Sol Príncipe All Inclusive Torremolinos
Sol Príncipe is a recently renovated four-star family resort with direct access to Playamar in Torremolinos. Its defining feature is the large Caribbean-style lagoon pool, backed up by a new children's Splash area, Kids Club, heated pool, outdoor swimming, family suites and direct beach access. This is a lively resort designed for families who want the hotel itself to be a major part of the holiday.
Sol Príncipe at a Glance
What Is Sol Príncipe Really Like?
Sol Príncipe is one of those hotels where the pool complex is not simply another facility. It shapes the entire atmosphere of the resort.
The large lagoon-style pool gives the property the feel of a classic Mediterranean family resort, with children moving between the water, Splash facilities and organised activities while adults use the surrounding sun areas.
The other major advantage is location. Direct access to Playamar means you can change from pool to beach without arranging transport or planning a full excursion.
This is not a quiet boutique hotel. During the school holidays it can feel busy, energetic and sociable, which is exactly why many families choose it.
We think Sol Príncipe makes the strongest case for families who want a full resort experience directly beside Playamar. The lagoon pool, Splash area, Kids Club and dedicated family suites mean children have plenty happening, while the beach and Torremolinos promenade stop the holiday feeling confined to the hotel.
Who Is Sol Príncipe Best For?
Good Choice If You Want...
- A big family-focused resort.
- A large Caribbean-style lagoon pool.
- A children's Splash area.
- A Kids Club and organised activities.
- Direct access to Playamar.
- A heated pool outside peak summer.
- Family Suites with pool or Splash views.
- Junior Suites with extra space.
- A busy summer atmosphere.
- Easy access to Málaga and Benalmádena.
Think Again If You Want...
- A quiet boutique hotel.
- An adults-only environment.
- A peaceful single-pool property.
- A resort with very few children around.
- A small central-town hotel rather than a family complex.
Why Sol Príncipe Feels Different
The Lagoon Pool
Meliá describes the main pool as a spectacular Caribbean-style lagoon pool. It is the visual centrepiece of the property and one of the clearest reasons families choose this hotel over simpler Torremolinos options.
The New Splash Area
The children's Splash area gives younger guests more than a conventional shallow pool.
It creates a dedicated water-play environment that helps the resort feel properly family-focused rather than simply family-tolerant.
Direct Beach Access
Playamar is directly accessible from the hotel area. That makes the sea part of everyday life rather than something that has to be planned around a shuttle or taxi.
Rooms & Accommodation
Meliá currently offers a wide room range at Sol Príncipe, from straightforward SOL rooms through to larger Family Suites, Junior Suites and frontal-sea-view suites.
SOL Room
The standard SOL Room is currently listed at approximately 215 ft².
It has a furnished terrace and either one double bed or two single beds. This is the most straightforward category for couples or smaller families using the room mainly as a base.
SOL Room Lateral Sea View
Also around 215 ft², this category adds a side sea view while retaining the practical standard-room layout.
Superior Room
Superior Rooms are currently listed at around 236 ft².
They provide a little more space and include a furnished balcony.
Superior Room Lateral Sea View
The side-sea-view Superior option combines the slightly larger 236 ft² layout with Mediterranean views.
SOL Family Suite
Family Suites are currently listed at approximately 398 ft².
They include a double bed or twin beds, sofa bed and folding bed, plus a terrace overlooking the large lagoon pool.
SOL Family Suite Splash View
The Splash View version uses the same family-friendly format but overlooks the children's water-play area.
This can be especially useful when the Splash area is one of the main reasons for choosing Sol Príncipe.
SOL Junior Suite
The current Junior Suites are around 430 ft² and overlook the lagoon pool.
They offer significantly more room than the standard categories and make more sense for longer stays or families with older children.
SOL Junior Suite Frontal Sea View
This larger category combines around 430 ft² of space with a frontal Mediterranean view.
SOL Suite Frontal Sea View
The frontal-sea-view SOL Suite is currently listed at around 387 ft² and includes a terrace with direct views towards the Mediterranean.
Check the exact occupancy, bed arrangement, pool or Splash view, sea-view wording and terrace details. The difference between a standard room and a Family Suite is substantial enough to be worth comparing carefully.
What Is It Like For Families?
Families are clearly the main audience.
The lagoon pool, Splash area, Kids Club, organised children's activities and dedicated Family Suites give the property much more depth than a hotel with only a children's pool and standard bedrooms.
The Family Suites overlooking the lagoon or Splash area are particularly useful because the accommodation reflects the way families actually use the resort.
Direct access to Playamar also means a beach day does not require a separate plan.
Aqualand Torremolinos then gives families an even larger waterpark option when children want something beyond the hotel.
