Roc Flamingo

I have stayed in 5 hotels in this area over the last 2 years. I would place the Flamingo at either 2nd or 3rd after the Cervantes, but then it was only half the price. Its situated in the town only 5-10 minutes from the station which saves on taxi fares and the trip from Malaga airport only costs Euro 1.35. Its got a nice bar come entertainment area which opens out onto a good sized pool and garden area. The rooms are of a good size and clean but are in need of an update. I only had a single room but it had twin beds and a small balcony. The cleaning staff where very helpful and cheerful. Internet access was available at reception the staff there where very willing to help in some cases their English was a bit limited but a bit of patience worked wonders. My only complaint was the food, there was no real restaurant management. During the time I was there the chef during service was spend most of his time talking to a young waitress/receptionist and so the dishes on the buffet would not be replenished. He was quiet annoyed when I asked him for the dish I wanted to be replenished. I never went hungry but there was no great enjoyment in the food. To me this hotel is in a good location but is definitely a 'room only' hotel

At check in the Receptionist had gone for lunch.So I had to wait 20-30 minutes for him.Then, they did not have my reservation.It was quite hot (Apr 24th) and No AC in rooms.AC was installed in rooms but not operational, by "Manager's decision". I asked for a fan and that was not available.My biggest complaint was non-availability of any kind of Internet in rooms. Every one needs to check emails these days. The entire hotel needs renovation. The bathroom shower cord would not hold in it's hook. Kept falling during my shower. Took me 30+ minutes to take my shower. Toilet is from the 70s. Definitely not 3 star. There are 3 small elevators which are mostly busy and operate very slow.[...]