Title: El Alquimista Yoga & Spa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # El Alquimista Yoga & Spa Beach hotel with full-service spa and outdoor pool ![On the beach, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438600/6438598/62c535c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Facials, manicures and pedicures, massages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438600/6438598/175abaaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Cabin, 1 Bedroom | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438600/6438598/c92909b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438600/6438598/b6befacd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Studio Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438600/6438598/7fe9a312.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Just steps from Zipolite Beach, El Alquimista offers a peaceful retreat with its Shanti spa, international restaurant, and outdoor pool. Guests relax in the garden with free in-room WiFi. Multilingual staff ensures a restorative seaside escape. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - Spa - Pool - Housekeeping - Laundry - Parking included £153 includes taxes & fees 7 Nov - 8 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 3 - Nov 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=6438598&PinnedHotelID=6438598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=6438598&PinnedHotelID=6438598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 4 - Nov 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=6438598&PinnedHotelID=6438598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=6438598&PinnedHotelID=6438598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=6438598&PinnedHotelID=6438598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=6438598&PinnedHotelID=6438598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=6438598&PinnedHotelID=6438598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=6438598&PinnedHotelID=6438598&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![Standard Cabin | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438600/6438598/c5e99a02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Cabin 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Furnished patio Ceiling fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Basic Cabin, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438600/6438598/756da99f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Cabin, 1 Bedroom 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews ### Highlights Furnished balcony Ceiling fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 249 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438600/6438598/c1588e9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Furnished patio Ceiling fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 249 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438600/6438598/0a547f37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace 9.2 Wonderful 11 reviews ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Air conditioning Ceiling fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 320 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Beachside | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438600/6438598/356f7d2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Beachside 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Furnished balcony Ceiling fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Superior Studio Suite | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438600/6438598/d559d69c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Studio Suite ### Highlights Balcony Private pool Air conditioning Ceiling fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 323 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Superior Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6438600/6438598/e4d610e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan Private bathroom Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Maria-Huatulco-Hotels-El-Alquimista-Yoga-Spa.h6438598.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Maria-Huatulco-Hotels-El-Alquimista-Yoga-Spa.h6438598.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C15.66394%2C-96.52351&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_ANneRodao2o_YAb1ZhqXfsZfAE=) Camino a Shambala S/N, San Pedro Pochutla, OAX, 70902 #### What's nearby - Zipolite Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Zipolite Walkway - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - San Agustinillo Beach - 12 min drive - 2.1 miles - Mazunte Beach - 17 min drive - 2.6 miles - Puerto Angel Beach - 18 min drive - 2.8 miles #### Getting around - Huatulco, Oaxaca (HUX-Bahías de Huatulco Intl.) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Maquil - ‬5 min walk - ‪Postres del Sur - ‬6 min walk - ‪Posada san Cristóbal - ‬5 min walk - ‪Mezcaleria Gota Gorda - ‬1 min walk - ‪Xhuba - ‬8 min walk ## About this property ### El Alquimista Yoga & Spa Hotel near Zipolite Beach A terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at El Alquimista Yoga & Spa. Treat yourself to a facial, a massage or a manicure/pedicure at Shanti, the on-site spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, El Alquimista, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers - Free self-parking - Multilingual staff, beach towels and a front desk safe - Tour/ticket information and luggage storage - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at El Alquimista Yoga & Spa feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes. 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5 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=111545450&PinnedHotelID=111545450&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - El Alquimista ### Things to do - Full-service spa - Outdoor pool - Yoga classes ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Beach towels - Garden - On the beach - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Facials - Manicures/pedicures - Massage - Spa open daily ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### More - Ceiling fan - Safe - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 18 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed 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 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 This property does not have any lifts Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as El Alquimista Yoga Hotel San Pedro Pochutla El Alquimista Hotel El Alquimista Hotel Zipolite El Alquimista Zipolite Cabanas El Alquimista Hotel Oaxaca El Alquimista Yoga Hotel Zipolite El Alquimista Yoga San Pedro Pochutla El Alquimista Yoga Zipolite Alquimista Yoga Pedro Pochutl El Alquimista Yoga & Spa Hotel El Alquimista Yoga & Spa San Pedro Pochutla El Alquimista Yoga & Spa Hotel San Pedro Pochutla ## Frequently asked questions ### Does El Alquimista Yoga & Spa have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at El Alquimista Yoga & Spa? > As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Alquimista Yoga & Spa on 7 Nov 2025 start from £153.19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria-Huatulco-Hotels-El-Alquimista-Yoga-Spa.h6438598.