Hotel Alay

🏖️ Close to the beach (around 100m to the sand)
🛥️ Steps from Benalmadena Marina, bars and restaurants
🛏️ Modern, contemporary rooms with optional sea views
👫 Adults-friendly hotel with minimum age 16 years
🌿 Certified Sustainable Hotel on the Costa del Sol
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Travelisto comfort level: Modern adults-friendly beach hotel

Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Half Board, Room Only

Minimum guest age: 16 years (adults-friendly policy)

Hotel features: 2 blocks • 256 rooms • 12 floors • 4 lifts

Hotel Alay puts you right at the heart of Benalmadena’s seafront action. The palm-lined promenade and sandy beach lie just across the road, while stylish Benalmadena Marina, with its yachts, cocktail bars and restaurants, is only a short stroll away.

Benalmadena itself is a three-part story: the traditional whitewashed Old Town up the hill, the resort centre with shops and nightlife, and the long curve of beaches along the Costa del Sol. From here, it’s easy to hop on the coastal train, explore nearby resorts, or head into Malaga city for culture, tapas and galleries.

• Beach: approx. 100m
• Benalmadena Marina: approx. 200m
• Nearest shops, bars & restaurants: approx. 250m
• Benalmadena resort centre & Arroyo de la Miel area: short taxi or bus ride
• Malaga city: around 25–30 minutes by car or local train

Approx. transfer time from airport: 45 Minutes

Benalmadena, Costa Del Sol, Spain

Start and end the day in style at the hotel’s buffet restaurant, serving a generous breakfast and dinner with a mix of international favourites and Spanish flavours. Expect a relaxed, contemporary dining space, with the hotel requesting that beachwear isn’t worn.

Between meals, you’re well covered for drinks: there’s a main bar and a dedicated coffee bar for pick-me-ups, plus a seasonal poolside beach bar (usually open April–October, roughly 11:00–18:00) for daytime cocktails, chilled beers and soft drinks by the water.

Smart dress codes, opening times, reservation requirements and any supplements can vary by season and board basis, so check the latest details on arrival.

You’ll find two inviting freshwater pools at Hotel Alay, each with its own character.

• A ground-level outdoor pool with a sunbathing terrace, sunbeds and parasols – ideal for lazy days with a book and a drink from the nearby bar.
• A rooftop outdoor pool with a dedicated sunbathing area, giving you elevated views over Benalmadena and the sea, plus a more exclusive feel.

Pool towels are provided free of charge, so you can pack lighter. Pool facilities, depths and opening hours may vary by season and weather conditions.

When you fancy the sand between your toes, simply stroll around 100m to the beach for sea swims, watersports (independently operated) or a walk along the promenade.

Keep your fitness routine going at the air-conditioned gym, equipped with cardio machines and a free-weights area and typically open from around 08:00–22:00 (18+ only).

Although there isn’t a full spa, relaxation comes easily thanks to the chilled poolside atmosphere, rooftop sun terrace and proximity to beach clubs and the marina.

Elsewhere around the hotel you’ll find:
• 24-hour reception
• Concierge-style assistance and local information
• Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
• Equipment hire including bottle warmers, kettles*, motorised scooters* and wheelchairs*
• Charging facilities for motorised scooters

*Local charges may apply and services are subject to availability.

Double or Twin Room with Side Sea View
Sleeps: Minimum 2 | Maximum 2
Bright and modern rooms with a side sea view, a balcony and contemporary décor. Facilities include flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, fridge, hairdryer and a bathroom with bath and shower attachment. Air conditioning operates seasonally (typically 15 Jun–15 Sep). Daily cleaning; towels changed on request.

Double Room without Balcony
Sleeps: Minimum 2 | Maximum 2
A good-value option with a modern finish and side sea view but no balcony. Facilities include flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, fridge, hairdryer, bathroom with bath and shower attachment, and seasonal air conditioning (typically 15 Jun–15 Sep). Daily cleaning; towels changed on request. Safety deposit box available for an extra charge.

Double or Twin Room
Sleeps: Minimum 2 | Maximum 3
Flexible rooms with side sea view and balcony, ideal if you’d like a little extra occupancy. Facilities mirror the main double rooms with flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, fridge, hairdryer, bath with shower attachment, seasonal air conditioning and regular housekeeping.

Double or Twin Room with Sea View
Sleeps: Minimum 2 | Maximum 2
Enjoy full sea views from your balcony, plus the same in-room comforts: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, fridge, hairdryer, bathroom with bath and shower attachment, seasonal air conditioning and daily cleaning.

Double or Twin Room for Sole Use
Sleeps: Minimum 1 | Maximum 1
Perfect for solo travellers wanting comfort by the marina. Features side sea view, balcony, flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, fridge, hairdryer, bath with shower attachment, seasonal air conditioning and daily cleaning.

