Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort

Name: Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort
Address: Avenida Carla de Orleans Parcelan Rg23, Costa Ballena, Rota, Andalusia, Spain, Costa Ballena, Cádiz Province, ES
Price range: $107–$191 per night
Rating: 8.6

$160

/ night

Avg. for September

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Prices for Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort

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$160

/ night

Avg. for September

Monthly average prices

Nightly prices at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort average $93 in January, the cheapest month, and $315 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.

Average nightly price at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$93
February	$104
March	$123
April	$121
May	$121
June	$175
July	$251
August	$315
September	$160
October	$106
November	$98
December	$105

Most expensive: August (~$315)

Cheapest: January (~$93)

About this property

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. After practicing your swing on the golf course, you can enjoy other recreational amenities including a health club and an outdoor pool. This hotel...

Amenities

Business amenities

Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Dining

Grab a bite at Gades, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Snacks are also available at the 2 coffee shops/cafes. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 234 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LED televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Location

With a stay at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort in Rota, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Naval Station Rota and Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club. This family-friendly hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Playa Agua Dulce and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Golfo de Cádiz.

What's nearby

Golfo de Cádiz(0.3 miles)
Playa Agua Dulce(0.5 miles)
Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club(0.9 miles)
Ballena Beach(1.2 miles)
Playa de las Tres Piedras(1.4 miles)
Corrales of Rota(3.9 miles)
El Camaleon Chipiona(4.4 miles)
Chipiona Fishing Corrales(4.5 miles)
Playa de la Costilla(5 miles)
La Regla Beach(5 miles)
Moscatel Museum(5.6 miles)
Shrine of Our Lady of Regla(5.6 miles)
Parish of Our Lady of O(5.7 miles)
Monumento a la Luz(5.7 miles)
Chipiona Castle(5.8 miles)
The preferred airport for Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort is Jerez de La Frontera (XRY)(27.7 miles)

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Location

Avenida Carla de Orleans Parcelan Rg23, Costa Ballena, Rota, Andalusia, Spain

Golfo de Cádiz (0.3 miles)

Playa Agua Dulce (0.5 miles)

Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club (0.9 miles)

Ballena Beach (1.2 miles)

Playa de las Tres Piedras (1.4 miles)

Corrales of Rota (3.9 miles)

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Room options

Double Room, Golf View (3 Adults)

Room details

1 Twin Bed

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 3

322 ft²

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)

Junior Suite, Terrace, Golf View

Room details

1 Full Bed

and

1 Twin Bed

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 4 Adults)

Room details

1 Full Bed

and

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 4

645 ft²

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)

Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 3 Adults + 1 Child)

Room details

1 Full Bed

and

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 3

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Sherry Suite (2 Adult and 2 Child)

Room details

1 Full Bed

and

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Double Room, Golf View

Room details

2 Twin Beds

1 Full Bed

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 3 Adults)

Room details

1 Full Bed

and

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 3

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Double Room Single Use, Golf View

Room details

1 Twin Bed

323 ft²

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)

Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 3 Adults + 2 Children)

Room details

1 Full Bed

and

3× Twin Beds

Sleeps 3

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Double Room, Golf View ( 2 Adults + 1 Child)

Room details

1 Full Bed

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)

Junior Suite For Single Use

Room details

1 Full Bed

2 Twin Beds

420 ft²

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Junior Suite, Terrace (3 Adultos)

Room details

1 Full Bed

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 3

419 ft²

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)

Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 4 Adults + 2 Children)

Room details

2 Full Beds

and

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 4

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Standard Double Room (3 Adults)

Room details

1 Full Bed

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 3

322 ft²

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)

Doble Swim Up Only Adults

Room details

1 Queen Bed

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Junior Suite, Terrace, Golf View ( 2 Adultos + 2 Niños)

Room details

1 Full Bed

and

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Standard Double Room

Room details

1 Full Bed

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Standard Double Room Single Use

Room details

1 Twin Bed

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Sherry Suite (2 Adult and 1 Child)

