Hotel Las Arenas Affiliated by Melia

💑 Great choice for couples, with relaxed entertainment and sea-view sundowners
🏖️ Just 50m from Benalmadena’s sandy beach and seafront promenade
🌱 Certified Sustainable Hotel meeting a GSTC-recognised standard
🌇 Stunning rooftop terrace and sky bars with panoramic Mediterranean views
🏨 Bright, modern design hotel with contemporary rooms and fresh interiors
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 160 | Floors: 7 | Lifts: 2

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

Child age guideline: up to 11 years (family-friendly but especially popular with adults and couples)

Set on Benalmadena’s palm-lined seafront avenue, Hotel Las Arenas Affiliated by Melia sits directly opposite the beach, with only the promenade between you and the sand. From here you can wander to chiringuito beach bars, stroll to the marina for boat trips, or head uphill to discover the whitewashed Old Town’s cobbled streets and viewpoints.

Benalmadena is a great “three-in-one” resort: buzzing beachfront, a more traditional hillside village, and easy access to day trips along the Costa Del Sol, including Malaga’s old quarter and nearby theme parks and attractions.

• Beach and promenade: approx. 50m (across the seafront road)
• Nearest bars and restaurants: approx. 50m
• Benalmadena resort centre: approx. 1km
• Benalmadena marina: approx. 2–3km (taxi or longer stroll along the front)

Approx. transfer time from airport: 45 minutes

Benalmadena, Costa Del Sol, Spain

The main buffet restaurant keeps things flexible with a mix of Spanish and international dishes at breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus show cooking at breakfast and in the evenings. Expect plenty of choice for salads, grilled meats and fish, and tempting desserts; highchairs are available for younger guests.

You’ll have three bars to choose from: a smart lounge bar open late, a seasonal pool bar for daytime drinks and light bites, and stylish rooftop sky bars on two levels for cocktails with a view. A smart-casual dress code applies in certain areas (no beachwear in the restaurant and lounge; long trousers requested for gentlemen in the evening). Reservations and supplements may vary by season and board basis, and some premium drinks incur a charge.

Board options include Room Only, Bed and Breakfast, Half Board and Full Board, with Full Board typically covering buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant. What All Inclusive typically includes.

Outdoors you’ll find a freshwater pool surrounded by loungers and parasols, ideal for lazy days or a cooling dip between beach walks. Pool towels are provided free of charge, so you can travel a little lighter. Facilities may vary slightly by season and occupancy.

Cross the road and you’re straight onto Benalmadena’s broad sandy beach and promenade, with plenty of spots for a swim, a stroll or a relaxed drink at a beachfront chiringuito while you watch the sunset.

While Hotel Las Arenas Affiliated by Melia doesn’t position itself as a full-on sports or spa resort, it’s well set up for easy holiday living. There’s a daily evening entertainment programme across most of the season, featuring live music and professional shows – enough atmosphere to enjoy a drink after dinner without it feeling intrusive.

Guest services include a 24-hour reception, luggage storage and currency exchange, plus the option to hire mobility scooters, pushchairs and wheelchairs (local charges apply, subject to availability). Being a Certified Sustainable Hotel, the property also follows recognised eco-standards, with regular reviews to keep sustainability practices on track.

Superior Double or Twin Room
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
Located on the first floor, these upgraded rooms offer a little extra comfort with bright, contemporary styling. Each features a balcony, flat screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, air conditioning, and a bathroom with shower. You’ll also have a kettle, coffee-making facilities, bathrobe, hairdryer and minibar (chargeable). Daily cleaning and towel change are included.

Double or Twin Room
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 3
Also on the first floor, these modern rooms are a great-value base for couples, friends or solo travellers. Expect a balcony, flat screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, kettle, minibar (chargeable), hairdryer and air conditioning. Bathrooms come with a bath or shower, and rooms are serviced daily with fresh towels.

Superior Double or Twin Room with Side Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
Set on floors 2–7, these rooms combine upgraded amenities with partial Mediterranean views from the balcony. Facilities include flat screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, air conditioning, shower bathroom, kettle and coffee-making facilities, minibar (chargeable), bathrobe and hairdryer, plus daily cleaning and towel change.

Double or Twin Room with Side Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 3
Also on floors 2–7, these rooms offer a side sea view from the balcony and the same fresh, modern look. Inside you’ll find a flat screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, kettle, minibar (chargeable), hairdryer and air conditioning, with a bathroom featuring a bath or shower. Housekeeping attends daily.

