Benalma Costa Del Sol

"Beautiful room with balcony overlooking the sea. Fabulous bathroom with shower and tea and coffee making facilities. No English TV except news channel."

"Leo in the bar was so friendly and welcoming! Remebered us every time! What a champ! Hotel is super, right on the beach and food on the buffee was awesome, as long as you do not try the fish, that was always dry and sad."

"A very accessible hotel in regards to the location, however the layout of it was a bit random, that you had to leave the hotel complex to get to the pool area? The family pool was busy and had a lot of palm trees which created a lot of shaded areas and you had to arrive early to get a sunbed. The adult pool wasn't an option as there was really loud building works right next door - shame! However, we did stumble across the terrace and that was a most pleasant experience. Totally peaceful with plenty of sunbeds and a couple of Jacuzzi's. This was a real gem of the place and during the day whilst the bar isn't open, you are able to take your own food and beverage - what a win! Amazing view out to sea from the terrace and then at 5pm when the bar opens, you are welcomed by a delightful attentive employee (called Iona) and enjoying drinks whilst taking in the view across to Fuengirola and the sun setting. The hotel room was clean and adequate, we couldn't fault it and I have to say the whole vibe of the place was quite quiet too, which might have been due to us staying out of season (slightly). Sunrises are a win and everyday it was different. Accessibility through train, bus and taxi was easy. Buffett breakfast was overwhelming, but a good spread - make sure you check out the outside dining area, which we found on our second to last day as it is far more quiet out there! Downside were the lifts - my god they were slow and tiny and sometimes you were waiting 15mins for one to arrive and whilst walking down the stairs is good exercise, this is not ideal for all. Reception staff were not overly friendly, but do not let that put you off. We would return -for sure"