Room details

1 Full Bed

and

1 Twin Bed

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Standard Double Room (2 Adults+1 Child)

Room details

1 Full Bed

and

1 Twin Bed

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)

Room details

1 Full Bed

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)

Junior Suite, Terrace (Single Use)

Room details

1 Twin Bed

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Deluxe Double Room

Room details

1 Full Bed

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Sherry Suite

Room details

1 Full Bed

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 3 Adults + 3 Children)

Room details

2 Full Beds

and

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 3

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family Room 2 Adults and 2 Children)

Room details

1 Full Bed

and

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 2

322 ft²

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)

Family Room (2 Adults and 2 Children)

Room details

1 Full Bed

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Junior Suite, Terrace (2 Adults +1 Child)

Room details

1 Full Bed

and

1 Twin Bed

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Junior Suite, Terrace (2 Adults + 1 Child)

Room details

1 Full Bed

and

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Sherry Suite 3 Adultos

Room details

1 Full Bed

and

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 3

430 ft²

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)

Junior Suite, Terrace

Room details

1 Full Bed

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Junior Suite, Terrace, Golf View (3 Adults)

Room details

1 Full Bed

and

1 Twin Bed

Sleeps 3

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Junior Suite, Terrace, Golf View ( 2Adultos Y 1 Niño )

Room details

1 Full Bed

and

1 Twin Bed

Sleeps 2

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Deluxe Double Room (3 Adults)

Room details

1 Full Bed

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 3

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)

Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 4 Adults + 1 Child)

Room details

1 Full Bed

and

3× Twin Beds

Sleeps 4

Balcony

Air Conditioning

Wi-Fi (Free)

Private Bathroom

Guest reviews of Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort

8.6

Fabulous

Based on 3,068 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

Couple

30%

Family

58%

Group

Solo

What guests think

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At Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort, travelers highlight the beachside setting, attractive pools, family-friendly entertainment, generally good buffets, and welcoming staff, while noting the large complex can feel crowded when the hotel is busy.

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What guests think

The location offers easy beach access and coastal views, but it is somewhat isolated, so exploring beyond the resort usually requires a car. Facilities impress overall, though the spa costs extra with restricted family hours and parking can be limited or paid, especially on busy weekends. Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, though several guests reported temperature control issues; overall, expect a relaxed beach resort with good amenities in a quiet, seaside setting.

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Facilities

Multiple pools and entertainment are well liked; the spa is praised but charged extra with restricted family hours, and some elements feel dated. Parking can be limited or paid, and items like the room safe may be on request.

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Marie

Nov 4, 2023

Stayed 8 nights

Vi bodde åtta nätter med halvpension- rummet var bra men glad att jag hade med egen kudde då de var superhöga! Miljön i restaurangen var bullrig och lite bambakänsla. Maten helt ok. Läget är väldigt nära stranden - det fanns parkering ca 100 m bort. På helgen var det otroligt mycket folk och då var även parkeringen full. SPA delen var bra men hade nog några år på nacken och allt fungerade inte. Det kostade ändå 20 euro per person trots att vi bodde på hotellet.

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Fariha

Oct 6, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

The indoor spa is an additional charge and by appointment only, they have limited hours for children so we never got the opportunity to visit it. It seems like they advertise many amenities but it’s not accessible for restricted.

Cassandra Marie

Jun 14, 2023

Stayed 8 nights

First off I juat want to say how amazing Sonia from reception is. She was so helpful on all the questions we asked. And she went the extra mile for us in recommending places to park in Jerez where we were going to a wedding. Staff like her are really what makes a hotel great! On the hotel itself: Great facilities, great food and backs onto a golf course while overlooking the ocean on the other side, so every room has a great view. There's a separate adults only pool with plenty of loungers (the swim up rooms are on this pool which faces out onto the ocean). The beach itself is only a 5 min walk. They have secure underground parking, but there is also available parking on the street or a parking lot across the street. Cant fault this resort. Highly recommend a visit.

