Costa del Sol holidays
Spain's sunshine coast: golf courses, marinas, British-friendly resorts and tapas bars that never close. A two-and-a-half-hour flight to guaranteed sun.
Why choose the Costa del Sol?
The Costa del Sol is Spain's most popular coast for good reason. It's close, sunny, well set up for British visitors and packed with everything from budget family resorts to glamorous marinas and championship golf courses.
From the lively strip of Torremolinos to the chic marina of Puerto Banus and the old town of Marbella, there's a stretch for every style and budget. It's the easy, reliable holiday that always delivers.
Unmissable Costa del Sol.
Stroll Marbella Old Town
Orange-tree squares, tapas bars and whitewashed lanes. The Costa's most charming corner.
Boat-watch at Puerto Banus
Superyachts, sports cars and designer shops. Free to gawp, expensive to buy.
Play a round of golf
Dozens of championship courses, year-round play. Pack the clubs or hire them at the clubhouse.
Day trip to Granada
The Alhambra palace is one of the world's great sights. A long day trip, but worth every minute.
When to go.
Here's the cheat sheet for Costa del Sol.
May
23°
9h/day
Jun
27°
11h/day
Jul
31°
12h/day
Aug
31°
11h/day
Sep
28°
9h/day
Oct
24°
7h/day
Our pick: Late May to mid-June, or September. Warm seas, quiet beaches, and prices that don't sting.
Find your bearings.
Where to stay.
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from £399ppGood questions.
Do I need a visa for the Costa del Sol?+
No. It's part of Spain, so UK passport holders travel visa-free for up to 90 days under Schengen rules.
Is the Costa del Sol good value?+
Very. Self-catering and budget resorts keep prices down, and eating out is inexpensive compared to the UK.
What's the best time to visit?+
April to June and September to October are ideal. July and August are hot; winters are mild and popular with golfers.
How long is the flight?+
Around 2.5 to 3 hours from the UK, with direct flights to Malaga from most airports.
