Luxury villas in Marbella, hidden gems in Calpe, as well as beauties in the Balearic and Canary Islands – I’ve got 20 villas in Spain to inspire your next holiday.
Villa holidays are one of the top travel trends in 2022, and as Spain is one of our most popular holiday destinations, you would have to conclude that villas in Spain will be highly sought after this year.
The privacy and space that a villa offers can not be compared to a typical hotel resort, and enjoying a day at your private pool followed by sundowners is surely a bucket list holiday for us all.
Villas in Spain come in all shapes and sizes. I have everything from one-bedroom value villas in Tenerife to five-bedroom luxury homes in Marbella. Most of these villas in Spain have private pools, but there are a few exceptions that have shared pools.
Top tips for booking villa holidays:
One of my top tips for booking villas in Spain is to check the change over dates. Most villas are sold for seven nights during peak season and Saturday Sunday are common change over days. If you can not find availability for the villa you require, check the same villa arriving on a Saturday and you may be surprised to find it available.
It is important to check the cancellation policy before you book. Some villas allow cancellation up to seven days before arrival but 30 or 60 days is more common. There are various websites offering villas holidays but always check reviews before you book.
I have selected villas in Spain below with various websites including Solmar Villas, Booking.com, VRBO and Expedia, and all have good reviews from previous guests. There are many more villas available on these websites, so if these are not available on the dates you require, you should be offered alternatives via the links below.
Solmar Villas are villa specialists and have numerous villas in Spain as well as Greece, Portugal, Croatia etc. I love how you can filter your search to see villas with private or heated pools, to see if there are children’s sections available, and to see if car hire is essential.
Solmar Villas have kindly given me an exclusive promo code for a further €50 off ANY of the villas on their website – use promo code SAVE50TTE to save €50 off the prices shown. See Ts & Cs here.
Some of the links below are affiliate links where I receive a small commission if a booking is made, but at no additional cost to you.
Holiday Villas in Mainland Spain
1. Costa del Sol – Marbella
Marbella and Puerto Banus are some of the most sought holiday resorts for villas in Spain. As well as gorgeous sandy beaches and some of the Costa del Sol’s best restaurants, Marbella’s pretty old town has been attracting holidaymakers for many years.
If you like Celebrity spotting and designer shopping, then Puerto Banus is the place to go, but you need to be prepared for price tags to match.
I chose the Villa Marvelia because of its superb location, stylish interiors and the fact that it has a free cancellation policy. With five-bedrooms and a private pool, this is an ideal villa for an extended family, or friends looking for a special occasion getaway.
Villa Marvelia is located just 1100 meters from a choice of beaches and just 1200 metres from Marbella’s famous Orange Square.
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2. Costa del Sol – Nerja
Nerja is a popular choice for families looking for luxury villas in Spain. This pretty coastal town is located on the eastern tip of the Costa del Sol, and bears no resemblance its built up neighbours – Benalmadena and Torremolinos.
Take a stroll on the famous Balcon de Europa promenade, enjoy its wide selection of shops, bars and restaurants, or soak up some sun on one of its two beaches.
This modern three-story villa is the perfect choice for a villa holiday in Nerja. With four bedrooms and sea views from most rooms, this contemporary villa would suit a few families looking to holiday together or a group of friends. Located in an elevated position overlooking the beach and town of Nerja, it offers spectacular views of the Spanish coastline.
The pool terrace boasts glass balustrades to give uninterrupted sea views, luxury sun loungers, and a covered terrace for al fresco dining. Car hire is recommended but not essential as the centre of Nerja is just 1km away.
This villa is priced with Solmar Villas – use my exclusive promo code SAVE50TTE to save €50 off the price.
3. Costa Blanca – Calpe
This gorgeous villa is making me want to visit Calpe! Renowned for its golden sandy beaches and authentic Spanish town, this pretty resort also boasts great restaurants and a lively resort centre.
The three-bedroom Villa Blanc, is as the name suggests, a beautiful white-washed villa. There is a swimming pool and veranda with barbecue, and you can reach the nearby beach in just five minutes. The main town of Calpe is ten minutes drive away, so car hire is recommended.