Cristina

Oct 26, 2025

Stayed 8 nights

La struttura è molto bella anche se grande e quindi quando è piena c’è tanta gente. Bella la piscina e ottimo il buffet

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Antonio Jesús

Nov 3, 2023

Stayed 2 nights

Excelente hotel,muy buen spa

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Daniel

May 28, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

We had a fantastic four-night stay. The food was amazing, and there were plenty of loungers in the pool area. The entertainment, Tirio, was brilliant as always, and the pool bar staff were incredible – especially Isabel, who was lovely and really attentive.

Snjezana

Apr 1, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Leider Zimmer ganz am Ende des Hotels erhalten, sehr weite Wege…. Also bloß nichts vergessen. Safe nur auf Anfrage, ebenso der Wasserkocher. Buffet sehr gut und große Auswahl

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Christoph

Feb 3, 2022

Stayed 2 nights

Die Lage zwischen einem Golfplatz und einem endlosen breiten Strand ist natürlich toll. Allerdings allein auf weiter Flur - wer woanders essen will als im nicht guten Hotelrestaurant, muss mit dem Auto ein Weilchen fahren. Zimmer, Betten und Service sind gut. Schade fand ich gerade im Winter, dass man den indoor pool nur nutzen kann, wenn man sich ein 90 Minuten Spa-Ticket für 20e kauft.

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Kristen

Jun 22, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

We stayed at the resort because we have friends who live nearby. The location to the beach was fabulous. Pools were nice. Room was very spacious. We will return.

Inmaculada

Oct 2, 2023

Stayed 1 night

Unas magníficas instalaciones. El spa una maravilla.

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Cleanliness

Rooms are generally clean with reliable housekeeping, but a few reports mention insects, poor shower drainage, and heating or AC not functioning in winter or hotter periods.

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Renee

Jun 17, 2025

Stayed 1 night

This is supposed to be a resort, but no one could help me get my luggage to my room however they did hold it for me at the counter. When I pulled back the curtains in my bedroom, there was an ant swarm up at the entire wall. As I was taking a shower, I was facing the showerhead and did not realize that the water was not draining down the drain, but it was draining over the little lip onto the bathroom floor. I had to use all the towels to clean it up. For being a resort, I wasn’t really impressed. I did get a massage and my masseuse was excellent, but I don’t remember her name.

Wiliams

Aug 15, 2025

Stayed 4 nights

-Calidad de alimentos en buffet necesita mejorar -Sistema de llaves en puertas anticuado. Todas las tarjetas pierden la programación. -Necesita ampliar parking -Necesita un área para adultos nocturna -Sistema de juegos obsoleto. Necesita usar monedas y cambio. Noticia: ahora se usa pago con tarjeta. Staff de la piscina, bar y arreglo de habitaciones: Un 10. En especial Isabel y Alberto quienes destacan por su amabilidad y atención. Valoración media a todo el hotel. Necesita gerencia y dirección. Para una vacaciones de calidad, definitivamente otro lugar. No creo volver

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Jonatan

Jan 6, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Alojamiento confortable, limpio y sobre todo muy tranquilo.

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Maria-Elisabeth

Oct 26, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Parfait! À l’exception de la chaleur dans les chambres malgré la climatisation

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RICARDO

Jan 20, 2023

Stayed 1 night

Buen hotel, pero no para invierno, hacia frio en la habitacion.

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Vinicius B

Jan 24, 2022

Stayed 1 night

The hotel is great and the beach and location (Costa Ballena) is amazing. Nevertheless the heating devida at our initial room did not work at all. They managed to hance our room around 23.00hs but as the new room had its working turned off (being a vacant room) it took hours for the new room to get temperature and thus we had a very rough cold night... Apart from this problem (which we understand with a good and diligent maintenance should not have occurred and at least have passed unoticed by hotel staff) the hotel is very good and the staff is very friendly). Breakfast is great by the way.