What Is It Like For Couples?
Couples can enjoy Sol Príncipe if they like lively full-size resorts and beachfront locations.
Sea-view room and suite categories, the promenade and easy access towards central Torremolinos give adults plenty beyond the family facilities.
However, children are central to the identity of the hotel. Couples wanting a quieter adult atmosphere should compare Don Marco, Meliá Costa del Sol or another more adult-oriented property.
Lagoon Pool, Splash & Heated Pool
Swimming is a central part of the Sol Príncipe experience.
Caribbean-Style Lagoon Pool
The huge lagoon-style pool gives the hotel its unmistakable family-resort character.
Children's Splash
The new Splash area creates a dedicated water-play space for younger guests.
Heated Pool
Meliá currently lists a heated swimming pool among the hotel facilities, which can be particularly useful outside peak summer.
Pool access, heated-pool operation and Splash opening arrangements can vary by season, maintenance and weather conditions.
Kids Club & Children's Activities
Meliá currently lists a Kids Club and children's activities among the main hotel services.
The family offer goes beyond simply giving children somewhere to swim. The resort is designed around organised play and activity throughout the day.
That matters on longer stays because children can have variety without parents arranging an excursion every morning.
Kids Club age ranges, timetables and activity programmes can vary according to season and occupancy.
Food & Drink
The hotel operates buffet-style dining and several bar and food outlets around the resort.
For families, buffet dining is useful because different age groups can choose their own meals without turning every lunch or dinner into a negotiation.
If you book All Inclusive, check the exact restaurants, bars, snacks, drinks and service times attached to the package sold by your provider.
Do not assume that every outlet or premium drink offered by the hotel is automatically included in every All Inclusive rate.
Restaurant openings, meal times, dress rules and All Inclusive inclusions can vary by season and booking type.
Entertainment & Resort Atmosphere
Sol Príncipe is designed as a lively family resort, especially during the main summer months.
Daytime activities, children's programming and evening entertainment mean guests can spend several days around the hotel without the atmosphere becoming completely repetitive.
The trade-off is noise and activity. Families who want a sociable atmosphere will often see that as a strength, while travellers seeking quiet poolside reading may find school-holiday periods too busy.
Step Outside: Playamar
Playamar is one of Torremolinos' major beach areas and sits directly beside Sol Príncipe.
The beach is broad, sandy and backed by a long promenade with restaurants, bars and walking routes.
That direct access is especially valuable for families because you can switch between pool and sea without loading everyone into transport.
Bajondillo, Los Álamos & Central Torremolinos
Bajondillo
Walk west and you reach Bajondillo, another major Torremolinos beachfront district with promenade access and restaurants.
Los Álamos
Head east and Los Álamos provides a different coastal atmosphere, including restaurants and livelier beach-club areas.
Central Torremolinos
The town centre adds shops, cafés and the railway, giving you easy access beyond the beachfront strip.
Good Days Out From Sol Príncipe
🏙 Málaga
Málaga is one of the easiest and strongest days out from Torremolinos.
The historic centre, Alcazaba, museums, Muelle Uno waterfront, shopping and restaurants give families and couples a complete change from the resort.
⚓ Benalmádena
Benalmádena gives you Puerto Marina, beaches, restaurants and family attractions around Arroyo de la Miel.
💦 Aqualand Torremolinos
Aqualand provides a full dedicated waterpark day when the children want something even larger than the hotel Splash facilities.
🏘 Mijas Pueblo
Mijas Pueblo provides a classic whitewashed Andalusian village experience with views over the coast.
🏖 Nerja & Frigiliana
A longer east-coast day can combine Nerja's viewpoints and caves with the whitewashed village of Frigiliana.
✨ Marbella
Marbella provides another full coastal excursion with old-town streets, restaurants and a different Costa del Sol atmosphere.
Airport Transfer Time
Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is very close to Torremolinos.
A private road transfer to Playamar is commonly around 10–15 minutes in normal traffic.
This is particularly useful for families with younger children, late-arriving flights or shorter holidays.
The local railway also connects the airport with the wider Torremolinos area, giving independent travellers another practical option.
Transfer times are approximate and can vary with traffic, roadworks, terminal and transfer type.
Costa del Sol Weather – Temperature & Sunshine By Month
Torremolinos has hot summers and relatively mild winters. Late spring and early autumn can be particularly useful if you want beach weather with more comfortable sightseeing temperatures.
