Playaballena

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.5
Rated very good
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Non-smoking rooms

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About this property

Set on the beachfront, Playaballena Aquapark & Spa Hotel is located next to Costaballena Golf Course just outside Chipiona. It offers a spa, mini-golf and an outdoor pool with slides. The air-conditioned rooms feature tiled floors and bright décor. They are equipped with a private balcony and satellite TV. The on-site restaurant, El Arpón, offers buffet-style cuisine. The Capitan Ahab saloon bar serves a range of drinks. There is also a Beach Club, open during the peak season. Playaballena Aquapark & Spa Hotel offers a full entertainment program for all ages. A mini club is available for kids from 01 June until 30 September. The town of Cádiz is 45 minutes’ drive from the Costaballena. Jerez is around 40 minutes away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Spa
  • Parking on site
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Senator Hotels & Resort
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Parking available at the hotel

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Guests who stayed here loved

Tritinia_
Spain Spain
“All staff was very friendly and there were activities almost at any time of the day. Just bear in mind the kids clubs (there are 3, depending on age) are from 3 yo and on. In the restaurant, there was a show-cooking area with freshly cooked...”
J0hnny
Spain Spain
“Good amenities and activities throughout the day, wide range of food to choose from during all meals, very close to the beach and with lots of nice places to walk around.”
Ines
Portugal Portugal
“Excelent options for families with babies or children Silent Room and big beds Everything clean Very helpful staff Activities for every age A lot of pools..you cant notice the hotel is full Fantastic food..a lot of options and very...”
Zuzana
Netherlands Netherlands
“My daughter and I loved the hotel, excellent breakfast and lunches. The indoor pool was super nice and Veronika loved the kids club and I enjoyed the exercise program every day at 10 am. These programs were a lovely bonus to already pleasant stay....”
Neil
Spain Spain
“Plenty of space in the bedroom, comfortable bed and good TV reception. 4 of the 5 nights were very quiet in the hotel, ideal for my nervous dog. Friday night was busier, but as the room was near the end of the corridor we still had a quiet night”
Lam
Spain Spain
“We loved the room and hotel. Reception was not the most pleasant when we arrived but maybe it was an off day. Our work event was amazing with great food, drinks and service.”
Gabriela
Spain Spain
“The beach, the weather and spa facilities were really good. The hotel was tranquil, and the garden was a bliss.”
Ana
Portugal Portugal
“Entertainment - Schedules, diversity and specially staff. Everyone was friendly and with a smile on their face, ready to include you in any activity.”
David
Switzerland Switzerland
“Big place! Warm swimming pool and jacuzzi. Room, breakfast, easy parking, seaside location, although far from any town. Typical resort! Customer service was amazing! they even gave me a big bottle of water during check out!”
Gabriela
Spain Spain
“The location is great! Breakfast was decent, loads of options. The aqua sliders are great fun for the kids, especially the older ones. Decent size pools. Really good experience all in all.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant
  • Dietary options
    Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 12:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

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Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

For nonrefundable reservations, you must confirm your credit card details via a secure link. Playaballena Spa Hotel will send you the link by email after you have made a reservation.

Guests must present photo ID at check-in, to prove the age of children in order to obtain discounts.

All spa facilities are at an additional cost to be paid on site. The spa hours are from Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday will remain closed.

There is an additional charge for the safety deposit box service.

Please note that children between 4 and 15 years old can only use the spa facilities from 12:00 to 14:00, always accompanied by an adult. Children under 4 years old are not allowed in the spa.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), the property is implementing additional health and safety measures at this time.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.