Costa del Sol

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Nerja showing general coastal views, a coastal town and rugged coastline
Ronda which includes street scenes
Ronda showing a park
El Tajo Gorge featuring farmland
Nerja featuring boating, general coastal views and a sandy beach
The Costa del Sol offers both tranquillity and fun, in surroundings that have been recognised worldwide for its leisure offerings as well as its famous visitors.

Enjoy a holiday in the Costa del Sol, one of the most prestigious tourist coastlines in Europe. The Costa del Sol covers a group of towns from the province of Malaga to Campo de Gibraltar in Cádiz, and receives more than a third of all tourists to Andalusia. Sports lovers will enjoy its ideal location for water activities, while those who seek sophistication can play on any of the more than 70 golf courses in the area, mainly located between the towns of Mijas and Estepona. Horse fans can head to any of the many equestrian centres in the area the Hipódromo Costa del Sol is one of the area’s most iconic attractions, with over 3.7 acres of open space looking directly over the tracks, and stands with 2,500 seats.

When you’re enjoying a holiday deal to the Costa del Sol, be sure to take time out to relax on its beaches. Spanning just under 100 miles, it isn’t easy to choose the best one: Burriana, Torreblanca, La Rada, Los Álamos and a never-ending series of areas of great natural beauty.

If you’d like more to do than the typical sun and beach activities, check out the cultural offerings. The best option is to go to the capital of the Costa del Sol, Malaga. If you decide on a package holiday to the Costa del Sol, Malaga offers great architectural beauty, with highlights such as the Alcazaba Fort, the Roman Theatre, which you’ll find at its feet, the Cathedral, Castillo de Gibralfaro and the Atarazanas shipyards. Art lovers will already know that Malaga is the birthplace of an iconic artist, and will definitely want to visit the Picasso Museum, located in the beautiful Renaissance palace of Buenavista, which dates back to the 16th century.

Head to the Costa del Sol and enjoy its excellent climate: over 300 days of sunshine a year and an average temperature of nearly 20 degrees. Get ready to enjoy this spectacular destination!

Where to stay in Costa del Sol

Port of Malaga which includes general coastal views, boating and a marina

Málaga Centro

Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach are a few top attractions in Málaga Centro. Hop around the city on the metro at La Marina Station or La Malagueta Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, stunning cathedral, and captivating waterfront views.

Málaga Centro
Puerto Banus which includes landscape views and a small town or village

Puerto Banús

Puerto Banús is a destination visitors seek out for is pristine beaches, ample dining options, and captivating waterfront views. You might also want to check out attractions like Puerto Banús Marina or El Corte Ingles Shopping Center while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Puerto Banús
Orange Square showing a fountain

Marbella City Centre

Marbella City Centre is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Orange Square and Venus Beach.

Marbella City Centre
Balcon de Europa featuring views and general coastal views as well as a large group of people

Nerja City Centre

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Nerja City Centre. A stop by Tuesday Market or Calahonda Beach might round out your trip.

Nerja City Centre
Fuengirola City Centre

Fuengirola City Centre

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Fuengirola City Centre. A stop by Bioparc Fuengirola or Fuengirola Beach might round out your trip.

Fuengirola City Centre
La Carihuela showing street scenes

Carihuela

Carihuela is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like La Carihuela and Los Alamos Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Torremolinos.

Carihuela
Hard Rock Hotel Marbella – Puerto Banús
Hard Rock Hotel Marbella – Puerto Banús
4 out of 5
Urb. Nueva Andalucía, s/n, Marbella, Málaga
The price is P6,406 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
P6,406
P7,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Marbella. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (500 reviews)
Great Hotel
"Great hotel to stay at and the pool is great place to relax. Room was very good with comfortable beds"

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2024

Hard Rock Hotel Marbella – Puerto Banús
Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Costa del Sol
Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Costa del Sol
3.5 out of 5
Carretera de Cadiz, km 206, Mijas, Malaga
The price is P3,305 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P3,305
P3,635 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Mijas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8/10 Very Good! (929 reviews)
Lovely stay, lovely setting just out of Fuengirola
"When we arrived early as check in was 1600 they allowed us to check in and gave us free upgrade which was much appreciated. We dropped bags in bag store and went out to explore and they were brought back to our room at 1600. The hotel is very large made up of lots of sections with a free train bus ..."

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2024

Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Costa del Sol
Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo
Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo
4 out of 5
Paseo Maritimo s/n, Torremolinos, Malaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,672 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
P3,672
P4,039 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Regular guests
"The place is good, but the pillows are very uncomfortable and too soft. We couldn't sleep well."

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2024

Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Costa del Sol
Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Costa del Sol
3.5 out of 5
Carretera de Cadiz, km 206, Mijas, Malaga
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Mijas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8/10 Very Good! (929 reviews)
Lovely stay, lovely setting just out of Fuengirola
"When we arrived early as check in was 1600 they allowed us to check in and gave us free upgrade which was much appreciated. We dropped bags in bag store and went out to explore and they were brought back to our room at 1600. The hotel is very large made up of lots of sections with a free train bus ..."

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2024

Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Costa del Sol
Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol
Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol
5 out of 5
Carretera de Cadiz, km 206, Mijas, Malaga
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Mijas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (322 reviews)
"I was not happy that this huge resort that was almost empty ( low season of November / floods) and yet I was assigned a room that had a door separating it from the next one ( junior suite) occupied by family with little kids. Annoyed little with noise. I would have complained but noise stopped around ..."

Reviewed on Nov 19, 2024

Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol
Aparthotel Spa del Palacete
Aparthotel Spa del Palacete
4 out of 5
Calle Pozos Dulces 11, Málaga, Málaga
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (323 reviews)
"Nice and clean"

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2024

Aparthotel Spa del Palacete
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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