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Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only

4.0 star property
Seaside relaxation awaits at this adults-only retreat with beach umbrellas for daytime comfort and evening entertainment to savor delicious breakfasts.

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Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only offers a tranquil escape near both Balcon de Europa and Burriana Beach. Travelers can enjoy poolside cocktails, rejuvenate at the spa, and savor authentic Spanish cuisine at two different on-site restaurants.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$257
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan

Room options

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Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Balcony, Partial Sea View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

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Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Grand Double Room, Balcony, Partial Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 32 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, Balcony, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Nerja, Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only is on the beach. Balcon de Europa and Chanquete's Boat are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Baviera Golf and Puerto Deportivo Marina. Aerobaby Medina and Aquarium Almunecar are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Nerja travel guide
Map
Playa de Torrecilla, S/N, Nerja, Malaga, 29780

What's nearby

  • These beautiful remains of an old tower look out over Nerja beach
    Torrecilla Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Salon Beach showing general coastal views and hiking or walking
    Salon Beach
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Horizontal panoramic image Calahonda beach, Spain
    Calahonda Beach
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Balcon de Europa
    Balcon de Europa
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Burriana Beach
    Burriana Beach
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Granada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca)
    71 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cocktail Bar Bamboo
    4 min walk
  • L'antica Nonna Mia
    4 min walk
  • Merendero Cobos
    2 min walk
  • Curry House Nerja
    1 min walk
  • Boston Steakhouse
    4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only

Upscale hotel near Balcon de Europa
Located close to Burriana Beach, Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and concerts and live shows. With amenities such as a beachfront location and sunloungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Make sure that you enjoy breakfast and dinner, along with Spanish cuisine and al fresco dining at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a terrace and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Bike hire, an electric car charging station and a 24-hour front desk
  • Evening entertainment, a lift and smoke-free property
  • Beach umbrellas and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 234 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and daily housekeeping

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Front of property
Hotel Balcón de Europa
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 431 reviews
The price is NZ$311
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Hotel Balcón de Europa

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Electric car charging station on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Lounge bar
  • Spanish restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 8 floors
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • In-room safe fee: EUR 2.60 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses solar and geothermal energy
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only?

As of 20 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only on 21 Jan 2026 start from NZ$257.02, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only located?

Located in Nerja, this beachfront hotel is on the boardwalk and within a 15-minute walk of Torrecilla Beach and Balcon de Europa. El Playazo Beach and Playa El Chucho are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 338 out of 540 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 540 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 540 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 540 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 540 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rehan

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location, great views and very good breakfast options. A good holiday hotel, mainly for older visitors but good for couples too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sako

Very nice service and very good location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is beautifully located right on the beach. It is however a much older clientele. We felt out of place as two younger travelers. I would choose an airbnb that is near the city center if you are younger. The people that were enjoying the property looked very happy and the place is spotless!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent hotel in every respect. Staff , interior, food and location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful family weekend.

Wonderful hotel in the heart of Nerja and on the beach. Staff couldn’t have been nicer. Everyone a joy to deal with. Offered Cava on arrival and a complimentary shower/changing room as we didn’t leave the property until 6.00 pm. Highly recommend. Spotless, lovely decor, fantastic setting.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first time at the Riu Monica, we were not disappointed, very friendly staff who were all keen to help. Excellent location alongside the beach, a short stroll into the main old town of Nerja. Good food options with buffet breakfast and dinner. Drinks very reasonably priced.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel in a great location on the beach and only a 10min stroll into town. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Hotel facilities were good and the hotel is spotless. Cannot think of any downsides to this hotel!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hotel and Lovely Location

Excellent hotel in a lovely location, handy for the beach or walking into Nerja town. Very friendly, helpful staff and very good choice and qaulity of food in main evening restaurant and beach bar for snack menu. We loved the day trips to Mijas, Malaga and Frigliana....Grenada trip next time for us, as on day we arrived and left....
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Lovely stay at the Rui Monica

I had a lovely 2 week stay at Rui Monica. The staff were very friendly , Food delicious lots of choice, very good entertainment in the evenings. So easy to get to the beach front from Hotel. I had a little accident were I fell and the staff were amazing so kind, caring and helpful. Antonio the manager was lovely. Thank you all for your kindness and help.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

M. Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Everything was great. The buffets fantastic, the gym & pool area great, the room was spacious. Entertainment was fun. We did the a la carte menu one night. It was fine but actually the buffet is better. But what really stands out is the staff. Friendly, helpful.... can not say enough about it. Great stay and would recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Best in Nerja

Very friendly staff and clean rooms. The house keeping staff were excellent and always say hello when passing in the halls. However no real service around the pool and you have to get up early to secure a lounger. Beds on the beach which don’t belong to the hotel are never available.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service

Overpriced

Overpriced, took an hour to check in because the booking wasn't on the system so if U book last minute as we did U have to wait. Food was awful. Definitely not a 4 star hotel , for €250 a night I expected a lot better. Delay to check in and the fact the pool closed at 6:30pm meant we had 25mins at the pool, was dirty, tissues floating in it. Pool bar shut at 6pm, guy was pretty rude when I enquired about getting a drink. Staff in the restaurant were pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff mostly excellent except for two evening staff near the coffee machine who rushed too quickly to clear the tables even before the meal was finished and broke the atmosphere among new friends. Everyone else was excellent.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the position of the hotel as it is out of the centre of Nerja but is less than a10 minute walk into the centre. The hotel accommodation was very good and the bed was very comfortable. There was entertainment each evening was usually of a good quality. Not all of it appealed to us but we enjoyed some good acts. The food was very good in the main hotel restaurant and there was always something different in the buffet. It was disappointing to have to pay for the use of the room safe as free use is a standard in most decent hotels nowadays. It would be nice to have the option of some activity around the pool during the day as otherwise it is quite a boring atmosphere. We ended up hiring sunbeds on the beach most days which was much more entertaining.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We love RIU Monica and Nerja

We always enjoy our stay at RIU Monica. It is very easy to arrive by car, plenty of room in front of the hotel to arrive then find a parking spot or use hotel parking lot. I really enjoy room with a balcony, rooms and the hotel are very, very clean. Gym has a few bikes, rowing machine, eliptical, treadmill, and a few weight machines. There are so many great spaces inside and outside the hotel. Both breakfast and dinner are excellent, you can sit outside over the ocean (by heaters if needed). The restaurant staff is incredible, very professional. This is adults only hotel. Also, it is an easy hour drive to the Alhambra (drive up and spend a night at Aurea Washington Irving, also very easy to pull up and take your time to get in and staff will park your car for $25 a night, you can easily walk to Alhambra from hotel). We are usually in Nerja in January, weather is generally 60s and sunny, water temp is also around 60 so swimming is not too bad. We are in our mid 60s and are very active, this hotel really suits us well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The courtesy changing room was exceptional
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ainsley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Lovely staff, great food.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Great Adults Only Hotel

We had a perfect stay as usual in the best hotel in Nerja and we shall be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall the hotel is very nice, the buffet was good with several options. The room A/C was blowing cold air, the problem was that the fan did not have enough power to adequately cool the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First time at adults only hotel was excellent would recommend wonderful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the room very spacious we stayed in 27 25th an amazing sea view. Food was lovely staff very attentive and so helpful and polite. We loved our stay so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

philip

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely views of the sea.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

julie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sadly the sunbeds seem to be reserved often not occupied, it needs to stop all the best areas taken so early, I even went down at 8.30am to try get a good spot but no luck
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great central hotel, outdoor/indoor pool. Wish it had a sauna, but that’s being greedy. Great staff and food.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023