Beachfront hotels in Costa del Sol

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Costa del Sol. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Boutique X Fuengirola, Spain

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Fuengirola. Located in the Fuengirola City Centre district in Fuengirola, 350 metres from the beach, Boutique X features a sun terrace and views of the garden. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV and coffee machine. Rooms have a private bathroom including free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can also enjoy a shared lounge at the property. Zoo Fuengirola is 100 metres from Boutique X, while Miramar Shopping Centre is 900 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 20 km from the property. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 80 EUR.

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• 2 Soho Boutique Las Vegas Málaga, Spain

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Málaga. Situated on the seafront overlooking La Malagueta Beach, Soho Boutique Las Vegas offers an outdoor pool, gardens and airy rooms with a private balcony. Malaga city centre is just 2. 5 km away. Rooms at Soho Boutique Las Vegas are spacious and air conditioned. They all include free Wi-Fi, a safe, satellite TV and a marble bathroom with a hairdryer. A continental breakfast buffet is served in the hotel's poolside café. There is also a café-bar at reception. Luggage storage and visitor information are available from the 24-hour reception. Limited parking is available on site for a surcharge and reservations are not possible. There is a range of bars and restaurants within 50 metres of the Soho Boutique Las Vegas. Málaga Cathedral and the Picasso Museum are a 30-minute walk away, and regular buses to the city centre stop near the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around 69 EUR.

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• 3 Essence Hotel Boutique by Don Paquito Torremolinos, Spain

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Torremolinos. The Essence Hotel Boutique by Don Paquito is situated in Torremolinos, 100 meters from Playamar and Bajondillo beaches and the seaside promenade. A swimming pool, hot tub and free hammam are featured. Their air-conditioned and heated rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, kettle, coffee maker, safe and minibar. The private bathroom includes hair dryer, bathrobe, shower and free toiletries. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, sun terrace, a hot tub and a turkish bath. Their buffet restaurant offers a range of culinary options. Free WiFi is featured. The Essence Hotel Boutique by Don Paquito is within easy reach of all kinds of attractions, places of interest and the renowned nightlife. Malaga Airport is 12 minutes drive away. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.8

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• 4 Amàre Beach Hotel Marbella - Adults Only Recommended Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Marbella. Set on the beachfront, in the centre of Marbella's old town, this adults-only hotel offers a spa and outdoor swimming pool. Amare Marbella Beach Hotel - Adults Only features free WiFi throughout the property and at the Beach Club. The modern, stylish rooms are spacious and bright, and most rooms have a balcony with side or front sea views. The hotel also offers Exclusive Rooms, which include VIP treatment and access to the adults-only The One Lounge. One of the hotel´s main attractions is Amàre Club, divided into 3 areas that combine music and entertaining by the sea. Amàre Beach offers restaurant and sun bathing areas, and Amàre Pool has an outdoor swimming pool and a sun terrace. The Amàre Lounge, a relax area with a bar and café, which also features evening entertainment. The Mare Nostrum Restaurant offers international cuisine with Mediterranean touches. You can also enjoy stunning views of the sea at the Belvue Rooftop Bar, specialised in cocktails. Restaurant Messina, awarded with a Michelin star, also offers a menu by chef Mauricio Giovanini. A wide range of treatments are offered at the on-site spa, by Germaine de Capuccini. For stays of more than 1 night, 1 free hydrotherapy circuit per person per stay is included. The hotel offers a range of activities for adults in Marbella, including live music shows, themed parties, and more. There is an electric car charging point located 200 metres away. Online check-in is also offered to all guests. Málaga Airport is 52 km away, and the hotel can arrange a private shuttle service on request, for a surcharge. Show full description

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• 5 El Oceano Beach Hotel La Cala de Mijas, Spain

  

  Hotel. Spend a fantastic break in a beautiful part of the Costa del Sol in this luxurious hotel. The Oceano Beach Hotel provides you with great views of the spectacular coastline. Take a dip in Oceano’s beautiful outdoor swimming pool, or lie back and soak up the sun on the pool’s terrace where standard sun beds are available free of charge. VIP sun beds are available for a surcharge. Alternatively, you can stroll down to the nearby beach and enjoy the cool waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Ocean Beach Hotel boasts facilities that will help you unwind while on holiday. You can enjoy the various treatments available in the on-site spa, or relax in the hot tub. Dine in the hotel’s outdoor restaurant in summer, and enjoy a light lunch in the sunshine and an à la carte meal in the evening. Show full description Guest review score 8.9

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• 6 Marriott's Marbella Beach Resort Marbella, Spain

  

  Resort. Set within beautiful gardens on the sea front, Marbella Beach Resort offers elegantly furnished rooms with a balcony, TV and CD player. The apartments have direct access to the beach. Guests can enjoy 2 indoor and two outdoor swimming pools, surrounded by gardens and a sun terrace. Towels are provided and free access to the Marriott’s fitness centre is also available. Santa Maria and Santa Clara Golf Courses are within 3 km of the hotel. Funny Beach is also just 3 km away. The apartments at the Marriott's Marbella Beach Resort feature a kitchen, and separate living and dining areas. There is a laundry room and the bathroom includes a spa bath. The complex offers several restaurants and bars including the seasonal El Med Terrace restaurant and Beachside Grill. There is also a supermarket on-site. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 431 EUR.