Premium Double or Twin Room with Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
Located on floors 2–5, Premium Sea View rooms dial up the experience with front-facing sea views and extra perks. On arrival you’ll find complimentary welcome drinks in the minibar (a mix of alcoholic and soft drinks) – thereafter the minibar can be replenished at a local charge. Rooms include a balcony, flat screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, kettle, coffee-making facilities, bathrobe, hairdryer, air conditioning and a bathroom with shower, plus daily cleaning and towel change.

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🎤 Daily evening entertainment (Feb–Nov) with live music and professional shows
🌅 Rooftop sky bars for sunset drinks overlooking the Mediterranean
🚶 Seafront promenade walks right from the hotel doors
⛵ Easy access to Benalmadena marina for boat trips and watersports (locally arranged)
🚡 Nearby cable car to Mount Calamorro for hiking and viewpoints (external attraction)

🛎️ 24-hour reception with currency exchange
🧳 Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
♿ Mobility scooter, pushchair and wheelchair hire (local charges; subject to availability)
👶 Highchairs available in the restaurant
🌱 Certified Sustainable Hotel – operates to a GSTC-recognised standard, reviewed regularly
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel

Benalmadena is a versatile Costa Del Sol resort with a lively marina, long sandy beaches and a traditional whitewashed Old Town up on the hill. Families will find nearby attractions like a sea life centre, butterfly park and cable car, while culture lovers can hop on a train or join an excursion into Malaga for museums, tapas and historic sights.

• Country: Spain
• Region: Costa Del Sol
• Resort: Benalmadena
• Flight time from UK: around 3 hours
• Time difference: GMT +1 hour
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Language: Spanish

Local costs (approximate): a local beer from around £2.50; a three-course meal for two from about £42.10, depending on venue and season.

Hotel details such as facilities, entertainment schedules and board inclusions are based on the previous season and may be subject to change. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Hotel Las Arenas Affiliated by Melia from the beach?
Hotel Las Arenas Affiliated by Melia is approximately 50 metres from the beach in Benalmadena. You simply cross the seafront road and promenade to reach the sand, making it ideal for quick dips or long seaside walks.

2. What board options can I book at Hotel Las Arenas Affiliated by Melia?
You can choose from Room Only, Bed and Breakfast, Half Board or Full Board. Meals are typically buffet-style in the main restaurant, with show cooking at breakfast and dinner. Full Board usually includes breakfast, lunch and dinner in the buffet restaurant, with drinks payable separately unless otherwise stated on your booking.

3. Is Hotel Las Arenas Affiliated by Melia suitable for families?
Yes, children are welcome and highchairs are available in the restaurant. However, the hotel’s atmosphere, rooftop terrace and evening entertainment make it particularly appealing to couples and adults who prefer a more relaxed, design-led beachfront base.

4. Does Hotel Las Arenas Affiliated by Melia have a rooftop bar?
Yes. The property features a rooftop terrace with sky bars on two levels, serving cocktails and drinks with superb Mediterranean views. It’s one of the standout features of the hotel and a favourite spot for sunset.

5. Is Wi-Fi available at Hotel Las Arenas Affiliated by Melia?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, including rooms and public areas, so you can stay connected, stream or work remotely if needed.

6. How long is the transfer from Malaga Airport to Hotel Las Arenas Affiliated by Melia?
The approximate coach transfer time from Malaga Airport (AGP) to the hotel is about 45 minutes, depending on traffic and how many stops are made en route. Private transfers may be slightly faster.

7. What is included in the rooms at Hotel Las Arenas Affiliated by Melia?
All rooms feature a balcony, flat screen TV, Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, safety deposit box, kettle, minibar (chargeable), hairdryer and a bathroom with either bath or shower. Superior and Premium categories add extras such as coffee-making facilities, bathrobes, side sea or full sea views, and in Premium Sea View rooms, a complimentary welcome minibar set-up on arrival.

8. Is Hotel Las Arenas Affiliated by Melia a sustainable hotel?
Yes. Hotel Las Arenas Affiliated by Melia is classed as a Certified Sustainable Hotel. This means it has met a GSTC-recognised standard at the time of assessment, and sustainability practices are reviewed regularly to help reduce environmental impact and support more responsible travel.