Meliá Villaitana

Nearest airport: ALC. Set in Benidorm, the hotel is well placed for time by the coast, with a beach bar adding to the seaside mood.Meliá Villaitana is a non-smoking, eco-friendly retreat with a polished resort feel, supported by a 24-hour reception, concierge service and a handy tour desk. Days unfold between gardens and a generous pool scene, with an outdoor pool, a heated pool, a children's pool and a waterslide, complemented by parasols, bath towels and a relaxed poolside bar. Practical touches include hotel-owned private parking with an EV charging point, lobby WiFi, luggage storage and a bell service, alongside laundry, dry cleaning and ironing services. For a change of pace, there is a library, shops and well-appointed spaces for celebrations, including a banquet hall and wedding services, plus a co-working space for quieter moments.Dining is centred on a choice of restaurants with outdoor areas, spanning Italian flavours at Casa Nostra, Mediterranean cooking at Papamambo and international favourites at Mosaico, with Lima Restaurant adding further variety. Canalla brings Mexican cuisine and forms part of the all-inclusive offering, while the atmosphere is rounded out by a bar, lounge bar, café and snack bar, plus a poolside bar for easy-going refreshment. Breakfast is served, with half board, full board and all-inclusive meal plans also offered. Vegetarian, vegan and allergy-friendly dishes are catered for, and children's meals are presented as a buffet, with room service arranged via a mobile app.Accommodation ranges from spacious rooms to expansive suites, with garden, pool, city and sea views setting the tone, and many options featuring a balcony or terrace. In-room comforts include air conditioning, a minibar, a safe, WiFi and a flat-screen TV, with international channels in many categories, plus an ironing set and a baby monitor. Extra beds are available, while family-focused layouts may include a sofa bed and a mix of double and single beds. Bathrooms are fitted either with a shower and bathtub or with separate shower and bathtub arrangements, with toiletries and a hairdryer provided, and bathrobes and slippers featuring in selected categories. Selected The Level rooms and suites add executive lounge access, turndown service, pillow selection and tea and coffee facilities, with some also offering an espresso machine, and standout options include the Sea View (Presidential Suite The Level) with an outdoor whirlpool bath.A lively programme brings the resort to life, with entertainment for adults and children, live music and a mini-club, alongside a childcare service. Active days can include aquafit and beach volleyball, with cycling and mountain biking also featuring, while on-site pursuits extend to a tennis court, table tennis, crazy golf and billiards. Wellness is a strong theme, with yoga and Pilates, a gym supported by a personal trainer, and a spa circuit that includes a hammam, sauna, steam bath and whirlpool bath, complemented by massage treatments, hydrojet massage and a beauty salon. For sun-soaked downtime, a solarium provides a calm setting between sessions.