The Best Beach Hotels to Book in Valencia, Spain

A five-star resort surrounded by olive groves on the beachfront, Oliva Nova’s setting alone ensures you will have an unforgettable stay. Sun, sea and mountains, combined with golf, tennis, an equestrian centre, football fields, gym and swimming pool, are sure to keep you occupied during your stay.

Located in Playa del Racó, Hotel Cullera Holiday is the ideal place for relaxation. Rooms have either sea or mountain views and let in natural light to highlight the simple decor and space. If you like cycling, there are routes for you to hire a bike and explore at your leisure. The resort also has an array of gastronomic options for when you’re done.

On the seafront of Gandia lies the Hotel RH Riviera, with unparalleled views of the sea from its terrace and rooms. A short stroll from this upscale property will take you to the sea, promenade and Gandia Yacht Club. Within the resort is a buffet restaurant, outdoor pool and a rooftop solarium so you are able to make the most of the sunshine even when you’re not on the beach.

Integrated into a dune and pine forest of the Albufera Natural Park, Parador de El Saler is a one-of-a-kind hotel that offers guests lush greenery and golden beaches. With sea views from nearly every angle, a spa, football field, outdoor swimming pool and a golf course, the hotel is almost a little world of its own. Rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows that allow the outside in and fill rooms with natural light.

If you want to explore or seek adventure, then a stay at Hotel Miramar is essential. Sports-wise you can flyboard, jet-ski, windsurf, paddleboard, sail, take a diving course or hire a catamaran. The hotel is in close proximity to the delightful Old Town, City of Science and Arts and a few local neighbourhoods in which you must try some local dishes, tapas and wine.

It’s described as an urban hotel, yet Neptuno is right on the beach. The interior is adorned with paintings and sculptures by local artists including Antonio de Felipe, Miquel Navarro, Andreu Alfaro and Willy Ramos – an art-lover’s dream. It has all the amenities you’d hope for, yet it is the personal service that makes guests return.

Known for its thematic style, Gabbeach Hotel is a small yet beautifully unique hotel in Valencia. With just 12 rooms that all differ in design and character, the property is cosy and homely, but also elegant. Other than its proximity next to Las Arenas Beach, the hotel’s USP is its restaurant serving international and traditional cuisine with fresh local produce.

A grand luxury hotel that has more than earned its five stars, Hotel Balneario Las Arenas has a relaxing ambience. Rooms are bright, spacious and equipped with everything you may need and if it’s not, then just ask as staff are more than happy to accommodate requests as they provide a truly premium service. The architectural beauty is what wins guests over, yet the elegant spa is something that completely elevates your senses.

Hotel Balandret was inspired by the El Balandrito (the Little Yacht), a famous painting by Spanish artist Joaquín Sorolla depicting a young boy playing with a toy boat by the beach. Right on the beachfront, the hotel sits amid natural surroundings that only add to its appeal. By blending art with luxury, the hotel created a hotel-restaurant that has amazing views of the Mediterranean and an extraordinary menu sourced with local produce.