In Spain, beach tourism is widely spread with the level of service provided by resort hotels (SPA, golf, water sports, etc.), as well as so-called city trips, which are served by an extensive hotel network from luxury hotels to extremely economical hostels. In addition, for lovers of nature near the reservoirs and mountains are numerous camping sites. And, in addition to quite traditional accommodation options, here are typical Spanish offers with specific conditions.

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Nadezhda Hvatova head of the department of Andorra, Spain and Portugal of the company "Russian Express"

Purely European service, quality hotels, good food, warm welcome, the Spanish hotel database can be compared, for example, with Greece.

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In Spain, there is no state classification of hotels: each region solves this issue on its own. So on the coasts of Costa Brava and Costa Dorada there are few five-star hotels - mostly hotels 3 *. This is the so-called budget resorts.

On the islands of Mallorca and Ibiza, the level of service is higher, there are hotels of all categories, but the cost of recreation here is much higher.

The most fashionable resorts in Spain are considered to be the island of Tenerife and the Costa del Sol, where most hotels are 4 * and 5 *.

Typically Spanish accommodation types

There are a lot of hotels in the country, both traditional and quite specific, occurring mainly here and nowhere else:

Hostal (family hotel) - a small mansion, or from one to several floors / entrances of a large house, under the direction of one family. From an ordinary hotel is distinguished by the lack of such attributes as own restaurant, swimming pool, other places for amusements, but with the Spanish cosiness and hospitality. Nutrition, as a rule, is provided either by the owners themselves or by nearby cafes. There are family hotels with individual bathrooms and one on the floor. The price of the stay is about 25 EUR per person.

Pension (guesthouse) is a private family-run hotel that is slightly lower than Hostal. Most of them rent for no more than one night, and are apartments in apartment houses, where separate rooms are locked with a key, and the kitchen, bathroom and toilet are shared. Overnight in such a place will cost between 20-25 EUR.

Posada (rural hotel) - a small country estate, turned into a modern hotel. In addition to the overnight stay, breakfast is offered, and there may also be a small bar.

Albergue / Refugi (shelter) - located along the tourist routes in the mountains and national parks, small heated houses with kitchen and everything necessary not only for spending the night, but also for living for several days. Such shelters are mandatory on all maps of walking routes. The price of accommodation is within 10-15 EUR.

Casa Rural (rural house) - a country house with a large garden and a house area in a picturesque location on the plain, in the mountains or on the shore of the reservoir. As a rule, it is completely surrendered and autonomous enough. Rent a similar house - from 60 EUR.

Villa - a private house in the territory of which can be a swimming pool, tennis court, lawn or playground. Leased to the guests entirely or partially (usually a whole floor or wing of the building). At the height of the tourist season, renting a villa in a popular resort can cost from 600 EUR per week.

Palacio (old mansion) - chic both in terms of interior and cost of accommodation in historic buildings of the Spanish nobility and ancient castles.

Parador (Inn) - now a state-owned medieval castle, monastery, fortress or palace with rooms being handed over to tourists. The service level corresponds to 4-5 * hotel.

Monasterio / Convento (monastery) - many operating monasteries are allowed to spend the night travelers for a nominal fee. An important condition: to agree on the provision of a room you need in advance by phone and observe the local canon. Of course, the placement is strictly in accordance with the male or female monastery.

Aparthotel / Residencia (aparthotel / residence) - a house consisting of separate apartments or apartments, comprising from one to several rooms with kitchen, necessary appliances and a set of dishes. The whole apartment is paid regardless of the number of residents, which is very convenient for traveling by large companies or whole families. Rent of apartments will cost from 60 EUR.

Apartments / Apartamentos (apartments) - regular apartments in apartment buildings, rented for a period of at least one week. Apartments are also paid depending on the area and term of the lease, regardless of the number of residents.

Camping (camping) is an excellent option for traveling in the countryside by car. There are three types of comfort, and there are three types, but the total cost is little affected: the price is about 7 EUR per person.

Features of accommodation in hotels of Spain

Most resort hotels in Spain do not have their own beaches - access to any beach of the coast is open to all. At the same time, use of the swimming pool, as well as sun loungers and accompanying inventory on site is free of charge. Pools at the same time work only during the light day from June to September, access to them is closed from 19 hours to 8 am. Also, many animation programs (including children's) work only in the summer.

The list of paid services of the hotel usually includes: a mini-bar, a safe, a telephone in the room, parking, car and sport equipment rental, access to the gym, fitness center, tennis courts, billiards, mini-golf, and sauna services, massage, etc. Some hotels provide babysitting services for the youngest guests, animation, as well as the hotel doctor, hairdresser, etc. A full list of services can always be found at the reception.

Regardless of the level of the hotel - 2 * (except for the cheapest ones), 3 *, 4 * and 5 * - the rooms are air-conditioned, and they are included not so much in the weather as in the schedule - for example, from July 1. Safes and satellite TV are installed in each room. And the hotel is not responsible for the values, if they are not stored in the safe.

Meals in most hotels in Spain is provided in the form of a buffet with a large selection of dishes. At the same time breakfast is often included in the price of accommodation, and lunch and dinner are paid separately, or all food is free, only drinks are paid.