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is El Alquimista Yoga & Spa pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at El Alquimista Yoga & Spa? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at El Alquimista Yoga & Spa? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at El Alquimista Yoga & Spa? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Where is El Alquimista Yoga & Spa located? > Nestled on the beach, this San Pedro Pochutla hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Playa Shambhala and Zipolite Beach. Camarones Beach and Shambala Massages are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## El Alquimista Yoga & Spa Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 9.6 Eco-friendliness ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 288 8 - Good 72 6 - Okay 20 4 - Poor 7 2 - Terrible 5 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ANGEL 4 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Todo excelente ##### ANGEL Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathalie 20 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities We loved our stay at the property. It is beautiful as it is facing the ocean ##### Nathalie Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### jose 6 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excelent hotel… the best option for zipolite beach… the restaurant is very nice and delicious… recomendation: ask for rooms with Air Conditioning.. ##### jose Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Omar 17 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Absolutely beautiful view of the ocean. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Food was great. Definitely going back. ##### Omar Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arturo 6 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities By far, this is the best hotel in Zipolite. Everything works just fine and it’s also beautiful. ##### Arturo Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victor 18 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I enjoyed my stay. It’s a nice getaway. I had few issues, but nothing out of the extraordinary. I specifically dislike the fact that there’s a lot of street dogs around; they walk around you while you’re eating in the restaurant. ##### Victor Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valsin 27 Dec 2022 #### 5 Stars Deserved 5 Star quality for all aspects. ##### Valsin Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark 22 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is by far the nicest place in zipolite by far. I have been there several times the restaurant is fantastic. And they open early. However they need to modernize some Areas. My first room was unacceptable and they provided another ##### Mark Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina 10 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Zipolite is such a special place and El Alchemista is a lovely hotel situated on the most beautiful area of the beach. The rooms are very comfortable with solid A/C. The staff are very kind and hospitable in every facet. As for the restaurant, the food and seafood are exceptionally fresh. Every item I tried was ok, but the tuna tostado, ceviche and guacamole are very delicious. The restaurant waiters and the stunning front row view of the rocks and crashing waves made the experience truly special. Would absolutely stay again. Gracias para un viaje hermoso! ##### Christina Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert jay 21 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Patio garden area needed attention, had not been cleaned up ##### Robert jay Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### VINCENT 19 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Property was very nice. Staff was good but service was very slow at reception and at the restaurant. Prices are too high for what you get. Also had poor communication with front desk. They ask you to use WhatsApp and EVENTUALLY reply. Bad experience upon departure. One person help three groups!! THEN Our taxi was negotiated at one price with the front desk and the driver later asked for much more!!! Consumer BEWARE. ##### VINCENT ### 8/10 Good #### Jeffrey 21 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed at three different places in Zipolite. Alquimista was best for food and location. The service was also good. We weren't aware that some of the hotels in Zipolite, while air conditioned, don't have glass windows, just wooden shutters and thatched roofs. In September when we visited, the air conditioner only keeps the room so cool, especially if you want to open the shutters for light. We weren't attracted to Alquimista because it was clothing optional, so we were okay with discovering that only the beach area in front of the hotel (not the hotel itself, like we had read) is clothing optional, although it seems to be okay on some of the hotel-serviced lounge chairs by the beach. Our room was by the hotel's kitchen, so between the crew working late in the night and the crew working breakfast, there was a considerable amount of noise. The view of the ocean from our room and the view from the pool were both obstructed by vegetation that could have been cut back, but we experienced the same issue at another hotel. Alquimista is definitely one of the better stays in the town, and the restaurant serves delicious, fresh food. It's a pleasant laidback cabana experience. Not fancy, but nothing is in the town. ##### Jeffrey Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victor 11 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Great location, nice vibe, quietness. Staff is really friendly a d helpfull. Wondefull view from the rooms. At night the restaurant is full of candles with cozy and romantic touch ##### Victor Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Paul 7 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Fourth time at El Alquimista. The hotel is really showing its age. The recent storms have taken a toll. Instead of investing in the property each year, the property has stayed the same over the past four years. The fixtures and fittings are showing age, the menu hasn’t changed, the loungers are worn. I’m sad to say that my time at El Alquimista is over. On to find a new hotel in the area. ##### Paul Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jesús alberto 28 Aug 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities Lugar fantastico ##### Jesús alberto Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Marco 17 Aug 2025 Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Premessa: all’arrivo mi hanno addebitato sulla carta di credito un importo significativamente maggiore di quello della prenotazione. Alle mie rimostranze hanno risposto che la differenza sarebbe stata trattata come un “credito” per i servizi dell’hotel. Al primo tentativo di utilizzo presso il ristorante questo “credito” non risultava. Al check-out solo dopo una sgradevole discussione hanno accettato l’utilizzo parziale del “credito” iniziale senza rendermi la differenza. Tutto molto sgradevole. Detto questo unico aspetto apprezzabile è risultato il ristorante sulla spiaggia, molto valido. Il resto dell’hotel onestamente molto “basic”. La mia King Bed “Suite” aveva vista sui tetti delle capanne