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• 7 Puente Romano Beach Resort Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. Welcome to Puente Romano Beach Resort, the Mediterranean's most vibrant place to be. Puente Romano Beach Resort is a member of “Leading Hotels of the World”, and is located on the south coast of Spain, on the famous “Golden Mile”. This is a luxurious residential area situated between Marbella and Puerto Banus, just 45 minutes from Malaga airport. With an Andalusian village-style feel, you can indulge in our elevated gastronomy offer with more than 15 restaurants and bars, experience sensational nightlife, relax at the spa and wellness facilities, enjoy open-air venues, its botanical gardens, or play at a world-famous tennis court. Discover the best things in life at Puente Romano, under the sun all year round. Take your first steps and explore one of Europe's finest resorts. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 760 EUR.

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• 8 Hotel Benalmadena Beach Benalmádena, Spain

  

  Hotel. Located next to Benalmadena’s Torre Bermeja Beach, Hotel Sentido Benalmadena Beach offers an outdoor swimming pool and a free WiFi throughout. Each room is air-conditioned and has a private balcony. Most rooms feature sea views. Hotel Sentido Benalmadena Beach has a restaurant and a bar with a terrace. Puerto Marina Harbour is just a 5-minute walk away, where there are also many bars and restaurants. There is also a 24-hour reception at the Sentido Benalmadena Beach. It offers a tour desk, where staff can help to arrange activities in the area, including watersports and golf. The Benalmadena Beach is 350 metres from Bil-bil Castle and less than 2 km from Benalmadena Train Station. Malaga airport is a 20-minutes drive away from the hotel and Marbella is a 30-minute drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 71 EUR.

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• 9 Iberostar Selection Marbella Coral Beach Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. Iberostar Marbella Coral Beach is located just 1 km from central Puerto Banús. Set among lush palm gardens, the complex features outdoor pools with sun loungers, beach club, gym and rooms with private balcony. Free high speed WiFi is available throughout. All Coral Beach’s bright, air-conditioned rooms include satellite TV, a safe and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Decorated with Arabic and Andalusian touches, many offer views of the sea, gardens or pool. Minibars are available at an extra cost. Iberostar Marbella Coral Beach’s 2 restaurants offer Mediterranean and Andalusian cuisine. One of them is a buffet restaurant and the other á la carte restaurant is located at the hotel's beachfront club. A poolside bar serves light snacks. A massages service is available for a surcharge. There is also a games room available. Central Marbella is just 4 km away, while Malaga Airport can be reached in 45 minutes by car. There is a free public car park outside, whereas private covered parking spaces are available at an extra cost. Show full description

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• 10 Kempinski Hotel Bahía Beach Resort & Spa Estepona, Spain

  

  Hotel. Kempinski Hotel Bahía Beach Resort & Spa is a luxurious beachfront hotel overlooking the Mediterranean, just 15 minutes’ drive from Puerto Banus. It features 3 outdoor swimming pools, gardens and a spa. Rooms at the Kempinski Marbella are luxurious and feature a balcony or terrace. Each room has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a marble bathroom with hairdryer. Facilities at the Kempinski Hotel Bahía Beach Resort & Spa include a fitness studio with free fitness activities and tennis courts. The hotel Spa has a sauna, steam bath, indoor relaxation pool and 6 treatment rooms. There is also a seasonal Kid's Club, open during peak season. The Kempinski offers a fantastic breakfast buffet style and two further restaurants offering a range of Mediterranean and Spanish cuisine. Guests can enjoy a drink overlooking the garden and sea or at the poolside snack bar. The resort is a 5-minute drive from the centre of Estepona and 5-minutes walk from Laguna Village shopping centre, offering several restaurants, beachclubs and clothing boutiques. Marbella can be reached in 20 minutes by car. Malaga Airport is 73 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 288 EUR.

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• 11 BQ Andalucia Beach Hotel Torre del Mar, Spain

  

  Hotel. Offering rooms with balconies and sea views, BQ Andalucia Beach is set on Paseo de Maritimo Promenade, 50 metres from Torre del Mar’s Poniente Beach. It features an outdoor swimming pool and small spa. The BQ Andalucia offers simple décor with tiled floors and wooden furnishings. Each room has a flat-screen TV and a fridge. WiFi is available for an additional charge. The Andalucia Beach's restaurant serves traditional Andalusian dishes. There is also a café-bar and a rooftop terrace bar. The hotel spa has a hot tub and Turkish bath. Massages are also available. A courtesy changing room with showers is available for guests after check-out. Torre del Mar's El Copo District is 5 minutes’ walk from the hotel, and has a range of shops, bars and restaurants. The hotel has easy access to a long stretch of beach, which leads on to Caleta de Vélez Marina, 2 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.3

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• 12 Hotel Miraya Beach Torre del Mar, Spain

  

  Hotel. Hotel Miraya Beach is situated in Torre del Mar seafront and features a terrace. This 2-star hotel offers free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the bar. At the hotel, each room has a desk. Each room includes a private bathroom with a bath and selected rooms also feature a balcony. The rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A continental breakfast is available daily at Hotel Miraya Beach. Speaking English and Spanish, staff are always on hand to help at the 24-hour front desk. Málaga is 30 km from the accommodation, while Torremolinos is 38 km from the property. Malaga Airport is 36 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around 56 EUR.

