Hotel Bahía de Almuñécar

Il est difficile de critiquer cet endroit. C'est impeccablement propre, le personnel est sympathique et serviable (tout le personnel de l'enregistrement parlait bien anglais); les chambres sont de bonne taille avec une climatisation et un réfrigérateur efficaces; le bar sur le toit et la piscine sont tout simplement magnifiques et l'emplacement est génial - à 2 minutes de la ville et pas beaucoup plus longtemps à la plage. Hautement recommandé.

We were supposed to be in the sister hotel at the east end of the town so there is just a small rooftop pool, although the hotel is close to the beach. It is much more central close to the old town and facilities. The hotel was fine, the staff were friendly and helpful. The food was generally good although the fish and meat off the grill tended to be overcooked. The meat and fish in sauces was much better. Room was clean although there were roadworks nearby and it could be a bit dusty. Apparently we were better off being on the higher floor, 4th, we also benefited being above the rooftops opposite.

Just booked one night at this hotel and we were very pleased with the experience. Very well located near the center of Almunecar (bus station, supermarkets, restaurants, cafés, etc..), walking distance also to the beach. We did a thorough search on the internet until we found a very good deal. Large lobby, clean and well kept in general. Very professional and polite receptionist who started by asking if  I would like to speak in english or spanish. Per our request, he eventually changed our room from the first floor to the sixth floor. We got a large twin room (like shown in the pictures), with a large bathroom, with a tub and a half glass for shower. Shower gel and shampoo was provided. There was a well kept balcony (tidy, with a table, two chairs and an ashtray) with a view to the city center and the sea (sideways). I call the attention to how tidy this balcony was, with the stainless steel handrails absolutely spotless, without stains (very unusual as balconies are normally overlooked). Room had a big desk and a very helpful mini refrigerator. TV  (maybe satellite) few channels in english and a somehow difficult remote to work with. One night stand between the two beds. Each twin bed was actually a small double in size. Two reading lights. They have a car park for 12€/day. Street parking is possible on the nearby streets (paid until 14h00),  but during Summer months or peak weekends it would almost be impossible to find a street place (better to use their car park). We didn't try breakfast, but there are many options nearby. Overall we were happy with our choice and can recommend this hotel based on our good experience.

Would not rate it as 4 stars by any standard. 3 tops! The safery boxes in every room are not funktional. You have to pay extra to make them work. The buffets are mediocre - extensive, but without quality. The staff seems to have no pride in their work. Our evening meal included half a bottle of wine per person. I don’t drink wine, but could not replace it for a tiny bottle of soda: 2,25 dl at 2,60€. I got at room above the bar with live singing every night. Two hours of dreadful noise from 9 till 11 pm. Twice I asked in the reception to have another room, but was refused. I had to contact my travel agency before I got another!!! Why do they even use those rooms off season (101-105….ish…..avoid these unless you are out or sit in the bar each evening)? That said the rooms are fine, the cleaning as well. Noise from the street is okay and most balconies are spacious facing the sun down.