Costa del Sol Travel Guide

Tourist 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!

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 £102 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£102
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Marbella. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hard Rock Hotel Marbella – Puerto Banús
tent Torremolinos

tent Torremolinos

3 out of 5
Hoyo 28 Torremolinos Malaga
The price is £59 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£59
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free breakfast, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,405 reviews)
"Great hotel in town centre, ideal location for buses/trains. Room we were given was on first floor and didn’t have the best view. Asked at reception next day if possible to change rooms with a better view. This wasn’t an issue snd Staff were very helpful and allocated us another room on 9th floor ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

tent Torremolinos
Catalonia Molina Lario

Catalonia Molina Lario

4 out of 5
Molina Lario 20-22 Málaga Malaga
The price is £159 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£159
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
Catalonia Molina Lario
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
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Estepona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (719 reviews)
"We arrived to our first apartment and it was nothing like the photos- everything was old and worn- the furniture was hideously stained and we could only sit on it with a towel to cover it. The outdoor beds were ridiculous and should have been thrown out years before. The door-lock was not secure- ..."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Ona Valle Romano Golf & Resort
Costa del Sol Glamping Village Fuengirola

Costa del Sol Glamping Village Fuengirola

3 out of 5
Autovia del Mediterraneo 207 Fuengirola
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Fuengirola. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 beach bars. Popular attractions Los Boliches Beach and Fuengirola ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (346 reviews)
"I would say perfect spot the beach is just across the street they have Laudry everything you need staff were excellent just wouldn’t sunset the restaurant I ordered the English breakfast said yogurt granola and fruit got nothing and my friend urged the continental she didn’t get it either the waitress ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Costa del Sol Glamping Village Fuengirola
Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol

Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol

5 out of 5
Carretera de Cadiz, km 206 Mijas Malaga
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Mijas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (778 reviews)
"High class well organised accommodation in stunning grounds all well tended to Good restaurants with excellent food Entertainment good Pools and surroundings top class Dining a little on the expensive side but quality can't be faulted Easy access to adjacent town and some very good off site restaurants ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol
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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