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• 13 Fay Victoria Beach Rincón de la Victoria, Spain

  

  Hotel. Situated on the beachfront in Rincón de la Victoria, The Fay Victoria Beach Hotel belongs to Añoreta Golf, a golf course located just 2.5 km from the Hotel where you can enjoy special conditions. Hotel Fay Victoria Beach’s terrace café is set directly on the seafront promenade. Typical local cuisine is served in the airy buffet. Rooms at the Hotel Fay Victoria Beach have wooden floors and bright décor. They include satellite TV, a rental safe and a bathroom with a hairdryer. Information about the region is available from the hotel’s 24-hour reception desk. Staff can also arrange car hire and airport transfers. Hotel Fay Victoria Beach is located on the Costa del Sol, a 5-minute drive from the A7 Motorway. Málaga city centre is 15 km away, while Málaga Airport is within a 30-minute drive. Show full description Guest review score 7.3, rooms from around 46 EUR.

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• 14 Urban Beach Torrox Costa Torrox Costa, Spain

  

  Hotel. Set overlooking the sea, in a tranquil area of the town of Torrox Costa, on the Costa del Sol, this is a smart hotel equipped with an outdoor swimming pool and views of the Mediterranean Sea. Enjoy a cooling dip in the swimming pool after soaking up the hot Andalusian sunshine. Grab a drink from the poolside bar and lie back and unwind on your sun lounger with a book. Each of the rooms in this hotel is light, airy and spacious, ideal for relaxing in tranquillity, and enjoying a typical Spanish siesta. You can also enjoy great views of the sea from many of the rooms. Finish your day by dining in the on-site restaurant, where you can enjoy a wholesome meal with all the family, and without leaving the hotel. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 7.7

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• 15 Vincci Selección Aleysa Benalmádena, Spain

  

  Hotel. This beachfront boutique hotel with outdoor swimming pool and hot tub overlooks the Mediterranean Sea. It has direct access to Benalmádena's Las Gaviotas Beach, and all its spacious rooms offer sea views. Vincci Selección Aleysa’s modern, air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a full-led 42-inch TV with satellite channels, as well as a CD and DVD player. They also include a laptop safe box, a small fridge and an electric kettle. The stylish bathrooms include a bathrobe, slippers and toiletries. Free yoga and pilates classes are available on request in the hotel's garden, overlooking the sea. Vincci Selección Aleysa also offers courtesy cars upon request. Vincci Selección Aleysa Hotel Boutique & Spa's restaurant serves international food. The hotel's breakfast includes products for celiacs. There is also a snack bar, terrace and lounge-bar. Puerto Marina leisure port, including a shopping centre and several bars and clubs, is 1.5 km from the hotel. Torrequebrada Golf Course is less than 10 minutes’ drive away. Show full description Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around 150 EUR.

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• 16 Marbella Club Hotel · Golf Resort & Spa Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. This luxurious beachfront hotel, set between Marbella and Puerto Banús, has 2 luxurious pools and 5 restaurants. Surrounded by lush gardens with direct beach access, it offers 1 free green fee per person per stay at Marbella Club Golf Resort. Featuring bedrooms with a private terrace and sea or garden views, Marbella Club Hotel was originally the private residence of Prince Alfonso von Hohenlohe, the founder of the hotel. The property has 5 restaurants, serving International and traditional Spanish cuisine. Puerto Banús offers a wide range of designer shops, bars, and restaurants. The hotel provides shuttle service to Marbella Club Golf Resort. The 18-hole golf course was designed by Dave Thomas and offers views of the Mediterranean Sea and Africa. The property also features a Thalasso Spa with sea views, offering a range of treatments, including a sauna and water bed. This spacious complex also features a Kids' Club for children. It includes a dance studio, music room, an enchanted forest, among many other leisure and educational facilities. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 1035 EUR.

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• 17 Hotel Silken El Pilar Andalucia Estepona, Spain

  

  Hotel. Facing the beachfront, Hotel Silken El Pilar Andalucia offers 4-star accommodation in Estepona and features a terrace, restaurant and bar. This 4-star hotel offers a tour desk and luggage storage space. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available daily at the property. La Rada Beach is 200 metres from the hotel, while El Cristo is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Gibraltar International Airport, 48 km from Hotel Silken El Pilar Andalucia. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 119 EUR.

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• 18 Gran Hotel Miramar GL Málaga, Spain

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Málaga. The luxurious Gran Hotel Miramar GL is set in a listed XX century building and is located in Malaga, 10 metres from La Malagueta Beach. This beachfront hotel has a spa centre and a seasonal pool. Featuring views of the beach, the garden, or the city, the elegant rooms at this hotel are air conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and an entertainment media library, as well as Bluetooth sound system, USB and HDMI connections. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom equipped with a bath, mirror with temperature and clock and Bulgari toiletries. The hotel restaurant Príncipe de Asturias offers International cuisine with a Mediterranean touch, as well as an informal snack bar. It also has roof-top chill-out terrace where guests can enjoy drinks, and stunning sea view. Breakfast is served at the pool level and it consist on an extensive buffet offering a great variety of fruit, cold meat and cheese, pastry, and a show-cooking part for your on-demand requests. Other facilities include a children's pool and a seasonal miniclub, or a wide range of meeting and conference rooms. Alcazaba is 700 metres from Gran Hotel Miramar GL, and the city centre is a 10-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 9 km from the property. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 225 EUR.

