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Barceló Costa Ballena Golf & Spa

4.0 star property
Golfers enjoy days on the course before retreating to private balconies under starlight or gathering with friends at one of three inviting pools

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Barceló Costa Ballena Golf & Spa is near golf courses and a white sand beach. Enjoy thalassotherapy at U-spa, international dishes at Restaurante Albatros, or explore on horseback. Free in-room WiFi, three outdoor pools, and a children's pool with loungers.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Golf view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Double Room (Golf)

  • Golf view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room (Familiar Use)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Golf view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Double Room (Spa)

  • Golf view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room

  • Golf view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room (Familiar Use)

  • Golf view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room (Familiar Use)

  • Golf view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Studio Suite, Hot Tub (with outdoor hot tub)

  • Golf view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Studio Suite

  • Golf view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Rota, Barceló Costa Ballena Golf & Spa is next to a golf course and on the beach. Barbadillo Winery and Gonzales Byass Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ballena Beach and Corrales of Rota. Luna Castle is another place to visit that comes recommended. Kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Rota travel guide
Map
Urb. Costa Ballena. Avenida Reina Sofia, s/n, Costa Ballena, Rota, Cadiz, 11520

What's nearby

  • Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Playa Agua Dulce
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Playa de las Tres Piedras
    4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Ballena Beach
    4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Naval Station Rota
    9 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Puerto de Santa María Station
    21 min drive
  • Jerez de La Frontera (XRY)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Venta Las Tinajas
    7 min drive
  • La Tapería De Mirian
    9 min drive
  • Restaurante Venta El Pinar
    7 min drive
  • Budha Candor
    8 min drive
  • chinini beach
    8 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 18 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurante Albatros

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Dining table
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thalassotherapy
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2005
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
The Junior Suite room type is accessible by 1 flight of stairs. The Junior Suite With Hydromassage Bathtub room type is accessible by 1 flight of stairs.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 18 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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

We should mention

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
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 11 years old are not allowed in the health club without adult supervision
Guests under 4 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Barceló Costa Ballena Golf & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Barceló Costa Ballena Golf & Spa pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 18 per day. Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Barceló Costa Ballena Golf & Spa?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Barceló Costa Ballena Golf & Spa?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Barceló Costa Ballena Golf & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Barceló Costa Ballena Golf & Spa?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is Barceló Costa Ballena Golf & Spa located?

Located in Rota, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course, 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Ballena Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Corrales of Rota and Luna Castle. Barbadillo Winery and Gonzales Byass Winery are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Barceló Costa Ballena Golf & Spa Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 323 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 323 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 323 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 323 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 323 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Resort like hotel in a golf community proximal to the beach. Staff was helpful, parking is ample and easy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Acceptable for business stay

Restaurant was buffet style and above average. Staff was pleasant and helpful. AC in the room was underwhelming and non existent at some times causing me to awake in the middle of the night sweating. The rooms were clean and presentable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ludovic

Liked: Cleanliness
I understand that it was February, but the hotel was really not welcoming. The weather was nice, but there was not really any table and chairs outside apart a few in front the main area. The swimming pool was closed, what it's normal for February, but with a fence around it. It really looks terrible! At some point, it was sunny and I wanted to work outside, there was not table and chair near our bedroom where the wifi signal was good, so we had to choice that going where we can find some table and chairs outside the bar and the reception area, where the wifi signal was very inconsistant. I can see on my laptop that there was another wifi signal for the events, that one appeared to be strong and good. I asked to the reception if there was a way for them to give me the code as the general wifi was not keeping cutting and I can't sit near our bedroom where there was not table and chair outside, the person at the reception replied frankly: NO, it's not possible. I was not happy and he told me he was going to ask his manager. I came back 10 mins later, nothing, it was clear that he didn't ask... I expressed very clearly how I was disappointed not necessary about the weak wifi signal, but more about the fact that the staff at the reception was clearly ignoring us, they even didn't pretend. I was told that someone from management will get back to us, we left the following day and nobody came back to us. Extremely disappointed. Also, if you've got children, it's not a family hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jevon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing! The whole trip was excellent. We had issues with our lights but they always sent someone quickly to address it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fabien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Good hôtel confort and very Good service!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

We stayed one night half board and we really enjoyed it. Asian buffet for dinner was excellent. Bed was comfy and it was quiet. Just what we wanted. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

maria

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice hotel with big room near the golf course but needs improvement as the air condition and the hair dryer did not work for example
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joselito

Average
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disappointed that pools were closed. Needs some exterior maintenance. But all in all would refer to a friend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Eric

Liked: Staff & service
There was no live entertainment at all.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Paramjot

