The 10 best Resorts in Costa del Sol, Spain

Don Carlos Resort & Spa 5* is located on one of the nicest beaches of Marbella, just 10 minutes from Marbella’s historical downtown and close to the area’s most exclusive restaurants, shopping, nightlife and entertainment. The beautiful resort is nestled around a lush tropical garden of 40.000sqm which is an oasis in its own. The resort is formed by 3 sections composed by the Hotel with 243 rooms and suites, the Oasis boutique adult’s only hotel with 35 accommodation options and the Deluxe Villas with 24 fully equipped units with 1 or 2 bedrooms. All options offer an extensive VIP program, including personal assistant service at the Deluxe Villas. Two private beach clubs are available, including a Nikki Beach for unforgettable celebrations and the Don Carlos Beach club with a more relaxed atmosphere. Both beach clubs have outdoor swimming pools. A fully equipped water sports centre during the summer season offers action packed fun for adults and children. Live the Don Carlos Resort & Spa at its fullest enjoying all the leisure facilities including the Don Carlos Tennis Club with 7 clay courts, 2 hard courts, 1 basketball court, a football 7 court and complete gym and spinning room. An additional 24 hour gym is available at the hotel. Relax and unwind at the Oasis Spa, for adults only, with more than 1.600sqm of bespoke facilities including a complete water circuit, beauty & wellness programs with state of the art equipment using products from Natura Bissé and the latest trends in treatments. The Expedition kids club will be the centre point for the little ones where parents can entrust the fun and wellbeing of their children to our qualified staff providing them with a program of creative activities, fun and games throughout the day. The main outdoor swimming pool is heated so guests can swim during anytime of the year. There is also a kid’s plunge pool next to the main pool. Gastronomy plays a very important role in the resort where 6 restaurants and 3 bars are available offering local and international experiences with bespoke concept gastronomy. The resort welcomes meeting and incentive groups offering 13 meeting rooms where the largest room can hold up to 1000 delegates with high ceiling and sea views.

Everyone needs a place to lay their weary head. For travelers visiting Marbella, Hotel Don Pepe Gran Melia is an excellent choice for rest and rejuvenation. Well-known for its family-friendly environment and proximity to great restaurants and attractions, Hotel Don Pepe Gran Melia makes it easy to enjoy the best of Marbella. The rooms offer a flat screen TV, a minibar, and air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. Hotel Don Pepe Gran Melia features a concierge and room service. In addition, as a valued Don Pepe Gran Melia guest, you can enjoy a pool and breakfast that are available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to parking. Nearby landmarks such as Fuente La Venus de Mabella (0.6 mi) and Avenida del Mar (0.9 mi) make Hotel Don Pepe Gran Melia a great place to stay when visiting Marbella. If you’re looking for a seafood restaurant, consider a visit to Lobito de Mar, Bar Altamirano, or Los Mellizos Marbella, which are all conveniently located a short distance from Hotel Don Pepe Gran Melia. If you are interested in exploring Marbella, check out a lighthouse, such as Faro de Marbella. Whether you’re traveling for business, pleasure or both, Hotel Don Pepe Gran Melia is sure to make your visit to Marbella one worth remembering.

From the very first moment you arrive, the Iberostar Selection Marbella Coral Beach hotel brings peace and quiet to all travellers. Located on the seafront at La Milla de Oro in Marbella, decked out in a fine Mediterranean style and offering all kinds of experiences and attractive activities. Its 170 rooms and state-of-the-art suites make this a magnificent hotel where you can spend a few intimate days relaxing in the tranquillity of Marbella. The hotel features free Premium Wi-Fi services, two pools, a fitness room, all inclusive option, massage service, body treatments, a buffet restaurant, 2 bars and The Origin Beach Soul Marbella restaurant located on the seafront promenade with a private pool. “Wave of Change” is a pioneering initiative from the Iberostar group to reduce the use of plastics, to promote responsible consumption of seafood and improve coastal health.

The Gran Hotel Miramar Resort & Spa 5*GL; with the principal entrance facing the Mediterranean Sea, offers marvellous views over the Bay of Malaga and is just 5 minutes from the cityEs top museums (including the Picasso; Carmen Thyssen; Centre Pompidou and Hermitage) It is considered the masterpiece of architect Fernando Guerrero StrachanEs work and took five years to complete, finally being opened in 1926 by King Alfonso XIII under the name "Hotel Principe de Asturias". From 1936 until 1939, it was used as a hospital during the Spanish Civil War. It then returned to being a hotel, under the moniker Hotel Miramar, until it closed for business in 1967. During the period of 1987 to 2007, it was used as a courthouse. This beautiful historic building has welcomed illustrious guests from amongst European nobility, the world of the arts and Spanish high society.

ILUNION Hacienda del Sol is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Mijas, offering a charming environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Guest rooms offer amenities such as a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and guests can go online with free wifi offered by the hotel. Puerta Sol Club features a 24 hour front desk, baggage storage, and a coffee shop, to help make your stay more enjoyable. The property also boasts a pool and free breakfast. If you are driving to Hacienda Puerta Del Sol Hotel, free parking is available. Nearby landmarks such as San Sebastian Church (1.0 mi) and Capella Virgen de la Pena (2.0 mi) make Puerta Sol Club a great place to stay when visiting Mijas. If you’re looking for a Chinese restaurant, consider a visit to New Sun Chinese Restaurant, which is not far from Hacienda Puerta Del Sol Hotel. Plus, during your trip, don't forget to check out a government building, such as Ayuntamiento de Mijas. Enjoy your stay in Mijas!

The Hotel Amàre Marbella is much more than a luxury destination, it's a magical experience too wonderful for words. Its Mediterranean name tries to capture the essence of this private paradise. "Amàre" not only means "love" but also gives the feel of the "sea" and displays a very natural and unforgettable world that you will not be able to resist. Amàre Marbella is a unique hotel in Costa del Sol that brings together the perfect ingredients for a delightful stay: it's an adults only hotel, on the beachfront and close to Marbella's old town. Once you step in our Spa Hotel you will feel as if you were crossing an open door to the sea where all your wishes are granted. The beautiful Mediterranean shore will be right in your lap without your feet even touching the sand. Would you like to order a cocktail while sunbathing? Just press a button. Our entire staff is waiting to help you. And what about an appetising breakfast no matter the time you wake up? It's there for you, served in the fresh air. There's no detail that has been passed over to give you the best imaginable holidays for couples. Savour the beauty of the sea at Amàre Beach, dive into relaxation lying in the Amàre Pool or just switch off in the Amàre Lounge . Chill Out music surrounds these three distinct environments, which will award you innumerable distinct pleasures.

Los Amigos Beach Club by Diamond Resorts is the perfect peaceful holiday accommodation in Costa del Sol for families and couples offering spacious apartments, fantastic outdoor swimmingpool and indoor spa and plenty of activities for everybody.

The Parador de Nerja sits on a cliff above the sea on the Malaga coast, amidst wonderful beaches. As you surely know, in Nerja, summer is blue, adventurous and welcoming. The hotel will greet you with a magnificent garden in which the greenery contrasts with the blue of the swimming pool. The bright, spacious interior is very comfortable and almost all of the guest rooms have balconies facing the sea. The superior rooms offer spectacular views of the Mediterranean, the Sierra Almijara mountains and the lovely cliffs. The Parador also has an elevator that directly accesses Burriana Beach.