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• 19 Marriott's Playa Andaluza Estepona, Spain

  

  Hotel. Marriott's Playa Andaluza beach resort in Estepona, Spain, is situated on the Costa del Sol near the exclusive "Millionaire's Paradise" of Puerto Banus. Our Estepona beach resort offers exclusive, private apartments featuring a master suite with oversized bath tub, full kitchen, separate living and dining areas and washer and dryer for all the conveniences of home. The property's Solera Restaurant serves a range of international and traditional Andalusian food. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 129 EUR.

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• 20 El Fuerte Marbella Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Marbella. El Fuerte a historic establishment on the Costa del Sol, now transformed to 5 stars, is the Marbella hotel that best combines casual luxury, an exclusive and welcoming atmosphere and the sheer comfort offered by its location on the city centre’s beachfront, which offers stunning sea views right across Marbella’s seafront promenade. The hotel’s warm Mediterranean character is reflected in its classic interior design that offers guests timeless quality, designed by prestigious Chilean designer Jaime Beriestain’s studio, first-class gastronomy and professional service that puts the finest details first. Come and discover the refurbished image and significant improvements at Hotel El Fuerte, the destination you’ve come to love over the years, as it takes one step further in offering you an exclusive experience. Show full description

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• 21 Nobu Hotel Marbella Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. Surrounded by gardens and fountains, Nobu Hotel Marbella is set in Marbella. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has views to the resort's Plaza square , and guests can enjoy access to an outdoor swimming, a fitness centre and La Suite night club. Plaza de los Naranjos is reachable within 3. 6 km and the nearest beach is 500 metres away. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Every room has a private bathroom, and a terrace with views to the resort's la Plaza square, a leisure area with several restaurants and bars. All units come with a seating area. A buffet breakfast can be enjoyed in the breakfast area of the Nobu Restaurant. The signature in-house restaurant specializes in Japanese-Peruvian cuisine. Non-stop guidance is available at the reception with the possibility to pre-arrival check-in. Plaza de toros Marbella is 4.4 km from Nobu Hotel Marbella, while Puerto Banus is 3.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 43 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 650 EUR.

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• 22 Hotel Balcón de Europa Nerja, Spain

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Nerja. Built into the Balcón de Europa rock face, this hotel enjoys direct access to Caletilla Beach. It features an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant with stunning sea views. Free WiFi is available. Located in the centre of Nerja, Hotel Balcón de Europa is close to many shops, bars and restaurants. The Nerja cave paintings are 3 km away and Malaga Airport is approximately 60 km away. The hotel offers spacious rooms with seasonal air conditioning and heating, and a private bathroom. They also include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The hotel has a TV room and a sauna. The swimming pool is heated during winter months. Other facilities include a courtesy late check-out area subject to availability, consisting of changing room with shower and toilet. Parking is available for a surcharge only 200 metres away from the property. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 50 minutes drive from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 114 EUR.

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• 23 Hotel El Chaparral Mijas, Spain

  

  Hotel. Facing the beachfront, Hotel El Chaparral offers 4-star accommodation in Mijas and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a bar. Private parking is available on site. At the hotel, every room is fitted with a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all units at Hotel El Chaparral have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms will provide you with a balcony. The units include a safety deposit box. A continental breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. Popular points of interest near Hotel El Chaparral include Playa El Chaparral, Playa de Las Doradas and Playa de La Cala - La Butibamba. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 37 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.8

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• 24 Hotel Paraíso Del Mar Nerja, Spain

  

  Hotel. Featuring direct access to Burriana Beach, Hotel Paraíso Del Mar is located in Nerja. This restored villa offers rooms with a hydromassage bath and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Surrounded by gardens, Hotel Paraiso Del Mar has an outdoor swimming pool, open in summer. Guests can also relax in the on-site hot tubs and sauna. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi throughout. Staff at the 24-hour reception can arrange airport transfers and provide information about the area. Nerja’s old town is just a 10-minute walk away. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 88 EUR.

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• 25 Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only Nerja, Spain

  

  Hotel. Facing the beachfront, Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only offers 4-star accommodation in Nerja and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden. With a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy Spanish dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. All units in the hotel are equipped with a TV with satellite channels. Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only provides certain units with sea views, and every room has a balcony. At the accommodation every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at this 4-star hotel. Speaking German, English, Spanish and French, staff at the reception can help you plan your stay. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Torrecilla Beach, El Salon Beach and El Playazo Beach. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 68 km from Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 77 EUR.

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• 26 Parador de Nerja Nerja, Spain

  

  Hotel. Parador de Nerja offers direct lift access to Burriana Beach and wonderful views of the Costa del Sol. It has an outdoor pool, tennis courts and free WiFi throughout. The Parador’s air-conditioned rooms have views of the sea or the charming town of Nerja. Each spacious room includes a flat-screen TV and minibar. The hotel’s elegant restaurant serves a varied breakfast buffet and traditional Andalusian dishes. Specialities include fried baby fish, garlic soup and goat in almond sauce. Situated on a clifftop, the Parador Nerja is 5-minute walk from the town’s shops and bars. There is easy access to the N340 Coast Road, and on-site parking is offered. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 105 EUR.

