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Macdonald Leila Playa Resort

Macdonald Leila Playa Resort

Carretera de Cadiz, Km 196 , Mijas, 29649, Spain

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Free parking

Restaurant

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' club

Free wifi

Fitness center

Turkish/Steam Bath

Macdonald Leila Playa Resort

Welcome to the luxurious Macdonald Leila Playa Resort in Mijas, Spain. This 5-star gem is nestled along the Carretera de Cadiz, Km 196, offering a tranquil escape just 9mi from the vibrant city center. With its stunning location, this resort provides the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure for travelers looking to explore the beauty of the Spanish coast.

The Macdonald Leila Playa Resort boasts a range of top-notch amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for all guests. Although specific amenities are not listed, this esteemed hotel promises a luxurious experience that caters to every traveler's needs. Whether you're looking to unwind by the pool, enjoy a soothing spa treatment, or savor exquisite cuisine, this resort has it all.

While reviews are currently unavailable for the Macdonald Leila Playa Resort, its prime location, 5-star rating, and upscale amenities make it a standout choice for those seeking a lavish retreat in Mijas. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Spain's coast and enjoy an unforgettable stay at this splendid resort.

When it comes to accommodation options, Macdonald Leila Playa Resort doesn't disappoint. Guests can choose from a variety of rooms and suites, each elegantly designed to provide comfort and style. From cozy rooms for solo travelers to spacious suites perfect for families or groups, there's something for everyone at this luxurious retreat. Wake up to breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea or the lush resort gardens right from the comfort of your room.

For those seeking the ultimate relaxation, the resort offers rooms with private balconies or terraces where you can sip your morning coffee or unwind with a glass of wine as you soak in the serene surroundings. Each room is meticulously decorated with modern furnishings and thoughtful touches to create a tranquil oasis for guests. Experience the epitome of luxury and comfort during your stay at Macdonald Leila Playa Resort.

Additionally, guests can take advantage of the resort's impeccable room service to enjoy delicious meals in the privacy of their own accommodation. Indulge in gourmet dishes or opt for a casual snack without ever having to leave the comfort of your room. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner for two or a quick bite before heading out to explore Mijas, the resort's room service ensures that your dining experience is as convenient as it is delightful.

Closest airports

Málaga Airport

18.2mi

Gibraltar International Airport

41.7mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Restaurant

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' club

Free wifi

Fitness center

Turkish/Steam Bath

Steam room

Beach

Sauna

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Kitchen

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Non-smoking rooms

Bathtub

Picnic area

Balcony

Garden

Playground

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Guest reviews

8.9

818 reviews

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Featured reviews:

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Sarah

10

July 2023

We choose this hotel because of the wide age range within our party, we needed to be close to the beach, with not to much of a hill with a pool and food places nearby. The location of this property is perfect as it is directly on the beach, the resort is built on a gradual slope but it was manageable for our party and has a bus stop right out side. There is a Lidl and a number of other shops across the road, and a number of small cafes and eateries nearby. The harbour is a twenty to thirty minuet walk along the broadwalk towards Marbella. There is a reasonably priced place to hire kayaks, paddleboards and peddalos about 5 to ten min walk away along the broadwalk towards Malaga. The apartments are huge, spotlessly clean, and are well stocked with everything you would need. We had apartment B8 which was directly opposite the pool which suited us with the children. The pool is manned and they are strict with the opening times and closing times of the pool. The restaurant served lovely food and drinks there was happy hour. There was some evening entertainment which was pleasant. The children's club was really lovely and there was a few things to do every day.

The only things that I can think of is the restaurant didn't open until 12, but that really wasn't a problem for us, possibly on the first day if you arrive late and cant buy food for the morning this could be an issue. However Luna bar is two minuets away, on the beach and was delicious for breakfast.

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Amanda

8.2

August 2022

The apartment was really clean with great facilities with a nice balcony with sunbeds, table and chairs. The air con worked wonderfully and was greatly needed. The setting is good just next to the beach. The restaurant on site serves fantastic fresh food and the staff are just lovely.

For the money we paid the only thing that let the accommodation down was not been able to get a sunbed around the pool when we needed one. There were yellow towels everywhere with nobody sat on them from early in the morning. This problem could easily be resolved with big signs saying SUNBEDS CAN NOT BE RESERVED, YOUR TOWELS WILL BE REMOVED IF NECESSARY. The life guard or another member of staff could walk around every half hour or so to do this as I appreciate some people ignore requests. It does say that you can't reserve sunbeds in the welcome book but obviously people ignore this, it is a shame because of this I will not be staying here again.

