Sol Malaga Guadalmar

We have just arrived back home from Malaga today and I had to come on and give this review. It is honestly one of the best hotels I have ever stayed at and I have stayed at many hotels. From the moment we arrived the staff couldn't be more helpful, the check in staff were so helpful and pleasant no matter what we asked of them and ordering taxis at night. We participated in Aquadance with Ivan and actually had the best fun. He is so entertaining and knows how to get the participating group going. The cleaning staff were always cleaning around the hotel..(smells so nice) it is honestly the cleanest hotel I've ever stayed in.. the restaurant /bar staff were also so pleasant. The pool area is lovely, plenty of sunbeds and umbrellas. We had the a room with 2 double beds and they were spotlessly clean. Location wise, we loved it as it was nice and quiet and there is a beach literally across the walkway at the back of the hotel. Unfortunately there wasn't a shop close by but the hotel has lots of vending machine for drinks and snacks. The breakfast which was included was absolutely amazing . There was so much choice from hot food to pastries, bread , fruits, cereals and much much more..It is only 10 mins from the airport and about 12/ 15 mins from Malaga city which is an absolute must to visit. Overall cannot recommended this hotel enough and we will definitely be back.

What we liked: * Great location, close to both the airport and the beach. * The lobby, pool area, and restaurant are beautiful, modern, and have a lovely resort atmosphere. * We really enjoyed the evening entertainment for both children and adults. The kids’ disco, acrobatic show, and magic show were especially enjoyable. * The staff were cheerful, friendly, and welcoming. What could be improved: * The rooms feel a little dated, especially the bathroom, which could have been cleaned more thoroughly. * When we arrived, both the hand soap and body wash dispensers were empty. We informed reception right away, but only the hand soap was refilled. It sometimes felt like communication between the staff could be improved. * Our biggest disappointment was the cleanliness of the plates in the restaurant. At both breakfast and dinner, many of the stacked plates still had visible food residue, and sometimes even sauce left on them. We noticed the same issue with the coffee cups. Unfortunately, this really affected our enjoyment of the meals. * The breakfast buffet was good, but we felt the dinner buffet could offer a little more variety.

This hotel was perfect for us and what we needed. From the front desk, dining, and housekeeping staff to the lifeguard and entertainment personnel, everyone was exceptionally helpful and accommodating. The team’s dedication truly set our experience apart, especially in two key areas: Dietary Needs: The staff went above and beyond to ensure my wife felt safe and well-catered to with her coeliac disease. Communication: Everyone was very patient with our little Spanish that we know, and their English was excellent. Our room was outstanding, spacious, immaculate, and featuring a phenomenal balcony view that made our stay unforgettable. We also appreciated the hotel’s ideal location and its commitment to sustainability; we left a small note for the housekeeping staff to thank them directly for their excellent work. Good entertainment for kids (and bigger kids with the water carpet) but definitely would recommend staying here!

We spent 2 nights in this lovely hotel for my birthday. Its in a perfect location right on the sea front and only a 10 minute drive to the airport. The hotel is super clean throughout, and all the staff were lovely. We had breakfast and dinner in the restaurant, there was a good choice for both meals, with a show cooking section too. There is a well stocked Pool Bar that is open till 7pm. I have recommended this hotel to friends who are looking for a short stay in September ( ideal being close to the airport, a short taxi ride)