Facilities Puente Romano Beach Resort

With a dizzying selection of places to eat and/or drink - 19 at the last count - Puente Romano is something of a foodie paradise. For breakfast, you could head for the beachfront haven of El Chiringuito for on-trend healthy smoothies, organic eggs and superpowered juices; it’s open all day, so you can stay on for black paella, sardine skewers or just cocktails and dancing. Sea Grill is another waterside option for breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner; the seafood selection is superb. Beside one of the swimming pools at Rachel’s, open from 9am to 6pm, the emphasis is on food to nourish the body and soul: think breakfast bowls, salmon wraps and more-ish smoothies. Celicioso is the resort’s dedicated gluten-free restaurant, where you can start the day with pastries and fruit shots and return for a healthy lunch, a sweet afternoon treat or an evening drink. Late risers will appreciate Cheat, the all-day poolside diner that dishes up all-day breakfast and American classics from 11am.

The lunch-and-dinner destinations include two that have earned a Michelin plate from the gourmet guide: BiBo for its modern cuisine and beautifully presented sharing plates, and Leña steakhouse for its high-quality ingredients. If you’d prefer something less informal, Thai Gallery provides a spiced-up fine-dining experience in a glamorous setting. There are two further options in the garden, open from lunchtime until midnight:** Les Jardins** has plenty of charm and a menu of open sandwiches, burgers and the like, while at Les Jardins du Liban, there’s a perfectly judged selection of Lebanese dishes.

Evening-only choices include Nobu, with its signature dishes such as Black cod miso; Supperclub, featuring shared tables, Mediterranean-style dishes and live performances; laidback La Concha, where Mexican vibes inform the food and the cocktails; international fine-dining at Monkey Club; and Serafina, where authentic Italian cuisine is served al fresco on a terrace overlooking the Roman bridge.

As well as the food places that also serve drinks, there’s a clutch of bars for that chilled beer or flute of Champagne. In the heart of the resort, La Plaza has cosy seating, a buzzing atmosphere and a tempting cocktails-and-snacks offering. Then there’s La Selva, immersed in lush greenery; Patio Sur, open for drinks and gourmet nibbles when there’s a big sporting event to show on the big screen; and, last but not least, the glamorous La Suite nightclub, where you can dance until late.