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Hotel San Fermín by Dorobe
Spain, Europe
Benalmadena
Hotel San Fermín by Dorobe (formerly known as THB San Fermín) enjoys a convenient setting in the heart of Benalmádena, just a short walk from the beach and the lively promenade. Restaurants, shops and bars are all close by, and popular attractions such as Benalmádena Marina and Paloma Park are easily reached on foot. Malaga Airport is approximately 20 minutes away by car, making travel simple and stress-free.
The hotel offers a relaxed environment with spacious gardens surrounding the property and a large outdoor pool area with sun loungers and parasols, plus a separate children’s pool. Guests can enjoy the on-site fitness gym, sports courts and organised daytime activities, while evening entertainment provides a sociable atmosphere. Dining is centred around the buffet restaurant serving a variety of dishes for breakfast and dinner, and a pool bar is available for drinks and snacks. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
Accommodation at the Hotel San Fermín by Dorobe:
Accommodation at Hotel San Fermín by Dorobe is bright, comfortable and designed for a restful stay. Standard rooms include air-conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, satellite TV, a safe, mini-fridge, and a private bathroom with hairdryer. Each room features a balcony or terrace, with pool or town views available. Superior rooms offer additional space and modern touches for extra comfort.
Facilities
- Entertainment programme
- Bar
- Outdoor Swimming Pool
- Kids Pool
- 24-hour reception
- Wi-fi
- Air conditioning in public areas
- Hotel safe
- Garden
- Terrace
- Some facilities may incur an additional fee
The Local Area
Tripadvisor Reviews
4.0 Very Good451 reviews
Excellent
53%
Very Good
28%
Average
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
4%
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Value
Highly recommend
Another great stay at this hotel. I have been coming for several years as a solo traveller and have always been made to feel safe and welcome. Cruz in the restaurant has remembered me and made me feel comfortable and treated me like a friend. Ali on reception went above and beyond when I foolishly left my new sunglasses in the cab from the airport and they were returned the same,day. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the staff are amazing.
Review by Obismum100 Orpington, United Kingdom
3 stars
My partner and I stayed here for 5 days for a quick break to catch some autumn sun, and we had beautiful weather of around 26 - 29°C every day. We usually stay at Benalmadena Palace but chose San Fermin this time because of its location.
Positives:
The hotel is around a 5 minute walk from Bonanza Square and the beachfront, which was really convenient. You can easily reach the marina and tons of bars and restaurants. It is up quite a steep hill though, so something to bear in mind if mobility is an issue.
The clientele during our stay was mostly British and Irish couples. There were no rowdy groups or kids running riot, which made for a really chilled atmosphere.
The pool itself is very nice and there’s loads of noodles scattered about.
Our bathroom was lovely and the shower was really powerful.
Our room was incredibly quiet in the evenings, to the point where you could hear a pin drop.
Negatives:
The service at the pool bar was painfully slow.
Staff weren’t particularly friendly.
The sunbeds were probably the most uncomfortable loungers I have ever laid on! There was a horrible metal bar running right across them, so I ended up having to cushion my lower back with T-shirts and our beach bag!
The loungers being situated on grass wasn't my favourite either.
Our room was okay but pretty small, and the balcony was tiny. There also wasn’t a clothes rack or line to properly hang towels and swimwear out to dry.
The bed was horribly uncomfortable, genuinely like lying on a park bench lol. I was woken up at 6am every morning on the dot by staff directly below us, either housekeeping or people setting up breakfast.
We would stay here again if we found a good deal. The location is great, the atmosphere was relaxed and the pool is lovely, but I wouldn't say the hotel was anything special. It’s a basic 3 star. It's perfectly fine if you're mainly looking for a good location and a chilled pool, but don't expect amazing service or comfort.
Review by Daisy W Essex, United Kingdom
Beautiful outdoor space
Lovely place rooms are bright outdoor area was fabulous like a huge garden with plenty of sunbeds. Food in the lunch bar by the pool was amazing and fairly priced. Staff were very friendly and helpful. I had left behind a teddy behind me and they were so helpful on getting it shipped back to me. Went above and beyond truly grateful and appreciative towards the staff. Only fault is the massive hill the hotels situated on but not a deal breaker as everything important made up for it
Review by Mary H Ireland
September trip
Stayed for three nights bed and breakfast.Hotel was extremely reasonably priced so we were really pleasantly surprised by how good our stay was.Staff all really friendly,bars incredibly cheap,all areas spotlessly clean,room and pool area nice.Its not a five star hotel but for a base to explore the area it was really good.
Review by Roving23931337466 Hornchurch, United Kingdom
Superb hotel - very highly recommended.
The San Fermin Hotel is about a 5 minute walk from the beach and about 20 minute walk from the marina. The bus stop is about 5 minutes away too… you can jump on a bus to Malaga or Mijas or anywhere down the coast for 1 euro 75!! When we landed at the airport, we actually got the train to the resort. It took about half a hour and cost 3 euros! The hotel is then about a 29 minute walk from the station. This hotel is gorgeous. It’s clean, well kept, has amazing staff and serves fantastic food. Our room was lovely and spacious. We had a balcony and a fridge, which had a bottle of water in when we arrived. Tea and coffee in the room isn’t replenished so you might want to take your own. We stayed bed and breakfast and the breakfast was superb. There was a chef doing fresh pancakes and omelettes and eggs, and all your usual hot buffet items. They also had a massive selection of cakes, pastries, breads and fresh fruit, along with meats, preserves and cheeses, and cereal. There was something for everyone and it was served until 10.30. The pool is very big and there are lots of sun loungers. We never had to fight for a sunbed and could pretty much choose where we wanted to sit as the pool area was massive. The staff couldn’t have been more accommodating. There is a luggage room where you can store your cases if you arrive before check in time or are leaving later in the day. The bar staff were mega efficient and there is a little snack bar round the pool serving fantastic burgers and sides. The hotel is very spacious and it never felt crowded or overrun. I would absolutely stay here again. It’s a real gem and highly recommended.
Review by Suzanne D Wigan, United Kingdom
