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Sun-soaked resorts of Andalusia's southern coast
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About Costa del Sol
Costa del Sol stretches along Andalusia's sunny southern coast—beach resorts, whitewashed villages, and Moorish influences blend. Winter sun draws Europeans; summer heat forces siestas. The Rif Mountains hover across the strait in Africa; history permeates everywhere.
Best months to visit
May, June, July, August, September, October
Things to do in Costa del Sol
Beach relax at Marbella, Fuengirola, or Benalmádena
Explore nearby pueblo blanco (white village) in hinterland mountains
Visit Frigiliana white village with narrow streets
Hike Las Alpujarras mountains for hiking trails
Water sports like windsurfing at Tarifa
Browse beach-front promenades and beach clubs
Weather by month
Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.
January
16C
Cool, with occasional showers.
February
16C
Cool, with occasional showers.
March
18C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
April
20C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
May
23C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
June
27C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
July
30C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
August
30C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
27C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
October
23C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
November
19C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
December
17C
Cool, with occasional showers.
Stretching along Andalusia's southern coast, the Costa del Sol bundles together glitzy resort towns, fishing-village charm and over 300 days of sunshine a year, making it one of Europe's most established beach holiday destinations. Towns like Marbella and Fuengirola cater to everything from package holidaymakers to yacht owners, while inland villages in the hills offer a quieter, more traditional Andalusian pace just a short drive from the beach. With Málaga's airport at its centre, it's an easy region to base a trip around.
Best areas to stay in Costa del Sol
Marbella
The glamorous heart of the coast, with a charming old town alongside upscale marinas and beach clubs.
Fuengirola
A family-friendly resort town with long beaches and a lively promenade.
Nerja
A more relaxed, scenic town with dramatic cliffside views and the famous Nerja Caves nearby.
Mijas Pueblo
A whitewashed hill village just inland, offering traditional Andalusian charm and coastal views.
Getting to Costa del Sol
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Flights
Málaga Airport sits at the centre of the region, with most resorts reachable within 30-60 minutes.
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From London
~2.5-3 hours by air from London.
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Getting around
A coastal train links Málaga to Fuengirola; buses and hire cars cover the rest of the coast and inland villages.
Frequently asked questions
What towns make up the Costa del Sol?
Marbella, Fuengirola, Torremolinos, Benalmádena, Estepona and Nerja are among the best-known, each with a different character from glamorous to family-friendly to laid-back.
When is the best time to visit the Costa del Sol?
May, June and September offer warm beach weather without the peak-summer crowds and prices; July and August are hottest and busiest.
Is the Costa del Sol good for families?
Yes — many resorts have shallow, sandy beaches, water parks and family-oriented amenities, particularly around Fuengirola and Benalmádena.
How do I get around the Costa del Sol?
A coastal train line connects Málaga to Fuengirola, while buses and hire cars are useful for reaching Marbella, Estepona and inland villages.
What's inland from the coast like?
The hills behind the coast hide whitewashed pueblos blancos such as Mijas and Casares, offering a quieter, more traditional alternative to the beach resorts.
Traveler reviews
★★★★☆
Stayed in Fuengirola with the kids and the beach plus train access to Málaga made it really easy. Weather was perfect.
Tracey H. · June 2023
★★★★★
Hired a car and explored the white villages inland as well as the coast — Mijas Pueblo was a real surprise, much quieter than the beach towns.
Antonio M. · September 2024
★★★★☆
Marbella old town was charming away from the busier marina areas. Very hot in August so we mostly stuck to the beach and shaded squares.
Brigitte L. · August 2023
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