Conditions générales

1. Booking Agreement

By making a booking through sabinillasbeach.com, you agree to these terms and conditions. A booking is confirmed once payment has been received and a confirmation email has been sent to the email address provided.

The property is registered as a tourist accommodation under the Andalusian regional government with licence number VFT/MA/238741 (Vivienda con Fines Turisticos).

2. Payment Terms

We offer two payment options when booking:

• Pay Now: The full booking amount is charged immediately. You receive a 3% discount on the total price as a thank-you for paying upfront.
• Reserve Now, Pay Later: Your card details are saved securely at the time of booking, but no charge is made. The full amount is charged automatically 14 days before your check-in date. You may cancel free of charge at any time before the payment is processed.

If your check-in date is less than 14 days away, only the Pay Now option is available.

All prices are in EUR and include applicable taxes. Payments are processed securely via Stripe. We accept credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal. PayPal is available on the Pay Now option only; the Reserve Now, Pay Later and pay-on-arrival options require a card so the balance can be charged automatically.

3. Cancellation Policy

Please see our dedicated Cancellation Policy page for full details. In summary:

• More than 7 days before check-in: full refund of all payments made. No questions asked.
• Less than 7 days before check-in: only the first night is charged. The rest of your payment will be refunded.
• No-show (no cancellation made): the full booking amount will be charged. Please always let us know if your plans change.
• "Reserve Now, Pay Later" bookings: free cancellation at any time before the charge is processed (14 days before check-in). After the charge, the tiers above apply.

4. Check-in and Check-out

• Check-in time: from 16:00 (4pm)
• Check-out time: by 10:00 (10am)
• Early check-in and late check-out may be available as bookable extras, subject to availability.
• Your host Alexander will meet you in person for a welcome and key handover. The apartment door uses a smart lock with a temporary PIN provided before arrival.

5. House Rules

• Maximum occupancy: 6 guests
• No smoking inside the apartment
• No pets
• No parties or events
• Quiet hours: 23:00 to 08:00 (as per community rules)
• Guests are responsible for keeping the apartment in a reasonable condition during their stay
• Community pool rules must be followed (no diving, children must be supervised)
• Recycling: please separate waste into the appropriate bins as indicated in the guest guide

6. Liability

The property owner is not liable for any loss, theft, or damage to guests' personal belongings during the stay. The property is insured for guest stays, but guests are advised to have their own travel insurance.

Guests are responsible for any damage caused to the property, furnishings, or equipment during their stay and may be charged accordingly.

7. Guest Registration

In accordance with Spanish law, all guests must provide identification details for registration with the Policia Nacional (Parte de Viajero) within 24 hours of check-in. Your host will guide you through this process.

8. Extras and Add-on Services

Extras booked through our platform are subject to availability. Some extras (such as airport shuttles and private chef services) require advance notice. Extras can be added up to 48 hours before check-in. Refunds for cancelled extras follow the same policy as the main booking cancellation.

9. Governing Law

These terms and conditions are governed by Spanish law. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of Malaga, Spain.

10. Contact

For any questions regarding these terms, please contact us at hello@sabinillasbeach.com.