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4.0 of 5
Avenida Alay 5, Puerto Marina, 29630, Spain
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Hotel Alay
Ranked #32 of 46 hotels in Benalmadena
3.0 of 5 stars 126 Reviews
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Belfast
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Just acceptable”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2011
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The best thing about this hotel is the location, right by the beach and harbour, close to all the night-life as well. The staff were mostly ok, but one of the waiters was a bit sleazy, and one receptionist was rude. Hotel mostly used by groups of male golfers.
Room was great as we had a suite, Food was just average. Great for a base. My friend and I just like the beach everyday. Nice quiet garden to lie in too. Would recommend the cable car trip up the mountain to an amazing bird of prey show.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled with friends
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
“Perfectly Acceptable..”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 October 2011
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Stayed here with 6 friends for a long weekend at the end of Sept 2011.
This is a no frills hotel in an amazing location and close to lots of amenities. It is in need of some TLC but to be honest as it was only a base for us this fact wasn't a concern.
Staff members were polite but not overbearing and left us to get on with things. Our rooms were all close to each others which was helpful too. But the view from my room was dreadful and looked out onto a derelict pool and building.
The breakfasts were very good and included hot food, but the 'Fruit' juices tasted like powder so keep clear of these.
Definitely not a 4* as it advertises itself but a decent 3*.
The pool area has a garden which was well kept and tidy and had decent views.
As this was just a base for us we didn't spend too much time within the hotel. Its location though is worth much more than what we paid for our short break. If its quality you're looking for you may wish to consider somewhere else. But if its location this place is ideal as its only a minutes walk from the Marina.

Room Tip: For a cheap no frills base this place is ideal. With a good breakfast too. Try to request a room o...
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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Kerry
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“one word "awful"”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 October 2011
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I hated this hotel from the minute came to reception and was greeted with ignorance i honestly felt like a nuisance. We had to pay for wifi 12 euro a day , this is free in most hotels it should definitely be free in a 4 star hotel which this definitely not, its a bad 3 star hotel. The rooms were dirty and so old looking badly needs new furniture.There was a thing for ice looked so dirty i nearly got sick. I could hear every noise and every door close, the walls must be paper thin. The only good thing was the view and location. The staff in my opinion, don't like the Irish.When we asked if wifi was free he started laughing at us.I would recommend this hotel to my worst enemy. I was so glad we were only there for 2 days.

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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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“Good Value for Money”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2011

Our room was clean, clean towels every day.

Fantastic views we were on the 12th floor and watched the sun come up every morning.
I asked for a sea view and I got one. I thought the staff were good. We were only bed and breakfast but that was good value for money, there were plenty of places to eat at night.

The pool area was a bit tatty, but the beach is just over the road so that did not bother us.
perfect location for everything. will definately go again. Very pleased for the price we paid.

Room Tip: Ask for sea view,4th floor upwards
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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Great location, great hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2011

This is hotel is excellent, our room had a sea view on the 11th floor, the staff are very friendly and the rooms very clean with maid service daily. The location is excellent 2 mins from the beach, and the marina. We would definitely go back.

Room Tip: High floor has a fantastic view and very quiet.
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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
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Address: Avenida Alay 5, Puerto Marina, 29630, Spain
Price range (per night):* INR4,257 - 9,914

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