La Codorniz
Tarifa · Andalusia · 3 Stars

La Codorniz

Three-star hotel in Tarifa, next to Los Alcornocales and close to Playa de Los Lances, with bungalows, a restaurant and windsurfing options.

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8.3 Score
829 Reviews
3★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Area Tarifa
Nearby Playa de Los Lances · 200 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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La Codorniz

La Codorniz is a 3-star hotel in Tarifa, 200 m from Playa de Los Lances and next to Los Alcornocales Natural Park. It is on the Cádiz-Malaga road, around 5 km from the town centre, in an area where the coast meets nature.

Accommodation includes single, double, triple and family rooms, as well as bungalows with a terrace and options with two bedrooms. Room sizes range from 12 to 29 m²; some rooms have balconies, and there are options for families of up to four people. All room types have air conditioning, and several also have a minibar and private bathroom.

The hotel has two restaurants, a bar and room service, with local food on the menu. It also offers free Wi-Fi and free public parking on site, with no reservation required. Nearby beaches make it easy to spend time by the sea, while windsurfing, hiking and other outdoor activities suit the landscape of Tarifa and the nearby natural areas.

La Codorniz
★ 8.3 · Very good · 829 reviews

Plan your stay at La Codorniz

Three-star hotel in Tarifa, next to Los Alcornocales and close to Playa de Los Lances, with bungalows, a restaurant and windsurfing options.

Room types

Rooms at La Codorniz range from 12 m² single rooms to 29 m² bungalows and a 25 m² family option. There are double and triple rooms, as well as a bungalow with a terrace for two adults and a two-bedroom bungalow for four people. Capacity varies by category: the Single Room is for one person, while the Family Room and two-bedroom bungalow accommodate up to four. The single-bed configurations suit solo stays as well as trips with a partner, friends or family.

All room types have air conditioning. Several rooms and bungalows have a minibar, and various options have a private bathroom. Some rooms have a balcony; the bungalow for two adults has a terrace by the pool. The Family Room has interconnecting rooms available, and the two-bedroom bungalow has two bathrooms. The room sizes and outdoor spaces let you choose between a simple room, a family stay or independent accommodation.

Bungalow (2 Adults) — La Codorniz
Bungalow (2 Adults)
15 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning

At 15 m², this bungalow is designed for two adults and has a terrace next to the pool. The outdoor space sets it apart from the double rooms, while air conditioning, a minibar, a private bathroom and two single beds complete this independent accommodation.

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Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — La Codorniz
Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
12 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bath or shower
  • Minibar

This 12 m² room has space for two people and two single beds. It has air conditioning, a minibar and a private bathroom. Unlike the Standard Double Room, its distinguishing feature is that it has no balcony; it is a compact option for a practical stay in Tarifa.

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Single Room
12 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Bath or shower
  • Minibar

At 12 m² and with capacity for one person, this room has a single bed and a private space to relax. Air conditioning, a minibar and a private bathroom are included; its single occupancy sets it apart from the double and family options.

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Standard Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — La Codorniz
Standard Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
12 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Minibar

This 12 m² Standard Double Room has two single beds and a balcony, an outdoor space that sets it apart from the other double room of the same size. It also has air conditioning, a minibar and a private bathroom, and accommodates two people.

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Family Room — La Codorniz
Family Room
25 m²

  • 4 Single beds
  • Max 5 guests
  • Interconnecting rooms available
  • Minibar

The Family Room is 25 m² and accommodates four people, with four single beds. Air conditioning and a minibar are included, and interconnecting rooms are available. Its size and layout suit families or groups travelling together.

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2-Bedroom Bungalow — La Codorniz
2-Bedroom Bungalow
29 m²

  • 2 Single beds and 2 Single beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Two bathrooms
  • Air conditioning

At 29 m², this bungalow for four people has two bedrooms, four single beds and two bathrooms with a bath or shower. Air conditioning and a minibar complete the accommodation; its separate rooms set it apart from the Family Room and the single-space bungalows.

