Hotel Playa de la Luz

Recent Reviews: 1750

• User:CheshireDes

  Trip type: Couples

  Superb hotel in a quiet location with a lovely relaxing ambience.

  25 Aug 2026

  Great hotel in a lovely beach front location. A nice one hour drive from the airport. Good size, comfortable bedroom with garden view. Bathroom was good too. Staff were friendly and efficient. Housekeeping were excellent and the level of cleanliness was very high. The half board option is highly recommended as there was a great choice of quality foods for both breakfast and dinner. Great cafe overlooking the pool for delicious light meals. Superb seafood restaurant overlooking the beach. The pool is spacious and lovely to swim in during the day. There is a second pool in the upstairs beach club area with a gym and gazebo's available. Sunbeds on the grass area surrounding the pool and also the the patio area above the beach. A couple of small shops on site. The bus stop is a few minutes walk for a trip to Rota or the ferry ( wind dependent ) to beautiful Cadiz. The surrounding area is a lovely residential area with a few restaurants including a beach bar very close to the hotel. There is traditional entertainment such as Flamenco on a couple of nights during the week. The hotel has a lovely ambience ( no loud music, party games, etc and ideal for a relaxing, laid back experience. Great value and highly recommended. Pablo Albendea Escudero, Dueño at Hotel Playa de la Luz, responded to this review Dear CheshireDes,Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a detailed and positive review.We are delighted that you enjoyed our peaceful beachfront location, the comfort and cleanliness of your room, and the friendly and efficient service provided by our team. Your kind comments about our housekeeping staff are especially appreciated and will be shared with them.It is also wonderful to know that you enjoyed our half-board selection, the different dining options, the swimming pools and the relaxing atmosphere that characterises Hotel Playa de la Luz. We aim to offer our guests a place where they can truly unwind, so your description of your stay is extremely rewarding for us.Thank you for recommending us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another relaxing holiday in Rota.Kind regards,Pablo AlbendeaOperations Manager

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• User:L15AT

  Trip type: Family

  Amazing family holiday

  22 Jul 2026

  We’ve just finished our week long stay in Hotel Playa de la Luz and we’re really sad to be leaving and would definitely look to return. Like the other reviews say, the hotel is very Spanish which is part of its charm. When we first arrived we were allocated a small room but on enquiry were given a bigger room on the ground floor by the very helpful reception staff. This was perfect for our family. We went with grandparents and a 5 year old and 7 year old. There was something for everyone. It was also the perfect size for us, not too big. The kids were in and out of the kids club most days, the water carpet was out multiple times a day which was great fun (special mention due here for the wonderful lady life guard keeping a real close eye on the safety of all the kids), they joined in with water aerobics, dancing and football. There is table tennis and a pool table. The beach is right outside the hotel and the sea was lovely and warm. We watched the sunset on the beach a couple of nights. We also walked to Rota along the beach a couple of times, they had really toilets, bars and drinks carts at multiple parts along the way. The food at the restaurant was lovely. There was so much variety for breakfast. The food in the other hotel restaurants was lovely and the prices for the food and drinks were very reasonable, with a large beer only costing €3.50 and a glass of wine €3.30. We went to a lovely local cafe/bar called Martinica’s for lunch a couple of times and it’s only a 5-10 min walk from the hotel, would definitely recommend if you’re staying. Pablo Albendea Escudero, Dueño at Hotel Playa de la Luz, responded to this review Dear Guest,Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful and detailed review of your family holiday at Hotel Playa de la Luz.We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the authentic Spanish atmosphere of the hotel and that our Reception team was able to find a room that better suited your family. It is especially rewarding to know that there was something for every generation to enjoy.We loved reading how much your children enjoyed the Kids Club, the water activities, dancing and sports. Your special mention of our lifeguard and her attention to the children's safety is greatly appreciated, and we will make sure your kind words are shared with her and the rest of the team.We are also pleased that you enjoyed our gastronomic offer, particularly the variety at breakfast, as well as the beach, the sunsets and our privileged location for walking along the coast into Rota.But perhaps the best part of your review is reading that you were sad to leave and would definitely consider returning. We could not ask for a better compliment.Thank you for choosing Hotel Playa de la Luz for your family holiday. We very much hope to welcome the whole family back to Rota again soon!Kind regards,Pablo AlbendeaOperations DirectorHotel Playa de la Luz

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• User:claire a

  Trip type: Family

  Not suitable for families with younger children.