delle sistemazioni vicine, nessun armadio e nessuna TV. Rapporto qualità/prezzo pessima, specialmente tenuto conto della bassa stagione. Mai più. ##### Marco Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Pablo Horacio 2 Aug 2025 Liked: Staff & service Los camastros pocos y en mal estado, el hotel ya vio pasar sus mejores días, perros dentro del hotel y en el área del restaurante pidiendo comida, el excremento de los perros en la arena de la playa, hacen sus necesidades frente a la gente ##### Pablo Horacio Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex 25 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Mente y cuerpo en paz Excelente lugar para disfrutar ##### Alex Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LUIS FERNANDO 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Las habitaciones están muy lindas. La ubicación le da privacidad y aísla el ruido de los hoteles de a lado y la comida del restaurante es muy buena. No hubo algo que no me gustara ##### LUIS FERNANDO Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### david 8 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Increíble lugar ##### david Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cory 11 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful property. Amazing beach. Great rooms ##### Cory Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles 20 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We love El Alquimista! This is probably the most luxurious place to stay in Zipolite and you will not be disappointed. Attention to detail and exceptional service is one of the key points for our recurring stays here. They truly take care of you! Two of our favorite staff are Louis & Cheely. They take excellent care of you in the restaurant and on the beach! After just day one they knew what we drank and what we liked. They just made life so simple and enjoyable for us. Louis had our umbrella and table waiting every day. With him we truly never needed for ANYTHING! Food here is EXCELLENT! The grounds here are just beautiful and well maintained! The front desk guys also do a wonderful job and can schedule transportation for you to and from the airport. Nothing like getting off the plane in HUX and having a smiling face holding a card with your name on it! El Alquimista makes it difficult for you to want to leave the property. The quality of services and food are hard to beat in this small town. The ambience is also just over the top! We loved all the candles at night and the refined vibe! This is our forever place in Zipolite! ##### Charles Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lily 15 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Amazing! Wonderful experience All around. So appreciate the staff! ##### Lily Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex Ramsey 3 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Maravilloso lugar mágico Me encantó desde la alberca hasta lo cómodo de las almohadas. Sin duda regresaré ##### Alex Ramsey Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark Douglas 3 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Todo bien ##### Mark Douglas Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [YOTELAIR Singapore Changi Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Singapore-Hotels-YotelAir-Singapore-Changi-Airport.h37996413.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Tunbridge Wells Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Royal-Tunbridge-Wells-Hotels-Mercure-Tunbridge-Wells-Hotel.h34312.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel du Vin & Bistro St. Andrews](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Andrews-Hotels-Hotel-Du-Vin-Bistro-St-Andrews.h7728488.Hotel-Information) > > [The Bridge Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Bridge-Inn.h4336253.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Shark's Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sharks-Bay-Hotels.0-l6069798-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Finest Punta Cana by The Excellence Collection - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Finest-Punta-Cana.h42643300.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Bridlington South Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bridlington-South-Beach-Hotels.0-l6088222-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Oxford City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oxford-City-Centre-Oxford-Hotels.0-n6186736-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Magellan Sutera Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-The-Magellan-Sutera-Resort.h523743.Hotel-Information) > > [TravelodgeUK Hotels in Shoreditch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shoreditch-London-Hotels-Travelodge-UK.0-n179542-0--bTravelodgeUK.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Native Bankside](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Native-Bankside.h25719528.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Machico](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Machico-Hotels.s50-0-d182232.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Ailsa Craig](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ailsa-Craig-Hotels.0-l6092871-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [TravelodgeUK Hotels in Gravesend](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gravesend-Hotels-Travelodge-UK.0-0-d4646--bTravelodgeUK.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Gaggle Of Geese Pub & Shepherd Huts](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dorchester-Hotels-GAGGLE-OF-GEESE-PUB-SHEPHERD-HUTS.h48975420.Hotel-Information) > > [Medplaya Hotel Calypso](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salou-Hotels-Medplaya-Hotel-Calypso.h1382952.Hotel-Information) > > [TUI SUNEO La Conchiglia - Adults Only Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ricadi-Hotels-La-Conchiglia-Resort-Spa.h19860640.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [easyJet](https://www.expedia.co.uk/EasyJet-Flights.cU2.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Goffs (YHZ) to Birmingham (BHX)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/yhz/bhx/halifax-to-birmingham) > > [Kenya Airways](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenya-Airways-Flights.cKQ.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from New York (JFK) to Mexico City (MEX)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/jfk/mex/new-york-to-mexico-city) > > [Flights from New York (JFK) to Newark (EWR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/jfk/ewr/new-york-to-newark-liberty-intl-airport) ### Cars > [Car hire in SeaTac](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-SeaTac.d156205.Car-Hire-Guide) > > [Car hire in Langley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Langley.d8530.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Packages > [Sarlat-la-Canéda Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sarlat-La-Caneda.d500498.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [all inclusive holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/all-inclusive-holidays) ### General > [Visit Brighton City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brighton-Brighton-City-Centre.dx553248635939576791)