Costa Encantada & Water World

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Favourites aparthotel with space for up to 5 per apartment
🎢 7 days’ entrance to Costa Brava’s Water World included
🏊 Large freeform pools plus indoor pool and pirate-themed splash park
🏠 Spacious one-bedroom apartments with kitchenette and balcony
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel meeting a GSTC-recognised standard
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Travelisto category: Experience More family favourite

Board options: All Inclusive, Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board

Child age guidelines: up to 12yrs for many child prices and facilities (some activities have additional age or height restrictions).
Apartments: 285 in 3 blocks | Floors: 5 | Lifts: 8

Set in the ever-popular resort of Lloret De Mar on Spain’s Costa Brava, Costa Encantada & Water World blends a residential-style setting with easy access to the action. A short stroll brings you to local shops, bars and restaurants, while the main sandy beach is less than 10 minutes’ walk away.

Water World, one of Europe’s largest waterparks and a huge draw for families, is around 1.9km from the hotel and easily reached by local transport or taxi. Lloret’s old town, nightlife and harbour area are within 1km, and day trips to Girona’s historic centre or even Barcelona are straightforward from here.

Nearest shops, bars & restaurants: approx. 50m
Beach: approx. 600m
Lloret De Mar resort centre: approx. 1km
Water World waterpark: approx. 1.9km

Approx. transfer time from airport: 55 minutes from Girona (GRO) by shared coach; slightly longer from Barcelona (BCN) if travelling via that gateway.

Lloret De Mar, Costa Brava, Spain

The main buffet restaurant keeps mealtimes easy, with hot and cold stations, show cooking and a handy kids’ buffet plus highchairs and a microwave for little ones. Expect a mix of Spanish, Mediterranean and international favourites at breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Four bars mean you’re never far from refreshments:
• Lobby Bar (typically 08:00–23:00 in season) – relaxed coffees and pre-dinner drinks
• Pool Bar (typically 10:00–18:30 in season) – ice-cold drinks by the water
• Snack Bar (seasonal; usually late morning to early evening) – light bites between meals
• Disco Bar (typically 21:00–00:00, depending on occupancy) – evening hub for shows and music

A smart casual dress code may apply in the restaurant and bars, and some services or premium drinks may carry a supplement depending on your chosen board basis. Opening times and offerings can vary by season and occupancy.

If you opt for All Inclusive, you’ll enjoy buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant, plus snacks for at least three hours per day and a selection of local wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks served for a minimum of 12 hours daily. What All Inclusive typically includes.

Outdoor life is where Costa Encantada & Water World really shines.

• 2 large outdoor freshwater pools – one freeform main pool plus a dedicated children’s pool, both with sunbeds and parasols and baby-changing facilities nearby
• Colourful splash park – with tipping water bucket, spray jets, cannons, mini slides and waterfalls, typically open late April to end of October (weather and occupancy dependent)
• Indoor freshwater pool – ideal for cooler days, usually heated from early May to end of May and again from October to early November

The golden sands of Lloret De Mar’s main beach are around 600m away, where you’ll find a choice of watersports in season, beach bars and family-friendly shallows. As with most Costa Brava resorts, sunbeds, parasols and activities on the public beach are locally operated and payable.

Active days are easy to plan here. The air-conditioned gym is equipped for cardio, strength and stretching, and there’s a sauna to unwind in afterwards (minimum age 18yrs; charges may apply).

A wide range of activities is typically offered in season, including:
• Aerobics and aqua aerobics
• Dance and fitness classes
• Basketball, football and volleyball
• Darts, petanque and table tennis
• Padel and other racket sports (some activities incur local charges)

When it’s time to slow the pace, head to the spa for massages and beauty treatments (extra charge, generally open 10:00–19:00, hours may vary by season and occupancy).

Practical touches include a 24-hour reception with concierge and currency exchange, luggage storage, on-site mini-market and equipment hire such as motorised scooters, pushchairs and wheelchairs (local charges apply).

One Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 5 guests
Spacious and family-friendly, these apartments overlook the pool area and feature: a separate bedroom plus living space with sofa beds, balcony or terrace, bathroom with bath and shower attachment, and a well-equipped kitchenette.

Key facilities include:
• Flat-screen TV
• Free Wi-Fi
• Air conditioning (seasonal, typically 15 Jun–30 Sep)
• Hairdryer
• Coffee making facilities and kettle
• 4 cooking rings, microwave, toaster and fridge-freezer
• Safety deposit box (local charge)

Daily cleaning and towel changes help keep everything fresh, making longer stays easy with younger children in tow.

One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 5 guests
Offering all the same space and facilities as the pool-view apartments, these units come with a balcony or terrace but are not guaranteed a pool view – ideal if you prefer a quieter position or are prioritising value.

Facilities mirror the pool-view apartments: equipped kitchenette, living area and bedroom, air conditioning in season, Wi-Fi, TV, hairdryer, coffee and tea facilities, and in-room safe (local charge).

