Families splash down waterslides while adults claim sun loungers at this playful retreat, where massages and scenic exploration create the perfect vacation balance.
Playacartaya offers an upscale family retreat in a scenic setting. Guests can enjoy spa treatments, relax on the sun-drenched terrace, or play mini golf. Visitors praise the helpful staff and flavorful offerings at Las Marismas buffet restaurant.
Located in Cartaya, Playacartaya Hotel is near the beach. Palacio de Mora Claros and Church of La Milagrosa are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nuevo Portil Golf Course and Bellavista Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Aquopolis Cartaya, or check out an event or a game at Nuevo Colombino Stadium. Visit our Cartaya travel guide
C / Diego de Almagro 1, Cartaya, Huelva, 21450
What's nearby
Monte Gordo Beach
51 min drive - 64.2 km
Playa Huelva
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Nuevo Portil Golf Course
18 min walk - 1.5 km
Nueva Umbria Beach
19 min walk - 1.6 km
El Rompido Golf Course
11 min drive - 8.4 km
Getting around
Huelva (HEV-Huelva Train Station)
31 min drive
Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
89 min drive
Restaurants
Bar La Florida
3 min drive
The New Coffee
18 min walk
Mesón La Tablita
3 min drive
Marlin Blue
2 min drive
Aguas Del Pino
17 min walk
About this property
Playacartaya Hotel
Upscale family-friendly hotel
You can look forward to free water park access, a terrace and shopping on-site at Playacartaya Hotel. Indulge in a body scrub, a facial and a manicure/pedicure at the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Las Marismas, the on-site buffet restaurant. In addition to mini golf and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with a waterslide and sunloungers
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and smoke-free property
Tour/ticket information, a lift and free newspapers
A gift shop, bike parking and a banquet hall
Room features
All 290 rooms offer comforts such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/bath combinations
Free infant beds, satellite channels and heating
All-inclusive details
All-inclusive room rates at Playacartaya Hotel are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Bioscore Sustainability – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10.30 per person
2 bars/lounges
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Las Marismas
Río Piedras
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
Free water park
Full-service spa
Indoor pool
Mini golf
Outdoor pool
Playground
Sauna
Shopping
Waterslide
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
Free water park access
In-room cot
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Mini golf
Outdoor pool
Playground
Soundproofed rooms
Waterslide
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Water dispenser
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
3 meeting rooms
Business centre
Conference space
Outdoors
Garden
Pool loungers
Terrace
Full-service spa
Body scrubs
Facials
Hot tub
Manicures/pedicures
Massage
Sauna
Spa open select days
Turkish bath
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Grab bar near toilet
Lift
Low-height counter and sink
Raised toilet seat
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
More
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Banquet hall
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Smoke-free property
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free cot
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
Satellite channels
Food and drink
Limited room service
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Heating
LED lighting
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The onsite spa is open 10-2 PM and 5-9 PM on Friday and Saturday and 10-6 PM on Sunday.
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday:
Full-service spa
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 32 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 15 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 10.30 per person
Self-parking fee: EUR 15 per day
Pet fee: EUR 32 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from 01 June to 26 September
Property is also known as
Playacartaya Spa
Playacartaya Spa Hotel
Playacartaya Hotel Cartaya
Playacartaya
Playacartaya Spa Hotel
Playacartaya Hotel Hotel
Playacartaya Hotel Cartaya
Playacartaya Hotel Hotel Cartaya
Frequently asked questions
Does Playacartaya Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Is Playacartaya Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 15 kg per pet. There's a fee of EUR 32 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Playacartaya Hotel?
Self-parking is available for EUR 15 per day.
What time is check-in at Playacartaya Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Playacartaya Hotel?
Checkout is at noon.
Are there all-inclusive benefits at Playacartaya Hotel?
Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.
Where is Playacartaya Hotel located?
This family-friendly Cartaya hotel is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Playa Huelva, Nueva Umbria Beach and Nuevo Portil Golf Course. Marismas del Odiel Nature Reserve and EL Faro Shopping Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Reviews
Playacartaya Hotel Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 43 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 43 reviews
8 - Good
13
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 43 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 43 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews
2 - Terrible
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Reviews
6/10 Okay
christopher
15 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Hotel reviews
Had to wait two and a half hours for room to be ready, and the safe didn’t work , not worth the 400 euros a day .
