Best Luxury Hotels in Spain

Set on Ibiza’s west coast near Cala Gració, TRS Ibiza Hotel is an adults-only, all-inclusive sanctuary where contemporary style meets Mediterranean serenity. With 378 rooms and suites, the property combines coastal elegance and modern design, featuring private balconies, hydromassage bathtubs, and sea or garden views.

Guests can unwind by three outdoor pools, including an infinity pool overlooking the bay, or indulge in the Zentropia Palladium Spa & Wellness, home to a hydrotherapy circuit, sauna, and personalised treatments. The hotel’s gourmet dining scene includes Capricho for à la carte breakfasts, Helios for relaxed seaside dining, and El Gaucho for grilled specialities, with rooftop cocktails and sunset views at Gravity Sky Lounge.

A personal butler service, 24-hour room service, and exclusive access to TRS Ibiza’s premium experiences redefine the concept of all-inclusive luxury. Ideally located for exploring San Antonio’s beaches, coves, and nightlife, this resort offers a refined, adults-only Ibiza experience where calm days flow seamlessly into golden sunsets.

The Donna Portals is a boutique design hotel overlooking a pine-fringed cove in southwest Mallorca. Dutch design guru Marcel Wanders has shaped eacxh space, from the cascading pool to the illuminated iris artworks in the bedrooms, while a curated collection featuring Kaws, Ben Eine and Nick Walker brings the property further to life. Think white curves, Bearbrick collectibles, cocktails at sunset, and a coastal path through twisted pines to the superyacht marina at Puerto Portals.

Sensitively restored, this 17th-century palace retains its original charm and character, oozing with atmosphere while offering modern amenities. Guests are accommodated in 46 elegant and serene bedrooms in soft neutral colours with tactile fabrics. The in-house restaurant competes ably with local options, offering drinks and food by the glamorous outdoor pool. And the columned spa with its bamboo feature art, hydro jetted pool and hot tub is a real oasis — the perfect antidote to a hard day’s sightseeing. Hotel Hospes Palacio de Arenales makes for a lovely city spa break, or for a cultural mini-moon.

Sometimes a holiday is all about getting out and exploring. And then there are the times when the hotel is an idyllic base that becomes a destination in its own right. The Casa Munich Hotel is a case in point. Lovingly developed to be a home-from-home, the Casa Munich also boasts an astonishing location. Nestled between pearly beaches, the rolling Salinas salt plains, and the historical heart of the island, the Casa Munich is a hidden gem. Expect peace, tranquillity, crystal-clean pools, and an uninterrupted night’s sleep in crisp, cool linen. In the morning, step out and lose yourself in the beating heart of the island. This is a perfect hotel for anyone looking to explore Ibiza for the first time, or who admires articulate design and understated comfort.

Rising above a canopy of pines, with 360 views across the island, Teranka has emerged as a haven not only for a tranquil Mediterranean escape but for wellbeing retreats too. The 35-room property has a stunning infinity pool, a Garden Restaurant, and a Rooftop bar lounge. Drawing inspiration from the concept of terre d’ancrage – a secure haven amidst the elements of earth, sea, and sky – the essence of Teranka lies in its laid-back, natural aesthetic, which evokes Formentera’s free spirit. Teranka has also emerged as a well-being destination.

With far-reaching views across Toledo (which are particularly spectacular after dark when the city is lit up), this suburban estate has some of the most beautiful landscaped gardens in the region including a pond with a water feature. Stay in one of 33 bedrooms or four exclusive jacuzzi villas; all of which are soundproofed, with fine linens and private terraces commanding views of the lake, the grounds, or the swimming pool. The architecture is in keeping with a traditional countryside finca, featuring original stone walls, timber beamed ceilings and authentic tiled roofs. Cigarral de las Mercedes is especially popular as a wedding destination.

Built using ornate stone with pretty wrought iron balconies, this building dates back to the 19th century. Overlooking the marina on the Ría de Vigo estuary, the four-star hotel is within walking distance of the city’s attractions and under a quarter of an hour’s stroll from the railway station. 69 sleek monochrome rooms come with minibars, satellite TV, designer toiletries, climate control, free daily newspapers, laptop-friendly workspaces and soundproofing. Amenities include a library, a rooftop terrace, fitness facilities, a lounge bar, a business centre and La Cuaderna Restaurant serving buffet breakfast and a la carte Mediterranean cuisine.

Sierra Nevada starts the winter season with the much-anticipated arrival of a new destination hotel, Maribel. This reimagined alpine ski chalet opens under the new ownership and management of Puente Romano Beach Resort and Marbella Club, responsible for the renowned El Lodge Ski & Spa. Ideally located at the foot of the slopes, Maribel is the sophisticated ski and après ski chalet with a mix of high-altitude fun both on and off the piste for families, friends, and winter sports enthusiasts. With a season that lasts until the start of spring and coincides with the winter sports period of the Sierra Nevada resort, Maribel will have 29 rooms and suites, including the signature Maribel Penthouse Suite. Situated at 2,250 metres, with direct access to the Maribel and Águila slopes, Maribel offers its guests the perfect plan on and off the pistes. Once at this alpine lifestyle hotel, guests will find a compelling blend of wellness and dining. The hotel’s lounge and bar, with a ski-in/ski-out outdoor terrace, promises a unique après ski atmosphere. Maribel’s restaurant provides a ‘dining club’ experience with an alpine flavour. There’s even a Nordic-inspired spa where guests can rest their weary muscles after a day on the slopes and unwind under the stars.

The lagoon pool here was designed by famed Canarian architect Cesar Manrique, bordered by tropical gardens and two of the island’s loveliest golden beaches. A great choice for families, there’s a host of sports and activities for all ages, as well as a kids’ and adults’ entertainment programme. An all-day dining venue and Italian eatery are available at this stunning Costa Teguise property, alongside the nearby town centre options.

Grand Hotel Centenari Valencia, Autograph Collection is on the emblematic Plaza del Ayuntamiento, placing guests at the heart of the city. This boutique hotel combines 1920s Art Deco elegance with modern comfort, offering 53 carefully designed rooms and suites, including Deluxe Twins, King rooms, City View, Corner suites, and a signature Grand Hotel Centenari Suite. From a rooftop terrace with sweeping city views to an atmospheric all-day dining spot, the hotel invites travellers to discover Valencia in style.

With a former life as a paper mill, this 18th-century traditional Galician building has plenty of character. Rooms here face onto the pretty garden, with its water fountain, colourful window boxes, lawns and terrace. Guests can book a treatment at the spa from a menu of oriental and occidental rituals which make use of high-quality natural products, enjoy a drink in the bistro-style bar and dine at the excellent Filigrana restaurant. Family-run, the romantic hotel has 51 bedrooms and three suites, the latter incorporating living spaces, a study and a jacuzzi, as well as a reading room and a social room.

The Melia Hotel is located in the heart of Alicante, nestled between the Marina and Postiguet beaches it rises out of the glistening Mediterranean. It is the perfect hotel for those guests seeking a balance between work and pleasure as it is situated right next to the cities bustling financial area. The hotel is also near the Santa Cruz neighbourhood and the Santa Barbara castle making it a great place from which to explore the history of Alicante. The rooms are comfortable and well equipped with many boasting sea views. The hotel has two pools, a gym and a sun terrace. For those wanting to taste local and regional cuisine the hotel’s Trasluz restaurant is the perfect choice. Yet if you desire more international and creative food then look no further than the Hotel’s Bribone restaurant.