Molina Lario

I booked the Hotel Molina Lario online with Hotel Bookers. I was staying 1 night on route from Granada with the motorcyclist and the teenagers. We had been renting a villa in Almunecar and fancied a bit of comfort in a central position so any of us could come and go as we pleased and we were not dissappointed.

It was easy to find the hotel on the sat nav. The motorcyclist hovered outside while I popped in to find out about parking and was told 'don't worry. bring your bags in and we'll do it for you' - Great. In reception, there was a lady complaining about parking costs, but really, it's positioned right bang in the middle of the city, it was Aug feria week and the hotel states quite clearly there is a parking fee (as most hotels in city centers these days), and we were happy to let them take care of the car and put it in a secure spot. (Later in Marbella, we had a smash and grab after parking on the street, so it's worth it).

The room wasn't ready as we were early and they took and labelled our luggage until 2pm. Once in, the room was delightful. Clean, modern, huge bed, full of nice toiletries, a free bottle of liquer of some description (fire water?!) and free soft drinks and water for the teenagers. We had booked a delux family room for four. The best thing about the room was the little tradional enclosed balcony which looked over the street, so you were practically in the feria without having to even leave your room.

Room service was fast, efficient and reasonably priced. A request for an iron and ironing board the same. The maid was charming and (our only complaint) brough extra fluffy bathrobes for the teenagers with a smile. As I say, we booked a delux family room for 4, but there were only supplies for 2 people, but all corrected right away. The bathroom was full of towels, hairdyyer and they even supplied an umbrella should you need it . The teenagers loved the hi fi.

Rooftop pool was small but perfectly adequate and there was a fab views of the harbour and cathedral. You could order drinks via telephone and at weekends there is a staffed bar with music events.

We didn't eat breakfast, but had a look and it all looked spotless and fresh. The staff were efficient, unassuming and helpful and I would highly recommend this hotel for a city break. No doubt we will return, the teenagers loved it.

Unique Quality: Location location. Efficient friendly staff. Cleanliness and comfort. Family rooms.

Directions: Right by the cathedral and the daytime feria events.

I would recommend this hotel to anyone who is in town on business as the business facilities are excellent with great service. Top quality conference rooms.

Unique Quality: The main thing I liked about the hotel was the location. Very central and close to the port. I went for the deluxe room which had the all important minibar.

Directions: Malaga city centre, found the below site very useful before we travelled.

I only stayed for one night - the last night of my vacation in Andalucia over Xmas and new years 2006 - 07 - so we opted for a bit of comfort. Found an offer onthe internet - less than 100 euro for a double room - think it was between 80 and 90 uero for one night .

Unique Quality: Being a tall person I was very happy to find a huge and long double bed with different pillows (not just the standard too high and impossible Spanish "sausage" in a very spacious room. The design was simple and modern with lots of white and beige. Huge bathroom as well. Perfect location just down the street from the Cathedral. Friendly staff in the reception

Directions: 50 mtrs from the Cathedral close to the harbour.