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MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach

3.0 star property
3-star beach hotel near Carihuela Beach

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Library
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Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Calle Albatros, 1, Benalmádena, Malaga, 29630
  • Place, Playa de Bil Bil
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bil-Bil Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Paloma Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Málaga (AGP)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (2 adults)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (2 adults + 1 child)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (3 adults)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Partial Sea View (2 adults)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Benalmádena

Benalmádena Costa stay.Your stay at this Benalmádena Costa hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Benalmadena Marina and Carihuela Beach. Malaga Province Beaches and Bil-Bil Castle are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Playa de Bil Bil - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bil-Bil Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Playa de Santa Ana - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Paloma Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Arroyo de la Miel Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • El Pinillo Station - 5 min drive
  • Malaga Airport (AGP) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Meeting Point - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Auditorium Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Maracas Beach Bil Bil - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Ancla - ‬7 min walk

About this property

MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach

3-star beach hotel near Carihuela Beach
MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Benalmádena hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 210 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Built in 1970
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach offers 210 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs and bidets.

This Benalmádena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (EUR 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 5 to 20 for adults and EUR 5 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 5.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 5 to 20 for adults, and EUR 5 to 20 for children
  • Self parking fee: EUR 10 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 5.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Pool access available from 10:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Balmoral Benalmadena
Hotel Balmoral Benalmadena
Hotel Balmoral Benalmadena, Costa Del Sol, Spain
Medplaya Hotel Balmoral Benalmadena
Medplaya Hotel Balmoral
Medplaya Balmoral Benalmadena
Medplaya Balmoral
Medplaya Hotel Balmoral
Medplaya Alba Benalmadena
MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach Hotel
MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach Benalmádena
MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach Hotel Benalmádena

Frequently asked questions

How close is MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach to the airport?

MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach is 10 mi (30-min drive) away from the Malaga Airport (AGP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach.

How close is MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Malaga Province Beaches and 6-minute walk from Playa de Santa Ana. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between EUR 5 and 20 for adults, EUR 5 and 20 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Torrequebrada (18-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM.

Is there free parking at MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 10 per day.

Does MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach have a pool?

MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:30 AM to 6:30 PM.

Does MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach have a restaurant?

MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach is home to Balmoral, which features international cuisine.

Does MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer mani/pedis.

How close is MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach to downtown Benalmádena?

MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach is 2.4 mi away from Benalmádena.

MedPlaya Hotel Alba Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 247 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 247 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 247 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 247 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 247 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff great Spotlessly clean. Room smallish but had every thing we needed. Good qualitytoileties
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front staff were extremely helpful and friendly.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reshad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a short but good stay. Everything went smooth, from the check-in, to lovely staff and check-out 🙏🌟
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and food only thing missing was a little fridge in the room everything else was very good
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, good shows, good food, really clean. Pool was very nice and clean. Walking distance from beach and shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is cheap. Moderate in every way but well located and great value.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a 3 star hofel, i was mildly surprised how good it was. The food could have better and hotter.
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sat by pool but didn’t go in. Weather wasn’t good. But there were covered places to sit so that was nice. Room very spacious, clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KAY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous

Brilliant. Clean great location central to where we wanted to be. Right next to a fab beach. Lovely clean pool. Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Dessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable

Enjoyable experience- great food- room and bed comfortable but we had an issue with ants which wasn’t dealt with promptly- also slow to come with extra pillows but these were minor issues and I will certainly return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location 3 minute walk from beach, pubs and restaurants Check in handled by Vivian who was efficient and friendly big hello to her. We were a party of 10 we arrived around 10 pm, dinner had finished but as requested a cold buffet was left for us. Would recommend hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly good hotel for what you pay for a room, the staff were very friendly and helpful, very clean and tidy. The food was good and there was lots of it to have. Overall a good ten days stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Anneli

Liked: Cleanliness
The location is very good, small room, sea view but no sun shine in the easter side of the building.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice break

On arrival reception staff were friendly and courteous. Room was clean and had a partial sea view with small balcony.we were half board and the food was excellent with a good variety at breakfast and dinner close to bars and restaurants with a nice swimming pool area.was very good value for money and would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

monica

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bad breakfast, old hotel and lousy rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a late arrival to the Hotel, early hours of the morning. The night staff were expecting us and efficient. Room and areas were clean and in good order. Breakfast was excellent and staff very efficient. A good experience, good value and very happy with.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean hotel. Also still plenty of hand sterilising stations all working. My only real comments are that the lifts required patience, made slower by still only advising one family group at a time. However this was our 2nd visit, last time was 2019, and if I could get a flight we'd be back there again next week!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Elen Mair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a really nice stay here no complaints about anything at all apart from the fact that we were unable to keep our room and there is no shower room, you have to shower at the pool area in an open space and no room to then get ready in then have to put your wet swim wear in the case, but other than that we had a great time and happy with the rooms. Food and cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

I made reservation by Hotel.com, didn't find my request when I confirmed payment and reservation, wrote many emails to Hotel.com unfortunately didn't receive any reply. Thank you
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Disliked: Room comfort
Wasn’t happy not coffee or tea making service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Belmiro

Liked: Staff & service
The location it's close to the beach. The breakfast, lunch, and dinner they are good and the hotel staff very friendly and happy to help. What I dint liked, the hotel acoustic isolation it's horrible, you can hear each side and upper floor neighbours, I slept with ear plugs, otherwise it’s was impossible to sleep. Other negative point was the swimming pool responsible/lifeguard, every day he tried to close the swimming before the 8pm closing time. One day he tried to convince our kids to leave the swimming pool early...what an unwise attitude.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Clara Eugenia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

good in general

In general terms my experience was good, it has an excellent location, customer service and good food. I feel disappointed with the issue of cleanliness, we were in the hotel for a week, and we realized when they cleaned the room that they were doing a very superficial work. Another point that disappoints is the pool, because they open it very late (11 am), according to the explanation they gave me it is because of the noise. Something that does not make sense since at that time all the guests have already passed through the dining room (the dining room It is open until 10:30)
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Rummet var rent och lagom stort. Bra Badrum. Lite svårt att ta sig ur för en äldre. Saknade handtag på rätt avstånd på väggen
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Los shows nocturnos geniales

Una estancia muy cómoda y cerca de la playa, a 30 metros. La comida no es excepcional pero está bastante bien. Mucha animación en las piscinas con diferentes actividades y por la noche hay buenas actuaciones.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

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