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!

tent Torremolinos

tent Torremolinos

3 out of 5
Hoyo 28 Torremolinos Malaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹10,007 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
₹10,007
₹11,008 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
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! (1,336 reviews)
"Overall happy with my stay. Having a mini fridge in the room would improve the stay."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

tent Torremolinos
Don Carlos Marbella

Don Carlos Marbella

5 out of 5
Avda. Zurita s/n Marbella Malaga
The price is ₹58,271 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹58,271
₹64,098 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Marbella. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
"Great property and amenities. The beach club was impossible to get a chair at afternoon 11am but otherwise everything is great."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Don Carlos Marbella
METT Marbella Estepona

METT Marbella Estepona

5 out of 5
Urb. Costalita s/n Estepona Malaga
The price is ₹56,014 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
₹56,014
₹61,615 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Estepona. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (171 reviews)
"Worst service ever in a 5 star. Can’t work outside the box."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

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
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! (676 reviews)
"Very busy and low quality"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 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
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! (697 reviews)
"breakfastI don't like it poor every day same thing nothing new balcony not very good I have some noisy neighbour next door, and in safari restaurant when we order something coming very late ore never came shot have better stuff, I can not say everything was bed but shouldn't be better"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol
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! (1,255 reviews)
"My apartment was lovely and spacious. Super clean & air con was excellent. Tv in every too, Plenty free parking , Only down side was the resort was very big , and it was a long walk to the beach , Location is very good as the beaches locally are very nice . The sunbed and parasol hire was very reasonable ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham 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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