Guesthouse El Tio Mateo (Marbella, Spain)

The 15-room El Tio Mateo, a cosy and comfortable non-smoking accommodation is just a stone's throw from the beach and the guest rooms have a private terrace offering stellar views of the mountains and gardens. Situated in the heart of old town, the hotel is adjacent to Marbella's fishing port and the busy city centre. The hotel is a great base for exploring the area, and shops, restaurants and lounges are within a five-minute walk from the venue. Parking and Wi-Fi are free.

Guests remark that the hotel is conveniently located close to the beach, town centre and the motorway. The rooms are quite comfortable and the service was outstanding. Guests advise that the hotel is an excellent value for the money and that they will return and recommend the hotel to family and friends.

Friendly and accommodating, the staff is quick to offer useful tourist information, help with luggage and to provide driving directions. Guest have the highest praise for the staff noting that everyone went out of their way to make guest feel welcome and to ensure that they were comfortable and enjoying their stay.

Some guests remarked that the rooms and private bathrooms are rather small, but that the rooms were exceptionally clean and the size of the room was not a problem for a weekend getaway as the beds are firm and provide a sound night's sleep and that the hotel is quiet and relaxing.

Guests have commented that the view from their room was not the best as they had to stand up on their patio in order to have a few of the harbor and the industrial area.

Guests have remarked that the fixtures in the guest bathrooms are quiet old, but they are functional and did not detract from their stay.