Hotel Florida

in Fuengirola , Costa Del Sol T rating: 4 plus

 
  • Close to the beach
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free Wi-Fi in lobby

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Set just metres from the beach, Hotel Florida has a setting that’s hard to beat.
It’s the location that scores top marks here. You’ll find it right in the heart of Fuengirola, overlooking the harbour. The beach is a short hop from the doorstep. And there are several golf courses in the area, too. The city of Malaga is about a 30-minute drive away, or you can catch the train from the centre of town.

Setting aside, the pool area is impressive, too. The rectangular swimming pool is quite small but more than adequate for the number of guests, and - as it’s sheltered by the hotel buildings - the terrace is a real sun trap. There’s a poolside bar on hand, too, where snacks are served right through the day.

As for the property itself, it’s simply-styled, glass-trimmed and 12 floors high. Willy Wonka-style glass elevators offer up amazing views. And the lobby and restaurants are spotlit spaces dressed with marble floors and potted plants. The bedrooms, meanwhile, are modern with pale green walls, chunky wood furniture and floral linens. In-room extras include satellite TVs and small fridges, not to mention a slate and marble bathroom.

Last but not least, is the spa – which is said to be one of the best in Andalucia. Try the hydrotherapy pool where massages come courtesy of fountains, jets and waterfalls. Or the signature treatments such as the chocolate body wrap are well worth paying a little extra for.

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Hotel features

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  • Top Properties - Platinum hotels have a tour operator rating of either 4 or 5, and have to score ‘good’ or ‘excellent’ with 90% or more of customers.
  • Day-before Check-in - Jump the queue with UK day-before check-in where available.
  • You'll only be entitled to all the benefits listed above if you book one of our package holidays. You'll see exactly what's included on the Options page before you book your holiday. Please see our A-Z Guide for further information.

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Meals

  • Non-smoking buffet restaurant for breakfast and dinner
  • A la carte menu available
  • Weekly themed nights
  • Snack bar
  • Café
  • Christmas and New Year gala dinners - jacket and tie to be worn
  • Gentlemen are required to wear long trousers for dinner in the restaurant

Swimming pool

  • Swimming pool - heated Nov-Apr
  • Pool towels
  • Sunbeds
  • Pool snack bar
  • Heated indoor spa pool for over 16's

Entertainment

  • Daily hotel-run entertainment programme including professional shows in the auditorium
  • 2 lounge areas
  • Videos/DVDs in Bar Canaveral
  • 4 bars

Activities

  • Spa and Wellness centre with massage and beauty treatments
  • Sauna and steam room, payable locally
  • Billiards
  • Cycling
  • Diving

Facilities

  • Free Wi-Fi

Extra Charges

Some facilities may incur extra local charges, please see the A-Z Guide

Other Information

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Only from Thomson

In the UK, this holiday is only available from the Thomson Group.

24/7 Service in Resort

This is our 24-hour phone service. You can use it to book days out, find out the local bus times and let us know about any problems that crop up. Prefer to speak to someone face to face? You can call us to arrange a personal visit too.

Our rating

4 plus

Official Rating

4 Star

No. of floors

12

No. of lifts

3 panoramic lifts with views over Fuengirola from the 2nd floor and above.

No. of rooms

184

Room facilities

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Room facilities

All rooms have air-conditioning, satellite TV, phone, hairdryer in bathroom, mini-fridge, tea/coffee facilities, daily maid service with towel change - linen changed twice a week. Standard rooms have 2 beds. Larger rooms with a 3rd bed, Sea-view rooms, Lateral sea-view rooms and Single rooms are also available.

Location

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  • 50m to the beach
  • The nearest shops, bars and restaurants are adjacent to the hotel
  • Train available to Malaga

Transfers

35 minutes

Your guide to Fuengirola, Costa Del Sol

“Half way between Torremolinos and Marbella, both in location and atmosphere, Fuengirola is filled with fun.”

Fuengirola’s main attraction is its five miles of Blue Flag beaches, stretching either side of the busy marina. Edged by spacious promenade and lined with palm trees and flower beds, it’s the perfect spot for some serious sun time. And then there’s the restaurants. Serving everything from traditional Spanish to English, you’re bound to find something that tickles your tastebuds.

Generally Fuengirola caters for those who want to soak up the sun and play watersports, rather than immersing themselves in heaps of local history and culture. But there are a few sights to see with the Moorish Castillo de Sohail featuring high on the hit list. And for a family outing there’s the Fuengirola zoo where, amongst other things, you can watch crocodiles basking on the simulated shores of the Nile and Sumatra tigers bathing beside a recreated Angkor temple.

