Hotel Iberostar Playa Gaviotas (Morro Jable): review + photos

Interested in the south of Fuerteventura? You can stay at the Hotel Iberostar Playa Gaviotas, where we had a pleasant stay. This 4-star all-inclusive resort will win you over with its many activities and sports facilities, and its easy access to the beach.

In this article, you’ll find a detailed presentation of the hotel, plus plenty of photos to help you form your own opinion.

Discover our detailed review of the Hotel Iberostar Playa Gaviotas in Morro Jable, south of Fuerteventura!

This review is completely independent, we stayed anonymously and paid our bill in full.

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Why stay at the Hotel Iberostar Playa Gaviotas?

This hotel offers a complete range of services for a relaxing stay by the sea. In fact, we’ve listed it among the best all-inclusive hotels in Fuerteventura. Here, in our opinion, are the 3 main assets of this establishment:

Sea view: enjoy breathtaking sea views from the hotel’s rooms.

Star Prestige option: we’ve opted for this option, which offers a host of advantages (better views, all-you-can-eat bar, area and pool reserved for Star Prestige customers…).

View of the pool reserved for Star Prestige guests.

Activities and sports facilities: the hotel has a table tennis table, tennis courts and squash courts, and you can also try your hand at yoga or archery! There’s even indoor bowling, foosball and billiards!

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Is the Hotel Iberostar Playa Gaviotas worth it? Our review

In our opinion, staying at this hotel is an excellent option if you’re looking for comfort and a wide range of activities, including sports. Its sea views and proximity to the beach are undeniable assets. We think this establishment offers really good value for money. Finally, we recommend the Star Prestige option, which offers real added value with its sublime reserved pool! In view of its many advantages, we have listed this establishment among the best hotels in the town of Morro Jable.

Decoration and atmosphere

The hotel’s decor is sober and classic, to suit the tastes of as many people as possible. If you appreciate contemporary, characterful decor, you’ll be happiest in one of the boutique hotels we’ve listed in this article. In the common areas serving the rooms, you’ll find beige tiles and walls in orange hues.

View of the common areas serving the rooms.

In the dining areas, notably the main dining room, the tones are more modern, in shades of white and gray. But what we appreciated most were the outdoor terraces. This is where we felt the beach and vacation atmosphere best, with wooden tables, plants, string lights and comfortable chairs. The atmosphere was even cosier in the evening with the lights dimmed!

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The room

Our room was rather spacious, sober and classic with the predominance of white. Most of the furniture, as well as the curves of the headboard, gave it a rustic feel. The rattan armchairs gave our room a vacation atmosphere. We liked the touches of blue on the curtains and armchair cushions. They matched perfectly with the bright hues of the sea, which caught our eye as soon as we entered the room.

On the desk in the room, we found a coffee maker, 2 coffee pods, 2 cups, a reusable water bottle, 2 glasses of water and sugar. We also had beach towels and foutas on the bed, as well as a bathrobe and slippers in the wardrobe. These facilities are reserved for Star Prestige customers.

Our room belonged to the Star Prestige range, available for adults and teenagers aged 15 and over. It featured a large bay window opening onto a balcony equipped with 2 deckchairs and a small table for contemplating the magnificent sea view. We also had a sublime view of the expanse of beach, and the garden below reserved for Star Prestige guests.

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The bathroom

Although the decoration of our bathroom was not particularly to our taste, we liked it. It was indeed spacious and functional, with a bathtub, bidet and toilet.

We had already discovered “The Rerum Natura” brand toiletries during our stay at the nearby Iberostar Fuerteventura Palace hotel. We were delighted to find it again here, as we had found these organic shampoos and shower gels to be of the highest quality.

The breakfast

Breakfast is buffet-style, varied and delicious. It is served in the hotel’s Atlantico restaurant between 7:30 and 10:30 am. The room is pleasant, although the tables are close together. As a Star Prestige customer, we were entitled to a reserved area.

You’ll find a wide selection of sweet products, pastries, lots of cut fruit, cereals, cakes and cookies, all of which whet our appetites. There was an extensive range of smoothies and juices. We also appreciated the variety of breads on offer.

Do you prefer a savoury breakfast? The buffet is sure to please, with classic dishes (eggs, crudités, vegetables, cheeses…) as well as local products (cold meats, croquetas, tortillas…), which we recommend you try.

Equipment and common areas

This hotel offers a wide range of facilities. In fact, we’ve listed it among the best resort-hotels in Fuerteventura. This is the ideal accommodation for those looking for a complete package, as it features:

3 pools, including an infinity pool reserved for Star Prestige customers.
1 hydromassage pool in the area reserved for Star Prestige guests.
6 bars, including an open bar reserved for Star Prestige customers.
1 restaurant.
1 gym.
1 sports field.
table tennis tables.
tennis and squash courts (extra charge).
1 children’s playground.
1 spa.
1 clothing and accessories boutique.

