasts a private 27-hole golf course, offering an unparalleled experience amidst the scenic backdrop of the Sierra Blanca mountains and the Mediterranean Sea. The resort features 170 elegantly designed rooms and suites, each adorned in an eclectic style that blends neutral tones with organic elements. Every room includes the signature Heavenly Bed® for a restful sleep and a private terrace that presents captivating views of the gardens, pool, golf course, or mountains.

Guests can indulge at Sunsa Restaurant, offering Mediterranean cuisine crafted from local ingredients, while The Clubhouse Restaurant & Bar provides a relaxed atmosphere for light meals and refreshments. For relaxation and wellness, the Heavenly Spa by Westin presents a sanctuary complete with thermal circuits, treatment rooms, and fitness facilities. Guests can also enjoy two outdoor swimming pools located within lush gardens, providing a serene environment to unwind.

A former 16th-century palace, this building has been restored to include Roman mosaics, marble and tiled floors and avant-garde furniture from the Renaissance era. But its rooftop is a most modern affair, with a swimming pool, banana leaf plants, a patio and four-poster daybeds proffering close-up views of the Seville Cathedral. Tuck into tapas at Pura Vida Terraza, take a tipple at the Sherry Bar and watch one of Los Seises’ live flamenco shows. Its room categories are originally named as Azahar, Olive, Sherry, La Cartuja and the Legend Terrace. The hotel is located in the Santa Cruz neighbourhood.

As part of the Marriott’s Autograph Hotel Collection, you can immerse yourself in true Spanish culture at Querencia de Sevilla while staying opposite to the famous Gothic Cathedral in the city’s most famous square. On top of its ideal location, you can find comfort like no other in their warm bedrooms and suites which feature natural fabrics and local products while its Spanish influence continues to exude. From private terraces to separate living spaces, there’s an option for every kind of need during your stay. When you are not soaking in the atmosphere of Seville or enjoying a cocktail on the El Mirador de Querencia rooftop, you can savour the true culinary delights at La Maestría or create memories with your loved ones in the adjoining bar. As well as this Querencia de Sevilla offers dining packages, a fully equipped gym and outdoor rooftop pool.Regardless of your reason for being in Seville, add that extra bit of luxury by choosing to stay at the Querencia de Sevilla, part of the Autograph Hotel Collection.

Located just minutes from the historic centre, the Barceló Granada Congress Hotel offers travellers from all over the world luxurious accommodation in the heart of Granada no matter what you’re there for. There are 249 comfortable and contemporary guestrooms and spacious suites featuring the gorgeous Panoramic Suite with Hot Tub which offers panoramic views over the city, the Alhambra, or the Sierra Nevada. Dining options at the hotel include a breakfast buffet restaurant and the Arrozante, the Home of the Rice, serving regional and authentic cuisine. There is a stunning outdoor pool area with an exclusive solarium and unparalleled views over Granada. The hotel also boasts a Wellness and Fitness Centre with a heated indoor pool, a range of treatments and a fully equipped gym. For professionals, there are 12 meeting rooms and event spaces for hosting up to 1,000 people.