The Ritz-Carlton, Abama

A selection of rooms and suites in Citadel or the exclusive The Retreat offer expansive accommodations, featuring spacious bedrooms with private balconies and terraces with a choice of resort or ocean views. The Retreat includes a selection of bespoke benefits, poolside service, a Retreat Lounge, and an adults-only area.

The award-winning M.B offers Basque–influenced cuisine, while Akira Back presents modern Japanese dishes in a sleek setting adorned with contemporary art by the chef’s mother. Enjoy sushi, sashimi, or curated tasting menus paired with signature cocktails, all complemented by panoramic terrace views and sunsets over the ocean. Set atop a cliff, El Mirador celebrates local seafood. Verona serves Italian home-made dishes, while Txoko offers contemporary Spanish flavors. Savor a drink at The Club House, The Beach Club, or the Lobby Bar.

Seven different pools dot the resort’s landscape, with a selection of three pools for guests staying in Citadel and four pools exclusive for The Retreat guests including one for adults only. The Spa features include Roman baths, hammams, and a cold cabin. The Ritz-Carlton Meaningful Wellness Journeys nurture and encourage adaptability by providing experiences and habits to build inherent resilience, strength, and fortitude for mind, body and skin.

Play the challenging, varied terrain of Par 72, the 18-hole championship golf course. Take a class at the nearby Abama Tennis Academy. Enjoy a gourmet picnic under the stars on Abama Beach. Climb Spain’s highest peak, go whale watching, hiking, or deep-sea fishing.