Meliá Hotels & Resorts opens the Meliá Atlántico - Isla Canela hotel on the coast of Andalusia (Spain)
Meliá Hotels & Resorts has opened its first resort on the Andalusian province of Huelva (Atlantic coast), in Spain. The Meliá Atlantico - Isla Canela is a large holiday resort located on the beachfront in Isla Canela, one of the most privileged tourist destinations and residential areas in Andalusia, a new destination for Meliá Hotels International which will also strengthen its brand portfolio in Spain.
Built in 2000 and renovated in 2013, the hotel is built in traditional Andalusian architectural style combined with elegant and welcoming interiors, all set in 10,000 m2 of gardens that make it an extraordinary resort to enjoy the unique experience of Meliá Hotels & Resorts.
The hotel provides 358 spacious rooms with a private balcony or terrace, most with views of the sea or the mouth of River Carreras. They include superior rooms with a lounge, family rooms for people travelling with children, and five elegant and bright suites.
The Meliá Atlantico - Isla Canela offers extensive facilities and entertainment options to complete the first class experience provided by the brand. The hotel has two outdoor swimming pools (one measuring 615m2) and one indoor pool, a sun terrace, spa and wellness centre, tennis and paddle tennis courts, gym and children's playground. The hotel also offers a daytime entertainment program for all ages, plus evening entertainment.
The hotel also provides a buffet restaurant with show cooking and twice weekly themed dinners based on regional cuisine from around the world. The hotel also has three bars, including a snack bar for light meals and healthy eating.
The hotel location provides a perfect setting for outdoor activities. Isla Canela beach is ideal for water sports such as windsurfing, sailing and kitesurfing, or for a boat trip for dolphin watching. For golf lovers, the hotel is just 6 km from the 18-hole Isla Canela golf course. Guests can also enjoy a wide range of excursions, as the hotel is surrounded by protected nature reserves and picturesque Andalusian villages. Highlights include the marshes, bird watching or numerous hiking trails, with a wide variety of flora and fauna.
About Melia Hotels International
Rooted in Mallorca (Spain), with a global footprint, Meliá Hotels International has evolved over seven decades into one of the world's leading hospitality groups. Today, we are proud to be recognized as Europe's most sustainable hotel company by S&P Global, and as a Top Employer Large Enterprise 2025, reflecting our unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation and responsible tourism.With a portfolio of over 400 hotels across key destinations worldwide, we deliver differentiated guest experiences through our nine distinct brands: Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ME by Meliá, The Meliá Collection, Paradisus by Meliá, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ZEL, INNSiDE by Meliá, Sol by Meliá, and Affiliated by Meliá. Each brand is designed to meet the evolving expectations of our guests, while staying true to our Mediterranean roots and values.Our strategic focus on sustainability, talent development, and digital transformation continues to position Meliá as a benchmark in the global hospitality industry, driving long-term value for our stakeholders and creating meaningful experiences for millions of travelers around the world. . For more information, please visit www.meliahotelsinternational.com