Aparthotel

Sahara Sunset

Property class: 3.5
Beach aparthotel with spa, near Carihuela Beach

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Sahara Sunset is a great choice for your beach stay in Benalmádena, putting you near activities such as scuba-diving and snorkelling. The outdoor pool and indoor pool provide fun for everyone, and guests can also take advantage of a fitness centre and 1 hot tub. Casbah serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A sauna and a steam room are offered, and apartments have conveniences such as fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Spa

Main amenities (12)

  • 150 smoke-free apartments
  • Restaurants
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on-site
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 69 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio (Apartment)

  • 61 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 88 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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  • Sleeps 10

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  • Sleeps 10

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  • Sleeps 10

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About the area

Map
Avenida Rocio Jurado, Benalmadena Costa, Benalmádena, 29630

What's nearby

  • Bil-Bil Castle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Paloma Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Malaga Province Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playa de Santa Ana - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Selwo Marina - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Málaga (AGP) - 31 min drive
  • El Pinillo Station - 6 min drive
  • Torremolinos Station - 14 min drive
  • Fuengirola Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Meeting Point - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Auditorium Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Sirena - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Malagueño - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Sahara Sunset

  • Sahara Sunset is a great choice for your beach stay in Benalmádena, putting you near activities such as scuba-diving and snorkelling. The outdoor pool and indoor pool provide fun for everyone, and guests can also take advantage of a fitness centre and 1 hot tub. Casbah serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A sauna and a steam room are offered, and apartments have conveniences such as fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Property size

    • 150 apartments

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • On-site parking includes off-street options

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • A hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking includes off-street options
  • On-site car hire

Family friendly

  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Children's pool
  • Playground

Restaurants on site

  • Casbah

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • 1 restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Pillow-top mattress

Bathrooms

  • Towels provided
  • Free toiletries

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital service
  • TV in a common area

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Safe
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Corner/local shop
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 150 rooms
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the aparthotel's full-service spa. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Casbah – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Ecostars. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: EUR 100 per stay

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 19 2026 to November 15 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools
The property will be renovating from 12 January 2026 to 1 January 2028 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Selected guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
This property uses some solar energy.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
The maximum number of rollaway beds/cribs in a room is 1.
This property's facilities fee is required for use of the indoor pool.
Property Registration Number A/MA/01166

Also known as

Sahara Sunset
Sahara Sunset Club
Sahara Sunset Club Aparthotel
Sahara Sunset Club Benalmadena
Sunset Sahara
Sunset Sahara Club
Sahara Sunset Club Benalmadena, Costa Del Sol, Spain
Sahara Sunset Club Hotel Benalmadena
Sahara Sunset Club Diamond Resorts Aparthotel Benalmadena
Sahara Sunset Club Diamond Resorts Aparthotel
Sahara Sunset Club Diamond Resorts Benalmadena
Sahara Sunset Club Diamond Resorts
Sahara Sunset Club By Diamond Resorts Benalmadena

Frequently asked questions

Does Sahara Sunset offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sahara Sunset does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Sahara Sunset?

Yes, there's an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a children's pool. One of the swimming pools will be unavailable from October 19 2026 to November 15 2026 (dates subject to change).

Are pets allowed at Sahara Sunset?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Sahara Sunset?

Yes. On-site parking includes off-street options.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sahara Sunset?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Sahara Sunset and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as fishing, horse riding and scuba-diving. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Sahara Sunset also has an outdoor pool and a sauna, as well as a steam room and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Sahara Sunset?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Casbah.

What's the area around Sahara Sunset like?

Sahara Sunset is a short 3-minute walk from Malaga Province Beaches and 3 minutes' walk from Paloma Park.

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Reviews

Sahara Sunset Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool area was well-maintained, spacious, and had plenty of beds and lifeguards. (23 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant offered good food and convenient dining options. (16 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a very welcoming and friendly staff. Food was excellent. And very clean throughout the complex and apartment.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was courteous, the room was clean, and we felt welcomed
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and helpful staff, spacious apartements and a good location close to the beach, restaurants and bars.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, really friendly staff and excellent service with good facilities for adults and children 2 minutes away from shops beaches and resturaunts
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8/10 Very good

Still a brilliant complex. The staff are all outstanding and extremely helpful. The units are clean and tidy and well maintained. Some of the communal areas are indeed of a little TLC. We love the location and how quite it is
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8/10 Very good

Willingness to assist and inform of resort amenities and local knowledge.
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a great hotel, perfectly located for everything Benalmádena has to offer.
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10/10 Exceptional

No complaints at all. Amazing resort and staff.
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8/10 Very good

Room was nice. Clean and tidy and well equipped
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice spacious apartment, checked in early, sunbeds always available, efficient friendly staff, thank you
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10/10 Exceptional

Quality Accommodation in Great Location

Great location, excellent facilities and very clean. Staff are so friendly and helpful, stayed twice before and will definitely be back.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fab stay, huge appartment, everything you could want for self catering was in the apartment. Lovely pool area comfy sunbeds. Friendly staff All round fab stay
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10/10 Exceptional

Fab and Diego in the restaurant on site is just the best!
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location, easy access to beach and to restaurants and bars. Nice and quiet pool area, could always get a sun lounger. Would definitely stay again.
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6/10 Good

Good location, nice park and beach very close. We enjoyed doing groceries and cooking as the room had everything needed to cook. Unfortunately there is almost no sound proofing so we didn’t sleep well the last 3 nights as the neighbour watched TV until late at night.
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10/10 Exceptional

One of the best properties to stay at in Benalmadena. The entire staff is fantastic!
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, extremely clean apartment, well stocked kitchen, nice bedding and towels. Easy short walk to the beach, we had a wonderful stay and would be very happy to come here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fab just fab

Amazing stay, friendly staff and excellent location. We have stayed many times before and will certainly stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was close to the beach and it also had a good pool and spa the nights where quiet and relaxing having a supermarket was also a good idea and the ping pong table was also fun for everybody. The staff and the reception where nice to and finally the help for the luggage was really useful
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10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay, staff were really friendly and helpful, very clean, nice pool area. Short walk to the beach, 20 min walk to the marina area with fantastic restaurants
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Second stay here. Had a great time. Clean property with great apartments
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful hotel

Lovely place a lot of steps and not first beach line but good location
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly helpful staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, I especially appreciated having a 2 bedroom option available. The staff was also very helpful and communiative.
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10/10 Exceptional

As always, a fantastic stay here. The staff are welcoming and the rooms well appointed. The surrounding area is full of things to do.