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• 27 The Oasis by Don Carlos Resort Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. The Oasis by Don Carlos Resort, part of Don Carlos Leisure Resort & Spa, is 10 km from Marbella, and 5 minutes’ walk from the beach. With a private terrace, the air-conditioned rooms have modern furnishings and elegant decoration. They include a flat-screen TV, iPod docking station and a private bathroom with bath or shower. There is free Wi-Fi throughout. This luxurious property offers its guests access to the resort’s impressive facilities. Don Carlos Leisure Resort & Spa has several bars and restaurants, including the seasonal restaurant Ombú Thai, set in the resort's tropical gardens. The Terrasse Cocktail bar offers live music and panoramic sea views and the resort’s private beach club offers a VIP area for The Oasis by Don Carlos Resort guests. Guests at The Oasis by Don Carlos Resort have free access to the Wellness Center spa circuit. There are also 7 clay tennis courts on site. The resort main swimming pool is heated and offers free hammocks. Marbella old town is 10 km from the property, while you can reach Malaga Airport in 30 minutes by car. Show full description

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• 28 Estival Torrequebrada Benalmádena, Spain

  

  Hotel. Offering sea views from all its rooms, Estival Torrequebrada is located on Benalmádena Beach. There are indoor and outdoor pools, a casino and buffet restaurant. Torrequebrada Golf Course is 2 km away. All air-conditioned rooms and suites come with free WiFi and a balcony with sea views. There is a flat-screen satellite TV, a safe and minibar. The large private bathroom includes a hairdryer. Suites also have a living room with sofas. Offering direct beach access, the property also has a children’s playground and in the summer months there is a poolside bar and entertainment programme. Estival Torrequebrada has a 24-hour reception, and you can hire a car from the tour desk. Parking is available. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 69 EUR.

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• 29 Hotel IPV Palace & Spa - Adults Recommended Fuengirola, Spain

  

  Hotel. Situated on Fuengirola beachfront, next to the 12th-century Sohail Castle, this hotel has 2 swimming pools and a spa. The bright and spacious rooms at Hotel IPV Palace & Spa - Adults Recommended feature free WiFi and a private terrace. Each room has a minibar and a flat-screen satellite TV with international channels. The complex has 4 restaurants, including La Alacena, which opens in the winter months and combines traditional and modern cuisine. Specialities include rice, fish, meat and game. The Doña Lola restaurant offers buffet cuisine, including show cooking. The Beach Club Restaurant is set by the pool and open during the summer season. Tapas are served at the La Taurina bar and there is also a piano bar, open during the winter months. Entertainment for children and adults is provided in summer months, including aqua-gym and yoga classes. You can consult timetables once at the hotel. There is a fitness centre open for all guests for free, the Spa is available for a surcharge. Hotel IPV Palace & Spa - Adults Recommended is a 15-minute walk from central Fuengirola. Málaga Airport is around 20 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 96 EUR.

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• 30 Hotel Las Arenas Affiliated by Melia Benalmádena, Spain

  

  Hotel. Featuring an outdoor pool and offering a beachfront location opposite Bil Bil Castle, Hotel Hotel Las Arenas Affiliated by Melia in Benalmádena has free Wi-Fi access and a buffet restaurant. Málaga Airport is 12.5 km away. Air-conditioned rooms here include a balcony and TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower and hairdryer, and extras include a minibar. Some rooms have a sea view. The hotel offers a spacious sun terrace. There is a restaurant, bar, and a shared lounge. Benalmádena Marina is a 20-minute walk from Hotel Las Arenas and Torrequebrada Golf Club is less than a 10-minute drive from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 114 EUR.

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• 31 Las Dunas Hotel Health & Spa Estepona, Spain

  

  Hotel. Las Dunas Hotel Health & Spa is a luxurious beachfront hotel overlooking the Mediterranean, just 15 minutes’ drive from Puerto Banus. It features an outdoor swimming pool, gardens and a spa, set in a traditional Andalusian-style building. The spa includes an indoor pool and a gym located right next to the beach with views over the Mediterranean. There is a Turkish bath, sauna, and a unique snow cave. Treatments include massage. Las Dunas hotel Health & Spa offers air-conditioned suites with a private balcony, flat-screen satellite TV and free internet access. All bathrooms come with a hairdryer, bathrobe and slippers. El Palmeral is the hotel's signature restaurant, serving Mediterranean cuisine right next to the Beach, where you can enjoy views of the Mediterranean The hotel is a 10-minute drive from the centre of Estepona. Marbella can be reached in 15 minutes by car. Malaga Airport is 73 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 620 EUR.

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• 32 Medplaya Hotel Pez Espada Torremolinos, Spain

  

  Hotel. With an exceptional location and situated in the heart of the Costa del Sol, the Pez Espada Hotel is one of the most popular and iconic hotels in Andalusia. With its beachfront gardens, it has 2 outdoor swimming pools, gym, solarium and 2 exclusive restaurants with spectacular views of the Carihuela promenade. Completely renovated, it offers different types of accommodation with a modern décor that reflects the hotel's heritage from the 1960s. The Junior Suites include exclusive concierge services, reception, reserved area in the restaurant and VIP lounge. They also offer ocean front views with the option of the Privilege Plus All Inclusive service which includes: - Premium brand beverages throughout the hotel. - Snack at the Food Truck - Lunch at midday "selection" at ONDINA Restaurant. - Exclusive access to Privilege Lounge with snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages. - Early Check-in and Late Check-out subject to availability. The opening of the new Ondina Restaurant on the promenade of Torremolinos, with spectacular sea views, offers a new gastronomic proposal that includes a complete menu and a varied selection of international cuisine. In addition, the hotel has a buffet restaurant and other food and beverage outlets, such as the new food truck serving the pool area. Frankie's Bar has been converted into a first-class cocktail bar, the perfect place to enjoy exclusive cocktails, decorated with images of the famous singer Frank Sinatra. We can finish tasting an ice cream in the new ice cream parlor Dino located on the promenade. The lounges and events area has been completely updated to make the hotel a reference point for the organization of events on the Costa del Sol. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 74 EUR.

