Melia Sancti Petri is consistently ranked as one of the top luxury properties in Costa de la Luz. Indeed, with a location directly on a quiet sandy beach; four solid restaurants; a spa; a fitness center; and a stunning pool deck with ocean views, the property ticks all the boxes for a relaxing, high-end stay. Rooms are spacious and bright, and feature solid amenities, including flat-screen TVs, minibars, king Dremax mattresses, and furnished terraces. Room decor, however, may feel a little bland and generic to some given the advertised five-star status, and bathrooms, although featuring marble finishes and separate showers and tubs, aren’t as decadent as one might expect of a luxury hotel.
Melia Sancti Petri is consistently ranked as one of the top luxury properties in Costa de la Luz. Indeed, with a location directly on a quiet sandy beach; four solid restaurants; a spa; a fitness center; and a stunning pool deck with ocean views, the property ticks all the boxes for a relaxing, high-end stay. Rooms are spacious and bright, and feature solid amenities, including flat-screen TVs, minibars, king Dremax mattresses, and furnished terraces. Room decor, however, may feel a little bland and generic to some given the advertised five-star status, and bathrooms, although featuring marble finishes and separate showers and tubs, aren’t as decadent as one might expect of a luxury hotel.
The 832-room, upper-middle-range Hotel Riu Chiclana is a massive, family-friendly resort offering one of the few 24-hour all-inclusive packages in the area. With a bustling atmosphere, five outdoor pools (including two heated seasonally), two kiddy pools with slides, and a full entertainment program, there is always tons going on, though those seeking some peace and quiet can book a treatment at the spa or visit the hydrotherapy area free of charge. Food is good, and options range from a main buffet with a large spread to three seasonal a la carte restaurants serving Andalusian, Italian, and international cuisine. Rooms were fully renovated in early 2018 and are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and balconies -- some have sea views. For something quieter, consider Las Dunas Aparthotel.
The 832-room, upper-middle-range Hotel Riu Chiclana is a massive, family-friendly resort offering one of the few 24-hour all-inclusive packages in the area. With a bustling atmosphere, five outdoor pools (including two heated seasonally), two kiddy pools with slides, and a full entertainment program, there is always tons going on, though those seeking some peace and quiet can book a treatment at the spa or visit the hydrotherapy area free of charge. Food is good, and options range from a main buffet with a large spread to three seasonal a la carte restaurants serving Andalusian, Italian, and international cuisine. Rooms were fully renovated in early 2018 and are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and balconies -- some have sea views. For something quieter, consider Las Dunas Aparthotel.
The 413-room Iberostar Royal Andalus is a three-pearl all-inclusive option overlooking La Barrosa Beach. It's well suited for golfers, as plenty are within walking distance or a quick shuttle ride, and the hotel also has direct access to the beach. Rooms are low-key and mostly contemporary, with reliable amenities like flat-screen TVs, minibars, and furnished terraces. However, while many of them do offer spectacular ocean views, some look a bit worn and dated. Wellness is king here: there’s a large gym, a golf course, and multiple pools, including one with a bar. Other features include a nice spa, a beauty salon, and several restaurants, ranging from casual to formal. If you prefer a more polished experience, you can try the upscale Parador de Cadiz instead, though it's more expensive.
The 413-room Iberostar Royal Andalus is a three-pearl all-inclusive option overlooking La Barrosa Beach. It's well suited for golfers, as plenty are within walking distance or a quick shuttle ride, and the hotel also has direct access to the beach. Rooms are low-key and mostly contemporary, with reliable amenities like flat-screen TVs, minibars, and furnished terraces. However, while many of them do offer spectacular ocean views, some look a bit worn and dated. Wellness is king here: there’s a large gym, a golf course, and multiple pools, including one with a bar. Other features include a nice spa, a beauty salon, and several restaurants, ranging from casual to formal. If you prefer a more polished experience, you can try the upscale Parador de Cadiz instead, though it's more expensive.
Closed in the winter, this upscale property is a classic holiday hotel, with direct access to La Barrosa Beach, gorgeous views from the balconies of its 274 rooms, poolside and beach bars, and discounted rates for the adjacent golf club. Tasteful rooms have conveniences like minibars and free Wi-Fi, but there are no coffee- and tea-making facilities. All-inclusive or half-board booking options include meals at the three restaurants, but two restaurants are closed for part of the year, and charges still apply for extras like in-room safes and sunbeds. While the town center requires a car to reach, a spa and gym, tennis lessons, live shows, and kids’ sports offer enough on-site entertainment for couples and families. The more contemporary Parador de Cadiz has chicer rooms and comparable rates in the center of Cadiz.
Closed in the winter, this upscale property is a classic holiday hotel, with direct access to La Barrosa Beach, gorgeous views from the balconies of its 274 rooms, poolside and beach bars, and discounted rates for the adjacent golf club. Tasteful rooms have conveniences like minibars and free Wi-Fi, but there are no coffee- and tea-making facilities. All-inclusive or half-board booking options include meals at the three restaurants, but two restaurants are closed for part of the year, and charges still apply for extras like in-room safes and sunbeds. While the town center requires a car to reach, a spa and gym, tennis lessons, live shows, and kids’ sports offer enough on-site entertainment for couples and families. The more contemporary Parador de Cadiz has chicer rooms and comparable rates in the center of Cadiz.