The Cookbook Hotel & SPA

Hotels
8.7 (652 reviews)
Urbanización Marisol Park, 1-A , Calpe , ES

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional and friendly staff (Aníbal, Camilo mentioned)
Very clean hotel and well-maintained pool
Comfortable beds and newly decorated rooms noted
Excellent breakfast (à la carte) and coffee
High-quality restaurants (including Michelin-level mention)
Quiet, relaxing location yet walkable to the beach
Ample parking and pleasant outdoor spaces
Guests frequently recommend and plan to return
Cons:
Spa was unavailable for some guests and communicated at check-in
Housekeeping inconsistencies and missing in-room items (toilet brush, bin, towel racks)
Limited storage/wardrobe space in some rooms
One reviewer noted lack of experience (service/process) in places
A few guests wished for more pastry variety at breakfast
Location not ideal for some (not directly beachfront)

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Generally praised as very clean in multiple reviews ('muy limpio', 'very clean'); minor housekeeping shortcomings noted (requests about a bin, towel rack) but overall high cleanliness standards.
Service
9.6
Consistently exceptional and friendly staff mentioned across reviews (explicit praise for Aníbal and Camilo, 'exquisite' and 'extremely hospitable' service); staff responsiveness is a major highlight.
Location
8.9
Close enough to the beach for a short walk and located in a quiet neighbourhood (many reviewers liked the peaceful setting); a few noted the location isn't perfectly ideal but still convenient.
Room Quality
7.3
Rooms described as comfortable and newly decorated by some, but several reviewers reported missing in-room items and limited storage (lack of drawers/wardrobe space, no toilet brush, request for bins) and variable housekeeping quality.
Amenities
6.7
Good pool and restaurant offerings noted, but a key negative: the spa was unavailable and this was only communicated on arrival for some guests; several small amenity gaps in rooms were reported.
Value for Money
9.5
Not frequently mentioned explicitly, but inferred good value given high-quality meals (including Michelin-level dining), excellent service and well-regarded facilities; score slightly elevated to reflect perceived value from reviewers.
Food and Beverage
9.4
Very strong praise for food: delicious meals, excellent à la carte breakfast, great coffee and high-quality restaurants (one reviewer references a Michelin restaurant); overall food is a standout.
Overall Experience
9.2
Many guests described their stay as 'perfect', 'lovely stay', 'highly recommended' and intend to return; overall impressions are very positive despite some amenity/housekeeping issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-07 20:27

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations and Stunning Views

The Cookbook Gastro Boutique Hotel & SPA in Calpe offers stylish rooms with terraces overlooking the Peñón de Ifach Natural Park. Guests can unwind in the private spa circuit or take a dip in the outdoor pool.

Culinary Delights and Refreshing Drinks

Indulge in Mediterranean cuisine at the fine-dining restaurant or explore international flavors at the second restaurant. The lobby-bar is perfect for enjoying a light coffee or other beverages.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

Located just 2 km from the beach and close to Salinas Salt Lake, this hotel is also near a golf course and a short drive from Benidorm. Experience luxury and relaxation at The Cookbook Gastro Boutique Hotel & SPA.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ALC

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 652 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9.6
Location: 8.9
Room Quality: 7.3
Amenities: 6.7
Value for Money: 9.5
Food and Beverage: 9.4
Overall Experience: 9.2
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Martin • couple • gb
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Eric • couple • es
10
Excellent.
Pros:

The hotel was very good, staff were excellent very helpful. At all our needs

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

Las instalaciones y las buenas maneras del personal, a parte de eso, la oferta gastronómica que manejan, es maravillosa

Cons:

No hay nada que no me gustara, se ve que todavía tienen que pulir algunos aspectos pero con la buena actitud de los empleados lo conseguirán seguro

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Rafa919 • solo_traveller • es
9
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Bernard • couple • es
8
Lovely hotel; work in progress.
Pros:

Reception staff, and actually all the staff are super professional and lovely. Room was great with lovely additions like fresh fruit and very comfy bed. Enjoyed our stay.

Cons:

The breakfast missed the mark. Very slow service and eggs Benedict was undercooked. Wife ordered yoghurt bowl and scrambled eggs. All came together which was a bit odd.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • couple • gb
7
Fantastic location, staff and facilities but food was a bit limited
Pros:

The rooms were lovely, spotless and staff were great. Was a good location. Pool was lovely and not over crowded as it’s a small hotel.

Cons:

Although this is a foodie hotel the food we experienced was average and quite a limited menu without a lot of choice. It much in the way of traditional Spanish dishes, but pizza and burgers. Very expensive as well

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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colin • couple • gb
10
This was our second visit to the hotel and it was even better than our first,the staff and environment made it a very en
Pros:

The setting is a five minute car journey outside Calpe centre however it has only seventeen rooms and was excellent for a relaxing stay.There are a variety of areas to sit and relax as well as the outdoor pools.
The rooms have all been refurbished as has the interior of the hotel which also has two restaurants on site.
The staff are excellent very attentive and nothing is too much trouble.
The room we had which was a suite had a walk in shower and a stand alone bath and the room itself had a king size bed and a couch and outside seating area which had a great view of the Rock at the Marina

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Sonja • couple • nl
10
Top
Pros:

Waren er maar 1 nachtje ivm door reis jammer dat wij niet van de accomodatie verder hebben kunnen genieten en van de restaurant maar in ieder geval een aanrader kamer was ook top

Cons:

Niets

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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María José • couple • es
8
Conseguí relax y unos días tranquilos
Pros:

El trato del personal

Cons:

Hubiera preferido bufet en el desayuno porque cuando había mucha gente el servicio lógicamente era más lento

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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vincent • couple • fr
10
Excellent séjour
Pros:

Super hôtel le personnel est serviable et respectueux le PDJ est très bon la propreté de la chambre rien à redire l’endroit est paisible calme et bien. Entretenue je pense que nous reviendrons car j’ai apprécié les 4jours passés sur place.
Il existe 2 restaurants sur place et un parking.
Merci encore à toute l’équipe de l’hôtel…

Cons:

Rien

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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José Luis • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

Personal joven y muy amable
Estilo familiar del hotel con un restaurante de mucha calidad además del otro estrella Michelin que no probamos.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Javi • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

Todo

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Silvia • extended_group • es
10
Estupendo
Pros:

Me gustó todo, la zona por la calma, tienen pocas habitaciones así que es mucho más tranquilo, los restaurantes, realmente tienes todo en el sitio, no necesitas salir de allí

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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FC • couple • es
10
Pros:

La verdad que todo el sitio el personal todo de 10!!!

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Leal Gomez • couple • es
10
El trato del personal
Pros:

Lo atencion del personal

Cons:

Que estuviera cerrado el spa

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Juan • couple • es
10
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Enrique • couple • es
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
E
Esther • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Francisco Jose • couple • es
10
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee