
Best Resort Hotels in Spain
As a long-established luxury travel publication, The Luxury Editor is known for showcasing hotels that go beyond star ratings alone and focus on what really matters to discerning travellers seeking a memorable stay in a resort hotel in Spain. Service, design, atmosphere, sense of place and the overall quality of the guest experience all play a part in whether a property earns its place in our curated list.
Whether you are at the early stages of planning or already comparing a shortlist, our choice of resort hotels in Spain is a credible and useful guide, with easy booking options too.
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Canary Islands, Fuerteventura, Corralejo
Secrets Bahía Real Resort & Spa
(5 stars)This hotel and spa have been designed with adult travellers in mind. The town of Corralejo can be reached by foot in under 10 minutes. Its waterside terrace is adorned with crisp white day beds and sun loungers, plus there are two relaxing lagoon-like pools. The hotel has 245 rooms set across just three floors (with lifts to all), for a low rise aesthetic. Both dining and drinking can take place on the outdoor terraces, while indoors, La Cupula De Carles Gaig serves dishes designed by a Michelin-starred chef. Currently undergoing its latest refurbishment, Secrets Bahía Real Resort & Spa re-opens in December 2021.
Andalucía, Estepona
METT Marbella – Estepona
(5 stars)METT Marbella – Estepona is the perfect place for any traveller seeking to relax and rewind in luxury. Nestled between the majestic Andalusian mountains and the glistening waters of the Costa Del Sol, METT Marbella – Estepona is the definition pf a contemporary lifestyle resort. Guests have a great choice of rooms with some facing the sea, others the sunset and there are even a few which open onto swimming pools. The resort is a foodie’s dream with restaurants and bars offering guests a plethora of options. The Azure Beach is a bar concept imported straight from the Luxury hotels of Dubai, The Azure Beach provides guests with an area where they can swim, relax and celebrate all whilst enjoying excellent cocktails and Asian cuisine. The hotel’s Isola Italian restaurant uses all the best ingredients from across Italy and the nearby Ammos restaurant provides guests with a welcoming Greek restaurant for any occasion. Finally for guests wishing to fully disconnect from the outside world the MOI Spa offers guests luxury massages and treatments.
Andalucía, Marbella
Gran Marbella Resort & Beach Club
(5 stars)Gran Marbella Resort & Beach Club brings five-star sophistication to the shores of Elviria, one of Marbella’s most desirable beach districts. Featuring 125 rooms and 10 suites, this contemporary retreat combines Mediterranean lightness with Andalusian flair, balancing tranquillity and vibrancy across landscaped gardens, cascading pools, and sea-view terraces.
Interiors are serene and sun-drenched, with soft tones, tactile natural materials, and panoramic windows framing the coast. Guests can unwind at the Champneys Spa, offering a full suite of treatments, sauna, steam room, and indoor pool, or enjoy the 24-hour fitness centre and movement studio.
Dining spans four venues, from a Mediterranean signature restaurant to a poolside grill and stylish bar. The resort features three outdoor swimming pools, including a children’s pool, as well as direct beach access and a complimentary beach shuttle.
Located just ten minutes from Marbella’s Old Town and Puerto Banús, the resort blends refined design, beachfront serenity, and exceptional wellness offerings for couples, families, and friends seeking laid-back coastal luxury.
Canary Islands, Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen
Hotel Fariones
(5 stars)Fresh from a brand new contemporary refurb, this five-star hotel has three restaurants, a sleek ocean-view infinity pool area flanked by palms, a second rooftop-pool terrace, a nightclub and a cocktail bar. It’s found just a short walk from the lively Puerto del Carmen, on the edge of a sandy beach. Consistently rated as ‘excellent’ on TripAdvisor, Hotel Fariones’ 213 rooms all come with a balcony or terrace.
Balearic Islands, Ibiza, Playa d'en Bossa
Grand Palladium Palace Ibiza Resort & Spa Ibiza
(5 stars)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.
Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Meloneras
Lopesan Baobab Resort
(5 stars)The Lopesan Baobab Resort is a five-star sanctuary in Gran Canaria’s Meloneras area. The hotel uniquely features African-inspired architecture and décor throughout. It boasts a marvellous selection of expertly decorated rooms and suites and features the Lopesan Baobab Royal Suite and its luxurious balcony offering spectacular vistas over the Atlantic Ocean and a private whirlpool. There are four innovative dining venues, including Akara and Baobab restaurants, serving African-inspired and international cuisines. There is also an array of bars to choose from featuring Henry Stanley – located by the waterfalls in a scenic cave. Guests can lounge in a hammock by the pool or make the most of the fully equipped gym and the table tennis and water polo facilities. The hotel is family-friendly and provides a kids’ club and fun-filled facilities such as a mini disco and a water park. There is on-site entertainment for all guests to enjoy.
Balearic Islands, Menorca, Sant Lluis
Barceló Nura
(5 stars)The Barceló Nura is an upscale hotel located in the quiet area of Biniancollet, Menorca, close to Punta Prima beach. The hotel features 128 rooms, many of which include access to semi-private or shared pools. It’s designed with a modern touch that pays homage to Menorca’s traditional architecture, emphasising natural light, open spaces, and sustainable materials.
Guests can enjoy three large outdoor pools, a well-equipped wellness centre, and a rooftop bar offering panoramic sea views. The hotel’s dining options focus on local Menorcan cuisine, featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients. The Barceló Nura also caters to wellness enthusiasts with a fully equipped gym, a spa offering a range of treatments, and peaceful gardens perfect for relaxation.
The hotel’s location provides easy access to some of Menorca’s best natural attractions, making it ideal for both relaxation and exploration. Sustainability is a key focus, with the hotel implementing eco-friendly practices throughout its operations.
Balearic Islands, Majorca, Magaluf
Cook’s Club Calvià Beach
(4 stars)Book an adults-only getaway, in the heart of the action, at Palmanova, in the vibrant Magaluf area. Calvia is found between the town beaches of Palmanova and Son Matias, with a wealth of places to go and things to do, on the doorstep. Cook’s Club Calvià Beach received a full makeover in 2023 and provides both single, twin and double bedrooms. Beside the swimming pool and infinity pool, you’ll find a solarium and a stretch of hotel beach, where the scene of many a party will be held this season. Cook’s Club Calvià Beach hosts nightly live DJ sets, an indoor and outdoor bar, restaurant, sun terraces and a gym.
Canary Islands, Tenerife, Adeje
JOIA El Mirador by Iberostar
(5 stars)Located on the Costa Adeje’s ‘Golden Mile’, JOIA El Mirador by Iberostar (formerly Iberostar Grand El Mirador) is an adults-only Canarian sanctuary overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. There is an array of suites to choose from including the Star Prestige Sea-view Suite with a 30m2 terrace and access to the exclusive Star Prestige area, La Balconada. La Balconada features a pool, sun terrace and an open bar among other services. There are 3 restaurants and 2 bars to enjoy including fine dining at El Cenador gourmet restaurant. The 1,000m2 SPA Sensations offers personalised treatments and a large spa circuit, complete with a hydrodynamic pool and a whirlpool bath. The hotel has a fully equipped fitness room with sea views; a professional squash court; and discounted green fees at the top 5 golf courses on the island.
Balearic Islands, Ibiza, Playa d'en Bossa
Grand Palladium White Island Resort & Spa Ibiza
(5 stars)Just along from the Palace, is the White Island resort. It’s slightly bigger than its sibling in terms of accommodation with 430, versus 410, bedrooms. As the property is set beside the island’s longest beach on one side and overlooking the Ses Salines Nature Reserve on the other, you can opt for a seafront suite with your own jacuzzi. It offers many similar facilities as the Palace, such as a Zentropia Spa, kids’ activities at the mini club and junior club, a total of ten places to eat and drink and freeform pools fringed with palm trees.
Canary Islands, Gran Canaria, Meloneras
Lopesan Costa Meloneras, Resort & Spa
(5 stars)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.
Balearic Islands, Majorca, Portopetro
Ikos Porto Petro
(5 stars)Book a suite, a family room, or even a two-bedroom bungalow with a private pool, at Ikos Porto Petro. Everything is included here, so you don’t have to worry about cash throughout your stay. Eat by the pool, or by candlelight beneath olive trees, from menus designed by Michelin-starred chefs, across five à la carte restaurants, or grab a quick meal at the Food Hall. There’s much to keep you occupied, with spa treatments, tennis courts, paddle sports and access to a complimentary Tesla to explore further afield. Kids have their own club, managed to UK Ofsted standards.
