THB Gran Playa

We had a really lovely stay at the Gran Playa Hotel and would happily return. It's an adults-only hotel with a calm, welcoming atmosphere that's perfect if you're looking to relax rather than party. The hotel was spotlessly clean throughout, and the landscaped pool area was pretty, tranquil and well maintained. The pool itself is on the smaller side but was wonderfully warm, and we never had any trouble getting a sunbed, no matter what time of day we went down. Pool towels were always readily available, and although the pool closes at 7pm, the surrounding seating area remains a lovely place to unwind. One feature we really liked was the quirky street food van by the pool, serving tasty lunches such as pizzas, nachos, quesadillas, Caesar salad, croquettes and calamari. Prices were very reasonable at around €12-18, making it an easy option if you don't want to leave the hotel during the day. We stayed on a bed and breakfast basis, and breakfast had everything you'd expect: a full English selection, pastries, fresh fruit, continental meats and cheeses, cereals and yoghurts. A particularly nice touch was that tea and coffee were ordered from a small bar rather than self-service, meaning there was no queuing or "bun fight" around the coffee machines! Our room was airy, quietly sophisticated and immaculately clean. The bed was exceptionally comfortable, and we really appreciated that solo travellers aren't penalised with hefty single supplements. The bathroom was perfectly decent, although it had a shower over the bath rather than a walk-in shower. There were a few small signs that parts of the hotel are beginning to show their age, such as a couple of loose bathroom fittings and slightly worn towels, but nothing that detracted from our stay. Drinks were also reasonably priced, with a medium glass of house wine costing around €4.50 and a large beer the same. The waiters were lovely—special mention to Marlon, who was always cheerful and welcoming. The staff generally were excellent, spoke very good English and couldn't do enough to help...with the exception of one slightly grumpy breakfast waiter! 😜 There's always one! The hotel is quite small and seemed particularly popular with German guests. A few solo travellers we spoke to mentioned there weren't many other English solo travellers around to socialise with, so that's worth bearing in mind if meeting new people is important to you. Entertainment was provided outside three evenings a week during our stay, including a Bee Gees tribute and an 80s tribute act. It did finish fairly early, around 10.30pm, although the hotel bar stays open until midnight if you fancy another drink. The overall atmosphere remained peaceful and relaxed throughout. Location-wise, it's excellent. The beach is literally moments away, with plenty of sunbeds and parasols available (around €12 for two beds and a parasol). The hotel sits at the quieter, more sophisticated end of Can Picafort, with plenty of lovely bars and restaurants within a five-minute walk. If you enjoy a stroll, the beachfront promenade stretches for around 30 minutes with dozens more places to eat and drink along the way. The centre of Can Picafort has a much livelier feel, particularly at weekends, with busy beach bars and DJs attracting a younger crowd. One thing to note is that there are bars close to the hotel. We only experienced late-night noise once during our stay, and that happened to coincide with World Cup football celebrations, so it felt more like unfortunate timing than a regular occurrence. Is this the most luxurious hotel we've ever stayed in? No. But those hotels also cost considerably more. Gran Playa offers excellent value for money, delivers exactly what you'd hope from a four-star hotel, and provides a wonderfully relaxing base in a fantastic location. We'd definitely book again.

This hotel is truly blessed with an excellent location, outstanding management, and a dedicated, caring staff. It is clean and full of pleasant experiences wherever you go. From the welcoming receptionists to the friendly bartender and the entire bar team, everyone makes you feel genuinely welcome.

The pool attendant is attentive and always makes sure you have a fresh towel and that the pool area is clean. There are always plenty of sunbeds available, so you can easily find one that suits your preferences.

The rooms are bright, clean, and air-conditioned, with the housekeeping staff taking great care of them every day.

The restaurant is spacious and features a well-organized buffet with something for every taste: fresh fish, perfectly cooked meat, a wide selection of cooked and fresh vegetables, fresh bread, fruit, appetizers, and delicious local specialties, which appeared my favorite. You can also order drinks without feeling that they are overpriced.

The morning coffee station was a wonderful surprise, offering a variety of coffee and milk options. Just ask for a Café con Leche, and you'll get one of the best coffees with milk you've ever had. Pair it with fresh bread and local butter, bird singing and sunshine and you're in heaven. Or add Hamón with tomato and olive oil to your freshly toasted bread, and you will never forget this place.

You'll always be greeted with a smile by the waiters and a friendly hello from the chefs when you enter the restaurant. The staff genuinely care about making your stay enjoyable.

The hotel itself is quiet, with soft evening entertainment by the pool bar, which creates a relaxing atmosphere. If you're looking for something livelier, there's an open-air sports bar showing live football just a one-minute walk from the hotel entrance, and two beach bars—one about five minutes away and another around fifteen minutes on foot.

The beach is literally around the corner and is well equipped. Sinse some shopping is always a great idea, the main street nearby has a variety of local shops, cafés, grocery stores, and pharmacies—everything you might need is within easy walking distance.

There's also a lovely seaside promenade for walks, a beautiful residential neighborhood a little farther away, and a natural park just a 10-minute bus offering excellent walking and cycling trails.

Special thanks to the bartender who told me where I could leave my review, and to the young man whose name started with an "A" for the delicious cookies (I'm sorry I can't remember your name). It was a perfect snack for my journey home.

Thank you to the entire team for making my stay a wonderful experience!

What a fantastic hotel. The staff are all so friendly and helpful. The breakfast buffet rivals many cruises I've been on. José makes the perfect omelette! Everything is kept spotlessly clean. There is nothing better than coming back from a day out to a newly cleaned room. Thank you Chico!! Great location and will definitely return..