  20 Jul 2026

  Just returned from Playa del la luz.This is deffinatly not a 4 ??hotel.We would say more on the 3??rating .If you are staying in the older part of the hotel, rooms are small a quiet cramped for a family.Fridge was put in the bathroom ??.Apparently some areas have had re furnished rooms which is where they may gain a 4??.Kids club is all in Spanish and English children found them selves to be isolated due to the language barrier. Life guards stopped all ball playing in the pool and removed any that were used for playing catch etc Food at the pool bar was okay.Food is the restaurant was also good but very repetitive. Staff were polite. Check what concerts are scheduled before you stay. There is a local football stadium which hosted 2 gigs whilst we were there.Started at 10pm and finished at 5/6 am.The volume is so loud it was impossible to sleep. We complained to the hotel but there was no where to move to which was quieter due to the volume. It literally feels like it is outside your room. It's so loud.We had no sleep at all for 2 consecutive nights . It was awful.Rota is a short taxi ride away. Has a lovely beach and ice cream parlours but not much to do for children.A few gift shops .We managed to walk around in about an hour shopping as so small.This hotel and the area is more of a couples holiday and if you want relaxing its perfect. For all families with children I would avoid . Its limited it what the area and hotel can offer for families.It is very Spanish and I feel they need to decide whether they prefer it that way or they expand and relax on what is acceptable and enjoyable for families with children .Will not be returning. Pablo Albendea Escudero, Dueño at Hotel Playa de la Luz, responded to this review Dear Claire,Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback following your recent stay at Hotel Playa de la Luz.Although we are pleased to read that you appreciated the friendliness of our staff and enjoyed both the restaurant and pool bar food, we are genuinely sorry that several aspects of your holiday did not meet your expectations.Regarding the rooms, our hotel offers different room categories located in both the original and renovated areas of the property. We understand that room size and layout are important, and we appreciate your comments as they help us continue improving our facilities.With regard to our entertainment programme, Hotel Playa de la Luz is a family-friendly hotel that welcomes guests from many different countries. While many activities are conducted in Spanish due to the profile of our guests, our entertainment team always makes every effort to involve children of all nationalities so they can enjoy the activities together.Concerning the pool rules, these are designed to ensure a safe and relaxing environment for all guests. For this reason, activities such as ball games are restricted in the main pool, allowing families, couples and guests seeking tranquillity to enjoy the facilities comfortably.We are especially sorry that your stay coincided with the concerts held at the nearby municipal stadium. These events are organised by external entities and are beyond the hotel's control. We understand how frustrating the noise must have been and sincerely regret the inconvenience caused on those evenings.Finally, we appreciate your comments about Rota and respect that every destination may suit different types of travellers. While many families enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, extensive gardens and direct beach access that our hotel offers, we understand that your expectations were different.Although we are disappointed to learn that you do not intend to return, we sincerely appreciate you sharing your experience, as it helps us continue improving.Kind regards,Pablo AlbendeaDeputy ManagerHotel Playa de la Luz

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• User:Craig R

  Trip type: Family

  Won't return

  20 Jul 2026

  Well where do I start ,Good points staff friendly and helpful, food was excellent ??. Bad points our room was small and couldn't use the fridge as it was in the toilet ?? .The room needs updating as well ,pool area the sunbeds were something from the 80s so uncomfortable ??, kids wanting to play in the pool was a no no .No balls allowed no entertainment around the pool.This hotel is not suitable for English families ??, Every thing is in Spanish and kids clubs are Spanish too.Was glad to get home. Pablo Albendea Escudero, Dueño at Hotel Playa de la Luz, responded to this review Dear Craig,Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback following your stay at Hotel Playa de la Luz.We are pleased to read that you enjoyed the quality of our food and that you found our team to be friendly and helpful. We will be sure to share your kind words with them.At the same time, we are sorry to learn that other aspects of your stay did not meet your expectations. We understand that room layout and comfort are important, and we appreciate your comments regarding the room and the sunbeds, as they help us identify areas where we can continue improving.Regarding the atmosphere around the pool, our priority is to ensure a relaxing and safe environment for all our guests. For this reason, certain activities, such as ball games, are restricted in the main pool. However, families are always welcome, and we strive to balance the enjoyment of children with the comfort of those seeking a quieter holiday.With regard to our entertainment programme, while many activities are conducted in Spanish due to the profile of our guests, our entertainment team always endeavours to make international visitors feel included and welcome.We are sorry that, overall, your experience did not leave you with a better impression, although we appreciate your balanced comments and the recognition of our staff and culinary offering.We wish you all the best and thank you once again for your feedback.Pablo AlbendeaDeputy ManagerHotel Playa de la Luz

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• User:Carosnave

  Trip type: Couples

  Good seafront hotel

  14 Jul 2026

  Great hotel on the beach. Huge clean room with massive bathroom and separate toilet. Kettle, fridge and sink. The main pool area is very noisy great if you’re with kids. There’s a separate beach club which is €3 for hotel guests. Peaceful and quiet with lovely loungers and a separate pool .drinks are well priced. The onsite tapas bar is great. Very reasonably priced. The restaurant is a little pricey but great sea views. You can walk along the seafront to Rota which is a great Spanish seaside town with shops bars and restaurants. €5 in a taxi from the hotel. It is a very Spanish resort but that suited us. Only negatives. Breakfast is a bit of a scrum. If it’s included go with it. If not go into the town and get a tostado. Our hairdryer kept cutting out and the receptionist assured me that was normal! €15 to park the car is pricey but it is a spacious car park and as we had a brand new hire car decided to go for it. Staff in the main were very friendly and helpful. The seaweed is an issue at the moment but they’re doing their best to clear it on a daily basis. Pablo Albendea Escudero, Dueño at Hotel Playa de la Luz, responded to this review Dear Carosnave,Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a detailed review of your stay at Hotel Playa de la Luz.We are delighted to know that you enjoyed our beachfront location, your spacious room, the Beach Club, our tapas bar and the friendliness of our team. It is also wonderful to hear that you appreciated the authentic Spanish atmosphere of both the hotel and the destination.Thank you as well for your constructive comments. We are sorry that breakfast felt too busy at peak times. During the summer months this can occasionally happen, although our team works continuously to replenish the buffet and assist guests as efficiently as possible.Regarding the hairdryer, we apologise if the explanation you received was not entirely satisfactory. Many of our hairdryers are fitted with a thermal safety system that temporarily switches them off if they overheat after prolonged use, but we understand that this may have been inconvenient.We also appreciate your comments about the parking. We strive to provide a secure, spacious and convenient parking facility for our guests, and we understand that opinions on the pricing may vary.Finally, thank you for recognising the daily efforts of both our staff and the local authorities to remove the seaweed from the beach. This is a natural phenomenon that occasionally affects our coastline, and every effort is made to minimise its impact.We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Hotel Playa de la Luz on a future visit to Rota.Kind regards,Pablo AlbendeaDeputy ManagerHotel Playa de la Luz

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