Junior Suite
Sleeps: Minimum 2 | Maximum 3
More space and upgraded comfort, with a sea view and balcony. Junior Suites add coffee-making facilities alongside a flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, fridge, hairdryer and bathroom with bath and shower attachment. Air conditioning is seasonal (typically 15 Jun–15 Sep). Ideal for longer stays or extra lounge space.

Triple Room
Sleeps: Minimum 3 | Maximum 3
A practical choice for three adults travelling together. These rooms have no particular view but come with balcony, flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, fridge, hairdryer, bathroom with bath and shower attachment, seasonal air conditioning and regular housekeeping.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary. Some facilities such as safety deposit boxes may incur a local charge.

💪 Air-conditioned gym with cardio machines and free weights (18+, typically 08:00–22:00)
🏊‍♀️ Pool time across two freshwater pools, including rooftop pool
🚶‍♀️ Beach walks and promenade jogging right outside
🛥️ Marina ambience with easy access to boat trips and watersports (locally operated)
🌇 Evenings at nearby bars, beach clubs and restaurants along the marina and seafront

🛎️ 24-hour reception and concierge-style support
📦 Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
🧴 Pool towels provided free of charge
♿ Equipment hire including bottle warmers, kettles*, motorised scooters* and wheelchairs*
🔌 Charging points for motorised scooters
🌐 Free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel

*Local charges may apply and items are subject to availability.

Benalmadena offers a great mix of traditional Andalusian charm and modern resort life. Up in the Old Town you’ll find whitewashed houses and cobbled streets, while down by the coast there are numerous beaches, a cable car to Calamorro Mountain and family attractions such as a sea life centre and butterfly park.

Local basics:
• Destination: Benalmadena, Costa Del Sol, Spain
• Language: Spanish
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference: GMT +1 hour
• Average UK flight time to Malaga (AGP): around 3 hours

Hotel Alay is a Certified Sustainable Hotel, so you can enjoy your stay with a lower environmental footprint.

Information is based on the most recent supplier details and may change seasonally. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

Hotel Alay Prices & Book
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Hotel Alay adults-only?
Hotel Alay operates as an adults-friendly hotel with a minimum guest age of 16 years. This helps keep the atmosphere relaxed, making it particularly appealing for couples and groups of friends who want a grown-up base by the beach and marina.

2. How far is Hotel Alay from the beach and Benalmadena Marina?
The hotel is in a prime location: the nearest beach is roughly 100m away, so you can be on the sand in just a couple of minutes. Benalmadena Marina, with its shops, bars, restaurants and boat trips, is around 200m from the hotel.

3. What board bases are offered at Hotel Alay?
You can book Hotel Alay on Room Only, Bed & Breakfast, or Half Board. Bed & Breakfast includes a daily buffet breakfast, while Half Board usually covers breakfast and dinner in the main restaurant, leaving lunches and drinks to be paid locally unless specified otherwise on your Travelisto booking.

4. Does Hotel Alay have a rooftop pool?
Yes, along with a main outdoor pool, Hotel Alay features a rooftop freshwater pool with a sunbathing terrace, sunbeds and parasols. It’s a great spot for soaking up the Costa del Sol sunshine and enjoying elevated views over Benalmadena and the sea. Pool facilities and opening dates can be seasonal.

5. What room types are available at Hotel Alay?
There’s a wide choice of room types, including Double or Twin rooms (some with side sea view), Double or Twin rooms with Sea View, Double rooms without balcony, Triple rooms, Double or Twin rooms for Sole Use, and spacious Junior Suites with sea view. All come with Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TV, air conditioning (seasonal), private bathroom with bath and shower attachment, and most have a balcony.

6. Is there Wi-Fi at Hotel Alay?
Yes, free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the hotel, including the rooms and public areas, so you can stay connected, check in for flights and share your Costa del Sol moments with ease.

7. How long is the transfer from Malaga Airport (AGP) to Hotel Alay?
The transfer time is typically around 45 minutes by shared coach, depending on traffic and how many stops are made for other hotels along the way. Private transfers can be quicker and are available to add to your Travelisto holiday on request.

8. Does Hotel Alay have a gym?
Yes, there is an air-conditioned gym on site with cardio fitness equipment and a free-weights area. It’s usually open between 08:00 and 22:00, and access is for adults aged 18 years and over.

9. Is Hotel Alay suitable for guests with reduced mobility?
The hotel is set across two blocks with four lifts and offers facilities such as wheelchair and motorised scooter hire and dedicated charging points (local charges may apply). As with any hotel, accessibility can vary by room type and area, so speak to Travelisto before booking for tailored advice and to ensure a suitable room is requested.