Palmasol
Benalmádena · Andalusia · 4 Stars

Palmasol

Four-star hotel in Benalmádena, opposite Puerto Marina, with gardens, outdoor and indoor pools, rooms with balconies and family activities.

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8.0 Score
1.765 Reviews
4★ Stars
16:00 Check-in
Nearby Bermeja Watchtower · 170 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 16:00

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Palmasol

Palmasol is a 4-star hotel in Benalmádena, opposite Puerto Marina and 250 metres from the beach. Its gardens, outdoor pool and sun terrace offer spaces to alternate swimming with time outdoors; it also has an indoor pool, open from February to May. The staff organise sports activities and games, and the kids’ club adds more options for families. Dining options include a restaurant, café, bar and snack bar, with buffet breakfasts and continental, full English or Irish, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.

The rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Some have a balcony and views of the pool or sea, as well as a junior suite with a terrace, seating area and views of Puerto Marina. Bed configurations suit different types of stay, from couples to groups. Some rooms have free Wi-Fi. You’ll find beaches and restaurants nearby, and Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 7 km away. Construction work by a third party next to the entrance may cause noise in some double and promotional rooms.

Palmasol
★ 8.0 · Very good · 1.765 reviews

Plan your stay at Palmasol

Four-star hotel in Benalmádena, opposite Puerto Marina, with gardens, outdoor and indoor pools, rooms with balconies and family activities.

Room types

The rooms at Palmasol have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Many have a balcony; some also offer sea or pool views, while the Junior Suite has 37 m², a seating area, a terrace and views of Puerto Marina. There is also a 20 m² Superior Room with a terrace and views, as well as options with two double beds or three single beds.

The range includes rooms for two, three or four people, with configurations that include a double bed and, in some rooms, a futon. Views vary by room type: pool, partial sea or Puerto Marina. Promotional rooms include a fridge and offer a simple option. Many room types have a balcony, and all have air conditioning and a private bathroom. The Junior Suite adds a seating area and space for travelling with family or in a group.

Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — Palmasol
Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed or 1 Double bed and 1 Futon
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

This 17 m² room has a private balcony, air conditioning and a private bathroom. The main configuration has a double bed, with the option of a futon depending on the chosen layout. The flat-screen TV completes the facilities for relaxing after a day by the sea.

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Junior Suite — Palmasol
Junior Suite
37 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed and 2 Sofa beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Balcony
  • View

With 37 m², this Junior Suite offers more space and a seating area. The balcony and terrace overlook Puerto Marina, setting it apart from rooms facing the pool or the partial sea view. The configuration combines a double bed and sofa beds.

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Double Room with Pool View — Palmasol
Double Room with Pool View
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed or 1 Double bed and 1 Futon
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony
  • Pool view

This 17 m² room stands out for its pool view from the private balcony. It has air conditioning and a private bathroom; the main configuration has a double bed. The flat-screen TV lets you relax in the room after enjoying the pool or nearby beach.

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Double Room - 2 Double Beds — Palmasol
Double Room - 2 Double Beds
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Double beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

This 17 m² option has two double beds, as well as a balcony, air conditioning and a private bathroom. Its layout sets it apart from rooms with a single double bed or specific views of the pool or sea. It also has a flat-screen TV.

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Superior Room — Palmasol
Superior Room
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • View

At 20 m², the Superior Room adds a terrace and views, as well as a balcony, air conditioning and a private bathroom. It has one double bed. Compared with the 17 m² categories, it offers an extra three square metres for a stay for two.

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Double Room with Partial Sea View — Palmasol
Double Room with Partial Sea View
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed or 1 Double bed and 1 Futon
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony
  • Sea view

The balcony of this 17 m² room offers partial sea views, setting it apart from rooms with pool views. The main configuration has a double bed, air conditioning and a private bathroom. It also has a flat-screen TV.

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Promotional Room — Palmasol
Promotional Room
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV

This 17 m² promotional room has a double bed, air conditioning and a private bathroom. Unlike several categories with balconies, a balcony is not among its highlighted features; it does, however, include a fridge, a practical detail for keeping drinks chilled. It also has a flat-screen TV.

