Seaside relaxation awaits at this adults-only retreat with beach umbrellas for daytime comfort and evening entertainment to savor delicious breakfasts.
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.
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. Centro Cultural Villa de Nerja and Aerobaby Medina are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Nerja travel guide
Playa de Torrecilla, S/N, Nerja, Malaga, 29780
What's nearby
Torrecilla Beach
2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Salon Beach
10 min walk - 0.5 miles
Calahonda Beach
11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Balcon de Europa
11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Burriana Beach
19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Getting around
Granada (GRX-Federico Garcia Lorca)
71 min drive
Restaurants
Plaza Tutti Frutti
5 min walk
L'antica Nonna Mia
4 min walk
Merendero Cobos
2 min walk
Cocktail Bar Bamboo
4 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 lift
Evening entertainment, beach umbrellas and smoke-free property
A 24-hour front desk 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
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Ecostars – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
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 at the property
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
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
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 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Riu Monica - Adults Only on 8 Mar 2026 start from £154, 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
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9.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 341 out of 544 reviews
10 - Excellent
341
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 544 reviews
8 - Good
159
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 544 reviews
6 - Okay
29
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 544 reviews
4 - Poor
10
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 544 reviews
2 - Terrible
5
Reviews
8/10 Good
Rehan
16 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location, great views and very good breakfast options.
A good holiday hotel, mainly for older visitors but good for couples too.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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....
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.
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.
M. Lynn
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
31 Aug 2023
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.
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
4/10 Poor
Verified traveller
29 May 2025
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.