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
If the very helpful Concha had not been at this hotel then the stay would have had a minus figure for a review. Concha’s hard work and conscientiousness was limited by the people around her. The reception desk was mostly helpful but some not: 1. On enquiry about the semi-inclusive option Nadia told me it was available only to group bookings. A later enquiry directed at another clerk explained the daily rate and minimum requirement of a 7 night subscription. 2. We had repeated issues with vegetarian meals - Nadia was short and unhelpful. Daily restaurant issues - unsuitable for vegetarian All standard options were for non-veg. I had to make a request every morning. 1. Some days I had just a salad. 2. Given a plate of uncooked bland tofu. 3. plant-based burger and other plant-based items with a few veg. 4. wraps with roasted vegetables and bland tofu but no seasoning whatsoever. 5. One day reception told me that it was not possible to cater for a vegetarian. 6. One good meal - lasagne It was very much a a luck of the draw on who was at reception and who was in the kitchen. Hotel Room -AC did not work (fixed on day 2) but very ineffective. The room was warm; no option to adjust the AC controls. Suitability for families? Kids club is seasonal. nothing for young children to do. If you have a car you could find activities; without a car you could easily spend Euro100 per day on taxi alone. Restaurant opens at 7.30pm - too late for young children.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Frukost ok men buffén på kvällen vill jag inte rekommendera
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Florbela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quarto limpo e staff simpático.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo bien. Solo Los restaurantes famosos del hotel solo abren en finde.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

VANESA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente estancia para un familia. Zona tranquila, el hotel muy bien.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relax

Nos gustó todo, la playa muy bien a 10 mnt andando, el hotel fabuloso y ROTA fantastica
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Valérie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Choix de l'hôtel hors cadix, très bonnes prestations, pas adaptées à notre séjour mais valeur sûre .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel recomendable

Hotel bueno, cómodo entorno agradable, comida excelente
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Es la tercera vez que me alojo en este hotel, y en esta ocasión la experiencia no ha sido tan positiva como en las dos ocasiones anteriores. A nuestra llegada nos anunciaron que éramos los clientes VIP del día y tendríamos unas amenities en la habitación. Cuando llegamos a la habitación, había una bolsa de patatas fritas y una de almendras del minibar encima de una repisa, acompañadas de una carta de la Dirección del hotel. Esas eran las amenities por ser VIP. Habría sido mejor no hacer nada, la verdad. Al comunicarlo al responsable como feedback constructivo, tomaron nota, pero tampoco hicieron nada al respecto. La calidad del buffet ha bajado mucho. El tomate triturado era de lata a granel, la leche sin lactosa tenías que calentártela tú mismo en el microondas porque los camareros no servían nada en la mesa, y los productos sin gluten estaban todos metidos en una cesta a modo de revoltijo, abiertos y con papel de film como si fueran de uso particular. Una vergüenza para ser un Barceló de 4 estrellas. Al comentarlo al encargado del comedor, su respuesta fue: así es como se hace aquí. Y se quedó tan tranquilo. Cada vez que alguien de las habitaciones colindantes salía de su habitación, nuestras camas vibraban como si hubiera un terremoto. También lo comunicamos para que Mantenimiento revisara las puertas, pero nada se hizo al respecto. Las instalaciones están bien, y siempre fue un hotel agradable, pero claramente la dirección y gestión ha cambiado, y no está a la altura.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Pedro Miguel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel 4* próximo da praia com qualidade.

Hotel com ótima piscina, bom pequeno almoço com variedade e diversidade, localizado próximo da praia, acessível a pé. Próximo também de locais de interesse para alimentação, como supermercado, restaurante e café. Próximo também de área de serviço para abastecimento e lavagem da viatura.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

rondreis van andalusie

goed hotel vlak bij golfterrein, goed ontbijt en avondeten
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Habitaciones amplias y muy limpias, buenas vistas al campo de golf y excelente atención de todos los trabajadores del hotel. Lo único malo es que el parking que estaba completamente vacío era de pago, un detalle que no nos gustó para una cadena de hoteles del nivel de Barceló. El desayuno tipo buffet tiene gran variedad y calidad
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

inmaculada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sobresaliente

Me he alojado fue ra de temporada y el descanso está asegurado. Habitación super amplia con cama muy cómoda y 3 almohadas a elegir según gusto. Se ve todo muy nuevo En definitiva, togo genial y del 10
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Moisés

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Camas muy cómodas, personal agradable, competente y resolutivo. Habitación espaciosa con terraza, tranquilidad (mitad de Octubre 2023). Las instalaciones geniales, puedes disfrutar de piscina, gimnasio, circuito termal (20€ x 90min). Servicios de restauración geniales.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Das Hotel hat unsere Erwartungen leider nicht erfüllt. Im Zimmer angekommen waren diverse Mängel vorhanden (Klospülung defekt, die Beleuchtung fiel aus, Betten bewegten sich hin und her da auf Rollen, Klimaanlage könnte nicht geregelt werden, etc.). Der „Front Desk“ war mitsamt das unfreundlichste und arroganteste das wir auf unsere 10 tägigen Reise getroffen haben und hat erst mit Nachdruck auf Beschwerden reagiert. Wir geben dieses Hotel definitiv keine 4 Sterne.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023