Best Luxury Hotels in Spain

The Grand Hotel Las Dunas is a five-star hideaway on the New Golden Mile, between Marbella to the east and Estepona to the west. Evocative of a Spanish hacienda, with sub-tropical gardens stepping down past fountains to an infinity pool, and onto cinematic views of the Mediterranean sea, and the Strait of Gibraltar to the mountains of north Africa. Recently reopened as part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, this feels like the calmest sea-facing five-star on this stretch of the Costa del Sol.

AC Hotel Cartagena, located in the historic port city of Cartagena in the Murcia region, offers contemporary accommodation in a convenient city-centre setting. With 107 guest rooms and suites. The design is minimalistic, with neutral tones, clean lines, and large windows allowing natural light to flow through.

Guests can enjoy Mediterranean cuisine and light bites at the hotel’s restaurant and bar, which serves both local specialities and international dishes. A wellness area with a sauna provides a space for relaxation, while a well-equipped fitness centre is available for those who wish to maintain their exercise routine during their stay. The property also offers an outdoor pool, ideal for cooling off in the Spanish sun.

Positioned near Cartagena’s historic attractions, like the Roman Theatre and city walls, the hotel caters to both leisure and business travellers.

Standing proudly on a hilltop overlooking the city (just a ten-minute stroll to the centre), this grande dame with a terracotta facade is both aristocratic and elegant. Conceived in 1910, the building was inspired by the Nasrid Palace, paying detailed homage to local architecture and culture in its design. It received a full refurbishment in 2017 for maximum modern comfort that retains the traditional elements and regal Moorish features. The hotel’s à la carte restaurant, Principe, serves a range of Mediterranean and international food inside and on the terrace, with far-reaching views. Single rooms through to two-bedroom suites are offered at the Hotel Alhambra Palace.

Once a church, convent and private residence, this 400-year-old building (known locally as the Convento de las Oblatas) remains unchanged from the outside. When sold in 1996, it became the first five-star hotel in the city. What used to be an orchard has been re-invented as a lovely garden. The church area is now the venue’s gourmet restaurant, Villena, run by chef Rubén Arnanz and serving locally influenced dishes, created using award-winning techniques. Additionally, Áurea Convento Capuchinos offers a spa with a jetted pool, a sauna, a Turkish bath and relaxation areas added to create a wellness retreat within its grounds.

Child and pet-friendly, this cosmopolitan AC Hotel provides the option of family rooms among its selection of 106 accommodations. There’s an onsite restaurant, the AC Lounge, where you can enjoy a meal with your travel companions, and refuel each day with a hearty breakfast. On the terrace, you’ll be surrounded by the aroma of close-by olive and lemon trees, as you sip on a cocktail and unwind from the day’s sightseeing. The hotel also has a fitness centre, parking and event space, for guests travelling on business.

A 14th-century Dominican monastery, this hotel has historic river view rooms (singles through to suites) in its Casa Grande and minimalist self-catering villas overlooking the vineyards. Christopher Colombus once stayed in the Tuscan inspired property, which is located in the lush Duero Valley, just 10 minutes from the city centre. It incorporates a winemaking hacienda – frequent guided tours are offered – and from which the hotel’s wine cellar is stocked. Produce from the onsite organic farm is also served in gourmet restaurants. Hacienda Zorita exudes understated luxury, with two pools, a terrace and open-air movie nights in the summer.

New to Sitges is the Sabàtic Sitges, Autograph Collection hotel. This chic hotel features 90 stylish and comfortable suites, each with a balcony or sea view terrace and interiors of neutral interiors designed by Barcelona-based interior designer, Sandra Tarruella. The hotel’s Mediterranean restaurant, Pasatempo, led by renowned Catalonian chef Rafa Peña and features an idyllic outdoor terrace. Guests can also enjoy an adults-only outdoor pool, daily wellness activities like yoga and Pilates, and stunning views of the Balearic Sea.

Reserved for adult travellers, La Isla y El Mar was the first hotel in the world to receive the Biosphere Responsible Tourism certificate, awarded by the Unesco Institute for Responsible Tourism. Alongside its 81 modern suites, is The African Secret, the hotel’s wellness centre, a buffet dining area and an on-trend a la carte restaurant. If you’re in need of some time in a cool, calm oasis, book a stay here. 

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.

Six Senses Ibiza offers guests an all-encompassing experience that is rooted in the local culture, and celebrates music, art, sustainable fashion, wellness and spirituality – all characteristics that have become synonymous with the island. Set on the crystalline Cala Xarraca, the hotel comprises 116 guest accommodations in the form of townhouses, pool suites and beachfront caves. The spa expands over 1,200 square meters and offers a range of pioneering treatments, and the range of activities; such as yoga, SUP, mountain biking, cooking will suit every level of energy. Organic, seasonal and responsibly sourced ingredients are served in every restaurant and are crafted into delightful dishes by Celebrity Chef and founding father of new Israeli cuisine, Eyal Shani. Guests will feel truly relaxed and organically rejuvenated after their stay at Six Senses Ibiza.

Situated right beside San Lorenzo beach and close to the old town, Hotel NH offers the opportunity for sun, sea, sand and sightseeing. It has 64 bedrooms, of which many enjoy sea views (some also have a hot tub and balcony). Summer days are best spent at the rooftop terrace and pool, plus there’s a wellness area with a spa, Turkish bath, fish spa, treatment rooms and a gym on hand for the less clement weather. A daily morning buffet is presented in the breakfast room, with lunch and dinner served Cantabrian style in Amares. The hotel is pet-friendly and accessible.

This five-star hotel in the Murcia region offers refined Mediterranean accommodation within a world-class sports and leisure resort. Featuring 192 rooms and suites with pool or golf course views and interiors of warm terracotta tones, polished wood, and classic furnishings, that creates a relaxed yet sophisticated ambience. Guests can enjoy a diverse culinary scene with restaurants serving Mediterranean, Spanish, and international cuisine, along with stylish bars for evening cocktails. The on-site wellness centre includes a tranquil spa offering massages and treatments, a full fitness centre, and both indoor and outdoor swimming pools. The hotel caters to families with a dedicated kids’ club, while adults can access exclusive club lounges. Standout features include three renowned golf courses, 28 tennis courts, professional football pitches, and proximity to Calblanque Natural Park and the Mar Menor beaches. Ideal for both relaxation and active holidays, this is a haven for sports enthusiasts and luxury travellers alike.