Hotel Alegria Bodega Real

In central El Puerto de Santa María, inside a converted winery on Calle Albareda. Beach-close — Valdelagrana Beach is about 4 km away — and minutes from the old town sights like the Monastery of the Victory, Museo Arqueológico Municipal, Jerez Cathedral and the Royal Andalucian School of Equestrian Art. Pet-friendly (on request) and well linked for day trips around Cádiz and Jerez.

This four-star spot keeps its winery bones and an Andalusian courtyard vibe. There are 51 rooms and suites with parquet floors, air conditioning and heating, satellite TV, minibars and private bathrooms with hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Reception is 24 hours and the staff run concierge and event services from the property.

Expect an attached winery, a sunny central courtyard, garden and terrace, a lounge and library area, plus bicycles to rent. Practical extras include on-site parking (extra charge), gift shop/newsstand and shuttle options to the cruise terminal (surcharge). Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and wander straight into town.

Conference space, meeting and presentation facilities and a business center are on site. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout and the hotel offers limo/town car service for exec transfers.

Armonia restaurant serves Spanish cuisine in a relaxed bar/lounge setting. There’s also a cafeteria, weekday buffet breakfast (7:30–10:30, for a fee) and limited room service for late nights.