We arrived late into the evening to find that the 'reception', which turned out to be a local tourist office, was closed and after two attempts to access the front door of the hotel found the keys sellotaped to the underside of the mailbox outside of the reception, which was situated up a very steep bank. Slightly puzzled by the lay out of the hotel, lack of pool and balcony, we had no option other than to wait until the following day to contact our travel company. Our room was very small and dingy with no seating or table, other than a very small dressing table, which considering we were self catering was cramped. The crockery was chipped with a rather dubious brown ring stain under a mug on the shelf of the cupboard, and the cutlery was minimal. Cooking facilities were limited to a microwave. The hotel leads out directly onto the main street, where there is an endless flow of traffic, as this is a main route to the pueblo. The photo and description of the hotel which were posted on the internet at time of booking were incorrect and when we showed this to the local agents we were told in no uncertain terms that this was not a picture etc of the Plazoleta Hotel. Fortunately our travel company managed to find us alternative accommodation, which we moved to on the second day of our holiday. Not the ideal start for a much needed relaxing break.

Just came back from La Plazoletta in the beautiful small town Benalmadena Pueblo. It's described as a hotel, but was more like appartments. Our room was very clean and fully equipped with toaster, electric kettle, fridge, satellite tv and complmentary breakfast pastries. Because there were nice restuarants and bars close to the Hotel, we always ate out.
The Pueblo area was in the mountains - it's a long trek from the main Benalmadena coast with the hotels, beach, clubs and bars, but you can take a bus or taxi (beware of the buses - the service is very poor (every 30 minutes) and we found it impossible to get them from the beach and ended paying for a cab). When you come out the hotel, take a left and go down the beautiful streets with white painted houses and flower pots everywhere. You'll find a little square with some lovely restuarant s and a few bars.
If you are brave and fancy a challenge - take a walk to the beach down the mountain. Just head down when you come out of the hotel. It's tough going down and even tougher going back up!
I would recommend Benalmadena Pueblo to couples who want to see the real Spain and to get away from the hustle and bustle in Benalmadena Costa.

It is a very intimate, cosy place, very clean, in the middle of a wonderfull little town, the "Pueblo". Lots of terraces and cafes very close, wonderful view, gives you the feeling you are in a story enviroment. Very nice hostess, small pastry surprises every morning. I would go back again and again.