Hotel Bali

We had booked Half board but were put in an apartment rather than a room which was a real bonus as we had use of fridge etc. Also they are very spacious with a mezzanine floor, huge wardrobe and plenty of storage space. The maid came every day to clean and change towels.
The location is OK. "Cardiac Hill" was not a problem but probably not great for buggy users or less fit people. Beach in Benalmadena a bit non-descript and scruffy. Marina very nice for window shopping and people watching.
Also went to the Crocodile Park (good value for money) and cable car (not such good value but wonderful views - do take a picnic with you though unless you want to take out a bank loan for the cafe food there!).
We tended to use taxis which the hotel reception will book for you. They are all a fixed price agreed in advance so you won't get ripped off and for a family of 4 works out the same or less than the bus.
We found all the hotel staff very pleasant. The Animacion (entertainments) crew worked extremely hard and lots of people took part in the mini-golf, darts etc. In fact my children enjoyed this more than the Thomson Kid zone activities.
My 5 year old only went to Kid zone once as the children were shouted at and he was too frightened to go back. Quite a few other parents had the same experience and comments from their children - I can only think it was the end of the season and the novelty was wearing off for the staff!
Two pools (non heated) but never any problem getting a sunbed. The food was variable. I found it OK but tended to stick to salads (good salad bar), pasta etc. Bread rolls stale and there was the usual scenario of meat turning up in different disguises on 2 or 3 consecutive nights.
My husband (big meat fan) thought the food was poor and would not return to the hotel for that reason.
The evening entertainment was generally good, really enjoyed the hypnotist show.
All in all had a lovely holiday - it was October half term but only one day of rain and 6 of glorious sunshine.

Excellent Resort. Excellent Hotel. 2 Swimming pools. Smoking room for smokers.
Entertainment for children by pro team of entertainers, evening shows every night. I was most impressed by the hypnotist and could not stop laughing.
Drawback to this lovely Hotel is not where it is located, but how it is located, its uphill of the main drag and the hill is a killer, local bar calls it Cardiac Hill. Located at the bottom of this hill is a bus stop. Most destinations and attractions can be got to from this stop.
Gibraltar is only an hour’s travel away. English beers are also available at most of the bars in Benalmadena. Bar Bonanza is located higher up Cardiac Hill and is a nightclub/bar with live shows every night, Brilliant entertainment.
A must to see is a drag act by a Mr Terry Hall, Hilarious. All in all I would give my holiday in Benalmadena 10/10.

My brother and girlfriend and my boyfriend and I spent 1 week there last year and it was absolutely brilliant!! 4 young adults managed the slope easily, yet most people of average health should find it no problem.
The staff were brilliant, the food good and the rooms lovely and clean!! The area was very nice and clean, the bars along the front were very nice, the only problem we found was choosing one to go in!!
One thing the area lacked was tourist shops, however a short bus ride took us to a little shopping centre which was perfect!
Would have no reservations about going back we all loved it!!

Two week stay and older than most of the residents, but didn't feel it. Food good, rooms clean, fresh towels every day, everyone very polite. Dining room staff very attentive always got a table right away, bar staff very pleasant and not long to wait before being served.
I have never seen entertainment staff so dedicated, with so much energy, and so professional, thinking of new things all the time, they never seemed to go home.
A good part of Spain to go to, lots to see and places to go.
As you walk into the reception at the Bali you feel the holiday atmosphere.
The hill wasn't too bad; it gets rid of the weight you’re putting on eating all that food.
Didn't know before we went that there were two pools, both having guards and first aid.

Another fabulous stay at the Bali Hotel. This is my fourth stay in the last 12 months.
Excellent hotel, staff very friendly, food choice is excellent. Entertainment was very good, the kids were entertained which counts for a lot when you’re on a family holiday.
The rooms are basic but extremely clean. My family and I will definitely be returning for many years to come.

Have never been to Spain and this holiday was booked 5 days before travelling.
The venue was chosen to fit in with time off work. Got a great deal and was pleasantly surprised at the cleanliness of the whole hotel.
The restaurant was run with military precision, the food was varied and I have to say better than a 4* in Cyprus supposedly renowned for its cuisine. All Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Children were well catered for by an enthusiastic team supplied by Thomsons and the Hotel.
We being 60+ found it quite noisy at night in spite of the signs asking people to be considerate of others and it is situated on a rather steep hill.
Benalmadena is a lovely area and we will certainly return.

The Bali Hotel is absolutely fabulous, could not fault it at all. The rooms were clean and cleaned on a daily basis. If you want clean towels daily you just leave them on the floor in bathroom and the maid leaves new fresh ones for you. The bed linen was always clean and the bed linen changed quiet often, sometimes daily sometimes every 2 days.
Rooms are basic, but always clean and at the end of the day you only need somewhere to change and sleep, not like your spending time in your room a whole lot.
Fabulous Air Conditioning in all rooms, if it gets a bit chilly and you want heating on then you can also adjust it to your liking.
The Med Playa Entertainment Team are fabulous, out of this world. You so have to stay and what the shows they put on...just amazing and so funny.
Go see Victor he is the Head of the entertainment team, so lovely couldn’t do enough for you. The team makes a fuss of the kids and try to get them to join in with the activates, as well as the adults. I did part take in a few activities on my 12 night stay. including Men V Women....which the Women won...go us women. Mini Disco for the kids every night of the week from 8:30 till 9:15 sometimes 9:30pm. Dancing, games and much more.
The food is amazing, freshly prepared and something for everyone, all buffet style. The chef comes out and does daily specials and cooks the meat etc on the grill in front of you, smells amazing and tastes even better.
The pool was always clean, there are also lifeguards on duty at all times to make sure your safe. Lovely lads they are too will have a bit chat to you and they joke around with the kids...the Spanish are so lovely with kids.
Definitely booking up again to go to the Bali, it has to be the best holiday I have had since my early teens....well worth taking the kids.
You will have one of your best ever holidays going here. I have been going to Benalmedena for about 12 years now and will always go back to the Hotel Bali.

Had 2 weeks at the Hotel Bali Benalmadena, room was nice, the bathroom needs up dating.
The restaurant is very busy, breakfast is very good plenty to choose from, the evening meals were the same lots to choose from but there was not much choice for the children, we had a teenager and he was not impressed with the choice of food.
My only complaint is the sun beds, you have to set your alarm in the morning to get your beds near the pool!
The entertainment staff were very good, they work long hours. Used the buses for a few trips only 1.20 euros.
Overall would go back to the hotel Bali, the resort of Benalmadena was very nice.

Booked a last minute deal, allocation on arrival. After feeling rather nervous about where my husband and I would end up much to our delight it was the hotel Bali.
Room was basic but cleaned every day, had a great view of the pool and sea.
Food was very nice and hot, always something on the menu we could eat, and restaurant was spotless. Reception staff very polite and helpful.
We would go back and stay there again no problem.
The only thing I would say to people with walking difficulties or heart conditions is that you would have terrible problems walking up from the beautiful beach, the hill is so steep.
Apart from that we had an excellent holiday lying on the beach every day.

Excellent! The hotel was spotless and the rooms cleaned daily.
The staff were very friendly, especially the entertainment staff.
The food was plentiful and delicious. I would definitely return to The Bali.
I only went for a week but will go for longer next time.