Hotel Benalma Costa del Sol

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8.5 (4557 reviews)
Carretera de Cádiz, Km 217 , Benalmádena , es

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Sea views / beach access
Friendly and helpful staff (reception, restaurant, housekeeping)
High cleanliness standards / daily cleaning
Very good food and varied breakfast; praised chef
Comfortable beds and good mattresses
Jacuzzis and rooftop bar
Cons:
Small/overcrowded pools and poor pool management (smell, plastic cups)
Small, slow and insufficient elevators leading to long waits
Paid parking and unclear extras (drinks not included in half board)
Machine-made all-inclusive cocktails; some F&B items criticized
Rooms can be small for families; some rooms face play areas
Kids area perceived as sterile / activities limited

Categories

Cleanliness
9.3
Multiple reviews praise daily cleaning and overall cleanliness ("very clean throughout", "propreté"). No significant cleanliness complaints.
Service
9
Staff repeatedly described as friendly and helpful (reception, restaurant, housekeeping). Some isolated negative notes about pool/snack staff, but overall service is a strong positive.
Location
9.4
Very good location and sea views are repeatedly mentioned (beach access, "vue sur mer", "vistas y hubicacion").
Room Quality
8
Beds and mattresses praised (comfortable, excellent), but several guests noted rooms are small for families and some views face play areas—mixed overall.
Amenities
7
Amenities receive notable criticism: crowded/small pools, bad smell in pool, limited sunbeds, small/slow elevators, sterile kids area, and separate-paid beach chairs; some positives (jacuzzis, rooftop bar) but overall amenities are a weakness.
Value for Money
7.3
Concerns about extra costs (paid parking, drinks not included or hard to find in policy) and machine-made all-inclusive cocktails lower perceived value despite generally acceptable offerings.
Food and Beverage
9.5
Food is often praised (chef, varied breakfast, "comida exquisita"); some criticisms around drinks/cocktails being machine-made and occasional quality issues, but overall F&B is a clear strength.
Overall Experience
8.5
Mixed but generally positive stays: many guests enjoyed staff, food and location; recurrent operational issues (elevators, crowded pools, extras) temper the experience—resulting in an overall solid but not exceptional impression.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-12 23:52

Property Description

Beachfront Accommodation with Exciting Amenities

Luxurious Facilities: Benalma Costa del Sol offers a range of facilities including a garden, fitness centre, and a bar, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.

Entertainment for All: Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, entertainment staff, and kids' club, providing fun activities for families and individuals alike.

Convenience at Its Best: With a restaurant, 24-hour front desk, and room service, along with free WiFi, guests can relax and unwind without any worries.

Book your stay at Benalma Costa del Sol now and experience the perfect blend of relaxation and entertainment.

Important information:

For reservations with prepaid rates, Benalma Costa del Sol will send guests precise payment instructions, which may include a link to a secure payment platform.

Guests are required to show a valid ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests are subject to availability and may incur additional charges.

The Nix SkyBar is not included in the all-inclusive rate.

Drinks are not included in the half board rate.

Reservations of more than 3 rooms may be subject to special conditions and additional supplements.

All services and schedules are subject to change by the hotel without prior notice.

In case of early departure, the accommodations will charge you the total amount of the stay.
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

8.5
Based on 4557 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.3
Service: 9
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 7.3
Food and Beverage: 9.5
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Luigi • couple • ch
6
Je ne pourrai proposer cet hôtel
Pros:

Proximité de la plage, espace commun en général, propreté, personnel, sympa, piscine familiale Sympa et une belle vue comme mentionnée

Cons:

Quand j’ai réservé sur la réservation, on avait dit que je serai débité en septembre, alors, j’ai été débité au mois de mars dès ma réservation, de suite, je n’ai toujours pas reçu les 95 Fr. pour avoir réservé cette prestation en retour comme il était indiqué sur l’annonce
Le matelas très certainement plus très jeune
Le spa, la partie détente, mauvais la piscine pour adultes Petit nous étions demi-pension et nous avons trouvé le buffet identique, toujours la même chose et produits transformés pour le lendemain

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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houssam • family_with_children • ma
8
Tres bien
Pros:

L’emplacement, personnel

Cons:

Il n’y a pas de bagagistes, et en demi pension au dinner tu dois payer pour l’eau

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Paola • couple • es
5
Pros:

Me encantó la ubicación y el trato

Cons:

Nos pusieron una habitación de minusválidos a dos personas que mediamos 1,80. Un poco incómodo.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Margarida • solo_traveller • pt
9
Pros:

The facilities were great

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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IDOIA • solo_traveller • es
8
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • solo_traveller • gb
9
Wonderful 3rd visit!
Pros:

The staff are friendly, rooms are comfortable, food is very decent and the facilities are good. This was our 3rd visit and is the perfect place for a girly getaway!

Cons:

Gym mats would be a good addition to the gym.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Victor • couple • ch
8
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Kerst • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Clean, friendly staff, huge bed, ample choice for breakfast

Cons:

Somewhat soulless generic package holiday hotel. Adult pool area a bit like a cattle pen. Surroundings not very interesting, beach not very pretty.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Betty Redgrave • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Grazia • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

El bufete y el personal, excepcional !!!!

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Kristina • family_with_children • sk
7
Pros:

Персонал очень приветливый и ребята из развлечений просто молодцы.

Cons:

Муравьи в номере и ванной.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Francisco Javier • solo_traveller • es
8
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

El trato del personal

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Gómez Lorenzo • solo_traveller • es
9
Pros:

El personal muy amable , todo estaba muy limpio y la tranquilidad que habia .

Cons:

La unica pega que pondria esque creo que hay poca animacion , y el bufet a mediodia poco variado , el desayuno tengo que decir que es de lo mejor que hay

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Isabelle • couple • ie
7
Pros:

The views were fabulous. The staff were very helpful

Cons:

It was out of the way from benalmadena. The lunch and breakfast were not good, and we got charged 60€ for lunch that we only had ice cream in

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Vergara Jiménez • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

Limpieza, tranquilidad y calma en las instalaciones

Cons:

En general todo bien pero el buffet no fue de mi gusto, no está enfocado para las personas que llevamos una alimentación saludable

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Silva Oliveira • extended_group • pt
10
Excepcional
Pros:

Tudo, limpeza, atendimento, refeições.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Fouad • family_with_children • es
10
Pros:

Todo , pero más el personal una recepcionista 10

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Estela • family_with_children • es
7
Pros:

La piscina , la terraza y el entretenimiento.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Mari Angeles • solo_traveller • es
8
Personal magnífico, buffet muy mejorable.
Pros:

El personal de animación, comedor, servicio de barra muy atentos y amables a excepción de una camarera del bar lobby... pero el resto genial un 10.

Cons:

Comida buffet flojita, muy rica pero con poca variedad y muy repetitivo. Para estar en Andalucia poco producto de la tierra para el precio que se paga.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee