Meliá Isla Canela
Isla Canela · Andalusia · 4 Stars

Meliá Isla Canela

Four-star hotel opposite Isla Canela Beach, with three swimming pools, a kids’ club, sports activities and several dining venues for a seaside holiday.

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8.8 Score
838 Reviews
4★ Stars
14:00 Check-in
Nearby Los Haraganes Beach · 200 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Paid
Check-in 14:00

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Meliá Isla Canela

Meliá Isla Canela is a 4-star hotel in Isla Canela, on the Costa de la Luz, opposite the beach. Its rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV; some also have a terrace, balcony or sea views. Family connecting rooms and suites with a seating area are available, as well as The Level categories.

The hotel has three swimming pools: one indoor and two outdoor, including a children’s pool. It also offers a tennis court, a padel court, a gym, a sauna and a wellness centre; treatments are available at an additional cost. Families can make use of a playground, a kids’ club and daytime and evening leisure activities for adults and children. The restaurants serve international and Mediterranean dishes, and breakfast is served buffet-style. Private parking is available on site, cannot be reserved and may incur an additional charge. Nearby, Playa de Los Haraganes is 200 m away and the Marina Isla Canela ferry terminal is 350 m away.

Meliá Isla Canela
★ 8.8 · Fabulous · 838 reviews

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Four-star hotel opposite Isla Canela Beach, with three swimming pools, a kids’ club, sports activities and several dining venues for a seaside holiday.

Room types

The rooms and suites at Meliá Isla Canela offer options for couples and families, including connecting categories and The Level options. Rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV; several categories also include a terrace and minibar. Some rooms have sea views, while others overlook an interior courtyard. The floor area and layout vary by room type.

The connecting family rooms provide space to share your stay, while the suites add features such as a seating area with a sofa bed or a dining area. There are also categories with a bath and others with a shower, as well as options with a kettle or coffee maker. The The Level Room overlooks an interior courtyard, while some family and The Level options include sea views in their names. Bed configurations vary, with options including single beds, a large double bed and a sofa bed.

Connecting Family Room with Sea View — Meliá Isla Canela
Connecting Family Room with Sea View
38 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Terrace
  • Sea view

At 38 m², this connecting family room stands out for its sea views and terrace, a practical combination for sharing your stay in adjoining spaces. It has a bath, air conditioning and minibar, as well as two single beds.

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Premium Connecting Family Room with Sea View — Meliá Isla Canela
Premium Connecting Family Room with Sea View
52 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Terrace
  • Tea/coffee maker

At 52 m², this Premium Connecting Family Room has a terrace and sea views. Its size sets it apart from the other family options; it also includes a bath, minibar, kettle or coffee maker and safe, as well as air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

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The Level Junior Suite (2 adults + 2 children) — Meliá Isla Canela
The Level Junior Suite (2 adults + 2 children)
36 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Terrace
  • Garden view

This 36 m² Junior Suite combines a terrace with garden views and a seating area with a sofa bed, setting it apart from standard rooms. It has air conditioning, a bath and a flat-screen TV, as well as two single beds.

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The Level Room — Meliá Isla Canela
The Level Room
26 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Interior courtyard view
  • Shower

At 26 m², the The Level Room overlooks an interior courtyard, setting it apart from the sea-facing options. Its bathroom has a shower and bidet, and the room includes slippers, a minibar and safe, as well as air conditioning.

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The Level Master Suite with Sea View (2 adults + 2 children) — Meliá Isla Canela
The Level Master Suite with Sea View (2 adults + 2 children)
55 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Sofa bed and 1 Large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Terrace
  • Dining area

This 55 m² Master Suite stands out for its sea views, terrace and dining area. The bathroom has both a bath and a shower; the room also has air conditioning, a minibar and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

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The Level Premium Room with Sea View — Meliá Isla Canela
The Level Premium Room with Sea View
26 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Sea view
  • Shower

This 26 m² Premium category includes sea views in its name and offers a terrace, setting it apart from rooms overlooking the courtyard. It has a bathroom with a shower and bidet, air conditioning, a minibar and safe; the bed can be a double or single.

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Premium Room — Meliá Isla Canela
Premium Room
26 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bath
  • Terrace

At 26 m², this Premium Room has a terrace and bath, as well as air conditioning and a minibar. The bathroom includes a bidet and toiletries; the kettle or coffee maker and safe complete the facilities in this category, which offers two single beds.

