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Occidental Isla Cristina

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Museo del Carnaval

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Beach nearby, beach towels
View from room
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 12 per person)
Reception
The upscale Occidental Isla Cristina welcomes families near Central Beach with a tranquil atmosphere. Enjoy two poolside bars, a peaceful garden, sauna, and spa with massages and manicures. The surrounding area offers excellent cycling opportunities.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 34 of 34 rooms

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Double Room Single Use

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

Deluxe Apartment, Sea View (Deluxe)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
  • 55 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 55 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

Superior Double Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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View from room

Deluxe Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 62 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Room (Family Double Adjoining)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Pool View

View from room

Superior Double Room, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, Sea View (Deluxe)

View from room

Deluxe Apartment, Sea View (Deluxe)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
  • 55 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, Sea View (Deluxe)

View from room

Deluxe Apartment, Sea View (Deluxe)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
  • 55 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Sea View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Sea View

View from room

Deluxe Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 62 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Pool View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Double Room, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Sea View

View from room

Deluxe Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 62 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Pool View

View from room

Superior Double Room, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Sea View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Sea View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Apartment, Sea View (Deluxe)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Calle del Doctor Delgado Carrasco, s/n, Isla Cristina, Huelva, 21410

What's nearby

  • Central Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tourist Office of Isla Cristina - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Islantilla Shopping Centre - 10 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Isla Canela Marina - 15 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Isla Canela Golf Course - 23 min drive - 13.1 miles

Getting around

  • Vila Real de Santo Antonio Station - 29 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Belli - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Casa Alberto - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cafeteria La Coyantina - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Manuela - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Casa Manino - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Occidental Isla Cristina

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Central Beach
Located close to Museo del Carnaval, Occidental Isla Cristina provides 2 poolside bars, a terrace, and a garden. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna, and indulge in a massage, a body treatment, or a body wrap. The on-site restaurant, La Higuerita, features a poolside location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and an arcade/game room.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, a TV in the lobby, and a billiards/pool table
  • A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All 343 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Tubs or showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and daily housekeeping

All inclusive details

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

Food and beverages

Number or type of beverages limited at one or more venues

Land activities

Tennis
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Yoga

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (EUR 20 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 12 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • El Caimán
  • La Higuerita

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12 per person
  • Self parking fee: EUR 20 per day
  • In-room safe fee: EUR 5 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Property Registration Number H/HU/621

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
Reservations are required for massage services; 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
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Barceló Hotel Isla Cristina
Barceló Isla Cristina
Barcelo Isla Cristina Hotel Isla Cristina
Isla Cristina Barcelo
Barceló Isla Cristina Hotel
Occidental Isla Cristina Hotel
Barcelo Isla Cristina Hotel
Occidental Isla Cristina Barceló Hotel Group
Occidental Isla Cristina Hotel
Occidental Isla Cristina Isla Cristina
Occidental Isla Cristina Hotel Isla Cristina

Frequently asked questions

Does Occidental Isla Cristina have a pool?

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

Is Occidental Isla Cristina pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Occidental Isla Cristina?

Self parking is available for EUR 20 per day.

What time is check-in at Occidental Isla Cristina?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

What time is check-out at Occidental Isla Cristina?

Check-out is at noon.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Occidental Isla Cristina?

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

Where is Occidental Isla Cristina located?

This family-friendly Isla Cristina hotel is located on the boardwalk/promenade, within 1 mi (2 km) of Central Beach and Museo del Carnaval. Islantilla Shopping Centre and Islantilla Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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