Essence Hotel Boutique & Spa by Don Paquito, nestled near Bajondillo Beach and Aqualand Torremolinos, offers an upscale retreat. Savor a moment in the garden or unwind with a drink at the bar while staying connected with in-room WiFi.
Torremolinos (UTL-Torremolinos Train Station) - 14 min walk
Restaurants
The All Blacks Irish Pub - 4 min walk
Restaurant Sol Don Pablo - 5 min walk
Restaurante La Paella - 8 min walk
The Claddagh Irish Bar - 1 min walk
Don Canapé - 1 min walk
About this property
Essence Hotel Boutique
Essence Hotel Boutique puts you just a 5-minute drive from Bajondillo Beach and Aqualand Torremolinos. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this Art Deco hotel include a steam room, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
66 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free offsite parking nearby
Street parking available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Steam room
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator (on request)
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Essence La Gourmet - Onsite gastropub.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 11 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 50.0 per day
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number H/MA/00656
Also known as
Don Paquito
Don Paquito Hotel
Don Paquito Torremolinos
Essence Don Paquito Torremoli
Hotel Don Paquito Torremolinos
Hotel Paquito
Paquito Hotel
Hotel Don Paquito Torremolinos, Costa Del Sol, Spain
Essence Hotel Boutique Don Paquito Torremolinos
Essence Hotel Boutique Hotel
Essence Hotel Boutique Torremolinos
Essence Hotel Boutique Hotel Torremolinos
Essence Hotel Boutique Spa by Don Paquito
Frequently asked questions
Does Essence Hotel Boutique offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Essence Hotel Boutique does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Essence Hotel Boutique?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Essence Hotel Boutique?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Essence Hotel Boutique?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Essence Hotel Boutique?
You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at Essence Hotel Boutique?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Torrequebrada (11-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Essence Hotel Boutique and nearby?
Essence Hotel Boutique has an outdoor pool and a steam room, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Essence Hotel Boutique?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Essence La Gourmet.
What's the area around Essence Hotel Boutique like?
Essence Hotel Boutique is a short 10-minute walk from Bajondillo Beach and 10 minutes' walk from Playamar Beach. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Essence Hotel Boutique Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
The pool area was a highlight, offering a heated pool, comfortable sunbeds, and relaxing atmosphere. (22 reviews)
Breakfast was plentiful, varied, and of high quality, with many choices to suit all tastes. (22 reviews)
The property is within a short walking distance to the beach, offering easy access to the shore. (13 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Sep 26, 2025
Modern hotel in a good location . Good pool and plenty of sunbeds . Breakfast starts too late (8:30) and bar shuts too early (11:15) , staff have no flexibility .
Ian
Ian, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2025
Lovely hotel
Beautiful hotel. Very clean. Pool beds are so comfortable. Breakfast is good and the beds are lovely. Would recommend highly
Joanne
Joanne, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2025
1 week stay
Really nice hotel,staff very friendly and helpful.Excellent location for the beach.Pool area not crowded which was great even when the hotel is fully booked.Breakfast excellent.
Definitely return if ever in Torremolinos
Alan
Alan, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Great stay , staff really helpful and friendly.
Hotel facilities excellent .
Mark
Mark, 6-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 19, 2025
Good hotel location
The hotel was in a great location a five minute walk from the beach. Good breakfast and nice pool beds and pool. Service was good overall. The rooms were nice and clean but they were not very soundproof. You could hear a lot of chairs being pushed and pulled around on balconies and people talking late at night which did not aid with good sleep. This is something that could hopefully improve.
Verified traveler
7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
A wonderful stay overall. The hotel was spotless, with good amenities, delicious food, and welcoming staff. The property was well-maintained and pleasantly quiet, especially considering its location right in the middle of the busy coastline and restaurants — perfect for a relaxing getaway. Good value for the money paid.
Banu
Banu, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 30, 2025
Great stay for R&R
It was a great 3 night stay, the facilities were great, staff friendly and for a couple the hotel had everything we would need or want. Only downer for us was the room location. Directly above the main entrance so heard everyone coming and going very clearly, facing a main road with buses and Lorrie’s going up and down and internally opposite the lift and stairs so heard everyone on our floor coming and going.
We would absolutely visit again but request a different room location if possible.
Mark
Mark, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 5, 2025
Lovely small hotel
Great small hotel, close to bars, beach and town centre. Heated outdoor pool and hot tubs were lovely, always a spare sun bed available and the cocktails were fab !
The roof top bar was closed during our stay but we were not told this on check in.
Emma
Emma, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Break 2025
Close to the beach - 1 min walking, to the center 15 mins walking up. Small hotel, quite pool and hot jacuzzis. Towel service for the pool. good buffet breakfast/dinner. Helpful staff. Sky bar is ok.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2025
wonderful hotel staff. In particular--Sergio, Patricia and Alind were all excellent and went out of their way to make my stay a lovely one
The hotel itself is excellent with room balconies and a heated outdoor pool .
there has been careful detail to the hotel furnishings and overall look
will definitely recommend
boon chai
boon chai, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
Excellent place to stay exceptionally clean
Martyn
Martyn, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 8, 2024
Great property location, friendly staff made for a great holiday!
Tony Lee
Tony Lee, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2024
Very clean hotel, convenient location from airport and Malaga, very good value for prepaid breakfast.
petr
petr, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 17, 2024
Nice hotel
Nice hotel but the rooms are smaller than they were some years ago
Staff very friendly and helpful
Stephen
Stephen, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Good
Vanco
Vanco, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2025
Very kind staff
Nice hotel with a good pool and good service from a very kind and effective staff.
Steffen
Steffen, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2024
Very nice staff, excellent food and alla in all beautiful hotel.
Petri
Petri, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2024
Love the heated pool. great location for good walking. Staff really helpful.
Derek
Derek, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2024
Excellent hotel, will be back next year
callum
callum, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 10, 2024
Little gem
Really nice little hotel great pool lovely staff, will return
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2024
Great location
Friendly helpful staff
Clean
Christian
Christian, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2024
The hotel had everything that one needs for a perfect vacation. Really close to the beach, nice pool, jaccuzzi as well as Hammam. I really enjoyed my stay and would come back another time !
Amina
Amina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2025
Excellent
Phillip
Phillip, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2024
Excellent hotel , staff amazing very friendly ,always willing to help with any issues , will be my first choice when i return 5star soon .
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2024
The hotel was fantastic. The service provided by all staff, and a special shout out to the cleaning staff, was amazing. Highly recommended and hope to return again soon.