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Premium Accommodation with View — Meliá Isla Canela
Premium Accommodation with View
26 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Terrace
  • Bath

This 26 m² Premium option offers a terrace and a view, as well as air conditioning and a private bathroom with a bath and bidet. It has a minibar, kettle or coffee maker and safe. You can choose between two single beds or one large double bed.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay opposite Isla Canela Beach: the hotel is right by the coast.
  • you’re travelling with children: there’s a children’s pool, kids’ club, playground and entertainment activities.
  • you’d like to alternate swimming and relaxing: there’s one indoor pool and two outdoor pools.
  • you want to combine sport and wellness: there’s a tennis court, a padel court, a gym, a sauna and a wellness centre.
  • you value a choice of places to eat: the hotel has four restaurants serving international and Mediterranean dishes.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need internet access during your stay: there is no internet access.
  • you want to reserve a parking space in advance: private parking cannot be reserved and may incur an additional charge.
  • you want wellness treatments included in your stay: treatments at the centre are available at an additional cost.
  • you need a cot to be guaranteed: all cots are subject to availability.

Hotel facilities & services

At Meliá Isla Canela, leisure combines outdoor spaces with organised activities. The terrace and garden are ideal for spending time by the sea; there is also a tennis court, a gym, fitness and yoga classes, and aerobics. The kids’ club, entertainment staff, evening entertainment, live music and themed dinners add to the options for different ages. The spa and wellness centre offers massages; treatments are available at an additional cost.

For dining, the hotel has four restaurants, as well as a café, bar and snack bar. It serves buffet breakfast and offers a children’s buffet and special-diet menus on request. Private parking is available on site, cannot be reserved and may incur an additional charge. There is no internet access.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Beachfront
  • Beach
  • 4 restaurants
  • Airport shuttle
  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis court

General facilities

  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden
  • Live music / performances
  • Themed dinners
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids’ club
  • Entertainment staff
  • Tennis court
  • 24-hour reception
  • Shuttle service
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool 2 - Indoor
  • Pool 3 - Outdoor (children’s)
  • Fitness centre

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine / champagne
  • Children’s buffet
  • Special-diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bed linen

Location & what to see

Meliá Isla Canela is on Avenida de la Mojarra, in Isla Canela, along a stretch of the Costa de la Luz. Playa de Los Haraganes is 200 m away and Playa Punta del Caimán is 500 m away; Playa de El Cantil is 950 m away. The Marina Isla Canela ferry terminal is 350 m away. Isla del Moral, a nearby settlement where you can explore another part of this coastline, is 600 m away.

There are several beaches along the coast at varying distances: Playa de Punta del Moral is 610 m away, Playa de la Gaviota is 870 m away and Playa de la Gola is 930 m away. Playa del Parque Litoral is 1.6 km away, Playa Central is 1.9 km away and Playa de Isla Canela is 2.8 km away. Near the river mouth, La Gola. Birdwatching. Ornithology. is 920 m away; El Faro is 960 m away. The area lets you combine days at the beach with walks and birdwatching.

For travel, Faro Airport is 58 km away. Vila Real de Santo António is 7 km away and Monte Gordo train station is 10 km away; the ferry terminal at Puerto Deportivo de Isla Cristina is 1.2 km away. There are also places to eat nearby: Chiringuito Antonio is 150 m away, Chiringuito entre Dunas is 200 m away and La Bocana is 250 m away. The market is 1.9 km away, and Castro Marim Castle is 10 km away.

Los Haraganes Beach — A nearby Atlantic beach for swimming and coastal walks. 200 m
Marina Isla Canela — A boarding point by the coast, useful for sea travel. 350 m
Punta del Caimán Beach — A nearby stretch of coast for walks by the sea and swimming. 500 m
Punta del Moral Beach — A beach close to the settlement of Punta del Moral and its coastline. 610 m
A la mujer del marinero — A local monument linked to the area’s seafaring tradition. 620 m
La Gola. Birdwatching. Ornithology. — A coastal area known for birdwatching and ornithology. 920 m

What guests say about Meliá Isla Canela

8.8
Fabulous · 838 reviews
Staff
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.1
Cleanliness
9.2
Facilities
9.1
Value for money
8.4

Guests particularly value the staff, cleanliness and comfort, with similar scores for each. They also highlight the facilities and proximity to the coast. Value for money receives a somewhat more moderate score, while the overall picture is of a consistent seaside holiday experience.

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