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Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel

4.0 star property
Ayamonte beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants and spa

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Unwind at Vila Gale Isla Canela, where a tranquil atmosphere meets eco-certified luxury. Start your day with a breakfast buffet and take advantage of the white sand beach, poolside bar, or golf course. Treat yourself to spa treatments like body wraps and manicures/pedicures at Satsanga Spa.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Free children's club
  • Fitness center
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Self parking
  • Children's pool

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
The current price is $147
$162 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20

Why we love this property

Beachfront bliss
Take in pristine white sands at this beachfront hotel. Relax with complimentary beach towels and loungers, then dine at the shoreside restaurant.
Dining paradise
Spanish cuisine offered at two restaurants with outdoor poolside seating. Three bars serve drinks. Free buffet breakfast includes vegetarian and vegan options.
Spa-day paradise
A full-service spa with daily treatments, including massages and facials, awaits at this hotel. Fitness classes and a garden enhance the wellness experience.

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Double or Twin Room, Lagoon View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Lagoon view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room, Lagoon View

  • Lagoon view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double or Twin Room, Lagoon View (2 Adults + 1 Child)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Lagoon view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double or Twin Room, Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Partial sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double or Twin Room, Partial Sea View (2 Adults + 1 Child)

  • Partial sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double or Twin Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double or Twin Room, Sea View (2 Adults + 1 Child)

  • Sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Single Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Family Room, Lagoon View (2 Adults + 2 Children)

  • Lagoon view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room, Partial Sea View (2 Adults + 2 Children)

  • Partial sea view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room, Sea View (Superior, 2 Adults + 2 Children)

  • Sea view
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Avenida de la Mojarra, S/N, Ayamonte, Andalusia, 21409

What's nearby

  • Playa de Los Haraganes - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Isla Canela Marina - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Isla Canela Golf Course - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Monte Gordo Beach - 34 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Cabanas Beach - 59 min drive - 46.3 km

Getting around

  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 69 min drive
  • Castro Marim Station - 30 min drive
  • Vila Real de Santo Antonio Station - 30 min drive
  • Conceição Train Station - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Traiña - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Paradise Beach Isla Canela - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casa Manino - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Seasoul beach club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chiringuito La Sonrisa - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel

  • At Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel, you can hit the beach to enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or relax in a sun lounger, plus activities like scuba diving, parasailing, and sailing are nearby. The indoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in Swedish massages, body wraps, and mani/pedis. Ayamonte Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves Spanish cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include 3 bars/lounges, a free kid's club, and a poolside bar.

All inclusive details

  • All-inclusive room rates at Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

  • All buffet meals and snacks included

Activities and facilities/equipment

  • All onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 300 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • This property enforces a smart-casual dress code at all restaurants, which includes long trousers for men. Shorts, swimsuits, sleeveless clothing, flip-flops are not permitted and closed shoes are required.
    • This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Free children's club
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Onsite self parking (EUR 10 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Onsite garage
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Children's games

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Fitness classes
  • Pool table
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2002
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Water dispenser
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 39
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 98
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Bidet
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 3 treatment rooms. Services include sports massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Ayamonte Restaurant - This buffet restaurant specializes in Spanish cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Isla Cristina Bar - This poolside bar serves lunch and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Beach Bar - This beach bar serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Safes in guestrooms can be used for EUR 4 per day

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during January, February, November, and December.

Parking

  • Self parking costs EUR 10 per day
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.

Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

This property is professionally cleaned.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Iberostar Isla Canela

Iberostar Isla Canela Ayamonte

Iberostar Isla Canela Ayamont

Iberostar Isla Canela Hotel Ayamonte

Iberostar Isla Canela

Vila Gale Isla Canela Hotel

Vila Gale Isla Canela Ayamonte

Vila Gale Isla Canela Hotel Ayamonte

Frequently asked questions

Is Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel currently open?

The property is closed during January, February, November, and December.

Does Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 10 per day. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Monte Gordo (26-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and parasailing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel also has 3 bars and a fitness center, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining and Spanish cuisine.

Does Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel like?

Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Isla Canela Marina and 3 minutes' walk from Playa de Los Haraganes.

