Melia Gorriones is an emblematic hotel well known as a base for water sports, windsurfing and diving. However, it’s equally attractive to guests who just want to chill out.

Overview Recently refurbished and upgraded to the superior Melia hotel brand, the Gorriones (sparrows) provides excellent facilities, attentive service and a good choice of accommodation in a high quality yet informal atmosphere.

Location The hotel is located directly on the 30 km long Playa Barca beach in a protected natural environment about 4 kms from the nearest commercial centre at Costa Calma. It enjoys a very calm and isolated spot, ideal for that “away from it all” sensation essential for a relaxing break.

Relaxation In the extensive grounds amid gardens and terraces, there are three swimming pools (one heated) including a huge tropical seawater pool with integrated hydro-massage. Towels are provided, as are sun beds and umbrellas. The Oasis pool bar is for refreshments during the day; Gaby terrace bar, lobby bar and Cyber café. Fun pub, lounges and library.

Sports/Games Water sports at the beach, including Rene Egli windsurfing centre and school, Big Blue diving school, floodlit tennis court, table tennis, games room, pool table.

Dining The main air conditioned restaurant Los Gorriones offers hot and cold buffet breakfasts and dinners with show cooking, and the Oasis by the pool serves a great range of snacks and set meals.

Entertainments Wide range of organised day and night-time entertainment, live music and professional shows in Las Palomas hall.

Special Features Spa with gym, sauna, Turkish bath, Jacuzzi, massages, and a range of health and beauty treatments. Observatory. Mini market. Gift shop.

For Children Children’s pool, mini club (5-12 years) and playground.

Accommodation 431 rooms with full bathroom, hairdryer, air conditioning, satellite TV, sitting area, and free electronic safe. Most standard rooms have balcony, some with sea view at a supplement. “Casas del Mar” rooms are located in the gardens, and have sea facing terrace included , living room with sofa/bed and a bar containing microwave oven and fridge. All rooms sleep up to 4. See separate box for “The Level” Royal Service.

Open All year    Official Category 4 star superior

THE LEVEL.......ROYAL SERVICE
“The Level” is an executive floor offering rooms with sea views, VIP check-in, late check-out (subject to room availability), private breakfast area with pool view, free internet corner, free cakes, pastries, coffee, tea, soft drinks and fresh fruit, special amenities in rooms, essence and pillow menus, free newspapers on request, mini bar in room, and one spa circuit for each week of stay.

All-Inclusive Option
• Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner; and sandwiches at the pool bar.
• National alcoholic drinks less than 5 years old, and soft drinks in restaurants, Gaby Bar, Fun Pub and pool bar.
• Special menus in bars and restaurants with drinks included.
• Towel service in pool area.
• Use of gym and tennis court