IPV Palace & Spa Hotel

We booked a little short getaway only a few days before and it was MAGICAL ! Such an easy short transfer of only 25 mins from the airport to hotel. A FANTASTIC location -right on the beach and a 40 min slow walk to the harbour of Fuengirola. The sun shone -it was hot but lots of shaded places to rest on the prom. The area was so clean and scenery beautiful. The hotel itself had so much character -lovely decor . The pool area was immaculate. We were able to get sun-beds with a table and parasol right next to the pool every day and there were no sun-bed wars ! The pool was clean and a great temperature to swim in . Inflatables and ball games not permitted, but although i love a lilo i think it was a good thing as there was space in the pool to swim and “ bob” without fear of getting clonked on the head . There was gentle entertainment - aqua-gym -quiz . Only music at certain times … this made a very chilled experience. We received a warm welcome on our arrival . A efficient check in and a lovely man helped us with our luggage to our room . He took time to show us how the air-con and safe worked. Our room was adequate . Lovely air con and it was clean . The beds were comfy but had a gap in between which i was worried about falling through! We really appreciated our sea view and the fridge. There was no kettle so if you like a early morn cuppa its an idea to bring a little travel one . There was a hairdryer to use. We booked bed and breakfast and oh my what a selection ! Full english buffet -fruit cheeses /pastries … yummy ! Condiments of mustard mayo brown and red sauce available The chef who cooked eggs the way you liked always did it with a smile . Never stressed and always profession. He was AMAZING ! One night we enjoyed dining in the hotel buffet style . It was a very chilled experience -sitting outside and the quality of food good . We ate out for 2 mights at the La Casa Rustica in the town . UNBELIEVABLE hospitality and the food was divine ! We also had the most lovely tasty paella lunch at nearby in the Restarante Botabavara . We would definitely recommend a visit to these lovely establishments ! On our first eve we were lucky enough to get a space on the Bombay Sapphire sunset cruise -just WOW . The sunset was spectacular . We were really looked after with drinks . The crew were wonderful and we could even choose the music which created a lovely ambiance. What made our break away was the hospitality we were shown . The hotel team always were so helpful . A smile goes a long way -and that they did ! Thank you HPV Palace team -we will return !