this hotel is exceptional on being fully focused on people enjoying their holiday. this is good management as they obviously want you to go back.the rooms are fairly large with lots of wardrobe and drawer space, the food is first class with lots of choice most people will be able to find something they like at breakfast and evening meal.the... More

The service was good at all times and everyone was pleasant and helpful. The food was excellent and anyone who moans about it must be very hard to please. The salad bar in the evening was delicious and there was plenty of variety with all the food which was also well presented. The sweets were lovely, I especially loved the... More

Recently visited Nerja for the first time, as I was in the car I wanted secure parking, which this hotel had without paying extortionate fees, approx 5.25 euros per night for the car. It was definitely worth booking half board, as it's not much difference in price, the food was excellent. The Hotel Riu Monica, was right on the beach,... More

Date of stay 13 - 27 May. We visit RIU hotels regularly, but this was our first holiday at the Monica. Much of what has been said about this hotel I'd agree with particularly comments about food. Our main gripes about this holiday relate to the many cutbacks that Thomson's have made - no baggage labels, no in-flight meals, reduced... More

I have just returned from a week's holiday with my husband and another couple at the Riu Monica. We all agree that it was one of the nicest hotels we have stayed in and we have stayed in many, including 5 star. The hotel is in a great position right on the seafront and has lovely gardens and areas around... More

This hotel was on the beach, 20 minite walk from centre. there were very few chidren, so around the pool was very quiet. Very, very clean public area also the rooms which I found to be larger than usual. Food choice was marvoulas, breakfast and dinner.Would definatley return one day.

Once again went with Thomson Holidays for a fortnight in early May. Couldn't fault staff or hotel and the weather was fantastic. Visited the Donkey Sanctuary twice which is free and a "must do" on any visit to Nerja. Jack and Ozzie, the baby donkeys were really cute. The only downside was Malaga airport which resembled an ant heap and... More

T'here's not much more to add to the existing positive reviews of the Monica. Great attention to cleanliness by staff and they are very polite and friendly, which makes so much difference. My only criticism is that the food choices can be a bit limited and repetitive. I am a vegetarian and I did find the offerings a bit disappointing... More

We returned to the Riu this April after 5 years and were not disappointed. It is clean and comfortable the staff are excellent and very helpful from Receptionists to Cleaners to Restaurant staff - many are still there 5 years on. The rooms are a little dated (TVs etc - no kettles) but they have comfortable beds excellent showers and... More