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• 33 Toboso Apar - Turis Nerja, Spain

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Nerja. This well-equipped apartment complex is set on Nerja's beachfront and next to the Balcón de Europa, famous for its superb sea views. With a convenient location and all the freedom and independence of apartment living, Toboso Apar - Turis is ideal for a relaxing break by the Mediterranean. The complex itself offers excellent facilities, with a sauna, gym and indoor heated swimming pool available at an additional cost, as well as an outdoor swimming pool and a variety of options for dining and drinking. The superb central location means that all that Nerja has to offer is close by. The resort has 12 studios and 16 apartments, each fully-equipped with a kitchen, bedroom, sitting room, en suite bathroom with hairdryer, air conditioning and more. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 88 EUR.

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• 34 Don Carlos Resort & Spa Marbella, Spain

  

  Hotel. Surrounded by 20.000sq meters of gardens, this luxury resort opens onto Marbella’s Elviria Beach, where it has a private beach club with VIP amenities. The resort offers several swimming pools, a wellness center and tennis facilities. Offering free WiFi, each elegant, air-conditioned room at hotel Don Carlos Marbella has a flat-screen TV, with a selection of films. The spacious bathrooms include ''Molton Brown and/or Natura Bissé'' toiletries. Don Carlos Resort & Spa has several bars and restaurants, including the Ombú Thai restaurant (open seasonally), set in the resort's tropical gardens. The Peacock Cocktail bar offers live music and panoramic sea views. The Oasis Spa, available for a surcharge, features water circuit with pool, sauna and steam bath, as well as a range of exclusive treatments. There are also 7 clay tennis courts on site. The main swimming pool is heated and offers free hammocks. There is a kid's club and a children's playground. In the summer, guests can enjoy several parties at the famous Nikki Beach Club, located within the Don Carlos Resort & Spa. Central Marbella is 11 km away. Show full description

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• 35 Hotel Isabel Torremolinos, Spain

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Torremolinos. Hotel Isabel is directly in front of Playamar Beach, 700 metres from central Torremolinos. It offers an outdoor salt-water pool and sun terrace, and air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Each bright, functional room at the Isabel Hotel has a safe, balcony and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and toiletries. Please note that all rooms have fridge. Hotel Isabel serves a varied buffet breakfast, and snacks are available all day from the bar. The hotel has a garden, and a terrace with free sun loungers. A courtesy room is also available for guests. The Isabel is a 15-minute walk from Torremolinos Train Station, which offers direct links to nearby Malaga city centre and airport. Aqualand Water Park is 3 km away, while Parador Málaga Golf Course is just 4 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.5

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• 36 Hotel Riu Nautilus - Adults Only Torremolinos, Spain

  

  Hotel. Hotel Riu Nautilus - Adults Only in Torremolinos provides adults-only accommodation with two restaurants, two bars and a garden. All rooms boast a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, the rooms are fitted with a balcony. All rooms at Hotel Riu Nautilus - Adults Only have air conditioning and a wardrobe. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. Hotel Riu Nautilus - Adults Only offers 4-star accommodation with a steam bath and sun terrace. La Carihuela Beach is less than 1 km from the hotel, while Aqualand Torremolinos is 2.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 8 km from Hotel Riu Nautilus - Adults Only. Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 66 EUR.

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• 37 Melia Costa del Sol Torremolinos, Spain

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Torremolinos. Meliá Costa del Sol is set on Bajondillo Beach in Torremolinos, offering a rooftop terrace with sea views and free Wi-Fi. It has an outdoor pool, a gym and a spa. Modern rooms are bright and spacious. They have a terrace overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. All are air conditioned and have a safe, flat-screen satellite TV, a well-equipped bathroom and free WiFi. The Meliá Costa del Sol serves a buffet and continental breakfast, lunch (only during summer period) and dinner buffet consisting of Mediterranean and international cuisine. You can also eat à la carte and live music is offered at the Rooftop Sky & Sea or at the Central bar depending on the season. The Thalasso Spa, available at an extra cost, includes a dynamic pool, sauna and a steam bath. Carihuela Beach and central Torremolinos are within 500 metres and the Puerto Marina is a 5 km drive of the hotel. Benalmadena Casino is 6 km away and it is 7 km to Malaga Airport. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 91 EUR.

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• 38 Occidental Fuengirola Fuengirola, Spain

  

  Hotel. Occidental Fuengirola is located right in front of the sea and in the centre of Costa del Sol. It is close to various golf courses and only a short distance from some of the most interesting cities of Andalucia. The Occidental Fuengirola is located right on the Mediterranean seashore. The town centre is just 500 metres away along the beachfront promenade. Many of the hotel’s air-conditioned rooms has a balcony with spectacular sea views. There is free Wi-Fi in public areas. There are several restaurants and bars at the hotel, including a buffet restaurant and a poolside bar. There is also a coffee shop and bar with a terrace. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 77 EUR.

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• 39 Iberostar Málaga Playa Torrox Costa, Spain

  

  Hotel. Iberostar Málaga Playa is set on the beachfront of Santa Rosa Beach and has direct beach access. Set in extensive gardens, this resort features 3 swimming pools, and a spa. Iberostar Málaga Playa has bright, attractive décor and each of its rooms and studios has a TV and a minibar. Some rooms offer a balcony.Free high speed WiFi is available throughout. Guests will find 4 bars at the resort, including a poolside bar and a lounge bar with a terrace overlooking the sea. The on-site buffet restaurant serves a selection of Spanish and international cuisine. The spa has an indoor swimming pool and offers treatments including massages. The hotel’s sports facilities include a gym and the nearest golf course is just 15 minutes’ drive away in nearby Caleta de Velez. In the summer months, Iberostar Málaga Playa offers many facilities for children, such as a kid's club, kid's disco, children's playground and children's splash pool. Show full description Guest review score 8.4

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• 40 Sol Torremolinos - Don Pablo Torremolinos, Spain

  

  Hotel. The Sol Torremolinos - Don Pablo Hotel is 200 metres from Bajondillo Beach and is set within the Sol Torremolinos Resort. It offers 2 outdoor pools, a hot tub and restaurant. Free WiFi is available in the rooms and public areas. Air-conditioned rooms at the Sol Torremolinos - Don Pablo are spacious with a balcony and the majority of rooms have a partial sea view. All rooms have a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A safe is available for a surcharge. Within the Sol Torremolinos Resort, guests have access to further swimming pools. There is also a gym and entertainment. Sol Torremolinos - Don Pablo has a buffet restaurant, open all year, and there is also a pool and patio bar. The Sol Torremolinos - Don Pablo is a 15-minute drive from Málaga Airport and the centre of Torremolinos is a 15-minute walk from the hotel. The Parador Málaga Golf and the Aqualand Water Park are within 4 km of the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 83 EUR.

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• 41 Vincci Málaga Málaga, Spain

  

  Hotel. Situated on Málaga’s seafront promenade, this design hotel offers views over San Andres Beach and the Mediterranean Sea. Each air-conditioned room at Vincci Málaga includes plasma-screen satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Rooms at Hotel Vincci Málaga feature elegant white décor with black and green details. Each room comes with a choice of pillows and a minibar. A hairdryer can be found in the marble bathroom. The hotel serves a daily continental breakfast buffet, with sweet and savory options and products for celiacs. The Vincci also has a stylish snack bar with an outdoor terrace. Málaga Pablo Ruiz Picasso Airport is within 5 km of the Vincci Málaga, while Málaga Trade Fair is just 2.5 km away. The city centre and AVE high-speed train station are within a 10-minute drive. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 77 EUR.

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• 42 Hotel Alay - Adults Only Recommended Benalmádena, Spain

  

  Hotel. Located on Benalmádena Marina, Hotel Alay - Adults Only Recommended is set 50 metres from the beach. It offers 3 outdoor swimming pools, an on-site restaurant and gardens. Each bright spacious room comes with free WiFi, modern décor and air conditioning. There is a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Most rooms also offer sea views. The restaurant at the Alay serves international and Spanish cuisine. There is also a snack bar by the pool and a summer terrace where guests can enjoy cocktails. The hotel has a 24-hour reception and luggage storage. Other facilities at the complex include the Malapesquera Beach Club, offering guests hammocks on the nearest beach for an additional cost. Malaga Airport is 8 km from Hotel Alay - Adults Only Recommended while Malaga centre is 12 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 108 EUR.

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• 43 Hotel Doña Luisa San Luis de Sabinillas, Spain

  

  Hotel. Set in front of the beach in Sabinillas, Hotel Doña Luisa offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and a fridge. Most rooms also feature a balcony with sea views. The hotel features a café bar with a terrace overlooking the sea. It also operates a 24-hour reception and luggage storage service, allowing guests flexibility during their stay. Doña Luisa is just 300 metres from the marina where many water sports are available. La Duquesa Golf Course is also close by. The hotel’s tour desk can help to organise excursions, including visits to the nearby Roman settlement of Duquesa Castle. Marbella is 30 km away, while Gibraltar is 15 km from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 40 EUR.

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• 44 Hotel Yaramar - Adults Recommended Fuengirola, Spain

  

  Hotel. Featuring rooms with Mediterranean Sea views, Hotel Yaramar is just a few metres from Los Boliches Beach. It features an outdoor swimming pool, buffet restaurant and a gym. Each of the Yaramar Hotel’s air-conditioned rooms has a balcony and is simply decorated. All rooms have satellite TV. Spanish cuisine is on offer in the La Sirena Restaurant, while lighter meals are available in the Riviera Beach Club, which has a terrace with loungers. There is also a British-style bar and a disco. Set in Santa Fe de Los Boliches, the Yaramar Hotel Fuengirola is just 1.5 km from the centre of Fuengirola. Málaga and its airport can be reached in less than 30 minutes, by car. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 72 EUR.