This villa is priced with Solmar Villas – use my exclusive promo code SAVE50TTE to save €50 off the price.
4. Costa Dorada – L’Ametlla de Mar
The Costa Dorada is one of Spain’s most popular holiday destinations. As well as the busy resorts of Salou and Cambrils, the cultural town of Tarragona and the vibrant city of Barcelona have to be explored, and let’s not forget it is home to one of Europe’s best theme parks – PortAventura
I’ve had numerous requests from families looking for villas in the Costa Dorada, but want to escape the bustling resorts of Salou. I’m told that L’Ametlla de Mar might just be the answer. As well as a good choice of restaurants and cafes, there is a play area for the kids in the main square.
Villa Fleur is a four-bedroom villa located just 500 metres from the beach, 300 metres from Cala Port Olivet and 3km from L’Ametlla de Mar. You can enjoy a private pool, and generous garden with plenty of room for kids to kick a ball around.
Read: Top 10 reasons to visit PortAventura
Read: Top things to do in Barcelona and where to stay
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Holiday Villas in Spain – Balearic Islands
5. Majorca – Puerto Pollensa
Puerto Pollensa is one of my favourite resorts in Spain. It’s got it all, a pretty old town, lovely restaurants and a super sandy beach. It also happens to be ideally located to explore the upmarket towns of Soller and Deia, the medieval village of Valledemossa, and Cap Formentor – the most northern part of Majorca.
Villa Marvil is two-bedroom villa surrounded by beautiful gardens and offers superb value for holidaymakers looking for villas in Spain. It boasts a large private pool and garden, perfect for kids to play in, as well as a traditional brick BBQ and air conditioning.
It is located between the town of Pollensa and the beach at Puerto Pollensa, both are about 10 minutes drive away. Car hire is recommended.
This villa is priced with Solmar Villas – use my exclusive promo code SAVE50TTE to save €50 off the price.
Read: Majorca – How to choose the right resort for you
6. Majorca – Cala d’Or
Cala d’Or was once a small fishing village, and now boasts a stylish marina, gorgeous cove beaches, and lots of upmarket boutiques.
Cala d’Or manages to retain its Spanish charm, with whitewashed buildings and cobbled streets, but also offers a good selection of bars and restaurants that would suit an extended family holiday, or a group of friends looking for a relaxing holiday.
The Villa Voramar is a fabulous four-bedroom villa that not only boasts stunning sea views, but is located within walking distance of shops, bars and restaurants. Luxury villas in Spain where you don’t need a car are not always easy to find, but this one certainly ticks all boxes.
You can enjoy a swim in the pool or enjoy direct sea access from a small rocky cove at the end of the villa. This villa also boasts a terrace with sea views and built in barbecue.
You will find a small cove five minutes walk away, or the village of Cala Egos with a selection of shops, bars and restaurants, just 10 minutes walk away. The marina and centre of Cala d’Or is about 3km away.
This villa is priced with Solmar Villas – use my exclusive promo code SAVE50TTE to save €50 off the price.
7. Menorca – Calan Bosch
For families looking for villas in Spain in a relaxed family friendly resort, then look no further than Menorca. Still relatively unspoilt, Menorca retains all the charm and character you would expect from a Spanish island, without the high rise blocks.
Cala’n Bosch is one of Menorca’s most popular family resorts. It is a purpose-built resort with whitewashed buildings, a pretty cove beach, and a stylish marina.
The Villa Miel is a single storey villa located just 10 minutes walk from shops, bars and restaurants, so car hire is not essential. This three-bedroom villa boasts a kidney-shaped pool, spacious terrace and brick barbecue for al fresco dining.
This villa is priced with Solmar Villas – use my exclusive promo code SAVE50TTE to save €50 off the price.
8. Menorca – Cala Blanca
The Villas Serena are the great choice if a few families want to holiday together as there are four villas on this site. Each property has its own private pool and garden with patio and barbecue. One of the massive advantages about staying here is its location. The Cala Blanca beach is just 100 meters away and the village centre is only 200 metres away.
9. Ibiza – Santa Eulalia
There are many different resort options available for villa holidays in Ibiza. While lively resorts like San Antonio and Playa d’en Bossa are popular for late night revellers, Santa Eulalia is the upmarket choice and ideal for families or couples.
