Playaballena

4 stars
Avenida Juan Carlos I, 11520 Rota, Andalusia, Spain
Rota, Spain
+34 956 849 044
8.4
Very good
based on 2040 reviews
2,040 reviews
Sun 6/28
-
Mon 6/29
2 guests, 1 room
Deals from
$52
/Cheapest rate per night
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Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
$52
Double room
$60
Superior room
$165
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Patio
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Restaurant
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Overview

This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and a sauna are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. Playaballena Hotel offers 324 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. This Rota hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.4
Very good rating
Based on 2,040 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Playaballena

Sun 6/28
-
Mon 6/29
Superior room
bed type unknown
$165
nightly with fees
Standard room
bed type unknown
$52
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
$60
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
$255
nightly with fees
King room
bed type unknown
$248
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Playaballena

  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Beachfront
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Entertainment staff
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • 24hr front desk

Pool and spa

  • Massage
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

General

  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Solarium
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rental
  • Mini-golf
  • Table tennis
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Child pool
  • Kids' club
  • Babysitting/child services (surcharge)
  • Playground

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Drying rack for clothing

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 meters)
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • EV charging station
  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Dining

  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Workspace

  • Desk

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of Playaballena

8.4
Very good
2040 verified ratings
Wonderful
1029
Very good
421
Good
292
Okay
110
Fair
94
Mediocre
40
Poor
54

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's pool, cleanliness, and service, highlighting the friendly and helpful staff. The location near the beach was frequently praised, as well as the comfort of the beds. Some guests enjoyed the spacious rooms and the spa facilities. However, there were consistent complaints about the poor quality and variety of the buffet, outdated facilities, and occasional issues with noise and maintenance. Overall, the positive aspects like the pool, service, and location stood out despite some negative feedback on food and infrastructure.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Service8.5 out of 10
Pool8.5 out of 10
Location8 out of 10
Cleanliness7 out of 10
Bed Comfort7 out of 10
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Location

Avenida Juan Carlos I, 11520 Rota, Andalusia

What's nearby

  • Base Naval de Rota5.1 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Playaballena

Low season

High season

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Average price (weekend night)

February
June
$111
$241
Cheapest month to stay with an average 50% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 180% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Playaballena

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Playaballena

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Playaballena, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Playaballena, plan to stay on a Monday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Playaballena was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $364, while the most expensive was $364.
  • How long should you stay at Playaballena? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Playaballena

  • Where is Playaballena located?

    Playaballena is located at Avenida Juan Carlos I, 5.3 miles from the center of Rota. Base Naval de Rota is the closest landmark to Playaballena.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Playaballena?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Playaballena.

  • Does Playaballena offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Playaballena offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Playaballena from the airport?

    Playaballena is 20.1 miles from Jerez de la Frontera La Parra. Playaballena is 58 miles from Sevilla.

  • Does Playaballena have a pool?

    Yes, Playaballena has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Playaballena hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Playaballena in Rota and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Playaballena and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Playaballena.

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Good to know

Value for money

Distance to city center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.3
5.3 mi
Jerez de la Frontera La Parra
20.1 mi

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