Costa del Sol

Travel Guide

A coastal town with a stone wall, beach umbrellas, and rocky cliffs.
A narrow street with outdoor seating, a bell tower, and a tiled pavement.
A cobblestone path, a wrought iron fence, and a mountainous landscape in the background.
A scenic overlook with a view of a valley, mountains, and a stone building with arches.
A beach with umbrellas, a boat, and a rocky cliff with houses.

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!

Don Carlos Marbella

Don Carlos Marbella

5 out of 5
Avda. Zurita s/n Marbella Malaga
The price is P37,947 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
P37,947
P41,742 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Marbella. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
"Beautiful resort, fabulous amenities snd nearby restaurants and clubs. Clean beach area. Lots of pool options including Lucia. Food is wonderful. Kids club is amazing. Love, love, love!!"

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2026

Don Carlos Marbella
tent Torremolinos

tent Torremolinos

3 out of 5
Hoyo 28 Torremolinos Malaga
The price is P7,887 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
P7,887
P8,676 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,338 reviews)
"Ideal location in Torremolinos, close to the centre, beach and train and bus stations. Hotel was very clean and had excellent amenities, late brunch instead of just breakfast was a great touch. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026

tent Torremolinos
METT Marbella Estepona

METT Marbella Estepona

5 out of 5
Urb. Costalita s/n Estepona Malaga
The price is P36,232 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
P36,232
P39,855 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Estepona. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
METT Marbella Estepona
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.
Ona Valle Romano Golf & Resort

Ona Valle Romano Golf & Resort

4 out of 5
Calle Flaminio 2 Estepona Malaga
Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Estepona. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (677 reviews)
"Very busy and low quality"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2026

Ona Valle Romano Golf & Resort
Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol

Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol

5 out of 5
Carretera de Cadiz, km 206 Mijas Malaga
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Mijas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (707 reviews)
"We stayed as a family of five in a three bedroom accommodation. Checking was very interesting, off location, about one mile away from the actual location of where we stay, and driving around in the area, is not easy at all, being immediately off the highway. A7. Anyway, we made it to this floor level ..."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026

Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol
Ona Marinas de Nerja Spa Resort

Ona Marinas de Nerja Spa Resort

4 out of 5
CN 340 Km 289,50 Nerja Malaga
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Nerja. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (984 reviews)
"Really nice to have the beachfront access and a good pool, but the hotel itself is only ok. Spacious but dated rooms showing a lot of wear and tear, in need of new furniture and bathroom remodel. Breakfast buffet was very good, dinner less so. The dining room is crowded and understaffed. Very limited ..."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026

Ona Marinas de Nerja Spa Resort
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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