Sahara Sunset

Hotel facilities all very good, clean and comfortable. It was great to see the pool life guards clearing away towels on reserved sunbeds that no one was actually sitting on! There was also a very loud/drunk group of lads at the hotel that the manager was very prompt to address. Great location very close to the beach, restaurants and Paloma Park. Room had a very well equipped kitchen with a washing machine.

Restaurant service was incredibly slow that put us off going there. Pool water was freezing even on a 26 degrees day and not many people using it. Sadly the indoor pool facilities were used more!

Everything! Surrounded by high rise apartment blocks and hotels, the beautiful low rise typical spanish style Sahara Sunset complex is an oasis in which to relax and enjoy your time in Benalmadena. The apartment itself was also beautiful, modern and clean with everything you could need, the kitchen was especially well equipped...it even had mugs so we could have a decent sized cup of tea! Good location too, stones throw from beach, shops, supermarkets and restaurants. Lovely walk along the sea front board walk (about 30 mins) to marina where there are more shops, bars and restaurants. Shout out to the amazing John in Scanlons Irish bar very near by if you stay at Sahara Sunset, he is an amazing host, makes everyone feel so welcome, best bar man in Benalmadena so give him a visit if you stay here!

Pool bar was very overpriced...9 euro for two 7Ups?! They didnt even come from a can, or bottles, just a mixer gun! Beds are also quite firm, we would rather softer beds, so we did not sleep brilliantly, but this is a personal thing.

The apartment was huge and really modern. definitely the nicest I’ve stayed in in Spain. 2 bedrooms with a king bed in one. huge balcony. the kitchen had everything you could need including kitchen roll, dishwasher tablets, sponges and cloths. we stayed the last week of March so it wasn’t peak time, still got sun beds. everywhere was immaculate. staff used WhatsApp so could message them with any questions and requests. fresh pastries in the morning in the on site supermarket were a bonus. taxis were always available. apartments are directly opposite the beach. we paid €330 end of March for 3 nights, unfortunately it was double that when I checked with reception to book the same time next year :(

The location just wasn’t ideal for us. there wasn’t much around and too long to walk to the strip of cafes with 3 young kids. We prefer to be closer to Puerto Marina for all the nice restaurants and shops, so we usually stay in Torremolinos. taxi was less than €6 down to there, but that would add up for a week or so.

Everything, we arrived early and was able to leave our luggage and sit by the pool until the apartment was ready. Carolyn on reception was so helpful and made sure we got the best apartment with the best sea view that I had previously requested in an email When our apartment was ready the wonderful porter helped us with our luggage My granddaughter used the spa facilities which she said were really good There is a roof terrace with sunbeds and amazing views The apartment exceeded our expectations, lovely decor and modern kitchen and bathroom The sofa bed was more like a king size than your average sofa bed and so easy to pull out and put away The beach is a short distance across the road, there is an onsite supermarket and many shops and restaurants close by Selwo Marina is close and worth a visit to see the dolphins, parrots, penguins and other animals Paloma Park is just also just 5 minutes walk away I would highly recommend staying at the Sahara Sunset

There is nothing that I did not like

The apartment was very spacious, comfortable and well equipped. The complex is very environmentally friendly, providing the tap for filtered water made a huge difference to our holiday, no lugging bottles of water around the place. the pool's area were always clean, both were lovely and the beds were so comfortable and plentiful. Having the shop on site was so convenient and reasonably priced. The pool restaurant had lovely food during the day and evening and the breakfast was excellent every day.

A better system for swapping the towels and letting people know when booking, that towels are available to rent.

very clean apartment comfortable beds and good WI-FI for the kids. food at Casbah restaurant in the main area was exceptionally good and the staff were all very helpful and friendly.

pool rules are a bit strict for kids not being allowed to even jump in. there are 2 pools so maybe make one of them more child friendly so they can have fun.

Our stay was pretty much perfect. The apartment was spacious and had everything one needs to prepare food and eat well. Bed was comfortable. Pool area is super nice and the staff, especially lifeguards by the pool were always very kind and friendly. We were taken good care of. As we traveled with a baby we were given an apartment with washing machine and easy access with only few stairs - that was very nice of the staff to think so thoroughly about our comfort. Location of the resort is perfect. I would say it's the best location in Benalmadena because it's close to both beach promenade and beautiful Paloma park which are perfect places for strolling around. Nice beaches and good restaurants are also very close.

It was little bit loud. As there are no carpets in the apartments you can very easily hear when your upstairs neighbors move their furniture, for example push chairs under the table or when children run around. When they do these loud sounds while you try to sleep it's little bit annoying. As we stayed on the first floor we also heard a lot of sounds from the stairwell. As our bedroom was located close to the corridor and stairwell, it was a bit uncomfortable because sound from outside reached our room very easily.

The location was close to the beach. The reception staff were very friendly and helpful. We asked for a quiet room with a sea view and that's exactly what we got. We stayed in the Royal Gardens block and had a view of the sea (bearing in mind its not beach front) and a view of the mountains. Everywhere within the complex, including the room was very clean. We only stayed for a week, but our apartment including the sheets and towels were cleaned twice. The kitchen was well equipped and included washing machine, dishwasher and microwave. The pool was nice, although cold in May. During our stay we went on the teleferico cable car up 2,500ft to breath taking views. This is cheaper if you pre-book online. We also took a boat trip from Benalmadena marina for 15 euros p/p. The Marina is a pleasant walk from the apartment, with nice shops.

The only downside of having a quiet room with a view was the amount of stairs to our apartment, 40 in total to the 3rd floor.

Friendly, efficient and helpful staff at reception,especially Caroline,Stephanie and Sebastian. Great assets to Diamond resort Sahara Sunset.Clean comfortable 2 bed apartment with a view, beautiful pools,very comfortable beds and pillows comfiest I have stayed in, in Spain.Weather was fabulous which made the week. Cleaners where very efficient and quick in apartments.Solarium rooftop is lovely peaceful spot to sun bathe.Shop beside complex very handy and well stocked. Beach 2 minute walk from apartments.Near to all restaurants and strip. Brillant stay.

Having to climb two floors to our apartment as there was no lift but we did ask to have an apartment on the 2nd or third floor with a view so it's not a complaint.

Location excellent

Entertainment wasn’t aimed at families