Best Luxury Hotels in Spain

Gloria de Sant Jaume boutique hotel is an exquisitely restored Mallorquin mansion that has been thoughtfully reimagined as a 14–room small luxury hotel, with a beautiful rooftop terrace with pool, and a striking basement spa with a 14-metre pool. El Patio de Glòria is amongst the city’s destination restaurants. This café, restaurant and cocktail bar is open for sophisticated, seasonal dining. Almost hidden amongst the honey-coloured streets and saffron-hued alleyways of the old town quarter, boutique hotel Gloria de Sant Jaume Palma is tucked away from the city bustle in the quiet Carrer Sant Jaume street between Avenida Jaime III and the city’s elegant Rambla, making it perfect for guests looking to enjoy the cultural, historical and gastronomic attractions of the city.

The Only You Boutique Hotel in Chueca on the Calle del Barquillo in the centre of Madrid features award-winning interior design from Lázaro Rosa-Violán. Housed in what was once a palace, it offers an effortlessly stylish contemporary luxury experience with vintage touches. Only You has a Thai-style spa, Mediterranean lounge, its own YOUnique restaurant and a British cocktail bar, the only one in the city to have collaborated with Veuve Clicquot. The hotel is centrally located in one of the hippest suburbs near the best bars, restaurants and trendiest boutiques in the city.

Book one of 53 bedrooms and suites here, including the anything-but-standard 14-bedroom Casa Privada, a private residence for you and your pals to plunge into a private pool and hot tub within your own courtyard, enjoy an exclusive in-suite treatment room and sleep serenely in a separate building from the rest of the rabble. In the main hotel, the leafy rooftop accommodates a 15-metre swimming pool, bar and eatery with Mexican dishes and Wagyu beef. And downstairs there’s the Jara bistro spilling onto Plaza Vara de Rey, with a DJ booth for a funky soundscape. From April to November the hotel is for adults only.

The Kimpton Vividora Barcelona combines contemporary design with plenty of local personality in Barcelona’s historic Gothic Quarter. This 5-star boutique hotel features stylish rooms, Spa de Vivi wellness treatments, a rooftop pool and bar with city views, Mediterranean Catalan dining at Fauna restaurant, and local vibes at GOT Coffee & Cocktails lobby bar that serves morning coffee and evening drinks, as well as hosting a social hour for guests with complimentary wines. Located steps from the Metropolitan Cathedral and City Hall, the pet-friendly Kimpton Vivadora Barcelona immerses guests within modern vibrancy of Barcelona.

The 111-rooms BLESS Madrid Hotel is a member of Leading Hotels of the World and the flagship of a new collection of properties from Palladium Hotel Group. BLESS includes urban, as well as resort properties. It features striking interior design by Lázaro Rosa-Violán; cuisine by the celebrated Spanish chef, Martin Berasategui, including his new Etxeko Madrid restaurant, spacious guest rooms and suites with bespoke ‘blessed beds’, the Magness Soulful Spa and Fitnic Power Gym. There are alluring public places to meet and share good times including the Versus Lively Lounge, a buzzing lobby bar & restaurant, the Fetén Clandestine Bar, in the basement, complete with a bowling alley and the Picos Pardos Sky Lounge.

For those who want to be pampered in every possible way, there are few hotels that can compare to the Sheraton Mallorca Arabella Golf Hotel. As you might expect golf is at the heart of the hotel’s draw and guests are able to play unlimited golf at no cost when they stay at least one night. Even those who are not big fans of teeing off will appreciate the luxurious spa treatments, numerous restaurants and services that include private airport transfers. There are amenities for children as well as adults, and the hotel is designed to be a haven just outside of the hustle and bustle of Palma de Mallorca.

The Meliá Jardines del Teide is an adults-only haven, ideally located on the Costa Adeje’s famed Golden Mile. This luxurious sanctuary offers eleven accommodation types including The Level VIP rooms with services such as private lounge, breakfast area, and pool access. The Level Presidential Suite boasts views over the Atlantic Ocean and a whirlpool bathtub on its spacious terrace. There are three delightful restaurants on offer serving local and international cuisine as well as two relaxing bars. Guests can benefit from the on-site wellness and fitness facilities including massage and beauty treatments as well as a fully equipped gym. There are two outdoor swimming pools, one of which is an expansive 700m2 retreat with a sundeck, the other is reserved for The Level customers. The hotel is pet-friendly, has all-inclusive options, and is located within close proximity to excellent amenities including a golf course.

This takes joint place (with its fellow Grand Palladium) as the largest all-inclusive hotel on the island. The family-friendly Grand Palladium Palace Ibiza Resort & Spa Ibiza is found in Playa d’en Bossa in Ibiza, alongside a seemingly endless stretch of white sand, close to Ibiza’s best nightclubs. Stay active on the tennis courts, archery field and beach volleyball court, take an exercise class or swim in the four freshwater pools (one of which is beside the sea). Relax at the Zentropia Spa & Wellness Centre and be entertained with a night at the onsite theatre. Eat at the four à la carte restaurants (including three show cooking restaurants and one on the top terrace) and drink in six bars. Guests can also access the facilities at its sister property Grand Palladium White Island Resort & Spa Ibiza.

C’an Beneït offers authentic agrotourism at the foothills of the UNESCO Tramuntana mountains in the Binibona valley. This historic fortified medieval farmhouse sits on over 70 hectares with 10 distinctive guest rooms, each reflecting the estate’s unique architecture. The estate grows its own produce including citrus fruits, vegetables and herbs, with resident gardener Sebastià tending the orchards. A separate 500m² private villa accommodates six guests with three bedrooms, private pool and full kitchen.

Immerse yourself in a true Sevillan setting amidst the hustle and bustle of the city, where the ceramics and tiles that are typical of the region merge with the elegance and modernity of the 21st-century hotel, H10 Casa de la Plata.  Each of their rooms – double, triple, junior suite, and family options – boast a light and bright design, marked by Andalusian style, to bring maximum serenity and luxury to your stay. They also have an array of areas across the hotel for meetings and events if your encounter with Seville is for business, where the same serene design is carried forward. In addition to this, the H10 Casa de la Plata desires to create the best experience for every guest who chooses to add luxury to their trip to Seville. From access to an exclusive Andalusian courtyard when enjoying your breakfast, to an impressive terrace with a plunge pool and sun loungers where you can soak in panoramic views of the city. Choose exclusivity during your next stay in Seville with the Hotel that ticks all the right boxes, H10 Casa de la Plata. 

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.

Located in the south of the island, Gran Canaria’s Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort & Spa offers guests from all over the world a Canarian getaway in comfort and style. There are 133 exquisite guestrooms and suites to choose from with offerings of private terraces, balconies and pools with splendid garden, mountain and sea views. The diverse selection of eateries includes El Churrasco and La Toscana serving Argentinian and Italian cuisine respectively while each of the four bars offers something new. The resort boasts four freshwater pools, four hydrotherapy pools and a solarium. There is also a gorgeous artificial beach and a private island. The hotel features the rejuvenating OM Spa Costa Meloneras by Lopesan and fully equipped fitness facilities. The hotel’s family-friendly amenities include an entertaining kids club and babysitting services. Guests will also receive discounts on green fees at stunning nearby golf courses.