Title: Hotel Valsequillo Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=2810743&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Valsequillo Three welcoming bars and a restaurant await at Hotel Valsequillo, where guests can enjoy delicious meals before exploring nearby attractions via the area shuttle ## Photo gallery for Hotel Valsequillo ![View from property - Hotel Valsequillo (Lepe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2810800/2810743/942cbc95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Porch - Hotel Valsequillo (Lepe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2810800/2810743/51644a2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Hotel Valsequillo (Lepe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2810800/2810743/c65fe5d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Hotel Valsequillo (Lepe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2810800/2810743/55a80793.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Windsurfing, surfing, sailing, motor boating - Hotel Valsequillo (Lepe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2810800/2810743/e3c3966e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Valsequillo in Lepe offers a poolside bar and two evening bars. Guests enjoy a free breakfast buffet, then relax in the garden or by the outdoor pool. The hotel provides access to sailing, horseback riding, and surfing in the surrounding area. ## Reviews 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 10 - Feb 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=2810743&PinnedHotelID=2810743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=2810743&PinnedHotelID=2810743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 11 - Feb 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=2810743&PinnedHotelID=2810743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=2810743&PinnedHotelID=2810743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=2810743&PinnedHotelID=2810743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=2810743&PinnedHotelID=2810743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=2810743&PinnedHotelID=2810743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=2810743&PinnedHotelID=2810743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Double Room ![In-room safe, desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2810800/2810743/a239f41e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning LED TV Cots/infant beds Private bathroom Hairdryer Daily housekeeping In-room safe Desk - Garden view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Family Room ![In-room safe, desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2810800/2810743/e6e6d256.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Air conditioning LED TV Cots/infant beds Pillow-top bed Sofa bed Private bathroom Hairdryer Daily housekeeping - Garden view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Double Room, Terrace ![Bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2810800/2810743/d0a68592.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Terrace ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning LED TV Cots/infant beds Private bathroom Hairdryer Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Garden view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Single Room ![In-room safe, desk, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2810800/2810743/10d9467e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room ### Highlights Air conditioning LED TV Cots/infant beds Private bathroom Hairdryer Daily housekeeping In-room safe Desk - Garden view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### Standard Double Room (Matrimonial) ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds LED TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Daily housekeeping In-room safe Desk - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLepe-Hotels-Valsequillo.h2810743.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLepe-Hotels-Valsequillo.h2810743.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Lepe, Hotel Valsequillo is connected to the convention centre. Playa de la Flecha de El Rompido and Nueva Umbria Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Aquopolis Cartaya and Parque Zoo Municipal Prudencio Navarro. [Visit our Lepe travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lepe.dx6034688) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.23382%2C-7.20510&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-nFF4RbWiGawq2grn5dUa4TzqPw=) Carretera Lepe - La Antilla km2, KM2, Lepe, Andalusia, 21440 ### What's nearby - Espana Plaza 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Nueva Umbria Beach 5 min drive \- 3.0 miles - La Antilla Beach 5 min drive \- 3.0 miles - Varadero Shopping Centre 6 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Islantilla Golf Club 7 min drive \- 3.0 miles ### Getting around - Gibraleón Station 24 min drive - Seville (SVQ-San Pablo) 108 min drive ### Restaurants - Las Delicias 3 min drive - Restaurante Ostras 7 min drive - AMA Hotels&Retreats Andalucia 7 min drive - Restaurante La Bella (El Terron) 5 min drive - La Giralda 3 min drive ## About this property ### Hotel Valsequillo Family-friendly hotel connected to the convention centre A free breakfast buffet, an airport shuttle and a poolside bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Valsequillo. Adventurous travellers may like the windsurfing, rowing/canoeing and horse riding at this hotel. Enjoy on-site activities, such as mountain biking, sailing and motor boating. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and shopping on-site. You'll also find perks such as: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket information and concierge services - A TV in reception, a 24-hour front desk and a gift shop Room features All guest rooms at Hotel Valsequillo offer thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. 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A restaurant ### Things to do - Children's pool - Horseback riding/rentals - Motor boating - Mountain biking - Outdoor pool - Personal motorised watercraft - Playground - Rowing/canoeing - Sailing - Shopping - Surfing/bodyboarding - TV in common areas - Windsurfing ### Family friendly - Children's pool - Cot (surcharge) - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Playground - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Gift shop/newsstand - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - 2 meeting rooms - Business centre - Conference centre (3,229 square foot of space) ### Outdoors - Garden - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Assistive listening devices - Low-height counter and sink - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 1 building - 1 floor - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Cot (surcharge) - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LED TV ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Free daily newspapers - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25 per night. Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 3.00 ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Cots (infant beds) are available for an additional fee - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards 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 Half board and full board rate plans do not include drinks. If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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 This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 24 December A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Valsequillo Hotel Valsequillo Hotel Lepe Valsequillo Lepe Valsequillo Hotel Valsequillo Lepe Hotel Valsequillo Hotel Hotel Valsequillo Hotel Lepe ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Hotel Valsequillo have a pool? ### Is Hotel Valsequillo pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Hotel Valsequillo? ### What time is check-in at Hotel Valsequillo? ### What time is check-out at Hotel Valsequillo? ### Does Hotel Valsequillo provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Hotel Valsequillo located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hotel Valsequillo Reviews 7.4 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 6.2 Location ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 7.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Magalie 4 Feb 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hotel très calme avec un personnel très aimable. La décoration des lieux est très sophistiquée. Le buffet du petit-dejeuner est très bon et se situe dans une grande salle de fêtes. Le cadre est agréable pour se reposer. Il est facile de se garer en voiture. ##### Magalie Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosario 27 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Ideal para desconectar y valoro la profesionalidad del personal, dispuesto siempre para atender y facilitar lo que se le pide con mucho agrado. ##### Rosario Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jose 10 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities todo ##### jose Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### rafael benitez 14 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Es muy tranquilo. Además, cerca de la Antilla y Lepe. ##### rafael benitez Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Antonio 26 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Uy bien general Muy comodo y muy bonito, trato agradable y a solo 5 km. de la playa ##### Antonio Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul, Somerset, UK 10 Nov 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good enough Somewhat thin walls, could hear family next to us but at least signal of wifi could penetrate walls. It was a lovely place and we could get wifi in room near office area but no English speaking TV. Staff friendly. Never would have found it without the sat nav which took us through industrial edge and round bumpy track in country area. ##### Paul ### 6/10 Okay #### Graziella, ales 13 Sept 2015 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Room comfort #### Hotel au calme. Hotel au calme loin de tout. Petit déjeuner copieux. Dommages notre chambre B 08 était au rez de chaussée et la fenetre donnée sur le passage de l acceuil donc bruyant. ##### Graziella ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 25 Aug 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Buena estancia, fenomenal para descansar unos días en pareja o familia. Hotel muy tranquilo y confortable ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 22 Aug 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Aunque las fechas lo justifiquen, precio excesivo. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Salvador 1 Sept 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Muy tranquilo y con todo lo necesario. Muy satisfactoria, y un hotel de ambiente familiar. ##### Salvador ### 2/10 Terrible #### Thengill 20 Jun 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Thengill Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Steven 21 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort ##### Steven Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alberto 18 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Genial tanto hotel como restaurante ##### Alberto Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Hongqi 1 Feb 2024 ##### Hongqi Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### JUANA 28 Jun 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### JUANA ### 8/10 Good #### Josep 17 Aug 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Josep ---