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Elena

10

May 2024

A wonderful apart hotel right on the seashore with very friendly and helpful staff. The apartment is very large and comfortable, in good condition and has everything you need for a long, comfortable stay, from a dishwasher to paper towels, so you don't have to run to the shops to get settled. The hotel has a very cosy and well-kept area, heated pool&jacuzzi. Several supermarkets are within a 5-minute walk, and public transport stops are right next to the hotel. There is a multi-kilometre promenade for walks along the sea with cafes and beach clubs. Reception helped me with excursions at a good price/quality.

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Charlotte

8.2

August 2024

The location is great right on the beach. There’s some restaurants within easy walking distance too. The property is quiet but with plenty to do. Great to have the restaurant and bar (especially for happy hour 🤪).

Being right on the beach you come in covered in sand. The showers and feet washing facilities were turned off so inevitably you end up bringing sand into the apartments that only get cleaned if you are there for more than a week. There was also confusing info in the welcome book. It said you have to pay for electricity so we really limited the use of air conditioning. It turns out you don’t pay and that is only for people who own their own apartments so we could have had a more comfortable holiday! Although good for the planet! The tennis court is actually a pickle ball court. Which was a really fun game, but should be advertised as pickleball not tennis as it is much smaller.

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Sarah

9.1

September 2024

Our Apartment A12 was close to everything. We had the sun in the morning on the terrace where we had tree and sea views. We were welcomed by such lovely staff on reception and were really happy with our apartment. There was everything we needed in there. The beds were comfy and great curtains to block out the light in the living space for sofa bed and also the bedroom. Air-con in both that was needed. Nearby cabopino is abit more lively, so we enjoyed an evening on the beach listening music, had food in a marina restaurant, and also walked abit further to watch the sunset on our last night. Lots to do in mijas for families, we went to the water park and also inflatable on the beach. We also enjoyed the crazy golf at the hotel and the pool was quiet too. We will stay here again.

We had to keep the kitchen clean because there was abit of an ant issue, not a clue where they were getting in. We heard this affecting other hotels on the radio too, so didn’t report it as it did not get out of control! Oh and the pool table didn’t have an equal number of coloured balls.

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Sharon

9.1

July 2024

The location is lovely, right on the beach and the boardwalk, a lovely bit of beach too! The apartments are a bit dated, but very well maintained, well equipped, and very comfortable. The grounds and pool are extremely well managed, and the gardens are beautiful, they have a tropical feel. Nothing is ever too much trouble for the staff, it has a happy feel, i would guess that the team have worked together for a long time. All in all - it’s an excellent place to stay.

The only thing we didn’t like was the proximity of our bedroom to the main road, it really didn’t spoil our holiday but the road is a bit noisy.

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Sonja

10

April 2024

Very friendly staff, Javier was very helpful and very understanding in sorting out the payment issues through Booking. The apartment is very spacious, with a large terrace with deckchairs and a side view of the sea. The kitchen is equipped with appliances, basic dishes, accessories. The bathroom is bright, big enough. There is also washing powder and tablets for the dishwasher, an iron and an ironing board, a drying rack... It really is like being at home. Towels also for the pool. Grocery store nearby, nice bar Lennon across the road. A long walking path along the coast.

Basically, there are no significant flaws. Maybe some more dishes could be added, the knives could be sharpened. The amount of shampoo and shower gel is only enough for a few times, so it is better to bring your own. But these are really little things that did not affect at all the overall wonderful time spent there.

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Donna

8.2

April 2024

Comfortable, clean, waterfront property. Staff were helpful and responsive. Room was comfortable and well equipped. Deck felt private, had nice lounge chairs, an umbrella and a view of the water. Happy hour serves huge drinks. There is a wonderful boardwalk in front of the hotel that follows the ocean. You can cross the hwy on a pedway out front that takes you to a couple restaurants and a Lidl store.

They have a “no saving chairs at the pool with your towel rule” that no one follows or enforces so there were rarely chairs available. The hot tub is small and unappealing.

