Benalma Hotel Costa del Sol

We had a quiet short break at this hotel and although we understand it’s off peak, we were highly disappointed that the main swimming pool was closed along with 3 of the 5 bars including the one on the rooftop. We were not aware of this when booking and had we known we would have booked a different hotel. When we contacted EasyJet holidays they looked into this for us and the hotel told them no pools were closed which we again felt let down by the hotel. With regards to the buffet restaurant, the food was very good but we went for 3 nights which was long enough as the food is quite repetitive. Some of the staff are very nice but there are others that were very unfriendly. It’s lovely that the hotel is located on the beach and we had a nice sea view as it’s quite remote and nowhere to walk to that’s close by. The rooms are basic enough but clean and bright and cleaned daily. The cocktail menu is very poor. The snack bar food menu very limited but this did not affect us as we were all inclusive. Although we enjoyed some down time, we will not stay at this hotel again.

First time visit to this resort. My husband and I had a seven night fully inclusive stay at this wonderful hotel. I cannot praise the hotel enough, the hotel was immaculate you could see cleaners work in all day in various areas. The food was very varied, there was something to suit everyone. A big thank you to the bar staff who looked after us very well, they remembered what we ordered in the week we were there. The hotel was about a 5km walk from the marina in Benalmadena, however we knew that when we booked the holiday. There are good transport links, a bus stops outside the hotel and the train station is a 10 minute walk away albeit up a steep hill. We would book this hotel again in the future.

The hotel is spotless , the staff are very friendly, great value for money.The roof top terrace was great with amazing views. The hotel is a little way out from the busy areas but there is a bus stop right outside the hotel, we walked to the the marina in belamadina which was a pleasant walk and took around 45 minutes.

I can’t recommend this hotel enough. Its decor is beautiful, it’s clean and fresh. The layout is wonderful because there are several places to sit, drink and enjoy the stunning views. The servers are friendly and helpful- Patricia at the lobby bar was especially great. The all-inclusive is incredible value for money- the food is overall really good (a few dishes are too salty, but other than that there’s so much choice and tasty options). I would definitely stay here again.

Excellent hotel in every aspect. The service is very friendly and efficient. Room was spacious with a good bathroom. Food choices are really interesting and varied in the restaurant buffet. All beautifully cooked. My only slight criticism is that more drinks could be included in the ‘all-inclusive’ package (or perhaps offer an ultra-all-inclusive?) but that is really a small thing. We loved the hotel and would definitely come back.