7 fantastic family-friendly hotels in Spain

Whether you’re travelling with a toddler, a teen or any age in-between, you’ll want an accommodation that welcomes your whole merry band of travellers. Our data scientists have done the research for you and identified this selection of Spanish properties that families love.

Catalonia Ronda, Ronda

Not only does Catalonia Ronda’s rooftop pool have sensational views but it’s located just steps away from the hilltop town of Ronda’s main attractions. It’s popular for guests with kids, with the friendly service particularly appreciated. The staff at Catalonia Ronda takes care of the little things like valet parking, so that you can free yourself from logistics and take full advantage of quality time with your family.

Hotel Cuevas, Santillana del Mar

In the northern Spanish province of Cantabria, the village of Santillana del Mar attracts visitors from far and wide to its perfectly preserved medieval streets. Its misleading name (in Spanish, santa means saint, ilana means flat and mar means sea – yet the village has none of these features) has earned it the nickname, the ‘Town of Three Lies’. It is, however, home to the Cave of Altamira where you’ll find phenomenal prehistoric cave paintings bound to captivate the whole family. After visiting the cave and connected museum, you can recuperate in the calm interior of Hotel Cuevas, waited on by the amiable staff. For kids, there’s also the outdoor pool and for parents, a vintage Volkswagen bus bar, while the spa baths in certain rooms are another highlight.

H10 Casa Mimosa, Barcelona

H10 Casa Mimosa is right in the heart of Barcelona, with hospitable and helpful staff and views of Gaudí’s Casa Mila from the rooftop terrace – providing guests with a calm oasis after a day of sightseeing. The family can fuel up on the continental breakfast buffet before hitting the sights, and return to the hotel for a relaxing end to the day, cooling off by the pool.

Suitopía – Sol y Mar Suites Hotel, Calpe

Suitopía has truly been designed with families in mind; there’s everything you need to keep the children busy, while parents can take a break and relax. If the kids aren’t exhausted after a day splashing their way through the hotel’s waterslides and outdoor pools, there’s plenty of indoor fun to be had. You can explore the games areas (suited to various age groups) and in high season, each day is filled with animation activities for the little ones. As for older familly members, the spa and the sky bar are also popular features.

Catalonia Magdalenes, Barcelona

Here’s another high-scoring Barcelona hotel that will make choosing from the city’s extensive selection of accommodation a whole lot easier. With its top-notch location in the Gothic Quarter and a rooftop pool and sun terrace, Catalonia Magdalenes provides cool relief from the busy streets below. Dining in Spain is a late-night affair, so you’ll be pleased to know that hungry kids (and adults) can fill up on the hotel’s free afternoon snacks to keep them going until dinnertime.

Hotel Carlos I Silgar, Sanxenxo

Sanxenxo is known for its gorgeous beaches and Hotel Carlos I Silgar is just 50 metres from one of these golden sandy stretches. Families get to make the most of the beach, while also having the chance to escape at peak hours to the hotel’s swimming pools. There’s even a dedicated children’s pool, where kids can splash about at any time. Parents will also appreciate the spa area and impressive staff.

Resotel, Villares de la Reina

If you’re travelling between the north and south of Spain or towards Portugal, Resotel is a great pit stop for you and your family. Its fun, motorsports-themed décor is complemented by the friendly, personal service. It has its own petrol station, 24-hour shop and front desk, and is conveniently located just off the Valladolid motorway. The hotel has great WiFi, cots and family rooms, children’s TV channels and babysitting services. And if your family includes four-legged members, Resotel also welcomes canine guests.