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Stuart

10

August 2024

Great location, heated pool, fantastic staff, lovely and good size accommodation, lovely place to stay and good facilities. Great advice from reception to get a bus card as made bus journeys very cheap, rather than paying by cash. Entertainment was also good.

Drinks and food were at little bit more expensive in this location compared to neighbouring towns. But the hotel did have a daily happy hour!

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Andrew

10

May 2024

The front desk was incredibly friendly. Jose commended us on our attempts to speak Spanish, was always friendly and happy to help, including helping us with some printing we needed to do for our upcoming cruise. The view and location are absolutely amazing. We couldn’t get enough of the view from our kitchen, living room and large balcony. There is also a wonderful path along the coast to run or walk, with other restaurants and supermarkets nearby. We made good use of the heated pool, the small gym and the mini golf.

The kitchen didn’t seem open very often, and the one night we attempted to have dinner, the kitchen closed at 8pm. Our experience in Spain has been that most places only start serving food from 7.30pm, so it was very unexpected. It also didn’t help that we were seated and our drinks orders were taken before we were told the kitchen had closed. Tables around us continued to have food brought out, while we finished our drinks. We made up for it with a great meal at a nearby restaurant, Piratas.

Points of Interest Around Macdonald Leila Playa Resort

Attractions

Mijas

9mi

Marina Square (Plaza de la Marina)

23.3mi

Malaga Park (Parque de Malaga)

23.3mi

Palmeral de las Sorpresas

23.4mi

Constitution Square (Plaza de la Constitucion)

23.5mi

Cervantes Theatre (Teatro Cervantes)

23.7mi

Málaga Roman Theatre (Teatro Romano de Málaga)

23.7mi

Pablo Picasso Birthplace Museum (Museo Casa Natal de Picasso)

23.8mi

La Malagueta Bullring (Plaza de Toros de La Malagueta)

23.9mi

Mondragón Palace (Palacio de Mondragon)

29.7mi

Puente Nuevo (New Bridge)

29.7mi

Casa del Rey Moro

29.8mi

El Torcal del Antequera

29.9mi

Reservatauro Ronda

30mi

Ronda

30mi

Restaurants

New Beach House

Cuisines

  • Italian
  • Pizza
  • Seafood
  • International
  • European

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Macdonald Leila Playa Resort

Free parking

Restaurant

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' club

Free wifi

Fitness center

Turkish/Steam Bath

Steam room

Beach

Sauna

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Kitchen

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Non-smoking rooms

Bathtub

Picnic area

Balcony

Garden

Playground

Stay rules - Macdonald Leila Playa Resort

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Macdonald Leila Playa Resort

Is vehicle parking offered by Macdonald Leila Playa Resort?

Yes, Macdonald Leila Playa Resort offers convenient on-site public parking for its guests, which is also free of charge. No reservations are required for parking at the hotel.

Which room categories can I book at Macdonald Leila Playa Resort?

The hotel offers a variety of rooms, including standard rooms, deluxe rooms, suites, and villas. Occupancy ranges from double occupancy to larger groups for villas. Some rooms allow smoking, and bed sizes vary from single to king-size beds. Room sizes also vary depending on the room type.

Which amenities can guests enjoy at Macdonald Leila Playa Resort?

Guests at Macdonald Leila Playa Resort can enjoy a variety of leisure activities during their stay. They can relax by the outdoor swimming pool or take a stroll in the beautifully landscaped gardens around the property. For those looking to stay active, there are tennis courts available on-site. The hotel also offers a fitness center for guests who wish to keep up with their workout routine while on vacation. Moreover, the proximity to the beach allows guests to spend their time sunbathing, swimming, or engaging in water sports. With these amenities, guests can have a well-rounded and enjoyable stay at Macdonald Leila Playa Resort.

Is there a swimming pool at Macdonald Leila Playa Resort?

The Macdonald Leila Playa Resort has one outdoor pool available for use all season.

Does Macdonald Leila Playa Resort feature its own restaurants?

Yes, the Macdonald Leila Playa Resort has a restaurant on site called New Beach House. The restaurant offers a variety of cuisines including Italian, Pizza, Seafood, International, and European. The ambiance of the restaurant is described as family-friendly.

Does Macdonald Leila Playa Resort accept credit cards and cash payments?

No, Macdonald Leila Playa Resort does not accept cash payments. They accept credit cards such as Diners Club, Discover, Visa, Mastercard, and Maestro for payments.