Iberostar Waves Gaviotas Park

Iuliana Ionescu

We were there for a week, and everything was perfect! Even though this is a family hotel and we don’t have any kids, the time we spent here was great and relaxing. The highlights were, of course, the staff and the food. Everyone was really nice and friendly, and the food was amazing — a great selection, and every day something new to try and discover. The location is wonderful, right on the beach, and the sand is golden. I visited the spa too, and my masseuse, Gisela, was really sweet. She gave me the best massage I’ve had in a long time! If you have kids, it’s magical — they have all kinds of games, and there’s something new every day, from drawing to singing to sports. We loved it. Thank you.

Diana Herciu

We stayed at this hotel for two weeks in June and had a wonderful experience. We rented a car at the airport (about an hour away), which was a great decision since it gave us the chance to explore the area. The hotel itself is excellent – spacious, very clean rooms and a welcoming atmosphere. The entertainment was good, but our little one especially loved the pools. The water was perfect and kept the kids happy for hours. Food was another highlight, with plenty of delicious options available throughout the day – something for everyone. If you’re planning to visit, I highly recommend renting a car. Within just 10–15 minutes you can reach many beautiful beaches, each with its own charm. It really adds to the experience and makes the trip even more special. Overall, a fantastic stay that we would definitely recommend!

Sebastián Kigelman

Great for families with young kids, but could be better organized We spent a wonderful week at this hotel with our family and left with many fond memories. It’s definitely a great spot for families with young children, with a friendly atmosphere and a generally relaxed vibe. That said, compared to other Iberostar hotels we’ve stayed at, the organization wasn’t quite up to the same standard. The daily activities are only announced via the app and usually just a day or two in advance. It would be much more convenient if there were physical boards or announcements, especially since using the app constantly isn’t always practical. Another surprise was having to pre-select specific time slots for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It seems that during high season, the hotel’s single restaurant can't accommodate all guests at once. While understandable, it felt a bit restrictive and different from our past experiences with the Iberostar chain. As for the beach, it’s worth noting that it's not immediately accessible. You have to walk about 10 minutes downhill, which can be a bit challenging, especially with small kids or gear. We were aware of this beforehand, but it still complicated our beach plans a little. Also, like most Spanish coasts, beach services are not included: renting two sunbeds and an umbrella costs €15 per day, cash only, paid directly on the beach. Despite these minor inconveniences, we had a fantastic time together and truly enjoyed our stay. The staff were kind, and the overall experience was positive.

Paul Martin

Nice hotel, even if very compact. Rooms are clean. The location is about 1h drive from the airport. Food is good with enough variety. For a kids friendly hotel, was surprised that the mini club for my 4 and 6 year olds was available only between 10:30 (sometimes not at all, sometimes 11) to 12:45. So if you want a hotel where your kids can play under supervision, keep looking.

Marc Cox

I stayed here in May 2023, and I forgot to leave a review. The place was great. the animation team was fantastic. When I first arrived, reception staff gave us a good greeting and offered us all a drink (wife and 2 young kids). The food was amazing. They had theme nights with theme food. We even had a Japanese night, with sushi, and a sushi chef was brought in to supervise. Snacks available during the day, at the pool house restaurant/ bar. They did this fantastic slushy, which was non-alcoholic pina colada. They had some great activities during the day, including having an inflatable bridge for children to run across. The evening entertainment was good too, some was in-House, other times they got an entertainer in I.e. magician, dancers, bubble magic, etc. For some reason, they did face painting for kids, but late in the evening (8-9 ish); it would have been better to do it in the evening. The hotel is quite isolated without your own transportation, for some would be a bad feature, for us a positive. Small book borrow area as well, mostly in Spanish and German.