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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 Good411 reviews
Excellent
53%
Very Good
29%
Average
12%
Poor
2%
Terrible
4%
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Value
Don’t recommend sorry.
We booked this hotel as a last-minute getaway, but unfortunately I wish we hadn’t.
The food was disappointing. The selection was very basic and quite limited, and it was clear that much of it had been put out well before dinner service. For example, we left our sun loungers at around 5:30pm to get showered before dinner at 7:00pm, yet all of the salads and fruit were already sitting out.
The hotel’s location is also worth considering. I was aware from previous reviews that it is situated at the top of a very steep hill, but for anyone with mobility issues or health concerns, I really wouldn’t recommend it as the walk back could be quite challenging.
The rooms are clean enough and the beds are comfortable, but they are very basic. The walls thin, to the point you can make out full conversations it’s bad. I was also surprised that there wasn’t an iron available to borrow or even an ironing room for guests.
We had an issue with our bathroom door, which wouldn’t close properly. I reported it, and although someone came to repair it while we were out, they had planed the door and left sawdust all over the bathroom floor without cleaning up afterwards.
The pool area is pleasant enough, but it didn’t always feel particularly clean. There were also exposed light fittings inside the pool, which didn’t inspire confidence. In the mornings, the pool often opened later than expected because it took a long time for one member of staff to remove the unnecessary mesh fencing round all pools.
Overall, while there were a few positives, such as the comfortable beds, the negatives outweighed them for us. Sadly, I wouldn’t recommend this hotel, and I wouldn’t choose to stay here again.
Relaxing stay
Just returned from 5 day break at san Fermin
Had nice welcome from friendly reception staff, room was on the small side but adequate for our stay!
Room was cleaned fabulous every day with fresh towels
We stayed on a B&B basis where breakfast was plentiful and delicious, fresh fruit, yogurts, cereal, bread, rolls etc fresh omelette station eggs, sasuage, beans etc
Area was perfect for us as amenities on doorstep, beach 5 mins walk down hill.
Pool area was very chilled no entertainment or music.
Everything was almost perfect however
Bar area was great but had to queue 20 mins for drinks this wasn’t due to lazy staff as they worked very hard it was lack of staff!
Also sun loungers there were quite a few broken and if you came out after 10.30 there were none available.
Positives and negatives
Overall a good hotel, reception area clean, rooms basic but ok however the floor was dirty in the room and bathroom which let it down, few scuffs on the wall which could have been quickly rectified with a splash of paint. Pool area ok but the beds do get taken and the yellow sun loungers could do with a clean as the cup holder was dirty. I went in the pool once in the morning but it was dirty so I didn’t go in again in the separate area to the main pool. Ok for a short break and friendly staff but I don’t think i would return
Fantastic holiday!
My partner and I have just returned from a weeks stay at the San Fermin - we cannot fault this hotel at all. It is definitely worth more than 3 stars!!! The reception staff were so friendly, the hotel grounds were beautifully maintained and the food was fantastic with so much choice. Our room was compact, but had everything you would need. The shower was the BEST shower I’ve ever had in a hotel room. We will defo be returning. Thanks for a brilliant stay!
Yes the hotel is situated on a hill, but this wasn’t a problem for us. We found the location a perfect distance from the beach and marina.
Review by DanR1122x London, United Kingdom
Nice hotel within walking distance of everything
Nice hotel in walking distance to beach, shops, town. The reception staff were helpful when I had queries, and the housekeeping staff always had a pleasant greeting when you saw them. Rooms are a good size, comfy beds, enough storage space, lovely big modern bathroom. There was a fridge, kettle, mugs, glasses etc in the room which was great as I was room only - I had enough space to put things in the fridge for breakfast. There is a large supermarket Mas about a 5-10 minute walk up the hill which had everything I needed, and if you're looking for nice places to eat on a night then Bonanza square, near the supermarket, was great. I felt quite comfortable eating at the numerous restaurants there on my own at night. The grounds are lovely, grassy area with plenty of sunbeds and palm trees, and the main pool was a very good size. I went to swim around 5 each night when it was a bit quieter after I'd been out all day. It is quite deep (shallow end was 1.37m to 2.10m at deep end) but I liked that. The balcony was the only slight let-down - it's a good size, plenty of room for table and a couple of chairs, with a view out over the grounds /pool/sea if I looed to the side, but my balcony was directly facing one for the room across from me. Luckily the people in the other room didn't use theirs much, or it would have felt a bit uncomfortable sitting out there. The balcony lights also have no controls - they come on at a set time and go off at 11pm. Whether you want them to or not, and there is no switch to turn them back on. After that, if you want to remain sitting outside, you sit in the dark with only whatever light comes through the balcony doors from inside your room. All in all I enjoyed my stay here.
Review by mrE4308JC Yorkshire, United Kingdom
