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Playaballena Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Rota with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at Playaballena Hotel. You can indulge in massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and El Arpon serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a fitness center.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Children's pool
  • Splash pad
  • Pool bar
  • Room service

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
The current price is $205
$226 total
includes taxes & fees
May 23 - May 24

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Double Room, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room, Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Superior Double Room, Balcony

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Superior Double Room, Terrace, Garden Area

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms

  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Double Room Single Use, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite, Terrace | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Junior Suite, Terrace

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace | Terrace/patio

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room (Deluxe) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Superior Double Room (Deluxe)

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Avenida Juan Carlos I, s/n, Rota, Cádiz, 11520

What's nearby

  • Ballena Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Playa Agua Dulce - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Playa de las Tres Piedras - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Naval Station Rota - 9 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Jerez de La Frontera (XRY) - 45 min drive
  • Puerto de Santa María Station - 22 min drive
  • Jerez de la Frontera Station - 31 min drive
  • Puerto Real Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪chinini beach - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Venta El Pinar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Las Bóvedas - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Venta Pichichi - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chiringuito El Poniente - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Playaballena Hotel

Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at Playaballena Hotel. You can indulge in massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and El Arpon serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a fitness center.

All inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at Playaballena Hotel are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 324 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (up to 33 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Splash pad

What to do

  • Mini golf
  • Shopping
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Fitness center
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Spa services
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Splash pad
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Water dispenser
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

El Arpon - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Bioscore Sustainability, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 13 per person

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Full-service spa

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 32 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

The onsite spa is open 4:30-8:30 PM on Friday; 10 AM-2 PM and 4:30-8:30 PM on Saturday; and 10 AM-2 PM on Sunday.

Also known as

Hotel Spa Playaballena

Hotel Spa Playaballena Rota

Spa Playaballena

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Playaballena SPA Hotel Rota

Playaballena SPA Hotel

Playaballena SPA Rota

Playaballena SPA

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Playaballena Spa Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

Does Playaballena Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Playaballena Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Playaballena Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Playaballena Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a maximum weight of 33 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 32 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Playaballena Hotel?

You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Playaballena Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a sauna and a Turkish bath. Playaballena Hotel also has a garden and a splash pad.

Are there restaurants at or near Playaballena Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, El Arpon.

What's the area around Playaballena Hotel like?

Playaballena Hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Ballena Beach and 11 minutes' walk from Playa de las Tres Piedras.

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Reviews

Playaballena Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice sized room, staff was very friendly. The restaurant was really nice. Lots of good food options.
Brandon, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful pool area for the family . Also walking distance to the beach
Preston, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Family suite had been recently redone and looked brand new. The mattresses were new and very comfortable.
6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

😬
Sergio, 8-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Cockroaches

Our room had cockroaches. We complained 3 times to reception. On the 3rd they offered to move us to another room. We did this at midnight with 2 little kids. We were given an empty bag for the inconvenience.
Skye, 6-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Stayed in room 3040 with so much water damage to the bathroom door it prevented privacy when using the toilet. We couldn’t close the door while doing the most private of functions. The rooms don’t come with a water kettle.
James, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

El mejor en mis 56 años de vida

Además del excelente trato por parte de todo el personal, el equipo de animación, tanto para niños y adultos a sobrepasado la máxima puntuación, muy bueno es poco, a mis 56 años he de decir que son las mejores vacaciones de mi vida en general y en especial en cuanto a entretenimiento y mira que he viajado por todo el mundo, el equipo de animación, mini club (tengo un peque de casi 6 años), entretenimiento para los adultos, yoga, jumping, aquagym, mini disco, teatro ha superado mis expectativas, nunca, pero nunca, habíamos disfrutado tanto, la variedad de sus actuaciones que durante 14 días de estancia nos entretuvo de una manera excelente, sin repetir continuamente las actuaciones nocturnas. Mi hijo además de hacer amiguit@s ha quedado encantado, preguntando cuando volvemos. Así que hasta el verano que viene ;-) Eché de menos un buen colchón y un gimnasio mas grande, el que hay es minúsculo.
Angel, 14-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Es perfecto para ir con niños
Gonzalo, 5-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Espero que os sirva de ayuda...

Lo más horrible es el buffet, en el horario de comida. Super agobiante. Muchísima gente y todos como zombis. La zona de la carne a la plancha, cuando fuimos a coger antes de ayer un filete, ya se habían agotado. No preveen bien las cantidades. Luego ofrecían filetes secos y duros. Las instalaciones muy bien. Piscinas bonitas y limpias. Animadores educados y correctos. Los camareros y personal de limpieza super eficientes y correctos. La playa está al lado y es de arena finita. Paseo marítimo agradable. IMPORTANTE: solo hay 3 restaurantes en la zona para comer o cenar CARÍSIMOS,por lo que hay dos opciones: coger el todo incluido o ir a por comida al Mercadona que está al lado (media pensión). Espero que os sirva de ayuda.
Patricia, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Todo estupendo. El personal muy amable y atento
Francisco Luis, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Habitantes grandes, personal amable y cercano a la playa
Ismael, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Hotel sin ilusiones

Desde recepción asta la habitación tengo que caminar más de medio kilómetros. El servicio vip que tenía por tener una suite,está bastante desatendidos.el servicio de llegada y salida es muy frio y sin animo
Toni, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Hotel agradable

Hotel familiar muy bien situado. El buffet está muy bien aunque algo estresante por la cantidad de gente y camareros que se juntan en las horas punta.
alicia, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel fantástico

Experiencia fantástica, muy cerca de la playa. Habitaciones muy amplias, animación maravillosa, servicio muy bueno. No puedo hablar nada malo del hotel todo de 10. La animación es genial hay para todas las edades separadas por grupos está súper bien para todos y siempre pensando en todas las edades
maria jose, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel con encanto maravilloso para ir con niños o sin ellos. Instalaciones bien cuidadas y limpias. Habitación bien cuidada con muchos detalles. El jardín muy bien cuidado. Para los niños tienen muchas actividades. Super simpaticos todos. Siempre ire a este Hotel. Me tiene enamorada de por vida
Sandra, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Me gustó mucho el personal lo amable que es y a quienes son por lo que volveré a ir a ese hotel. Lo que no me gustó son las actuaciones que terminan muy pronto y no dejan ningún DJ o música para seguir en modo de discoteca. Aconsejo que se llevéis o tenían algún tipo de repelente o matamosquitos el hotel en las habitaciones, nos matan a picotaso
Miguel Angel, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

La comida de la cena no nos gusto nada
Ana Isabel, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Hotel situado en una zona genial

La llegada fue un poco caótica pues estuvimos casi una hora y cuarto esperando para hacer el check in, algo increíble y que nos hizo empezar molestos. Después el hotel está muy bien y el servicio también
Felipe Jose, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

todo bien
jorge, 7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Muy recomendable
Andres, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Hemos estado varias veces y todo fenomenal , pero esta vez en la habitación de al lado teníamos un perro que no paraba de ladrar . De lo que se trataba era de descansar y pasar unos días tranquilos y no ha podido ser . No estoy en contra de que entren los animales en los establecimientos, la persona responsable del animal sabe perfectamente del comportamiento de este y debería de pensar también en los demás . Por lo demás un gran hotel .
Carolina, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Un 10 en todo
Sara Maria, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Me gustó todo ninguna queja.
Antonio Miguel, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

todo de 10 totalmente recomendable hotel precioso
Antonio josé, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Se adaptaba Justo a lo que necesitábamos
Raul, 1-night trip