Luxury hotels in Costa de la Luz

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Costa de la Luz. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Hotel Casa Palacio María Luisa Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

  

  Hotel. Hotel Casa Palacio María Luisa has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and shared lounge in Jerez de la Frontera. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a terrace and a bar. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Hotel Casa Palacio María Luisa the rooms come with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or gluten-free options. Novo Sancti Petri Golf is 45 km from the accommodation, while Montecastillo Golf Resort is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Jerez Airport, 14 km from Hotel Casa Palacio María Luisa. Show full description Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around 213 EUR.

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• 2 Hipotels Barrosa Palace & Spa Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain

  

  Hotel. Set overlooking the beach, the Hotel Barrosa Palace is a luxurious property located near the town of Chiclana de la Frontera in Andalusia. Unwind in the spa and beauty centre in the hotel, which is complete with a hot tub. You can also go for a swim in the indoor or outdoor swimming pools, and enjoy a stroll around the complex’s gardens in the evening. The hotel has excellent restaurant and bar facilities. In El Enebro Restaurant you can dine from the à la carte menu. Visit the lovely town of Chiclana de la Frontera, set on the Costa de la Luz in southern Andalusia. This is also an ideal area for golf lovers, with lots of courses nearby. Show full description Guest review score 9.0

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• 3 Iberostar Selection Andalucia Playa Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain

  

  Hotel. Located just off the beautiful La Barrosa Beach in Novo Sancti Petri, this Andalusian-style hotel offers an outdoor pool and extensive gardens. Iberostar Selection Andalucia Playa also includes a spa area. Free high speed WiFi is available throughout. Rooms at the Iberostar Selection Andalucia Playa come with air conditioning and satellite TV. Garden or sea views can be enjoyed from the balcony. The Spa Sensations offers massages and various beauty treatments. Guests have access to the facilities at Iberostar Royal Andalus, including the children's pool and water park. The Iberostar Real Novo Sancti Petri Golf Club is just 250 metres from the hotel. There are tennis courts 400 metres away at the Iberostar Sports Centre. Iberostar Selection Andalucia Playa offers a range of bars and restaurants, including a poolside bar which offers lunchtime snacks, an á la carte restaurant and a buffet restaurant. During summer there is live music at the Lobby Bar. Show full description Guest review score 9.0

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• 4 Royal Hideaway Sancti Petri Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain

  

  Hotel. Located on the beachfront of Barrosa Beach in Sancti Petri, Royal Hideaway Sancti Petri features 5 outdoor pools with hot tubs and Andalusia’s largest spa. The U-Spa includes a heated indoor pool, a hydrotherapy circuit, fitness centre and beauty and wellness treatments. The Royal Hideaway Sancti Petri (formerly Barceló Sancti Petri Spa Resort) has 5 restaurants and 4 bars. There is also an Irish pub with a bowling alley, an outdoor amphitheatre and an Indian-inspired music lounge. The avant-garde rooms include a private balcony, a flat-screen TV and digitally controlled lighting, window blinds and air conditioning. Easily accessible from the A48 Motorway, the Royal Hideaway Sancti Petri is just 20 minutes’ drive from Cádiz and 35 minutes from Jerez. There are 3 golf courses within 5 km of the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.0

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• 5 SO Sotogrande Resort Sotogrande, Spain

  Hotel. Located in Sotogrande, SO Sotogrande Resort is a 5 star resort featuring a golf course with three 18-hole combinations, and several restaurants. There is also a 2500 m² spa including a hot tub, gym, sauna and fitness and wellness centre. SO Sotogrande Resort's spacious rooms are decorated in natural tones. All air-conditioned rooms have stunning views of the golf course or gardens, and include a coffee machine, bathrobe, slippers and complimentary mineral water. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. Other facilities include 2 outdoor pools and 1 heated pool in the spa area, the Sotogrande Golf Academy and horse-riding centre. There are 4 restaurants serving Andalusian and international cuisine. Guests can enjoy meals on the outdoor terraces, or relax with a drink in one of 2 bars located on-site, MIXO and Hi-SO SO Sotogrande Resort is just 5 km from the Costa del Sol, and Gibraltar Airport is 25 km away. Guests can benefit from special rates at nearby golf courses. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 208 EUR.