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary. Bedding configurations, décor and exact views can differ between buildings and floors. For specific requests such as low-floor or quieter location, let us know at the time of enquiry and we will pass them to the hotel, although they cannot be guaranteed.*

🎨 Daily daytime entertainment (May–Sep) including arts & crafts, small team games, family challenges and water-based fun
🏀 Multi-sports such as basketball, football, volleyball and racket sports
🏊 Aqua aerobics and pool games in the main season
🎤 Evening entertainment with bingo, karaoke, quizzes, live DJ sets, live music and professional shows (frequency reduces to occasional in Oct–early Nov)
👧 Children’s club (3–12yrs) with themed activities, sports, story time, drama and music sessions – parental supervision required for under 6s
🧒 Outdoor playground with slides, adventure structures and shaded areas (age and height limits may apply)

Programmes are seasonal and subject to change, but the focus is firmly on keeping all ages entertained from morning until evening in the main summer months.

🛎️ 24-hour reception with concierge-style assistance
💱 Currency exchange and luggage storage
🛍️ On-site mini-market for snacks, drinks and everyday essentials
🚼 Baby-changing facilities by the pools and indoor areas
🚼 Pushchair, wheelchair and mobility scooter hire (local charge)
💆 Spa with sauna, massages and beauty treatments (extra charge)
💪 Air-conditioned gym (min age 18yrs)
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel

Guests also benefit from express transfers included as standard in selected packages for many summer stays, meaning you’re usually among the first drop-offs and last pick-ups in Lloret De Mar, saving valuable holiday time.

Costa Encantada & Water World is a Certified Sustainable Hotel, meeting a GSTC-recognised standard at the time of assessment. Facilities, opening dates and entertainment programmes can vary by season, occupancy and weather, especially for outdoor pools, splash park and waterpark operations. Local charges may apply for some services, activities and equipment hire, and All Inclusive inclusions are subject to change.

Lloret De Mar at a glance:
• Language: Catalan & Spanish
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference from UK: +1 hour
• Average flight time from UK: around 2.5 hours
• Resort vibe: lively seafront, family-friendly beaches, waterparks and nightlife, with easy access to Barcelona for day trips

For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

Costa Encantada & Water World Prices & Book
Choose your dates in the search box for live availability and current offers on Costa Encantada & Water World. Many holidays include generous luggage allowances, express transfers and ATOL protection for complete peace of mind. Book with low deposits and spread the cost if you wish.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Costa Encantada & Water World suitable for families?
Yes, Costa Encantada & Water World is very family-focused. Apartments sleep up to five, there are two outdoor pools plus an indoor pool, a splash park, children’s club for 3–12 year olds, a playground, kids’ buffet in the restaurant and full daytime and evening entertainment in the main summer season.

2. Is entry to Water World included and how does it work?
Stays here typically include seven days’ entrance to Water World, around 1.9km from the hotel. The days must be used on consecutive days and transfers are not included, so you’ll make your own way there by local bus, car or taxi. Water World has high-thrill slides, wave pools, rafting river and kids’ areas, plus whirlpools, restaurants and a picnic zone.

3. How far is Costa Encantada & Water World from the beach and resort centre?
The hotel is approximately 600m from Lloret De Mar’s main beach and around 1km from the resort centre, where you’ll find shops, bars, restaurants and nightlife. Local amenities such as supermarkets and cafés are even closer, around 50m from the property.

4. What are the All Inclusive details at Costa Encantada & Water World?
The All Inclusive package usually includes buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant. Snacks are available at selected times between meals for at least three hours per day, and a range of local wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks is served for a minimum of 12 hours daily. Premium brands and some bar items may require a supplement and inclusions are subject to seasonal change.

5. What are the room facilities in the apartments?
All one-bedroom apartments feature a separate bedroom and lounge with sofa beds, a balcony or terrace, bathroom with bath and shower attachment, and a kitchenette with fridge-freezer, hob, microwave, toaster, kettle and coffee making facilities. You’ll also have a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, hairdryer, air conditioning in season (typically mid-June to end of September) and a safety deposit box available for a local charge.

6. Does Costa Encantada & Water World have a spa and gym?
Yes. Guests can use the air-conditioned gym, which offers cardio and strength equipment plus a stretching area (generally for ages 18+). There is also a spa area with sauna, massage and beauty treatments available for an extra charge, with opening hours varying by season and occupancy.

7. Is Wi-Fi available at Costa Encantada & Water World?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, including in public areas and guest apartments. Speeds can vary depending on location within the property and overall demand at busy times.

8. Is Costa Encantada & Water World a sustainable hotel?
The hotel is labelled as a Certified Sustainable Hotel, meaning it meets a GSTC-recognised standard at the time of review. This usually indicates robust practices around energy, water and waste management, community engagement and environmental impact, though specific initiatives may evolve over time.

9. What is the transfer time from Girona Airport to Costa Encantada & Water World?
The approximate transfer time from Girona Airport (GRO) to Costa Encantada & Water World is around 55 minutes by coach. If your holiday includes express transfers, you’ll generally be one of the first three hotels to be dropped off on arrival and one of the last three to be collected on departure.