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Animador/a

Spain Islands Melia Hotels International Approximately €1,300–€1,700 gross per month, depending on experience, contract and seasonal conditions*
Job Description

The Animador/a will help create and deliver daytime and evening entertainment for hotel guests, including games, sports, activities, shows and social events. Candidates are expected to be energetic, outgoing and comfortable engaging with international guests of different ages. Previous experience in hotel entertainment, leisure, tourism or customer service is advantageous. Good communication skills in Spanish and English are usually required; additional languages are a benefit. The role requires teamwork, creativity, flexibility, reliability and willingness to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays. A professional, friendly attitude and strong focus on guest satisfaction are essential.

Company Info

Meliá Hotels International is one of Spain’s leading hotel groups and a major international hospitality company. Founded in Mallorca, the group operates resorts, city hotels and luxury properties across Spain and numerous destinations worldwide. Its brands include Meliá, Gran Meliá, ME by Meliá, INNSiDE by Meliá, Paradisus and Sol by Meliá. The company focuses on guest experiences, tourism, resort leisure and responsible hospitality, employing people in hotel operations, food and beverage, entertainment, finance, sales and management. The Sol by Meliá brand is associated with relaxed, family-friendly and holiday-focused resorts. The position at Sol Tenerife in Arona involves working in a busy resort environment serving international visitors, where enthusiasm, cultural awareness and a strong service mindset are particularly valuable.

Destination Guide

Spain’s islands, including Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, Mallorca, Ibiza and Menorca, offer regular opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, entertainment, customer service, wellness and maintenance. Tenerife has a large year-round tourism economy, with Arona and Costa Adeje among its main resort areas. The culture combines Spanish traditions with local island identity, outdoor living, music, festivals and a relaxed social atmosphere. Lifestyle benefits include mild weather, beaches, hiking, water sports and an active international community, although rents can be high in popular resort areas. EU, EEA and Swiss citizens can work with appropriate registration. Non-EU applicants generally need an employer-sponsored work permit before starting employment. Relocating workers should arrange accommodation, a Spanish tax and social-security number, healthcare registration and a local bank account. Spanish language skills improve employment and daily-life prospects.