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Double Room with Pool View (3 Adults) — Palmasol
Double Room with Pool View (3 Adults)
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony
  • Pool view

Designed for three adults, this 17 m² room has three single beds and a balcony with a pool view. It has air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Its layout sets it apart from double rooms with a double bed and options with sofa beds.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay near the sea: Playa de Malapesquera and Playa Santa Ana are 200 m away.
  • you’re travelling with family: there’s a kids’ club, entertainment staff, a playground and family rooms.
  • you’d like to alternate between the beach and the pool: the hotel has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool, open from February to May.
  • you’re looking for a room with a view: some options overlook the pool, the sea or Puerto Marina.
  • you want a short journey from the airport: Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 7 km away.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need on-site parking: Palmasol doesn’t have a car park.
  • you want to avoid any possible construction noise: some double and promotional rooms may be affected by work next to the entrance.
  • you want to use the indoor pool all year round: it’s open from February to May.
  • you’re travelling with anyone under 18 who isn’t accompanied by a parent or legal guardian: they can’t stay without one of them.

Hotel facilities & services

Palmasol combines dining options with spaces to enjoy your stay at the hotel. There is a restaurant, café, bar and snack bar, as well as a children’s buffet and tea/coffee maker. The property offers free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and family rooms; room service and tourist information are also available. It has accessible options for guests with reduced mobility and non-smoking rooms.

In the communal areas you’ll find a terrace, sun terrace and garden, along with bicycle hire and leisure activities such as live music, bike tours, cycling and evening entertainment. Families can make use of the kids’ club, entertainment staff, children’s playground and games room. The wellness area includes an indoor pool, sauna, hot tub and massage services.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Tourist information

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bicycle hire
  • Live music / performances
  • Bike tours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids’ club
  • Entertainment staff
  • Cycling
  • Table tennis
  • Children’s playground
  • Games room
  • Golf course (within 3 km)

Food & drink

  • Coffee shop on site
  • Children’s buffet
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Electric kettle
  • Fridge
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Palmasol is on Avenida del Mar, opposite Puerto Marina, in Benalmádena. Playa de Malapesquera and Playa Santa Ana are 200 m away; Torre Vigía Bermeja is 170 m away and Sea Life is 230 m away. The area has a promenade alongside the marina, nearby restaurants —Bar Restaurante Andalusi is 40 m away— and access to the coast. Parque de la Paloma, 1.5 km away, offers another option for walking among gardens.

Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 7 km away. El Pinillo station is 1.2 km away and Montemar Alto is 1.8 km away; Málaga bus station is 14 km away. You can use the commuter train to visit other places along the coast. In Málaga, Museo Carmen Thyssen is 15 km away, while Museo Picasso Málaga and the Alcazaba are 16 km away. Castillo Bil-Bil, in Benalmádena, is 1.6 km away.

The nearby beaches let you combine swimming with walks along the coast, with Playa de Bil Bil 850 m away according to the area distances and 1.6 km away in the list of nearby places. In the warmer months, the sea and the terraces at Puerto Marina are a focus for outdoor activities. Sea Life is 230 m away for a family visit; Parque de la Batería is 2 km away and Monumento Colomares is 5 km away. The hotel’s indoor pool is open from February to May.

Bermeja Watchtower — Historic tower close to the marina and seafront promenade. 170 m
Sea Life — Aquarium beside Puerto Marina, with marine species to discover. 230 m
Playa Santa Ana — Nearby stretch of sand for swimming and walks by the sea. 200 m
Parque de la Paloma — Gardens and green spaces for relaxing or walking outdoors. 1,5 km
Bil-Bil Castle — Neo-Mudéjar-style building beside Benalmádena’s seafront promenade. 1,6 km
Carmen Thyssen Museum — Collection of 19th-century Spanish paintings in central Málaga. 15 km

What guests say about Palmasol

8.0
Very good · 1.765 reviews
Staff
8.8
Comfort
8.4
Location
9.1
Cleanliness
8.4
Facilities
8.2
Value for money
7.9
Free Wi-Fi
7.2

Guests particularly appreciate the proximity to the coast and the staff’s service; they also value the facilities and cleanliness. Comfort receives favourable feedback, while value for money and, especially, the Wi-Fi connection receive more moderate ratings.

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