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• 6 Villa Jerez Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

  

  Hotel. This hotel is set in a traditional noble house in the centre of Jerez, surrounded by 4,000 m² of gardens. Located just off Plaza del Caballo, the Villa Jerez is within walking distance of most of the important monuments of this sunny Andalusian city. Here you can enjoy the steam bath or gym before taking a refreshing dip in the swimming pool. You can also choose to relax with a massage before enjoying a meal in the hotel’s restaurant or cafeteria. In the area surrounding the hotel you will see plenty of evidence of the city’s rich cultural heritage. Jerez is mostly famous for 3 things: horses, flamenco and wine. A visit to one of the local wine cellars is a must. Show full description Guest review score 8.9

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• 7 Hotel Zahara Beach & Spa - Adults Recommended Zahara de los Atunes, Spain

  

  Hotel. Hotel Zahara Beach & Spa THe Senses Collection - Adults Recommended has a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and bar in Zahara de los Atunes. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking is available on site. The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV. At Hotel Zahara Beach & Spa THe Senses, rooms come with air conditioning and a private bathroom. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. An infinity pool is available for an extra fee which also includes sun beds and a cava bottle. Hotel Zahara Beach & Spa THe Senses Collection - Adults Recommended offers a terrace. Zahara de los Atunes Beach is 250 metres from the hotel. The nearest airport is Jerez Airport, 101 km from Hotel Zahara Beach & Spa THe Senses. Show full description Guest review score 8.6

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• 8 Precise Resort El Rompido-The Hotel El Rompido, Spain

  

  Resort. Located on a 36-hole golf course with views of the Piedras River Marshes, Precise Resort El Rompido- The Hotel has a peaceful setting and offers a spa and an outdoor pool. Free WiFi is available. Set in attractive gardens, Precise El Rompido has bright, attractive rooms with balconies, most of which have sea views. Each features satellite TV and a minibar. El Rompido features a buffet breakfast. It also has a lounge bar and a restaurant serving local cuisine. Children's club and entertainment are provided, subject to availability. The Rompido’s spa has an indoor swimming pool, Turkish baths and a sauna. Treatments include massage and facials. The Precise Resort is an hour’s drive from Faro and Seville Airports. Huelva is 23 km away. Free parking is available on site. A boat and train transfer to the beach is provided, subject to availability. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 85 EUR.

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• 9 Barceló Montecastillo Golf Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

  

  Hotel. Set within the Montecastillo Golf Course, guests at the Barceló Montecastillo Resort can enjoy golf for a surcharge. The modern resort features 2 outdoor pools, a well-equipped spa centre and free WiFi. Facilities at the Barceló Montecastillo include a fitness centre. The spa features a hydrotherapy circuit, a sauna and a Turkish bath. There is also an 18-hole golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus. Please note that access to golf course requires a previous reservation, as well as a federation license. The El Lagar restaurant offers international and Spanish cuisine, while El Tabanco Bar serves snacks. There is a children's playground and separate kid's swimming pool. Guests will be provided with a small bed and welcome food bowls for their pet. Barceló Montecastillo Resort Hotel is well located for the A-4 and the A-382 motorways. The Jérez Formula One Race Track is a short drive away,and Jerez can be reached in 15 minutes by car. Seville is an hour's drive from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 84 EUR.

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• 10 CASA SANLÚCAR Amplio y precioso duplex a un paso de la playa y del centro Sanlúcar de Barrameda, Spain

  

  Holiday home. Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace, and barbecue facilities, CASA SANLÚCAR Amplio y precioso duplex a un paso de la playa y del centro offers accommodation in Sanlúcar de Barrameda with free WiFi and city views. Boasting free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking and windsurfing. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. A bicycle rental service is available at the holiday home. Popular points of interest near CASA SANLÚCAR Amplio y precioso duplex a un paso de la playa y del centro include Calzada, Bajo de Guia and Playa de la Jara. The nearest airport is Jerez, 36 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 10.0

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in December 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!