IBEROSTAR Malaga Playa

We stayed in this hotel for one week 22nd-29th May on an all inclusive basis, we were a party of 6 requiring 3 rooms, a family room for 2 adults and 2 children, and 2 rooms for single occupancy (grandparents). On arrival we found checking in was super efficient, warm and friendly with a complimentary drink, we paid a fee for use of the safe deposit box in all three rooms which was 21€ per room, Our three rooms were more than satisfactory, spotlessly clean and well appointed, the family room (apartment) has 2 spacious bedrooms, kitchen and lounge and was perfect for our requirements. My one complaint is there were no kettle/tea making facilities in the room which I knew in advance so I took a travel kettle for an early morning coffee. The pool is great with activities during the day with no pressure to take part, it’s your choice, it’s relaxed and not too intrusive, there are plenty of sun beds with parasols so there was no one reserving with towels before breakfast, beyond the pool is lovely gardens with more sunbeds. The restaurant is impressive and the quality of food and choices was fantastic, they really do try to cater for everyone’s taste. I’ve always stayed in 4 star hotels but the food here was outstanding. The snack bar offers a choice of sandwiches, snacks and drinks and is situated at the side of the pool, The children’s evening entertainment was suited to toddlers and tots, my granddaughters who are 7 and 10 were a little disappointed, and it was far too young for them. The hotel is situated on the sea front with access onto the beach, there are a few shops, bars and restaurants and feels really child friendly. The staff at this hotel are fantastic and put every effort into making your holiday memorable. We will definitely return.

Just finished a 2 week stay here and I can't find a fault. The most friendly staff I have ever met; didn't meet one grump in 14 days! They can't do enough for you. Great location, right on the beach which is lovely and quiet and great for long walks in the surf. Not much going on in the town itself but personally I didn't find the need to leave the hotel as it had everything you need. Having said that, I took two trips - to Nerja and to Frigliana, both of which are very accessible by public bus. The food in the restaurant was wonderful. I thought the menus would repeat on a weekly basis but they don't. They had a huge variety including tapas, oysters, snails and oysters as well as all the regular stuff. I paid for a basic enough room but still had a side view of the ocean on one side and the mountains on the other. Immaculately clean in all areas. If I don't come back here (which I very well might!), I will certainly be visiting other iberostar resorts in the future! Thank you so much for your exceptional Spanish hospitality! p.s. much respect for the eco friendly initiative! No plastic!