Martina

Sep 21, 2024

Stayed 7 nights

Mooie kamer met goede bedden en prima badkamer. Elke dag schoonmaak en lekker eten

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Eric

May 6, 2024

Stayed 14 nights

Mosquitoes all in the room and no AC! The hotel cut the heat on and it was 70 degrees out!

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious and comfortable, with some upgrades and pleasant views. Long walks to distant rooms were noted, and a few allocations were inconvenient for guests with mobility needs.

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E.P.

Oct 6, 2024

Stayed 1 night

Dicht bij zee, goed zwembad. Eten was erg massaal door veel Spaanse halfpensongasten. Kwaliteit van het eten was goed. Ik had het hotel luxueuser verwacht

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Jacinto Martín

Jun 25, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Buen hotel, habitación muy cómoda y buen colchón, problema el aparcamiento, si no es de pago tienes que ir algo lejos . Considero mejor hotel el Best

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Maria-Elisabeth

Oct 26, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Parfait! À l’exception de la chaleur dans les chambres malgré la climatisation

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Cassandra Marie

Jun 14, 2023

Stayed 8 nights

Sylvia

Oct 21, 2023

Stayed 1 night

Never offered an upgrade nor the benefits of being Expedia VIP. I was traveling with my sisters that has a condition in her foot and they gave us a far and uncomfortable room.

Julie

Apr 29, 2024

Stayed 1 night

The hotel itself is fine--polite staff, decent rooms (we were actually upgraded to a better room when we found that ours had two single beds instead of the requested double bed), and a good range of food choices at breakfast/dinner. The location is absolutely lovely, and we thoroughly enjoyed renting bikes and riding along the oceanside bike/walking path. Downsides? It's odd that you have to pay to use the safe in the room. Most disappointing however was the 'couples healthy back massage' that we booked in advance. The young woman who gave the massage was very kind, but she was alone in providing the 'couples' massage, which meant that for half of the time, one partner was left lying face down on the massage table with just some warm gel on their back. Given that the "hour"-long massage began with 10-15 minutes in separate bath/jacuzzis, and the remaining 40 or so minutes was divided between the two of us, the total 15-20 minute actual massage we each received was disappointing to say the least.

Martina

Sep 21, 2024

Stayed 7 nights

Mooie kamer met goede bedden en prima badkamer. Elke dag schoonmaak en lekker eten

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Snjezana

Apr 1, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Leider Zimmer ganz am Ende des Hotels erhalten, sehr weite Wege…. Also bloß nichts vergessen. Safe nur auf Anfrage, ebenso der Wasserkocher. Buffet sehr gut und große Auswahl

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Neptune

Jun 21, 2023

Stayed 4 nights

The accomadations was great, I had a perfect and comfy bed. All I need is the itemized receipt so I can request for travel claim.

Kristen

Jun 22, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

We stayed at the resort because we have friends who live nearby. The location to the beach was fabulous. Pools were nice. Room was very spacious. We will return.

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, attentive and professional, including entertainment and pool bar teams. Some guests experienced unhelpful reception, no luggage assistance, or loyalty benefits not recognized.

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Romain

Aug 16, 2022

Stayed 3 nights

Arrivée difficile à l’hôtel (Pas bien indiqué, parking de l’hôtel complet mais pas d’indication, embouteillage devant l’entrée et nécessite de se garer à l’extérieur sur le parking public payant mais moins cher que celui de l’hôtel Réception pas agréable Par contre piscine au top et plage à 100m.

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Juha

Jan 7, 2022

Stayed 1 night

Reception didn’t believe that I have made reservation via hotels.com. After 30 minutes he gave room without panoramas. Gym was terrible and dangerous, Spa so small mut expensive. Breakfast only served to table. Location was good but this hotel is Not 4 stars hotel.

Renee

Jun 17, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Cassandra Marie

Jun 14, 2023

Stayed 8 nights

Sylvia

Oct 21, 2023

Stayed 1 night

Never offered an upgrade nor the benefits of being Expedia VIP. I was traveling with my sisters that has a condition in her foot and they gave us a far and uncomfortable room.

