Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort, Corallium Spa & Casino

Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort, Corallium Spa & Casino details

It would seem the motto at this luxury hotel is ‘the bigger the better’ – whether that’s the chandeliers, pools or breakfast portions.

The Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort is more like a vast palace than a hotel - you’ll be given a map just to find your room. There’s a miniature model of the place that gives a great impression of its size. And you can climb right to the top of one of the hotel’s towers to get a bird’s-eye view.

From the outside, it’s an elegant mix of Spanish colonial architecture and Moorish design. Arched passageways lead to little courtyards and shady, tiled terraces. And ornate fountains and curved stonework make an ultra-grand entrance. Inside, the lobby is a huge, high-ceilinged space with an over-sized chandelier in the centre. In contrast, the bedrooms have a more homely feel. They’re dressed in deep reds and greens, with dark-wood furniture.

Step outside, and you’ll find a smart mix of sandy areas, palm-lined walkways and well-tended lawns. There are four good-sized pools spread over acres of sub-tropical gardens. The infinity pool, which is flanked by an artificial beach on one side, offers up the best views – you can see right out to sea.

On the food front, breakfasts are buffet affairs, and the selection goes all out to impress. You can even wash it all down with a glass of bubbly. And in the evening, take your pick from four restaurants – including one gourmet eatery.

And, of course, there’s the spa. Like the rest of the hotel, it’s first-class – with a range of treatments, from massages to facials. Book in for the Spa Experience and you’ll get to try all the best bits.