Shopping-wise, Fuengirola will keep most bargain hunters busy. And on Tuesdays you can browse the bustling street market on the Avenida Jesus Santos Rien - the biggest you’ll find anywhere in this part of Spain. If you do crave a little more Andalucian atmosphere, Los Boliches, Fuengirola’s neighbour, still retains some of its fishing village characteristics.

Alternatively, head inland to the classic ‘pueblo blanco’ of Mijas, hire a donkey taxi and take a tour of the narrow, cobbled streets. Fuengirola’s nightlife is low key compared to Torremolinos, although there are plenty of lively bars. And if you fancy a flutter, there’s always the late night horse racing at the Hipodromo del Costa Del Sol near Mijas, which takes place every Saturday throughout the summer. If you’re the betting sort, Fuengirola’s a winner every time.

More on Fuengirola, Costa Del Sol

More on Fuengirola, Costa Del Sol

Fuengirola’s main attraction is its five miles of Blue Flag beaches, stretching either side of the busy marina. Edged by spacious promenade and lined with palm trees and flower beds, it’s the perfect spot for some serious sun time. And then there’s the restaurants. Serving everything from traditional Spanish to English, you’re bound to find something that tickles your tastebuds.

Generally Fuengirola caters for those who want to soak up the sun and play watersports, rather than immersing themselves in heaps of local history and culture. But there are a few sights to see with the Moorish Castillo de Sohail featuring high on the hit list. And for a family outing there’s the Fuengirola zoo where, amongst other things, you can watch crocodiles basking on the simulated shores of the Nile and Sumatra tigers bathing beside a recreated Angkor temple.

Shopping-wise, Fuengirola will keep most bargain hunters busy. And on Tuesdays you can browse the bustling street market on the Avenida Jesus Santos Rien - the biggest you’ll find anywhere in this part of Spain. If you do crave a little more Andalucian atmosphere, Los Boliches, Fuengirola’s neighbour, still retains some of its fishing village characteristics.

Alternatively, head inland to the classic ‘pueblo blanco’ of Mijas, hire a donkey taxi and take a tour of the narrow, cobbled streets. Fuengirola’s nightlife is low key compared to Torremolinos, although there are plenty of lively bars. And if you fancy a flutter, there’s always the late night horse racing at the Hipodromo del Costa Del Sol near Mijas, which takes place every Saturday throughout the summer. If you’re the betting sort, Fuengirola’s a winner every time.

Reviews

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Hotel Florida reviews - what customers thought

Thomson Web Reviews

Overall score: 4/5

Based on 20 reviews

What to expect

  • Room comfort Room comfort: 4/5
  • Location Location: 5/5
  • Food Food: 4/5
  • Cleanliness Cleanliness: 4/5

Latest Thomson Reviews

 

Written on 01/01/2011, Anonymous said...

We have stayed at the Hotel Florida on three separate occasions, most recently for a week at the beginning of January 2011. This hotel is superb. We are vegetarians and the choice and quality of food on offer is unparalleled at any hotel we have stayed... more on this review

Giving it an overall rating out of 5: Overall score: 5/5

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Set just metres from the beach, Hotel Florida has a setting that’s hard to beat.

It’s the location that scores top marks here. You’ll find it right in the heart of Fuengirola, overlooking the harbour. The beach is a short hop from the doorstep. And there are several golf courses in the area, too. The city of Malaga is about a 30-minute drive away, or you can catch the train from the centre of town.

Setting aside, the pool area is impressive, too. The rectangular swimming pool is quite small but more than adequate for the number of guests, and - as it’s sheltered by the hotel buildings - the terrace is a real sun trap. There’s a poolside bar on hand, too, where snacks are served right through the day.

As for the property itself, it’s simply-styled, glass-trimmed and 12 floors high. Willy Wonka-style glass elevators offer up amazing views. And the lobby and restaurants are spotlit spaces dressed with marble floors and potted plants. The bedrooms, meanwhile, are modern with pale green walls, chunky wood furniture and floral linens. In-room extras include satellite TVs and small fridges, not to mention a slate and marble bathroom.

Last but not least, is the spa – which is said to be one of the best in Andalucia. Try the hydrotherapy pool where massages come courtesy of fountains, jets and waterfalls. Or the signature treatments such as the chocolate body wrap are well worth paying a little extra for.

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