Medplaya Hotel Riviera Adults Recommended

Directly overlooking the Mediterranean Sea from a privileged position right on the palm-lined promenade in Benalmadena, this hotel is an ideal choice for friends, couples and solo travellers seeking a laid-back holiday on the Costa del Sol. 

As well as the sandy beach that’s just a few steps away, you’ll have access to an outdoor pool for refreshing dips and a rooftop terrace for sunbathing with wonderful views of the coastline below. Take your relaxation to the next level with a trip to the spa (extra charge), where you’ll find a heated indoor pool, a steam room, a sauna and a Jacuzzi, as well as massages and beauty treatments available on request. 

Expect plenty of choice at the buffet restaurant, where you can watch your food being freshly prepared at show cooking stations, or check out the à la carte restaurant. For drinks, stop by the poolside bar (open in summer) or the lobby bar, or venture out to one of the many local establishments within easy walking distance. Later on, there’s live music, dance shows and more to look forward to if you’re staying in. 

Be sure to also check out Benalmadena’s charming Old Town, also known as Benalmadena Pueblo – a delightful cluster of cobbled streets, squares and traditional whitewashed Andalusian houses, around a 10-15 minute taxi ride inland from the seafront.