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Aparthotels in Málaga Aparthotels in Marbella
By Dee McMath
Aparthotel: Holiday apartment rental with main reception and other facilities on site
Tourists have been visiting Andalucia and especially the Costa del Sol for some 40 years. It is not unusual to meet people who have been coming back annually over a 20 year period. During this time, the nature of tourism has changed and developed in many different ways. Like the teenager, who reaches 21, wants to be free and have the proverbial 'key to the door', similarly many of today's tourists want their independence when on vacation. The aparthotel is an excellent choice of accommodation for those who like more freedom than with a hotel room and yet without feeling totally alone in a far-flung, independently rented apartment.
This hybrid of apartment/hotel accommodation offers the best of both worlds. Upon arrival you will collect the keys at the reception desk and leave them there upon your departure, just like with a hotel room. Services, such as cleaning, linen change, etc will be carried out as agreed when you make your booking. This may be once a week or every day, depending on the establishment and the charges made. An aparthotel often has cafeteria and restaurant facilities as well as swimming pool, bars and entertainment. Hotels offer different rates, depending on whether you require half or full board. With the aparthotel, the price will cover the accommodation only and then you have the option to use on site or nearby facilities, paying as you go. Since your apartment will have a fully equipped kitchen, you have the choice of self-catering. This means that you can cook when you choose and not be tied to a hotel meal timetable. An advantage of the aparthotel over some more remote type of rentals is that you can always contact the reception for advice or help regarding car hire, where to eat, what's on, etc.
Aparthotels come in all shapes and sizes and like hotels, are given star ratings. The general facilities, such as air conditioning, lifts, size of the bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens and bathrooms in the apartments will depend on the category and star rating of the establishment. However, as in the case of hotels, the star rating is there to ensure that certain legal norms are adhered to. It does not dictate how friendly the service is or how pleasant the overall surroundings or atmosphere may be. In other words, people often have an equally wonderful holiday in one of the more modest aparthotels as others do in a luxurious five star establishment. In general, the standard of aparthotels on the Costa del Sol and in Andalucia is usually very good and there are plenty to choose from.
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Costa del Sol Self Catering
MalagaHolidays.com have a great range of self catering apartments in all the main towns along the Costa del Sol. Last minute deals also available. |
 ALANDA CLUB MARBELLA
A new concept of spaciousness and luxury. Aparthotel perfect for families with apartments of up to 145 m2. Free Wi-fi, parking and indoor pool.
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