Kirk

Oct 23, 2023

Stayed 7 nights

The staff is very professional and courteous.

Jesús

Jan 3, 2023

Stayed 19,359 nights

Sobre todo personal cordial y amable

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Daniel

May 28, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Daniel

May 28, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

We stay at this hotel at least twice a year. The food is amazing, and the staff are really helpful and friendly. We've been coming here for the past 10 years, and Tirio is always fantastic. Isabel at the pool bar was particularly helpful. The only thing I can fault is the lunchtime opening hours and the queue to get food. Perhaps you could consider extending the lunchtime to, say, 13:30-15:30 to help prevent the current rush hour.

Peter

May 5, 2023

Stayed 2 nights

Great stay and incredible service.

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Location

Beachfront location with easy access to a wide shore, coastal paths and a nearby golf course is a highlight. The area feels remote, so a car is helpful for dining or exploring beyond the resort.

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Paul

Feb 7, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The beach is amazing. The hotel’s food options are very limited. Only a buffet for dinner. Breakfast was nothing special.

E.P.

Oct 6, 2024

Stayed 1 night

Dicht bij zee, goed zwembad. Eten was erg massaal door veel Spaanse halfpensongasten. Kwaliteit van het eten was goed. Ik had het hotel luxueuser verwacht

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Romain

Aug 16, 2022

Stayed 3 nights

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Puertollano

Aug 29, 2023

Stayed 1 night

Buena ubicación con buen acceso a la playa de Costa Ballena. Las instalaciones muy completas. En comida lo mejor el Buffet de la comida, ESPECTACULAR.

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Cassandra Marie

Jun 14, 2023

Stayed 8 nights

Vinicius B

Jan 24, 2022

Stayed 1 night

Christoph

Feb 3, 2022

Stayed 2 nights

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Kristen

Jun 22, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

We stayed at the resort because we have friends who live nearby. The location to the beach was fabulous. Pools were nice. Room was very spacious. We will return.

Godefridus

May 4, 2022

Stayed 4 nights

Heerlijk rustig Spaans familiehotel, direct aan de kust.

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Julie

May 17, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

Love this place. If you want to explore outside the resort you need a car rental.

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Dining

Buffets and overall food are often praised for quality and variety. Some guests found breakfast average or noted certain items, especially sweets, could be better.

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Paul

Feb 7, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The beach is amazing. The hotel’s food options are very limited. Only a buffet for dinner. Breakfast was nothing special.

Puertollano

Aug 29, 2023

Stayed 1 night

Buena ubicación con buen acceso a la playa de Costa Ballena. Las instalaciones muy completas. En comida lo mejor el Buffet de la comida, ESPECTACULAR.

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Wiliams

Aug 15, 2025

Stayed 4 nights

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Natividad

May 16, 2022

Stayed 3 nights

Me ha encantado la variedad en el desayuno, sobre todo, de zumos naturales y en semillas, que rara vez se encuentran.

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Cristina

Oct 26, 2025

Stayed 8 nights

La struttura è molto bella anche se grande e quindi quando è piena c’è tanta gente. Bella la piscina e ottimo il buffet

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SIMONE

Jan 18, 2026

Stayed 5 nights

Colazione ampia. I prodotti dolci però non sempre erano di livello. Colazione più verso il salato

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Daniel

May 28, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Snjezana

Apr 1, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Leider Zimmer ganz am Ende des Hotels erhalten, sehr weite Wege…. Also bloß nichts vergessen. Safe nur auf Anfrage, ebenso der Wasserkocher. Buffet sehr gut und große Auswahl

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Daniel

May 28, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

celene

Jun 19, 2022

Stayed 2 nights

Incrivel! Excelente localização! Comida gostosa!

