H.TOP Pineda Palace Hotel

The four-star Pineda Palace Hotel lives up to its regal name and is a family favourite on the popular Maresme coast, close to Barcelona. All-inclusive breaks take the stress out of budgeting and let you sit back and enjoy Mediterranean views, a great beach, and lots of on-site extras at the hotel.

Smart, modern rooms – singles, twins, and 4-guest twins – are nicely decorated and en-suite. All have a balcony, and air-conditioning. There’s satellite TV is there if you fancy a quiet night in. Those who want more action in their holiday have plenty of choice: a gym to work up a sweat in, a sauna to wind down in. An outdoor pool could be your first stop for soaking up that Spanish sunshine. A health club nearby offers a greater choice of spa treatments.

The hotel – which has multilingual staff – also arranges a programme of entertainment and activities, from dancing the night away to competing in beach sports. Kids have their own world to enjoy in the hotel’s Kids’ Club. If you want to explore, bicycle rental is free for all-inclusive guests. You can book tours at the hotel, and there are discounts at some local attractions. A 24-hour reception, bureau de change, and on-site shopping should cover all your practical needs. There is Wi-Fi in the hotel, though there is a charge.

All-inclusive packages include breakfast, lunch, and dinner in buffet or restaurant settings. Snacks are thrown in too and the kids can enjoy free ice cream. Drinks are on the menu every day from 10am to midnight. H. Top Pineda Palace is right on the Mediterranean coast and just 10-minutes’ walk from the centre of this attractive resort. There’s a large water sports school that has a good reputation for child-friendly activities. The town has an attractive historic centre, and a good choice of restaurants.

Pineda del Mar tends to attract families, and is very popular with Spanish visitors. Lloret de Mar, the coast’s liveliest resort, is a short trip away. Off shore, the Medes Islands are a protected maritime area that is very popular with divers. Montenegre National Park is also nearby, and offers some beautiful countryside to explore. H.Top Pineda Palace Hotel is a high-quality and good-value way to discover this exciting area of the Spanish coast.