☀️ Jan
17°C6 hrs sun
☀️ Feb
18°C7 hrs sun
☀️ Mar
20°C7 hrs sun
☀️ Apr
22°C8 hrs sun
☀️ May
25°C9 hrs sun
☀️ Jun
29°C11 hrs sun
☀️ Jul
32°C12 hrs sun
☀️ Aug
32°C11 hrs sun
☀️ Sep
29°C9 hrs sun
☀️ Oct
25°C7 hrs sun
☀️ Nov
20°C6 hrs sun
☀️ Dec
17°C5 hrs sun
Approximate Costa del Sol destination averages for general holiday planning, not a live forecast.
When Is The Best Time To Stay At Sol Príncipe?
May & June
Good for warm beach weather and family days before the busiest part of the UK school summer season.
July & August
Best for families who want the liveliest resort atmosphere, full pool use and peak summer temperatures.
September & October
Useful for warm conditions while Málaga, Mijas and other days out are generally more comfortable than in midsummer.
Build Your Own Sol Príncipe Holiday
Start with the room and board basis you want, then compare flights from the UK airport that gives your family the best combination of price, timing and baggage.
1. Choose The Right Room
Compare SOL Rooms, Superior Rooms, Family Suites, Splash View Family Suites and Junior Suites before deciding what level of space you need.
2. Compare UK Departure Airports
Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, Bristol, Newcastle, Glasgow and London can all produce different Málaga flight schedules and prices depending on the season.
3. Compare The Full Flight Cost
Include baggage, seat selection, departure time and arrival time rather than looking only at the cheapest headline fare.
4. Use The Short Airport Transfer
Compare taxi, private transfer, shared shuttle and rail. Torremolinos' proximity to Málaga Airport gives you more practical options than many Costa del Sol resorts.
5. Decide Whether You Need A Car
You do not need one for the beach, central Torremolinos or Málaga. Car hire becomes more useful if Mijas Pueblo, Marbella or inland Andalucía are major parts of your plans.
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5 Good Reasons To Choose Sol Príncipe
1. Caribbean-Style Lagoon Pool
The huge lagoon pool is the defining visual feature of the resort.
2. New Splash Area
Children get a dedicated water-play space rather than only a shallow pool.
3. Direct Playamar Access
You can move between pool and beach without organising transport.
4. Strong Family Accommodation
Family Suites, Splash View suites and larger Junior Suites give parents far more choice than a standard double room alone.
5. Málaga Is Easy
The short distance and local rail network make a proper city day very easy to add to the holiday.
Sol Príncipe FAQs
Is Sol Príncipe directly on the beach?
Yes. Meliá currently describes the hotel as having direct access to Playamar.
Does Sol Príncipe have a lagoon pool?
Yes. Meliá currently promotes a large Caribbean-style lagoon pool as one of the hotel's main features.
Does Sol Príncipe have a Splash area?
Yes. Meliá currently highlights a new children's Splash area.
Does Sol Príncipe have a Kids Club?
Yes. A Kids Club and children's activities are currently listed among the main hotel services.
Does Sol Príncipe have a heated pool?
Yes. Meliá currently lists a heated pool among the hotel facilities. Seasonal operation should be checked for your dates.
How large are the standard SOL Rooms?
Current SOL Rooms are listed at approximately 215 ft².
How large are the Superior Rooms?
Current Superior Rooms are listed at approximately 236 ft².
How large are the Family Suites?
Current SOL Family Suites are listed at approximately 398 ft².
Do Family Suites overlook the pool?
Current Family Suites include lagoon-pool-view and Splash-view options.
How large are the Junior Suites?
Current SOL Junior Suites are listed at approximately 430 ft².
Does Sol Príncipe have sea-view suites?
Yes. Current room categories include Junior Suites and Suites with frontal Mediterranean views.
Is Sol Príncipe good for families?
Yes. The lagoon pool, Splash area, Kids Club, direct beach access and dedicated family suites make families the hotel's strongest audience.
Is Sol Príncipe good for couples?
It can be for couples who enjoy lively large resorts and sea-view accommodation, but it is clearly family-focused rather than adults only.
How far is Málaga Airport?
Private transfers between Málaga Airport and Playamar commonly take around 10–15 minutes in normal traffic.
Is All Inclusive available?
Yes. Sol Príncipe is sold with All Inclusive options. Check your provider for the exact meals, snacks, drinks and participating outlets.
Is Sol Príncipe Right For You?
Choose Sol Príncipe if you want a large family beachfront resort with a Caribbean-style lagoon pool, new Splash facilities, Kids Club, direct Playamar access and dedicated family suites.
The resort is strongest when the hotel itself is meant to be one of the main attractions of the holiday.
If you want a quiet adults-only atmosphere or a smaller central-town hotel, another property will suit you better. If your children want pools, activities and plenty of other families around, Sol Príncipe has a very clear identity.