Holiday World Resort, Affiliated By Melia in Benalmadena, Costa del Sol

Holiday World Resort is a complex of four hotels offering access to a themed Beach Club with seven pool areas, including a wave pool and water slides. The main outdoor pool at the RIWO hotel features a gentle sloping entry suitable for young children, while the indoor pool is available for pre-booking. Sun loungers, sun umbrellas, and a solarium are provided across the resort's multiple pool zones.

The resort has four on-site restaurants, including a buffet restaurant with nightly themed cuisines such as Asian, Mexican, and American nights. Guests can also book two specialty restaurants (Italian and American) at no extra cost on the all-inclusive plan. A snack bar near the pool serves burgers, hot dogs, salads, and jacket potatoes during the day, and a pool bar offers self-service Cruzcampo beer and soft drinks.

Rooms at Holiday World Resort include junior suites with a separate kitchenette, dining table, and a large balcony with pool or sea views. The bathrooms have two sinks, a bathtub, and a separate walk-in shower. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a safety deposit box available for a daily fee of €3.50.

The spa and wellness centre offers a range of treatments, a spa lounge, and a relaxation area with sun loungers. Guests can use the solarium, heated indoor pool (with mandatory swim cap), and a gym with cardio machines. The spa also provides free towel tokens obtained from reception.

Children can join the kids' club with supervised activities, a playground, and a mini-golf course. Evening entertainment includes live music performances, a circus act, and themed shows by the TUI entertainment team. The resort also has an arcade, a games room, and a free shuttle bus to the Beach Club.

Pools: Themed Beach Club with seven pool areas, wave pool, and water slides

Dining: Four on-site restaurants including buffet with themed nights and two specialty restaurants

Rooms: Junior suites with kitchenette, large balcony, and separate walk-in shower

Wellness: Spa centre with indoor pool, gym, and solarium

Family: Kids' club, playground, mini-golf, and live entertainment nightly

Location: 6 km from Selwo Marina and a 15-minute drive from Benalmádena Marina

Package: All-inclusive with free Beach Club access and shuttle service