Frequently Asked Questions

Málaga Airport is a 20 minute drive away. There are taxis available which would cost on average €35 one way. This can be organised by the property. To organise airport transfers or for information on car hire, please contact the reception on +34 952 440 258.

Check-in is from 4:00 pm. Early check-in may be possible, subject to availability. Charges apply. Please contact the resort reception on arrival.

Check-out is prior to 10:00 am. Late check-out may be available until 12 noon at a rate of €10 per hour, subject to availability. Please contact the resort reception during your stay.

If you intend to arrive later than midnight on your arrival date please notify the resort as soon as possible otherwise your reservation will be deemed as a ‘No show’ and may be cancelled. To speed up check-in, please let us know your flight details (if applicable) prior to arrival.

For Saver Rate reservations a debit or credit card is required. Full payment for this reservation will be charged within 72 hours of booking. No modification or cancellation is permitted on this rate plan. Payment will be taken in the local currency of the resort, please be aware that your bank may charge you a transaction fee. If you fail to check-in, full payment of this reservation will be retained. An additional charge is applicable for the use of certain resort facilities including, but not limited to the onsite leisure facilities. Full details are available on the facilities page.

For Leisure Rate reservations a debit or credit card is required. Full payment for this reservation will be charged within 72 hours of booking. No modification or cancellation is permitted on this rate plan. Payment will be taken in the local currency of the resort, please be aware that your bank may charge you a transaction fee. If you fail to check-in, full payment of this reservation will be retained. Includes use of the gym and indoor pool facilities at the resort. An additional charge is applicable for the use of other resort facilities. Full details are available on the facilities page.

For Flexi Rate reservations a debit or credit card is required. Full payment for this reservation will be charged upon arrival at the resort. Cancellation or modification is permitted up until 7 days prior to arrival. Payment will be taken in the local currency of the resort, please be aware that your bank may charge you a transaction fee. If you fail to check-in, full payment for this reservation will be charged to the card provided when booking. An additional charge is applicable for the use of certain resort facilities including, but not limited to the onsite leisure facilities. Full details are available on the facilities page.

All bookings of 5 rooms or more are subject to Diamond's group booking conditions. Full payment for Flexi Rate group bookings must be made 30 days prior to the arrival date and the credit/debit card taken at the time of booking will be charged accordingly. No cancellations or refunds are permitted once payment has been made.

Upon check-in all guests occupying the accommodation including children must present a valid form of identification along with confirmation of your reservation.

Special requests for specific apartment locations and views cannot be guaranteed. The resort will try to accommodate your requests; however, they depend upon availability at the time of your apartment assignment at check-in.

All apartments are self-catering and meals are not included. Other extras including use of leisure facilities are not included in the room price unless booked on a Leisure Rate, however they may be available to purchase at the resort. A limited housekeeping service is provided, apartments are not cleaned daily during your stay - a cleaning schedule will be provided upon check in.

Free WiFi is available in the accommodation and is included in every stay. The maximum number of WiFi devices varies depending on the size of the accommodation unit and number of bedrooms. Please see apartment amenities for details.

For Saver Rate and Leisure Rate reservations no modification or cancellation is permitted. If you fail to check-in, full payment of this reservation will be retained.

For Flexi Rate reservations cancellation or modification is permitted up until 7 days prior to arrival. If you fail to check-in, full payment for this reservation will be charged to the card provided when booking. Click Modify/Cancel Reservation on the website homepage or call +44 (0)800 358 6991.

The resort is centrally located on a small slope that leads to the sea. The seafront is approximately 100 meters from the resort with a pathway that goes all the way down to the promenade and beach. Some pavements around the resort are uneven in both texture and layout. Due to lamp-posts on pavements, the area that surrounds the resort is not suitable for either wheelchairs or mobility scooters. There are ramps around the resort.

Within the resort the reception is street level and easily accessed by a ramp, The bar/restaurant/enterrainment is accessible by a lift which is situated in the reception. The gym and spa is directly accessed from the reception, the shower and toliet facilities are also accessible. The main swimming pool has a pool hoist, along with handrails on the steps, and the top swimming pool is accssible by ramp. The indoor swimming pool has a pool hoist, and steps with grab rails, door entry is manual. Mini-gol, boules, and sqaush aren't accessible by wheelchair due to varyiong inclines and steps. There are three designated accessible parking spaces.

If you have any accessibility requirements or needs that you wish to discuss, please call +44 (0)845 359 0009 prior to making a reservation. Adapted units are assigned on a first come, first serve basis and are subject to availability.

Children under 18 are not permitted to stay in the accommodation unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. All under 18’s are included in the occupancy level for your apartment save for infants under the age of 2 years old.

Sahara Sunset is a convenient 20 minute walk from Benalmádena-Arroyo de la Miel Train Station which links Benalmádena with a number of coastal municipalities, including the cultural city of Málaga, and luxurious Marbella.

Strollers, cribs, high chairs and more can be requested, click here for details (Subject to availability).

The resorts require a valid credit card to charge a refundable security deposit of €100 per apartment upon check in. Your deposit will be refunded at the end of your stay upon inspection of your apartment(s). Please note the funds will only appear in your account once processed by your financial institution, which may take up to 10 days.

There is a MiniMarket which can be found adjacent to the reception.

Casbah restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Click here for more dining information, including half board options.

Along with a wide range of bars and restaurants, Sahara Sunset is just a 2 minute walk from the beach. It is also just half an hours drive away from Málaga City. Málaga City is a vibrant day out with an eclectic mix of eateries, museums, and beaches. Sahara Sunset is also a 35 minute drive away from Marbella for a day of luxurious sandy beaches, boutiques, and bars. Click here for more information on things to do during your stay with us.

Espeto is a dish which is quintessentially Málaga. It is simple street food where sardines are skewered and grilled over an open wood fire, although sardines are the traditional fish to use, other types of fish such as squid, sea bream, and sea bass can also be cooked like this. The perfect accompaniment to an ice cold sangria in the sun!

Another taste of the Mediterranean which can be found locally, in and around Málaga, is pescaito frito which translates to “fried fish.”  It is made my coating fish (usually anchovies, cod, sole, amberjack, or picarel) in flour, deep frying it in olive oil, and sprinkling with salt.

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