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• 45 Sol House Costa del Sol Torremolinos, Spain

  

  Hotel. Hotel Costa del Sol, Affiliated by Meliá is situated 300 metres from Carihuela Beach and offers rooms with views of the Mediterranean. The hotel features 3 pools overlooking the sea. Free WiFi is available throughout. Each room features contemporary décor, air conditioning and 32' LCD TV. The restaurant has a buffet with show cooking area and serves Mediterranean style dishes. There is a bar by the pool and a second bar in the lobby. Activities on offer in the area include watersports, sailing, and hiking. The nearest golf course, Torrequebrada, is less than 4 km from the hotel. Hotel Costa del Sol, Affiliated by Meliá is situated less than 350 metres from Marina Benalmádena Port and under 40 minutes’ drive from Marbella and the village of Mijas. Málaga Airport is 30 minutes away by car. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 84 EUR.

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• 46 Sol Torremolinos - Don Marco Torremolinos, Spain

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Torremolinos. Set on Bajondillo Beach, within the Sol Torremolinos Resort, this hotel offers an outdoor pool in Torremolinos. Guests have access to facilities in the hotel next door, such as gym. All the rooms at Sol Torremolinos- Don Marco have air conditioning, flat-screen satellite TV and a private balcony with pool or sea views. There is a safe and an empty minibar that could be filled up for an extra charge, and the private bathroom comes with a hairdryer. The Sol Torremolinos - Don Marco has a buffet restaurant and a poolside café-bar. Central Torremolinos, with its many bars and restaurants, is a 10-minute walk away. You can hire a car from the 24-hour reception and tour desk. On-site parking is available for an extra charge. Málaga’s Parador Golf Club is a 10-minute drive away and Málaga Airport is 8 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.3

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• 47 Sol Torremolinos - Don Pedro Torremolinos, Spain

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Torremolinos. The Sol Torremolinos - Don Pedro is situated around 200 metres from Bajondillo Beach and offers 3 outdoor pools and free WiFi throughout. Rooms have views of the pool, gardens and city. Rooms at the Sol Torremolinos - Don Pedro are spacious and feature air conditioning, a private bathroom and satellite TV. Double rooms come with a balcony, whilst ground floor rooms have a terrace. A safe and minibar are available for an extra charge. The Don Pedro is set within the Sol Torremolinos Resort, which is part of the Complejo Sol Torremolinos. It has a buffet restaurant and access to more bars and restaurants in the neighbouring hotels. Guests can take advantage of further swimming pools, a gym, spa and entertainment including a seasonal kids' club (from 5 to 12 years old). Sol Torremolinos - Don Pedro is a 15-minute walk from the centre of Torremolinos and guests have easy access to the beach and watersports. There are many golf courses in the area, including the Parador Málaga Golf which is just under 4 km away. Málaga Airport and the city are a 30-minute drive away from the hotel complex and the village of Mijas can be reached in around 25 minutes, by car. Show full description Guest review score 8.3

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• 48 Elba Estepona Gran Hotel & Thalasso Spa Estepona, Spain

  

  Hotel. This luxury, beachfront hotel is located just outside Estepona, on the Costa del Sol. It offers a spa, indoor and outdoor pools and elegant rooms with sea view and a private balcony or terrace. The air-conditioned rooms at Gran Hotel Elba Estepona & Thalaso Spa feature stylish décor. Each has satellite TV and a private bathroom with hairdryer. The Elba complex has 3 themed restaurants and offers all inclusive service. In summer months, Kids' Club activities are organised. Available for an extra cost, the Elba Estepona’s spa features a sea water circuit, hot tub, sauna and an igloo. A wide variety of relaxing, therapeutic, or beauty treatments are on offer. Easily accessible from the AP7 Motorway, the hotel is 20 minutes’ drive from Marbella. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 118 EUR.

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• 49 Hotel Los Jazmines Torremolinos, Spain

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Torremolinos. Los Jazmines offers attractive accommodation in a seafront setting, on the Torremolinos’ Playamar Beach. This complex features an outdoor swimming pool and a children`s pool, restaurant and rooftop bar. Free WiFi is available in public areas. The Jazmines’ rooms and apartments are brightly decorated and air conditioned. Select rooms offer views of either the hotel gardens, or of the Mediterranean Sea. They all include a TV and a private bathroom. A safe is available for a surcharge. Guests can enjoy stunning views and cocktails in the Los Jazmines Lounge, the hotel's rooftop bar. The buffet restaurant serves breakfast and dinner, offering a selection of Mediterranean and European cuisine. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from the shops on San Miguel Street. Málaga Pablo Ruiz Picasso Airport is just 12 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.2

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• 50 MS Amaragua Torremolinos, Spain

  

  Hotel. MS Amaragua is next to La Carihuela Beach in Torremolinos, a short walk from Benalmádena Marina, and offers direct beach access. It features indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a spa and free Wi-Fi. Rooms at the Amaragua have a private balcony, many with views of the sea. They are all air-conditioned, and come with satellite TV, a minibar and a safe. Rooms adapted for guests with reduced mobility are available. The hotel has 2 outdoor pools, a large sun terrace and a garden. There is an indoor pool and hot tub in the wellness centre. The spa also has a gym, sauna and Turkish bath. The MS Amaragua has a buffet restaurant, serving typical Mediterranean food. Gluten-free menus are available on prior request. Drinks and snacks are served at the poolside snack bar. There is also a lobby bar, with relaxing live music. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 63 EUR.

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