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 £158 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
£158
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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
Senator Banús Adults Recomended

Senator Banús Adults Recomended

5 out of 5
Urb. Benamara, Avda. Dos Hermanas Estepona Malaga
The price is £149 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£149
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Estepona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Senator Banús Adults Recomended
tent Torremolinos

tent Torremolinos

3 out of 5
Hoyo 28 Torremolinos Malaga
The price is £69 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
£69
1 Oct - 2 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 ...
tent Torremolinos
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 family-friendly aparthotel in Mijas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 9 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,315 reviews)
"Subject: Disappointing Stay This Year — Compared to Our Great Experience Last Year Dear [Guest Services Manager / Management Team], I’m writing to share how deeply disappointed we are with our stay this year, especially compared to our wonderful experience with you last year. Last year, we stayed ..."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham 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
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Nerja. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (995 reviews)
"Location is amazing, room, pool beach. Really missing a bar with real glasses inside, everything revolves around the pool area. That said great hotel and would return!"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Ona Marinas de Nerja Spa Resort
Aparthotel Spa del Palacete, Historic Center

Aparthotel Spa del Palacete, Historic Center

4 out of 5
Calle Pozos Dulces 11 Málaga Málaga
Stay at this aparthotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, on-site spa services and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (584 reviews)
"The location was honestly spot on, right in the centre. The apartment was beautiful, great air con and kitchen facilities. The reception staff were amazing and let us keep our bags there until 3 after check out and booked us a taxi to the airport."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Aparthotel Spa del Palacete, Historic Center
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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