RoidEcosse Never fails to enchant! Left on May 22, 2012 for a stay in May 2012 2 people found this review helpful We have been going to Arcos de la Almona for over 7 years now, usually annually, sometimes twice a year, and we never, never tire of the place. The apartment itself is utterly delightful, very comfortable, spotlessly clean, is great for two, and has the most wonderful roof terrace with its own plunge pool, seating area, barbecue and with spectacular views over the surrounding sierras. We have come to know the owners, Javier and Rosario, very well, and they, along with their two children, are the most charming, helpful, friendly couple you could ever wish to meet. They live on the 2nd floor of this lovely three-floored traditional village property (Rosario’s mother lives on the ground floor!), and the obvious advantage of that, of course, is that they are always on hand if you have any problems, or just want to ask a question. Anything you need, you only have to say – they will be only too delighted to do what they can to assist. Above all, they will do their utmost to ensure that you have the most pleasurable – and utterly memorable – stay. (And that, by the way, includes providing you with the best welcome pack you’re ever likely to experience in any self-catering rental property!) But they are never intrusive – they’re there when you need them, invisible when you don’t. Frigiliana itself is a delightful village. It’s a ‘working’ village, really, which means that the bars and restaurants are, for the most part, there to cater for the locals, rather than the tourists. Ergo, a little Spanish, although not absolutely essential, is appreciated, and goes a long way. You will find very reasonable prices in most establishments, and in one or two places prices are much lower than you’d find in the UK. Sure, there are one or two touristy spots, but by and large these tend to cater for the day-trippers who come up from Nerja for the day, and then go away again around late afternoon, allowing the village to return to its normal air of tranquillity, with the sound of local children having fun in the little streets and plazas the only thing you’ll be likely to hear of an evening. But if you do fancy the “bright lights” of Nerja, there is a frequent local bus service between there and the village (last bus back to Frigiliana is 8.30pm, so any later and you’ll need a taxi – but it’s only a 5-10 minute drive so that’s not an expensive option). There is, however, no service on a Sunday. If you decide to hire a car, Javier can organise that for you. As I write this, we are just about to depart for Frigiliana for our next visit, and cannot wait to get there! We hope you, too, manage to get there one day. You won’t regret the decision to go, I promise you.

lee r Bristol, United Kingdom Very good, highly recommended. Left on May 3, 2012 for a stay in Apr 2012 Beautiful village, fantastic location especially roof top terrace. Nice and comfortable accommodation, very friendly and helpful owners.