Macdonald Dona Lola Resort

Recent Reviews: 1225

• User:Sara W

  Trip type: Family

  Lovely stay on a lovey resort

  04 Jun 2026

  Lovely quiet resort in a good location with a relaxed friendly atmosphere. Check in was quick and easy, staff helpful. Our apartment was lovely - spacious, modern, clean and a great price. The pool area was great although sometimes had to wait for a sunbed from people leaving towels to book seats. The pool uncrowded. The grounds were very well kept and pretty. Restaurants good with plenty of choice and the mini mart on site did the best fresh croissants. Lovely to be next to the beach and good location for easy access to other places nearby - Aquamijas waterpark was great and the Bioparc in Fuengirola. We had a hire car so easy to get around. Would stay here again

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• User:marchelle21

  Trip type: Friends getaway

  Wouldn't go again

  30 Apr 2026

  Location was hit and miss, the main entrance to Dona lola was next to a dual carriageway, you had to walk over a bridge to get to the otherside. Yet the otherside was next to the beach. Checked in and was told where our apartment was.. Nearest to the road , 48 steps up no lift. Definately not a resort for people with mobility issues or the elderly. The adult pool (which is no longer adult) was a warm pool, supposed to be a quiet area, no inflatables ( signs up) But each afternoon lots of children screaming and jumping in with inflatables. The larger pool down the hill was freezing but lovely to chill out, not many kids there. Apartment was very clean and very well equipped. Included englisg tv channels & free wifi.Could do with a little updating though. The area in general looked a little tired. Lots of walking or uber to get places as not alot around. Mini markets onsite and a few nice restaurants. Wouldn't visit again.If you walk the boardwalk turn right from the gate out to the beach. Keep going until you reach pirates beach bar. Great place. Then carry on to ocean beach. After that the marina then Andys beach bar.Marbella old town is a must, and Mijas Pueblo is stunning Aitana Urquia, Guest Services / Front Office at Macdonald Dona Lola Resort, responded to this review Dear Guest,Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback following your stay at Macdonald Doña Lola Resort.While we are sorry to read that your overall experience did not meet your expectations, we do appreciate your kind comments regarding the cleanliness and equipment of the apartment, as well as the facilities available on site.We also value your observations about accessibility and the layout of the resort. Due to the nature of the location, some areas do include steps, and we always recommend that guests contact us in advance so we can do our best to allocate a more suitable apartment where possible.Regarding the pool areas, we are sorry if the atmosphere was not as expected during your stay. Your feedback has been noted, as maintaining a pleasant environment for all guests is very important to us.We are pleased to hear that you were able to enjoy the surrounding area and appreciate your recommendations for other visitors.Thank you once again for your comments, which help us to continue improving.Kind regards,

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• User:Andytee1234

  Trip type: Family

  Lovely place just a couple of little niggles.

  03 Apr 2026

  Check in was an easy, quick friendly experience. Was given a key card each for the room (4 of us). We were on the top floor so quite a few stairs to climb. The room was large, separate living/dining room, two large separate bedrooms with wardrobes and comfy beds. 2 bathrooms. Free safe. Downside, no cleaning for a full week and there is a bit of an ant problem. We'll equipped kitchen, plates, glasses cups, washing liquid, sponges, dishwasher, dishwasher tablets. Has a free gym on site and 2 pools, one big one which is freezing and a smaller heated one. Overall a really good holiday. Aitana Urquia, Guest Services / Front Office at Macdonald Dona Lola Resort, responded to this review Dear Guest,Thank you very much for taking the time to share your detailed feedback following your stay at Macdonald Doña Lola Resort.We are delighted to read that you had an overall enjoyable holiday and that you appreciated many aspects of your stay, particularly the smooth and friendly check-in, the spacious and well-equipped apartment, and the comfort of the bedrooms. It is also great to know that you made use of the facilities, including the gym and our swimming pools.We truly value your comments regarding the cleaning service and your observations during your stay. As an aparthotel, we provide a weekly cleaning service for longer stays, and we are always happy to assist should guests need anything additional during their visit. Your feedback regarding the ants has also been noted and will be shared with the relevant team for review.Thank you once again for your kind words, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again in the near future.Kind regards,

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• User:Wanderer27861109682

  Trip type:

  Great Resort

  12 Nov 2025

  This is a first class resort in a great location. Beautiful well kept gardens great restaurant and entertainment and a boardwalk just outside resort on sea front for leisurely strolls with other restaurants close by and a bus stop. Its worth mentioning there are quite a few steps to negotiate around the resort but staff are great and on hand to help with luggage etc. Aitana Urquia, Guest Services / Front Office at Macdonald Dona Lola Resort, responded to this review Thank you very much for sharing such a wonderful review and for awarding us the highest rating. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our seafront location, our well-kept gardens, the restaurant, and the resort’s activities.We also appreciate you mentioning the steps around the resort, and we are glad to know that our team was always ready to assist you whenever needed.It was a pleasure to welcome you to Macdonald Doña Lola Resort, and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again very soon for another fantastic stay.Kind regards,

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• User:PrincessTasha13

  Trip type: Family

  Amazing as always 😍

  07 Nov 2025

  Third time visiting this gem now & it never disappoints us…..Great apartments & facilities, but the star of it all is Diago, every single time he is always welcoming & hospitable…..Thank you 🙏 Aitana Urquia, Guest Services / Front Office at Macdonald Dona Lola Resort, responded to this review Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for your continued loyalty to our resort. We’re absolutely delighted to know that, once again, you enjoyed your stay and that both the apartments and the facilities lived up to your expectations.We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Diego, who will be very grateful for your recognition.It will be a real pleasure to welcome you back on your next visit to Macdonald Doña Lola Resort.Kind regards,

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