Essence Hotel Boutique
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Essence Hotel Boutique is a sound booking for couples who want a four-star base with a heated pool, a short walk from the beach and the train station. If room size matters a lot to you, or you want to pay as little as possible, our Best Value pick in the city scored higher for less.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
Our Luxury pick for Torremolinos is a four-star hotel rated 8.9 out of 10 across 3,050 guest reviews. That is a large sample, so the score is fairly reliable. It suits couples and adults after a quiet street, a heated pool with jacuzzis and a buffet breakfast, within walking distance of the beach.
Who should skip it? Travellers who need generous space. Guests say some rooms are spacious but others have tight sleeping areas and small bathrooms. Families should also note that family rooms are not listed among the facilities here.
Location and getting around
The address is Avenida del Lido, s/n. The data places it in the Benalmádena side of the area, and guests describe a quiet street a short walk from the beach, restaurants and the train station. The location score is 9.4.
Beach appears in the provider facilities, but that does not confirm a beachfront position or an exact walking distance, so check the map. Sea Life Benalmádena is about 3.6 km, roughly 45 minutes on foot. Castillo de Colomares is 8.1 km, about 101 minutes, and the Benalmádena Stupa 8.9 km, about 111 minutes. These are straight-line estimates. All three are far to walk, so use public transport or a taxi.
What guests say
The pool comes up often. It is heated, has jacuzzis and comfortable sun loungers, though guests say the area is compact, so it may feel busy at times. The location is the other strong point: quiet, yet close to the beach, restaurants and the station.
On the downside, room size is uneven. Some rooms feel generous, others have cramped sleeping areas and small bathrooms. Noise levels, room condition and cancellation terms have not been assessed.
Price and how it compares with our other Torremolinos picks
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 (10 to 12 November, 2 adults, one room) was €109.90 a night, around €220 for the two nights. Treat it as a reference, not a live quote, and check today's price for your dates.
The sample median was €92.90. Our Best Value pick, Hotel Tarik, was €92.90 with a score of 9.3, so it cost €17 less per night and scored higher, though it is a three-star. Our Budget pick, Hotel Nogalera, was €55 with 8.1. With Essence you pay for the fourth star, the heated pool and the spa tag. Breakfast is a buffet, but whether it is included in your rate is not confirmed.
Listed facilities include a gym, pool, restaurant, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a garden and a terrace. Opening hours and any fees should be checked for your dates.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 15 eligible properties in Torremolinos. No five-star hotel took the Luxury slot, so the rule allowed a four-star fallback scoring at least 8.5. Essence Hotel Boutique scored 8.9 and was joint third of 15 on guest score, backed by more than 3,000 reviews. That earned it the place.
Before you book
Look at room descriptions and photos closely and choose a larger room category if space matters. Ask about pool hours, especially in November. Confirm whether breakfast is in your rate and what the cancellation terms are. If you plan to drive, ask about parking, since none is listed. For Sea Life or the Stupa, plan transport rather than walking.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is Essence Hotel Boutique close to the beach?
Guests describe the beach as a short walk away. The exact distance is not confirmed, so check the map before you book.
Does Essence Hotel Boutique have a pool?
Yes. Guests mention a heated pool with jacuzzis and comfortable loungers, though the area is compact. Check opening hours for your dates.
Are the rooms at Essence Hotel Boutique big?
It varies. Some rooms are spacious, while others have tight sleeping areas and small bathrooms, according to guests.
How much is Essence Hotel Boutique per night?
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults was €109.90 a night. Check today's price, as rates change.
Can I walk to the Benalmádena Stupa from Essence Hotel Boutique?
Not comfortably. It is about 8.9 km, roughly 111 minutes on foot in a straight line, so take public transport or a taxi.