Been going to Sol Principe for the last few years and would highly recommend it for cleanliness, friendly staff and good food also is situated close to the beach.
Linda from Ballymena, checked in Tue 10 Oct 2023
Hotel Information
- Beachfront location
- Lagoon-style outdoor pool
- Free Wi-Fi
About Sol Principe
Located in the popular Spanish holiday resort of Torremolinos on the Costa del Sol, the four-star Sol Principe Hotel has direct access to the beach as well as the Playamar promenade with its abundance of al fresco cafés and bars. You’ll also find plenty of amenities on site to keep you entertained, such as the hotel’s large lagoon-style pool complex that comes complete with hydro-massage areas and even some waterbeds, as well as an impressive daily evening geyser eruption. When it comes to refreshments there’s a buffet restaurant which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, alongside a sports bar where you can catch up on all the latest scores, and a Caribbean pool bar.
Activities for children include a kids’ only pool, daily games and a kids’ club, plus there’s fun for all the family in the evenings with entertainment including dance classes and live music.
Who is it Great for?
Families recommend the Sol Principe Hotel for its large pool, daily activity programme and beach access, while couples like the location in Torremolinos as well as the evening entertainment and swimming pool complex.
At a Glance
- 7 km from Malaga Airport
- 2 km from the centre of Torremolinos
- 450 m from the beach
Facilities
Pools and Leisure
- Outdoor lagoon-style pool- with hydro-massage and waterbed areas
- Children’s pool
- Heated indoor pool
- Gym
- Sun terrace
- Massage and beauty treatments (payable locally)
- Fitness classes
- Mini golf
- Children’s playground
- Games room
- Tennis (extra charge)
- Television lounge
Restaurants and Bars
- Buffet restaurant
- Sports bar
- Pool bar
- In & Out bar
Entertainment
- Kids’ club
- Daily activity programme
- Live evening entertainment
- Live sports broadcasts
- Water sports (extra charge)
- Darts (extra charge)
- Table tennis
- Bike rental
Accessibility
- Lift
- Accessible rooms available on request
Other Facilities
- Free Wi-Fi
- 24-hour reception
- ATM
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Laundry service (extra charge)
- Air conditioning
- Car hire
Local Area and Things to Do
El Bajondillo Beach offers golden sand, sun loungers and water sports activities, all of which can be organised by the hotel. For something a little different, you could hire a bike to explore the more hidden aspects of Costa del Sol’s coastline. There’s also a shopping centre if you’re after a little retail therapy and a nearby museum that celebrates a variety of different artists.
The local food and drink scene comprises a range of al fresco eateries and bars, as well as a good selection of nightclubs, which can mainly be found on Calle San Miguel. Outside the centre of Torremolinos are a number of golf courses and amusement parks.
Food and Drink
- Sol Principe’s international buffet is open for all the main three meals of the day, offering a variety of both hot and cold, local and international dishes, as well as themed nights and show cooking in the evenings.
- The hotel’s In & Out Bar is open daily serving sweet and savoury snacks, alcoholic and soft drinks, as well as à la carte meals. Watch out for happy hour each evening.
- The sports bar has multiple televisions showcasing the latest sports events and has an extensive drinks menu.
- Bar Caribe is the hotel’s pool bar and is open daily throughout the summer, providing a refreshing menu of drinks and light bites.
Hotel Features
- Free Wi-Fi
- 799 rooms
- Lift
Overview of Rooms
Economy rooms at the Sol Principe come with twin beds, free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen television, en-suite bathroom with toiletries and a hairdryer, as well as air conditioning, while sol rooms come with a terrace area offering views of the hotel’s gardens. Sol family suites feature pool views as well as a sofa bed and rollaway bed, separated from the main sleeping area by a sliding door. Upgrades to a sea view are available. Xtra sol junior suites look out over the pool complex and come with extra amenities such as a mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, upgraded toiletries, two televisions and a Bluetooth speaker. Sea view xtra rooms are available and safety deposit boxes come at an extra cost.
Information based on previous season and could be subject to change.
Bar and restaurant opening times may vary based on the season.
Facilities
Air Conditioning
Bar
Children's Club
Gym
Parking
Restaurant
Spa Facilities
Swimming Pool
Television
Wi-Fi