Designed with Rafa Nadal & Celebrating Mediterranean Living – Meliá Hotels & ITTN

In the first of the mini-series covering Meliá Hotels’ extensive offering, ITTN’s Shane Cullen interviews Barbara Preininger, Sales Manager for Leisure Hotels in Catalonia for Meliá Hotels International. Barbara shares the ethos of the Meliá hotels located on the Costa Brava – Zel Costa Brava, one of the group’s newest lifestyle brand designed in conjunction with one of the most accomplished tennis players, Rafa Nadal.

Zel is a premium lifestyle brand inspired by Mediterranean culture and way of life. Zel Costa Brava is the first Zel hotel on the Spanish mainland and the second in the world, following Zel Mallorca. A third Zel hotel has very recently opened in Punta Cana with more to follow.

Zel Costa Brava

Zel Costa Brava has a truly unique location, surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. It sits right between two stunning coves, offering incredible sea views. The hotel features a variety of room types, a funicular that takes guests down to the beach, and a vibrant Beach Club. It’s a perfect blend of relaxation and Mediterranean energy—exactly what Zel is all about.

Meliá Lloret de Mar

Equally, Meliá has the beautiful Meliá Lloret de Mar located in the heart of Costa Brava, this 5-star property is on the shores of the Mediterranean with designer rooms, a spa, two outdoor swimming pools and delicious dining options.

Sports, Events & Wellness Retreats

There’s something for everyone. The resort offers a wide range of sports activities, including cycling, tennis, and over 45 different types of sports. They also host wellness retreats, making it an idyllic destination for relaxation.

The experience changes depending on the season. In high season, the focus is on leisure activities for couples and families. During other times of the year, the hotel becomes an ideal venue for MICE events, automotive presentations, and other corporate gatherings, with excellent facilities designed for these types of events.

Bookings with Meliá Pro

Bookings can be made directly through Meliá’s website at www.melia.com. Travel agencies can book via Melia Pro or contact the team directly via email.

The Meliá Pro offering caters for agencies, wholesalers, corporates and event organisers. This offers real-time reservations, access to exclusive services and promotions, 24/7 customer service centre, great rates and more.