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Reviews

Vila Gale Isla Canela Resort Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • The property's beach location offers an amazing beach experience with great views and easy access. (3 reviews)
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Verified

8/10 Very good

Beautiful beach view Staff great Cleanliness exceljent
Lesley, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Special thanks to Inez, Gema, Isabel and Merche (all from the front desk). Excellent staff!!!
Ricardo, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very welcoming hotel with great pool area. Due to the early season, there was plenty of parking available just outside the hotel. A short stroll from the hotel out to the amazing beach. The room was very clean and in good shape.
Håkan, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Family hotel

Nice large hotel but mostly for families, lots of kids in the pool, great sea view from the room. Free parking should have been included but was only for ’all inclusives’!!?? We had to park on a street 300 meters from the hotel ☹️, nice breakfast.
Sven, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good family hotel

12 nights family holiday. We’ve stayed before at this hotel and we were delighted with our room - ask for a rear view of the nature reserve! Food is always excellent at the Iberostar. We stayed half board so can’t comment on drinks but they looked good. I would say the lighting in the canteen style restaurant needs working on as the ambience was OK for evening dinner. The hotel is now 90% Spanish/Portuguese guests which appeals to us but, English is very limited do you have to try your Espanol! Entertainment was busy and they worked hard. I would say that the hotel is in need of some modernisation now but, it is still a decent choice for a beach holiday. The playa was great, Neptune’s still going strong in the marina and the restaurants in Punta del Moral are still outstanding quality and value. Ayamonte still a nightmare to park and a little rundown - watch out for the beggar parking attendants. We visited Sanlucar de Guidiana and absolutely loved it - zipwire and all! Muy Bien!
Pat, 12-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Beach and surrounding nature plus friendly staff.
Andrzej, 14-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel!
Jose, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

verry nice hotel,i will come back.
cor, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect experience

Beautiful hotel and lovely staff!
Kevin, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Iberostar Isla Canela

Clean, good service and good food.
Adam, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Spa Treatments

The Staff were extremely friendly and helpful and the Spa treatments were amazing
JOANNE, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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Bruno, 7-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Close to the beach clean rooms

The food quality is not the best the shows were very poor quality
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Second time in this property and it was again great! Good food, friendly staff, excellent service and all very clean. I did feel that this time the entertainment was a bit slow for our age range, there was a big group of elderly people in the property and not many activities going on like we had the year before.
Sabrina, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it

Fabulous hotel. We have travelled all over the world and have yet to see a restaurant with the selection of wonderful food provided. Cleanliness was impressive as was the friendly staff who couldn’t do enough. The area is very quiet and there is a walkway to an unspoiled massive beach. If you just want to chill out and not be among masses of tourists this is the place! Thoroughly recommend.
Stella, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very good breakfast, great variety of products. Nice design of the room. However, the door is not soundproof, woke up at 8am because of cleaning the neighbouring room. Also, permanent stains on the toilet seat is not very appropriate for 4-star hotel.
Verified

8/10 Very good

quiet, friendly hotel

Lovely hotel, good rooms, we had sea view balcony - a must have, stunning view of pool side and sea. We went for all inclusive , all hotel staff couldn't to enough to make your stay enjoyable. Pool a little fresh but it is end of May, there is a lovely indoor pool Spa was good, sports massage excellent. Bar staff worked hard and took delight in bringing drinks to us from our sun loungers - how decadent did we feel. Animation team very bubbly and fun all wig lots of personality and novel poolside ideas . I took a beautiful hour walk every day along the beach, prom and Marina Not a lot to do at night but animation put on a good show A place to come and relax and get some sunshine
Verified

2/10 Poor

Waste of money (and time)

A four star hotel? Yes absolutely, if on a scale to ten. They are unorganized at check-in and it went downhill from there. The room itself was ok for a 2-3 star hotel, until we opened the bathroom, a reaking smell of urine. This wasn't cleaned at all during our stay. Despite the room being on the top floor (4th), the cooking odor from the kitchen reached our room and floor. They made us pay a deposit for towels. Honestly, I don't know if I should cry or laugh. The towels could only be changed for fresh ones during limited hours. Not enough sunbeds around the pool area. Breakfast reminded more of a shelter handing out food than the morning serving of a 4-star hotel. No proper restaurant in the hotel and we had to leave with car to eat both lunch and dinner. With small children, anything but practical. Overall, we could leave fast enough. The hotel is a joke.
Anders, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Todo ha sido correcto, Repetiremos.
Manuel, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Quarto limpo e funcionários muito simpáticos. Pequeno almoço e jantar de ótima qualidade e com muitas opções!
Ana Luisa, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Está muy bien
Ruben aguilarte, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel estupendo y servicio cuidado. Quizás podria el desayuno ser más variado pero calidad precio nos mereció la pena.
3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Buffet cortito

El buffet en el almuerzo y la cena bastante flojito con muy poca variedad. El desayuno, sin embargo, está muy bien con todo tipo de comida y dulces.
Manuel Jesús, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Superbe hôtel, personnel agréable. Mais la propreté laisse à désirer surtout sur la partie extérieure au niveau des piscines. Le petit déjeuner est également moyen.
Jerome, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Estancia fabulosa, a pie de una playa inmensa. La habitación grande con vista a la laguna preciosa.
Aurelie, 4-night trip