Ibiza Town offers a great mix of nightlife and culture, and offers something for all holidaymakers – it is also a great choice for a short stay.
Casa Beni is a gorgeous three-bedroom villa set in beautiful gardens with a private pool, terrace and pergola. It is a five minute drive or 30 minute walk to the beach, and the shops, bars, and restaurants in the upmarket town of Santa Eulalia. If you fancy a change of scene, Ibiza Town is just 15 minutes drive away.
This host manages 44 properties and receives excellent reviews from previous guests. It also offers free cancellation up to 60 days before departure.
10. Ibiza – Ibiza Town
Located just 10 minutes drive from Ibiza Town, the modern Villa Can Fluxa is the perfect choice for a special group getaway. This four-bedroom villa is beautifully decorated in contemporary style with an open-plan kitchen that opens out to the pool area. There is around spa bath in one of the five bathrooms, a large private pool with sun loungers, and a garden with covered terrace and barbecue.
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Villas in Spain – Canary Islands
11. Lanzarote – Villa Seajay
With year round sunshine, duty free shopping, a great choice of restaurants and long sandy beaches – it is not surprising that Lanzarote is one of the most popular holiday destinations from Ireland.
Read: Why Lanzarote is my favourite Canary Island
Villa Seajay is a great value villa in Lanzarote, and is located only a few minutes’ walk to the main strip in Puerto del Carmen. This two-storey villa boasts three-bedrooms, a private heated pool and stunning sea views.
There is covered seating outside with a traditional brick barbecue for necessary alfresco dining, and the pool has a lockable gate to prevent young children from entering unaccompanied. This can be collapsed if children are older or you are travelling with friends.
The pool heated from November – April and this is included in the cost of your stay.
This villa is priced with Solmar Villas – use my exclusive promo code SAVE50TTE to save €50 off the price.
12. Lanzarote – Playa Blanca
Playa Blanca is often described as the sophisticated choice for those looking for villas in Lanzarote. It is an ideal winter sun destination as it boasts year round sunshine and gorgeous sandy beaches.
When I spotted this gorgeous day bed I knew this luxury villa in Lanzarote deserved a place on my list of top villas in Spain. If you can manage to tear yourself away from the day bed and private heated pool with sea views, you will find three bedrooms over two levels, a modern lounge with games console, a pool table, table tennis, and a brick barbecue for al fresco dining.
Restaurants and bars are located within walking distance and the centre of Playa Blanca is a ten-minute drive away. Sister villas are available close by for extended families or groups.
This villa is priced with Solmar Villas – use my exclusive promo code SAVE50TTE to save €50 off the price.
13. Lanzarote – Famara
Famara beach is without a doubt one of the best beaches in Lanzarote, and a stay here is perfect for beach lovers. The golden sandy beach stretches for six kilometres and it is one of best places for surfing on the island.
Located within the Natural Park of the Chinijo Archipelago, it is close to the fishing village of La Caleta de Famara. This offers superb fish restaurants and traditional bars which are ideal for those looking for a more authentic Spanish holiday experience. We enjoyed a day in Famara during our last holiday in Lanzarote and I plan on returning to stay here next year.
For friends or families looking for a relaxing holiday beside the beach, this three-bedroom beachside villa should tick all boxes. As well as being located beside the sea, it offers a large outdoor pool with sun loungers and two dining areas, both for six guests. This has a home from home atmosphere, and is the perfect choice if you to escape Lanzarote’s main tourist resorts.
14. Villas Coral Deluxe
I am often asked for villas in Spain that have access to hotel facilities, and the Villas Coral Deluxe always spring to mind. As well as two and three-bedroom villas with private pools, guests can also enjoy access to the Vik Club Coral Beach Hotel’s restaurant, pool, mini club and sports facilities.
Villas are bright, well furnished, and come with a terrace with barbecue and sea views. The Villas Coral Deluxe are just 1km from the centre of Playa Blanca and are ideal those looking for good value villa holidays in Lanzarote.