The establishment also offers a wide range of services:

1 24-hour room service (extra charge).
1 reception open 24 hours a day.
1 concierge service.
1 laundry service.
1 Fit & Fun program for a variety of sporting activities (paddle yoga, aerobics, aquacycling, fit jumping, volleyball, gymnastics…).
1 Star Camp program, with activities for children aged 4 to 12, and teenagers up to 17.
Professional entertainment in the Sotavento bar.

Especially for Prestige customers:

1 dedicated swimming pool.
1 hydromassage pool.
1 bar at will.
1 gym area with state-of-the-art cardio and weight machines.
1 relaxation room with books and magazines.
The best rooms equipped with the most beautiful sea views.
in rooms, the 1st minibar refill is free of charge.
1 reception reserved for them.
discounts on spa treatments.

View of the Star Prestige relaxation room.

Pool

The facility features 3 swimming pools, 2 of which are open to all guests. One of them is large and long, but with beautiful curves. A pontoon goes over it. They are surrounded by a large number of deckchairs and palm trees. Showers are available. The pool bar is located next to the main pool.

As a Star Prestige customer, we had access to a magnificent infinity pool, overlooking the sea and the beach as far as the eye could see. Swimming in this pool was exceptional! Next door was the hydromassage pool, which we also found very pleasant.

View of the star prestige infinity pool.

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Beach access

The beach is easy to reach from the hotel, via an access slope. You’ll be there in just 1 minute on foot. From there, the 3.6km stretch of white sandy beach awaits you!

The restoration

This accommodation offers guests a wide choice of restaurants and bars. There’s the Tapas Bar, specializing in Spanish cuisine, and 2 snack bars, the Oasis (pool bar) and the Coronas. You can also enjoy professional entertainment in the Sotavento bar, and the Bowling Bar has table soccer, billiards and even an indoor bowling alley!

These 6 bars are complemented by the hotel’s own restaurant, Atlantico, where traditional Canarian and Spanish dishes mingle with more international fare. This is where you’ll have your all-inclusive breakfast (7:30-10:30am), lunch (1pm-3pm) and dinner (6pm-9pm).

History

The hotel is part of the Spanish hotel chain Iberostar Hotels & Resorts. The chain was founded in 1983 and is now one of the world’s largest family hotel chains (over 100 4 and 5-star hotels on 4 continents). It is owned by a Spanish family originally from Mallorca. They are committed to more responsible tourism (hotels without single-use plastic, responsible fishing for catering, renewable electrical energy…).

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Practical information about the Hotel Iberostar Playa Gaviotas, in Morro Jable

Type

This 4-star resort hotel offers an all-inclusive luxury experience for its guests.

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Where the hotel is located

The hotel is located at the following address: Pasaje Playa, 2, 35625, Morro Jable, Fuerteventura, Spain. A 10-minute drive will take you to the center of Morro Jable.

Driving time from Costa Calma: 15min.
Driving time from Puerto del Rosario: 1h10.
Driving time from Morro Jable center: 10 min

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How to get there

There are 2 ways to get to Fuerteventura: by plane or by ferry. By sea, you can reach Fuerteventura from the other Canary Islands, such as Lanzarote, but also from Cadiz in mainland Spain.

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If you prefer to fly, there are direct flights to Fuerteventura from many major European cities: Paris, London, Berlin…

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Fuerteventura airport is located south of the capital, Puerto del Rosario. It will take you around 1h10 to reach the hotel by car. We strongly advise you to rent one as soon as you arrive. Read our 35 tips on how to rent a car in Fuerteventura. Using this mode of transport will allow you to take full advantage of the island’s magnificent landscapes: lagoons, dunes, cliffs and volcanic rocks, there’s something for everyone! Discover these landscapes in our dedicated article.

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Parking

The establishment is part of a hotel complex. There is a large parking lot shared by all the hotels.

For people with reduced mobility

The hotel is accessible to people with reduced mobility. Adapted rooms are available. On the other hand, we didn’t see any pool access chairs. We advise you to contact reception here for more information.

Is Hotel Iberostar Playa Gaviotas family-friendly?

Absolutely! This hotel is perfect for children, which is why we’ve listed it among the best family hotels in Fuerteventura. Several family rooms can accommodate up to 5 people. What’s more, there are facilities specially designed for children, including a playground and a small swimming pool reserved for them. Finally, the Star Camp activity program differs according to the children’s age group (4 to 7 / 8 to 12 / 13 to 17). Each group of children has its own space and activities, adapted to their age. It’s the perfect way for them to make the most of their vacation!