From the moment I arrived at reception to check in, the main goal of the staff was to get extra money out of me. The room I had booked wasn’t ready because they were very busy but I could have an upgrade for an extra €40 per night and that room was ready so I accepted as we were tired and hungry. Parking was available, but there was a charge. Again I accepted. There was a charge for the dogs even though they did not provide ANYTHING for them. Again I accepted. Our suite had a safe but yes, you’ve guessed it, there was a charge. You could get a towel for the pool from reception but you had to give them your credit card details. Overall I was completely disappointed. The hotel is too big and impersonal and it was not my cup of tea
Me gustó mucho el trato del personal y las instalaciones y la comida y acceso a la playa directo. Lo que me gustó menos es que el precio es muy caro siendo finales de Junio
Iván
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Clara Eugenia
7 Jun 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel con evidente signo de deterioro en colchón, almohada, mampara de ducha rota, hamacas insuficientes y vencidas, te cobran por todo: por usar wifi, caja fuerte, hasta por cambiar las toallas
Clara Eugenia
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
manuela
4 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Die Zustände am Wochenende waren unausstehlich! Wocheinvasionen, die dad Schöne Hotel zi einem Rummelplatz gemacht haben. Lautstärke war bis spät in die Nacht furchtbar. Auch im Speisesaal !. Jakusie war voller schreiender Kinder mit Spielzeug im Wasser. Und dad, obwohl der Eintritt etst ab 15 ist. Also: Erholungsfaktor am Wochenende ist gleich null!! Abendprogramm entspricht krinem 4 Sterne Hotel. Grundsätzlich gehört das Hotel, bzw. Die Flure, Türen und Bäder renoviert. Das Personal war trotz aller Umstände sehr freundlich!
Das Personal war
Hemos ido por primera vez con nuestro perrito , muy contentos repetiremos, el personal maravilloso, tanto monitores , limpieza Restaurante y recepción, muy pendientes de nuestras necesidades, un hotel muy acogedor ideal para nosotros y nuestra mascota 😊
Hola, acabamos de llegar de las vacaciones, y la verdad que lha sido buena experiencia., es un hotel dónde los niños lo pasan muy bien con el mini parque acuático, además todo el día hay actividades tanto para niños como psra adultos.
Las habitaciones muy amplias. Por poner alguna pega, es el tema de tener que enseñar la tarjeta siempre que tengas que pedir algo, y el bufet para comer cortito y poca variedad donde elegir.
Pero recomiendo este hotel.
Staff muito simpático. O Hotel é bom. É pena não ter um restaurante à la carte para variar. Gostámos do SPA. único ponto negativo é o Wi-Fi não funcionar nos quartos.
Bel hôtel avec un personnel à l écoute et serviable
Nous avons été très bien accueilli avec un agent d accueil qui a fait l effort de parler français
Notre suite était très grande, propre et confortable avec un accès rapide à l espace aquatique
Ce dernier était très sympa pour les enfants
Nous regrettons néanmoins la température de l’eau dans le bassin principal
L accès à l espace VIP avec la formule all exclusive Royal était très agréable
Le SPA était très sympa également
Seul bémol à ce séjour l espace restauration qui propose des menus un peu répétitif
Nous sommes restés 7 jours avec seulement une vingtaine de personne dans l hôtel pour un mi avril du dimanche au vendredi. Par contre une vague d espagnol à débarqué le vendredi et nous nous sommes retrouvé à plus de 1000. Le restaurant s est alors transformé en cantine familiale où il était difficile de s entendre
Pour résumer un ensemble plus que correct pour cet hôtel de Cartaya
Todo perfecto, excepto los útiles de aseo en el baño, tuvimos que ir a pedir varias veces cosas a recepción, toallas de baño, gel de baño, papel higiénico... Bueno y comentar que si cambian las almohadas harían un favor al descanso de los clientes. Por lo demás todo genial. Volvería sin duda
Las estancias buenas
La comida muy repetitiva y la calidad ha bajado mucho en comparación con otros años y el precio más alto
Un poco más de animación no estaría mal
Por las noches la animación la hacen en el teatro y al aire libre nada solo para los adolescentes
David
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
6/10 Okay
Janie
16 Aug 2022
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Bien passée dans l'ensemble sauf que la salle de bain avait du moissi
Un buen hotel al que le falla un poco la restauración. Buffet muy repetitivo y con una calidad más bien justa. Personal muy atento aunque se notaba la inexperiencia de algunos (lo normal)
Todo ha sido perfecto.
Pegas, personalmente no podemos indicar ninguna, desde las instalaciones, los servicios y sobre todo el personal ha sido espectacular.
Lo mejor, las piscinas, los toboganes y el equipo de animación.
Lo peor, la zona de suelo rojo de las piscinas que no se limpiaba a diario y se quedaba pegajoso con las bebidas que la gente derrama y con los restos de los pinos (resina y agujas). Tampoco me gustó que el todo incluido no lo incluyera todo porque había un todo incluido imperial que sí lo incluía todo. Si el todo incluido no lo incluye todo porque hay otra categoría superior que sí lo incluye, debería dejar de llamarse todo incluido
JoséAntonio
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
30 Jun 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
La comida regular... y mucho estrés estando todo el día con la tarjeta de la habitación para pedir una simple botella de agua