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15. Tenerife – Adeje
Tenerife is another popular choice for holidaymakers looking for villas in Spain during the winter months. There are two airports in Tenerife, and flights from Ireland operate into Tenerife South airport. Regardless of where you stay in this area you can enjoy quiet relaxing holidays, or lively holidays in the bustling resort of Playa de Las Americas.
There are plenty of options for family and golf holidays here too, with numerous beaches, golf courses and one of Europe’s best theme parks, Siam Park located here.
The Island Village Villas are a collection of four single storey villas which are ideal for couples, families, or friends looking for a group of villas together. Each villa comes with a private patio with sun terrace and sun loungers, and there is a communal pool, supermarket and snack bar for everyone to enjoy.
There are two one-bedroom villas, a two-bedroom villa and a deluxe three-bedroom villa with private plunge pool. Note the one and two-bedroom villas use the shared pool, but this is reflected in the price – they are some of the best value villas in Spain.
One of the main advantages of staying at the Islands Village Villas is their location. There is a choice of shops, bars, and restaurants within walking distance, a variety of beaches 15 minutes away, and the San Eugenio Shopping Centre in Costa Adeje is just 600 metres away.
Aqualand Water Park, which is ideal for young families, is located opposite the complex.
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16. Tenerife – Arona
This luxury three-bedroom villa has everything you could possibly want if looking for villas in Spain. This two-storey villa is furnished in contemporary style and offers stunning sea views from the pool terrace and master bedroom.
The ground floor has outdoor sofas, luxury loungers, and outdoor jacuzzi overlooking the ocean, while the terrace on the upper deck offers stunning sunset views.
This villa is located in a quiet area but there are shops, bars and restaurants within walking distance. The busier resort of Los Cristianos is just 2.7km away, or venture further to Playa de las Americas, 5km away if you fancy a night on the town.
17. Gran Canaria – Amadores
Villa holidays in Gran Canaria can be as relaxing or lively as you wish. Water sports are available on many of its golden sandy beaches, and there is a choice of resorts to choose from.
Purpose built Costa Melonares is home to five-star hotels and designer shops, while the fishing village of Mogan boasts a stylish marina, although still retains its Spanish charm.
This luxury villa is located beside the most sheltered and sunniest resort on Gran Canaria, and is therefore an ideal choice for families or groups looking for villas in Spain during the winter months.
This villa boasts three-bedrooms, a private heated pool and garden, and is ideally located to explore both Puerto Rico and Mogan. The beach at Amadores is just 1100 metres away. Check out the superb views via the link below if you still need convincing.
18. Gran Canaria – Melonares
The Bahia Melonares is a complex of villas that is superbly located just six minutes walk from the beach. These villas don’t have a private pool, but this is reflected in the price. These two-bedroom villas in Gran Canaria offer good value when you consider their top class location and stylish interiors.
19. Fuerteventura – Correlejo
Fuerteventura is a popular choice for villa holidays in Spain, especially during the winter months. With year round sunshine and some of Europe’s best beaches it is not difficult to see why.
Correlejo is one of the most popular resorts, with a lively centre and a beach offering a wide selection of water sports.
Villa Linda Mar is a three-bedroom villa that boasts a rooftop terrace a brick barbecue and a heated outdoor pool. The centre of Correlejo is a 20-minute walk away so although car hire is recommended, it is not necessary.
This villa is priced with Solmar Villas – use my exclusive promo code SAVE50TTE to save €50 off the price.
20 – Fuerteventura – Correlejo
This four-bedroom villa is also located in Correlejo, but has the added advantage of being right on the beach – you can step right onto the beach from your terrace. With spectacular sea views from your sunny terrace and private heated pool, it doesn’t get much better than that! There are beach bars just minutes away and the main centre of Corralejo is only 8 minutes walk.
Despite having such a superb location, it is located in a residential area, so you can expect a peaceful relaxing stay. In fact this villa is not suitable for group parties.
I hope you enjoyed my post on villas in Spain, and that it will help you plan a family trip abroad soon. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy of location, facilities and services, these are subject to change. It is advisable to check the booking website for more details. Some of the links in this post are affiliate link, where I receive a small commission if a booking is made, but at no additional cost to you.
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