A BEAUTIFUL resort on a lesser-visited Spanish island has been named the best in the country.
The luxury hotel, Paradisus Melia, which sits on the southern coast of Fuerteventura, has just named the ‘Best Resort in Spain for 2026′.
The luxury resort was awarded the title last week by Forbes just a few months after rebranding and reopening in October 2025.
While it’s on the luxe side of a holiday you can book it with the likes of Jet2, TUI and On the Beach from £136 per person per night.
In the summer months, Fuerteventura has average highs of 26C and at the Paradisus Melia, you can cool off in one of its four swimming pools.
Three are freshwater, one saltwater and there’s a children’s section with a slide too.
There’s also a chance to upgrade to the ‘Reserve Pool‘ which is adult-only.
It comes with other perks too like use of the pretty cabanas, access to the exclusive lounge and concierge service along with premium drinks.
All the pools are surrounded by sunloungers, straw woven umbrellas and palm trees.
When it comes to eating and drinking, which you can take advantage of with an all-inclusive package, the hotel has multiple bars and restaurants.
Grab a drink at the cocktail bar, lounge bar or snack bar.
And for food, you can take your pick from one of the eight restaurants.
These include one which is buffet-style, two that are adults-only, and all have dishes that are traditionally Spanish, local, Italian and international.
When it comes to activities, guests can take advantage of the air-conditioned gym.
Or have a go at aqua aerobics, Pilates, table tennis and yoga.
There’s entertainment too and during the evening there’s live music and professional shows.
Throughout the year there are family-based activities too like arts and crafts.
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This resort is set up like a small village, with low-rise buildings set among palm trees and six different swimming pools. Entertainment spans from DJ nights to bingo and live sports screenings, plus sports on offer include water polo, rifle shooting and shuffleboard.
When it comes to rooms, each has been newly made over and kept in a minimalist style with relaxing neutral colours and balconies for enjoying the evening sun.
The only board package guests can book is ‘All Inclusive Plus’ which includes buffet-style breakfast and dinner as well as lunch, snacks and drinks.
One holidaymaker said: “We had such a fabulous holiday at this resort. It has definitely raised our bar for all-inclusive holidays.”
With Jet2, two adults can head to Paradisus Melia on May 13, 2026 for a seven-night all inclusive break with transfers and return flights to London Gatwick from £953 per person.
The hotel is fairly isolated, but is minutes from incredible island beaches.
It has beautiful views across Plaża Sotavento and it takes just a minute to get onto the golden sands.
Sotavento Beach was voted one of the best beaches according to Tripadvisor a few years ago.
Also nearby is Playa de Sotavento de Jandía which one visitor said is
“undoubtedly one of the most beautiful beaches on the island.”
For those who want to head further afield, the nearest town is Costa Calma – you’ll need to take a transfer or taxi here which will take around six-minutes.
While it’s not as vibrant as other Spanish towns, it does have shopping centres, restaurants and beach bars.
For more beach holidays, this tiny Spanish island is yet to have mass tourism with incredibly quiet beaches.
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