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Daniel

May 28, 2026

Stayed 1 night

We have been coming to this hotel for around 10 years and it remains one of our favourite places to stay. The staff are excellent, the hotel is clean and well maintained, the facilities are great, and the entertainment is honestly top class. A special mention must go to Rafa at the pool bar, who was always friendly, welcoming and provided excellent service. Tirio from the entertainment team also deserves huge praise — he really is the heart and soul of the hotel. He is amazing with both children and adults, full of energy, and our little girls absolutely love him. He is one of the main reasons we keep returning year after year. The food itself is very good, but our only real criticism is the lunchtime restaurant service. Lunch is only available from 14:00 to 15:00, which makes it extremely hectic. There are long queues to enter, more queues for food, and at times guests jump the queue, which creates unnecessary stress and arguments. We usually stay full board, but on some days we would rather miss our included lunch and pay extra at the pool bar just to avoid the chaos. Overall, this is a fantastic hotel with amazing staff and entertainment, but extending lunch hours or improving queue management would make the experience even better.

Gwenn

Apr 23, 2026

Stayed 5 nights

The spa was so lovely and they had a kids hour- we had a great time there! The pool is beautiful, breakfast was quite a spread and the staff was kind and competent. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

Priyanka

Apr 6, 2026

Stayed 1 night

Great dinner buffet for sea food lovers

Fariha

Oct 6, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Renee

Jun 17, 2025

Stayed 1 night

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Before 12:00

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FAQs about Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort

Is parking available at the property?

Uncovered self parking is available on-site for a fee of EUR 12 per day. Reservations are not required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers step-free entrances, wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas, and accessible rooms. Elevators are available for ease of access.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located on the beach, approximately 0.8 km from Playa Agua Dulce and 1.4 km from Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club. It is about a 15-minute drive from Naval Station Rota and 16.9 mi (27.2 km) from Valdelagrana Beach.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, the property features an outdoor swimming pool. The pool is seasonal and operational hours may vary.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are welcome at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property does not specify the availability of extra beds or cribs. Guests are encouraged to contact the property directly for any specific requests regarding additional sleeping arrangements.

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What do room rates look like at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort in Costa Ballena over the next few months?

Over the next 60–90 days, room rates at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort in Costa Ballena typically land around $108 a night for two guests, ranging from $91 to $136 on the market.

When is the best time to visit Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort for fewer crowds?

August is the busiest month at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort in Costa Ballena, while December is the quietest time to visit. If you prefer less crowded beaches and a calmer hotel atmosphere, plan a stay in early winter rather than mid summer.

What nearby attractions and types of trips suit Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort?

Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort in Costa Ballena sits near Golfo de Cádiz, Ballena Beach and the Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club, making it a good pick for families and couples. The hotel also caters to spa and golf escapes, with a calm coastal setting in Cádiz Province.

Which month has the lowest rates at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort?

January is the cheapest month to stay at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort in Costa Ballena, averaging $102 a night; August is the priciest at $311. January’s lower rates come despite December being the quietest month for crowds.

How do prices at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort compare with other hotels nearby?

Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort in Costa Ballena is cheaper than 8 of 16 comparable hotels nearby, with a typical median of $124 a night versus about $114 for peers in the area.

How does the nightly price at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort in Costa Ballena compare to recent weeks?

The current price at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort in Costa Ballena is $130 per night for 2 guests, which is low for this hotel: about 55% below its $304 average over the last 60 days. Most nights over that period fell between $207 and $538.

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Average nightly price across deals, with taxes & fees.

Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $110	2 $122	3
4 $112	5 $111	6 $111	7 $112	8 $116	9 $127	10
11 $147	12 $119	13 $132	14 $132	15 $132	16 $137	17
18 $108	19 $107	20 $111	21 $108	22 $108	23 $118	24 $127
25 $107	26 $108	27 $108	28 $108	29 $110	30 $134	31

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20 $116	21 $119	22 $118	23 $119	24 $124	25 $191	26
27 $108	28 $109	29 $108	30 $111