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Triple Room with Balcony — La Codorniz
Triple Room with Balcony
14 m²

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

This 14 m² room has a balcony, air conditioning and three single beds. The outdoor space is its main distinguishing feature compared with other compact options at the hotel. Its layout offers an alternative for those who prefer a triple room with access to a balcony.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you practise windsurfing or kitesurfing: there are beaches nearby, and windsurfing is one of the activities offered at the property.
  • you are travelling by car and want free parking: public parking is available on site and does not require a reservation.
  • you need an internet connection during your stay: free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
  • you are travelling with family or in a group: the Family Room and the two-bedroom bungalow accommodate up to four people.
  • you want to eat at the property: it has two restaurants, a bar and room service.

Maybe not, if...

  • you want to stay in the centre of Tarifa: the hotel is around 5 km from the town centre.
  • you want a room directly on the beach: Playa de Los Lances is 200 m away.
  • you need private parking: the parking at the property is public, although free.
  • you want to use the restaurant on 24 December or 6 January: it is closed on those two dates.

Hotel facilities & services

The services combine outdoor spaces with options for organising your stay. The hotel has a garden and terrace, as well as activities such as windsurfing, scuba diving, hiking and fishing. If you are travelling by car, free public parking is available on site with no reservation required; Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. Family rooms and non-smoking rooms are also available.

Dining options include two restaurants and a bar, with room service. Practical services include luggage storage, tourist information, laundry and packed lunches. Beach or pool towels and sun loungers make it easier to spend more time outdoors, while the safe offers another useful option during your stay.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 2 restaurants
  • Beach
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Room service
  • Windsurfing

General facilities

  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beach
  • Scuba diving
  • Hiking
  • Windsurfing
  • Fishing
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry service
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Beach/pool towels

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Internet

Location & what to see

La Codorniz is on the Cádiz-Malaga road, kilometre 79, around 5 km from Tarifa. The hotel is next to Los Alcornocales Natural Park, and Playa de Los Lances is 200 m away; Playa de Valdevaqueros is 1.2 km away. This stretch of coast combines wide beaches with natural areas, while Playa Chica, next to Tarifa town centre, is 6 km away. The surroundings let you alternate time by the sea with walks through the area's protected landscapes.

The La Peña Bird Observatory is 1.2 km away and the La Peña Viewpoint is 1.3 km away; the village of La Peña is 1.4 km away. The entrance to the Sendero del Buda trail is 1.6 km away, and the Strait Natural Park is 3.3 km away. Gibraltar International Airport is 28 km away; Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport is 42 km away, and Ceuta Heliport is 35 km away. Tarifa, 5 km away, gives you access to the town's streets and seafront promenade.

Windsurfing and kitesurfing are part of everyday life along this coast, and the nearby beaches let you combine water sports with time to relax by the sea. For an inland outing, the entrance to the Sendero del Buda trail and the La Peña viewpoints offer specific destinations nearby. Los Alcornocales Natural Park and the Strait Natural Park add more options for enjoying natural landscapes; in Tarifa, the town centre offers a stroll through its streets and maritime surroundings.

Playa de Los Lances — A long Atlantic beach for walks and wind sports. 200 m
Playa de Valdevaqueros — An open beach known for its wind and water sports. 1,2 km
Los Alcornocales Natural Park — A protected cork oak landscape with trails through the natural surroundings. 0 m
La Peña Viewpoint — An elevated spot for views of the coastline and the landscape around La Peña. 1,3 km
Strait Natural Park — A coastal natural area with trails and views of the Strait. 3,3 km
Playa Chica — A beach near the town centre for a break by the sea. 6 km

What guests say about La Codorniz

8.3
Very good · 829 reviews
Staff
9.0
Comfort
8.5
Location
8.6
Cleanliness
8.6
Facilities
8.2
Value for money
8.1
Free Wi-Fi
7.7

Guests especially appreciate the staff, as well as the cleanliness and comfort of the facilities. Feedback on the services and value for money is somewhat more moderate; Wi-Fi is the least highly rated aspect, although access is free.

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