Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Amazing breakfast
Cons:
Small rooms
Some amenities not functioning properly

Categories

Cleanliness
8.39
Rooms were clean but some guests mentioned issues with amenities like the steam room being uninviting.
Service
9.36
Staff were noted to be friendly and attentive, thus reflecting good service.
Location
9.4
Many guests praised the great location of the hotel near the beach.
Room Quality
8.35
Some reviews indicated rooms were small and had some issues with amenities.
Amenities
8.88
The heated pool and jacuzzi were appreciated, but some were disappointed with the temperature.
Value for Money
8.84
The overall experience was quite positive, balancing high-quality breakfast and amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.39
Breakfasts were highlighted as amazing and varied.
Overall Experience
9.36
Overall a very pleasant experience with return visits planned.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-18 01:29

Property Description

Luxury Boutique Hotel near Playamar Beach

Chic Rooms with Modern Amenities
Indulge in comfort with air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, coffee makers, and free WiFi. Pamper yourself in the elegant bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and cozy bathrobes.

Relaxation and Dining Options
Unwind in the swimming pool, hot tub, or Turkish bath, then savor a delicious meal at the buffet restaurant. Enjoy a leisurely stroll to the nearby beaches and promenade for a perfect evening.

Convenient Location and Accessibility
Explore the vibrant attractions and nightlife just a stone's throw away. With Malaga Airport a short drive from the hotel, your luxurious retreat is closer than you think.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at The Essence Hotel Boutique by Don Paquito.

Important information:

Important: for arrivals after 18:00, please contact the hotel to inform about it.

Please note that the dinner does not include drinks.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: AGP

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 4881 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.39
Service: 9.36
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 8.88
Value for Money: 8.84
Food and Beverage: 9.39
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Tuipulotu • solo_traveller • gb
8
It was perfect & definitely would stay again
Pros:

The location & breakfast was good enough. The staff were very helpful and kind, they always made sure i was okay & were very pleasant

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Lene • couple • dk
7
Håber I kan bruge ovenstående konstruktivt i forhold til at justere og forbedre fremadrettet.
Pros:

Skønt hotel og fine faciliteter, lækker morgenmad.

Cons:

Vi boede på 5. Etage hvor også rengøringen startede meget tidligt med at klargøre deres vogne til dagen, hvilket ikke var helt lydløst.
Desuden blev der larmet med tomme flasker fra natklubben, som ligger på etagen ovenover.
Og endelig lugtede det surt fra bruserens kloak.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Søren • couple • dk
8
Behageligt med rart personale
Pros:

Pænt og dekorativt

Cons:

Friskere og bedre brød til morgenmad. Hynder på liggestole. Større seng. 2 stole på værelset

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
N
Noelia • couple • es
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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francis • couple • be
9
Verzorgd hotel op een uitstekende locatie.
Pros:

Zeer verzorgd hotel met een uitstekend ontbijt. Op een steenworp van het belangrijkste gedeelte van de promenade.

Cons:

Enkel jacuzzi was toch naar mijn gevoel geen 37 graden.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Gianluca • solo_traveller • be
9
Pros:

Hôtel avec piscine, jacuzzi et sauna de plus lits très confortable.personnels très gentils et serviables.
Hôtel près de la plage et non loin du centre ville.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Lynda • couple • ie
10
Peaceful, quiet, a real haven from busy life
Pros:

Lovely peaceful hotel, our third time here, as always, lovely helpful friendly staff. Spotlessly clean , a real relaxing place to spend a holiday

Cons:

Nothing bad to say, I love this hotel

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
R
roger • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Aiva • solo_traveller • lv
9
Pros:

Everything was excellent. Very nice, clean, comfortable and in good location hotel.

Cons:

Only one thing I wanted to mention - the towels were unusually hard and rough.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
J
Jan • solo_traveller • no
10
Fint hotell med de fleste fasiliteter. Kan anbefales!
Pros:

Veldig bra middag!

Cons:

Kunne gjerne vært litt loungemusikk ved poolen

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
C
Claus • couple • dk
8
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Eduardo • couple • gb
10
Beautiful and peaceful hotel near the beach clubs, restaurants and bars
Pros:

The hotel is located 2 mins walk from the beach. It is a beautiful and impeccably maintained hotel, with lovely and very professional staff. The breakfast buffet is fantastic and something to look forward to every morning.

Cons:

I cannot think of any one thing that I didn’t like about this hotel or stay.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
M
Majbrit • solo_traveller • dk
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Eileen • couple • ie
8
Pros:

It was very well situated for us
Decor was very pleasant
Excellent staff
Good breakfast
The swimming pool and areas was very clean,
Enough sun beds
Different styles of sun beds

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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krzysztof • solo_traveller • pl
9
Pros:

Mega fajny hotel,praktycznie przy plazy.Czysto i super mila obsluga.Polecam

Cons:

Wszystko

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Maria Concepción • solo_traveller • es
7
Pros:

En general todo bién, el personal muy agradable
Solo que me dispongo mirar el cubrecolchón y estaba todo lleno de manchas,lo dije y me lo cambiaron enseguida pidiéndome disculpas.

Cons:

El bufet era muy corriente para ser un cuatro estrellas.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
M
Maj-Britt • couple • dk
8
Pros:

Tæt på lufthavnen og stranden. Dejligt hotel.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • couple • gb
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • extended_group • ie
9
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • ie
10
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee