We were looking for a quiet place to chill, and Sentidos provided exactly what it said on the box. Probably the offseason timing helped
somewhat. We stayed in an Eagle Suite, which we found delightful- -pastel tones, superb bed, fantastic bath, plenty of space. Peaceful view across the golf course, where the only rowdiness were the sparrows. The restaurant is excellent: the dinner menu is limited in selection, but made up for it with high quality food, excellent presentation, and well-intentioned but occasionally quirky service. Breakfast is best when there are a limited number of guests: menu service resulted in higher quality presentation; whereas the buffet, while nicely laid out, doesn't offer freshly warmed bread and pastry selection, for example. The bar is spacious and service is friendly, if a bit literal: a fresh lime juice was just that - puckeringly sour! A car is vital. The beach is about 3km away, but the coast at Rio Real is OK for a stroll, but not for a swim - it's a bit rocky. The hotel stipulated no children under 18, but on the Friday there were a couple of families with small children. This did not detract, in our view. We did not try the spa. We warmly recommend Sentidos for
a quiet, high quality break.

I have recently had the outmost pleasure of staying at your fine establishment. Just last month, my lovely husband and I stayed at the Rio Real and had one of the best vacations of our lives!!!!
First I must say how thrilling it was to be picked up from the airport in a Mercedes-Benz. Next was the hotel. Very gorgeous, and for such a small hotel, it was huge! I was very delighted by the exclusivity of the hotel. With only 29 rooms, it made for perfect quiet getaway. My husband and I are at the age now when we want to go on vacation and want to relax. This brings me to my next compliment. When we arrived at the hotel we were immediately shown the gorgeous pool and the spa. Oooh I could go on and on how great the spa was. Petite Serenite. I want to go back there right now just thinking about it. Very, very, very nice! My husband was overwhelmed with the beautiful golf course that he was there daily. I couldn't take him away for there because it was so breath taking that it motivated me to go play with him. Also while my husband enjoyed basking in the sun at the pool, I did manage to squeeze in a game of tennis on your beautiful court.

Your food was exceptional! I loved the nice selection of southern Spanish cuisine. My favorite dish was the Pasta Negra with Shrimp. Mmmmm. Our stay was incredible and expect more guest soon, because I am defiantly referring you to my family, friends and clients. Thank you again for the wonderful stay.

We just returned from a memorable stay at Sentidos en Rio Real.
Marbella is one of our favorite places in the world, and we've been to the finest hotels and resorts everywhere. Usually we stay at the Marbella Club -- in fact, we've been going there for 30 years. This year we decided to try a new place, Sentidos. I have to say that our stay at Sentidos by far topped that at the Marbella Club. The suite we had was ever so spacious, extremely comfortable (loved the bed), stylish, and the shower uber luxe, the finest ever, In fact, it was so wonderful that I never used the bathtub which was also luxurious and had a view of the golf course no less. The special touch each evening to awaken the senses was a welcome detail. A highlight of our stay was dinner. My husband who is an experienced cook and extraordinarily demanding, raved about the meal. The menu selections were well chosen (we especially recommend the roast lamb and raviolis with mushrooms), the ingredients of the finest quality, the service attentive and friendly, and there were none of the frenzied crowds you get in so many places in Marbella. Plus, the view overlooking the golf course was lovely, romantic and serene.Sentidos is already on our calendar for a return visit next year.

A smooth, hassle-free check in set the tone for a wonderful, all-too-short stay at this elegant boutique hotel. My room, a Par Superior, was stylishly designed with plenty of wood and stone, and felt very spacious, with an exceptional bathroom and fantastic views from the sizeable balcony over the golf course and on to a dramatic backdrop of the Sierra Blanca - a great sight to start the day off! The bed was extremely comfortable and the iPod docking station is a great feature for anyone who, like me, likes to bring their music with them when travelling.

The Sentidos Restaurant was superb - food was in context and of the highest quality, and the relaxed yet sophisticated ambience and unfailingly efficient, friendly service I experienced elsewhere at the hotel was in evidence yet again.

Although not much of a golfer, to me the course seemed beautiful and immaculately kept, and the pitch and putt area and putting green were both accessible and enjoyable! And the intimate rooftop pool area was the ideal spot to chill out, with fabulous views and a hint of the cool sea breeze. I understand a boutique spa will be opening adjacent to this area too.

Overall, an excellent hotel and a refreshing, welcome antidote to the ostentation and glitz normally associated with Marbella.