Best Luxury Hotels in Spain

On a clifftop on La Palma’s stunning southwest coast sits the grand Hotel La Palma Princess. The hotel is comprised of several three-story, Canarian-inspired buildings boasting 484 guestrooms and suites which overlook the hotel’s tropical gardens, any of the seven outdoor swimming pools, or the Atlantic Ocean from the hotel’s prime location. The hotel boasts multiple inviting dining options including a speciality restaurant with an excellent tasting menu as well as three buffet-style restaurants. The Aqua Princess Spa is available to guests and is equipped with thermal circuit and a selection of massages and treatments. The “Vital & Fitness” wellness programme offers clifftop Tai Chi lessons and an array of fitness facilities including a sports area and a fully equipped gym. While the hotel is family-friendly and features a Kids Zone and pool as well as child-friendly activities, guests are granted exclusive access to the adults-only Esencia de la Palma hotel facilities.

The Hotel Hacienda de Abajo can be found nestled in the heart of La Palma’s Tazacorte area. Spread over four buildings, the former 17th century sugar plantation has undergone complete refurbishment to become the first emblematic hotel in the Canary Islands. The interior garden of the hotel is the former orchard of the hacienda and offers a unique setting for your Canarian getaway. Choose from a collection of lavish guestrooms and suites complete with regal and traditional décor including 18th century French tapestries. Be sure to enjoy the island’s finest offerings on site for breakfast and brunch in La Salita or opt to savour gourmet Atlantic dining at El Sitio restaurant. The hotel boasts a heated swimming pool for guests looking to escape reality and relax. For those wishing to take it a step further, the spa & wellness centre offer beauty treatments and massages to enhance your stay.

The Serras is what luxury boutique hotels are made of. It is a jewel that is carefully tucked away in Barcelona with stunning views of Port Vell. The rooftop has a cocktail pool and a sitting area that affords guests gorgeous sights. There are sunbeds around the swimming pool where you can lie and soak in the sun. At night, you can sip cocktails at the bar as you watch the hotel’s Michelin-Star chef prepare different delicacies. On weekends, the bar has live DJ sessions to change things up. At The Serras Barcelona, you get to appreciate the lively neighbourhood of the El Born district and the Gothic Quarter.

The five-star H10 Atlantic Sunset Horizons Collection Hotel sits overlooking Paraíso Beach with stunning Atlantic Ocean views. This brand-new resort boasts a selection of modern rooms and suites and features a swim-up room and rooftop suite. Privilege members can enjoy the exclusive services and accommodations such as the Privilege Suite with unbeatable views from its spacious terrace or the Privilege rooftop infinity pool. There are 5 restaurants and 6 bars to choose from and expansive outdoor swimming pools including adults only infinity pool and children’s water games area. Guests can unwind in the Despacio Spa Centre with a choice of facilities, massages, beauty treatments, and a hairdressing salon. Alternatively, there is a 24-hour fitness centre and an excellent entertainment programme to keep guests of all ages entertained while younger guests can enjoy the Daisy Kids Club. The hotel is within close proximity to the island’s top golf courses.

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.

The lavish JOIA Salomé by Iberostar (formerly Iberostar Grand Salomé) overlooks the Atlantic Ocean from its prime beachfront location. Designed with adults in mind, this seafront boutique hotel boasts deluxe suites with included personalised butler service. Throughout the spacious grounds there are seven restaurants and two bars to enjoy with live cooking and all-inclusive options. Guests are invited to lounge by the two outdoor pools and indulge in the never-ending sea views. Alternatively, there is a relaxing 1,000m2 SPA Sensations with a choice of massages and treatments available. There is also a two fitness centres with personal training options and an array of sporting and water sports activities to take part in. The JOIA Salomé by Iberostar hotel is located near a golf course.

The Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife boasts spectacular views and direct beach access. The hotel is comprised of 365 luxurious rooms and 259 suites and features the Nirvana Tower’s top-floor Rock Star Suite with private butler services, Rock Royalty Level reception and a terrace overlooking the Altantic Ocean. There are six restaurants and six bars to choose from as well as multiple inviting swimming pools. Guests can relax and rejuvenate in a more than 1,500m2 Rock Spa with exclusive treatments, a thermal circuit, and the only snow cabin on the island. The spa also caters to your desires with an outdoor heated pool, an indoor cold-water pool, and a hydrotherapy pool. There are live music performances and events in addition to the personalised musical services available from The Sound of your Stay programme. Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife is family-friendly and offers the Hard Rock Roxity Kids Club. There is an iconic on-site Rock Shop to discover memorabilia and merchandise. It is also pet-friendly and is offers its Unleashed programme.

Located on the stunning Fañabé Beach, the Iberostar Selection Anthelia is one of Spain’s best all-inclusive hotels, not just in Tenerife. This Costa Adeje resort features a lush selection of rooms and suites, featuring the spacious Sea-View Presidential Suite with a tempting terrace and a Brazilian shower. Guests can sample local and international cuisine in the hotels’ five restaurants and 3 bars with live cooking and the Sea Soul Beach Club. There is a relaxing SPA Sensations and fitness facilities including a 24-hour gym and sporting and water sports activities. There are 2 freshwater and a saltwater swimming pools, and a children’s pool and water play area. Children can also make the most of the Star Camp activity programme and hotel playground. There are on-site tennis and paddle courts and nearby, there are five golf courses and endless possibilities in the Atlantic Ocean.

Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean is the luxurious Hotel Cristina by Tigotan Las Palmas, situated along Gran Canaria’s Playa de las Canteras. This adults-only hotel boasts 306 luminous rooms and suites with the option of beach or sea views and spacious terraces. The accommodation offers feature ‘The Romance’ – a stunning sea-view room with a whirlpool bath for two. Guests can dine in the morning or in the evenings in the Areca Restaurant. There is also the option to lounge in the Lobby Bar or soak up the sun in the Beach Club Pool Bar. This 5-star escape offers an outdoor heated swimming pool and a solarium for guests to relax in style. Guests can make the most of the fully equipped gym and state-of-the-art event spaces the hotel has to offer. Hotel Cristina by Tigotan is conveniently located near to the city’s commercial district and shopping centres.

The H10 Costa Mogán hotel is a seafront sanctuary on the beautiful island of Gran Canaria. This adults-only paradise boasts a selection of suites and junior suites offering floor-to-ceiling windows, balconies and terraces with unparalleled sea views over the shimmering Atlantic Ocean – featuring the exclusive Suite Sea View with a private jacuzzi on the terrace. Guests can choose between the à la carte and buffet restaurants or simply relax in Mogán Lounge Bar. Throughout the day La Marina pool bar and La Riviera Beach Club serve cocktails al fresco with a relaxing atmosphere. There is an outdoor swimming pool with loungers to spend the day or, alternatively, there is a fully equipped gym. The hotel offers the exciting Blue Team: entertainment programme which caters to all guests.

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.

The Aethos Mallorca is a stunning luxury hotel overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. This hotel has modern décor with elements capturing Mallorca’s signature charm and an exterior that blends into its surroundings. There is a selection of exquisite rooms and suites available with sea and mountain views with options of terraces, walk-in rainfall showers. There is an on-site restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine with an Asian twist as well as a rooftop cocktail bar to take in the views. Guests can lounge by the outdoor infinity pool or the indoor spa pool or indulge in one of the massage treatments on offer. The hotel’s wellness oasis is fully equipped with a hammam, saunas and jacuzzi. There is also an excellent fitness centre and a whole host of experiences available within the hotel and on the grounds.