Indulge in the Affordable Luxury of a Self Catering Holiday on Spain's Costa del Sol
More than 300 days of gorgeous sunshine, year-round ideal weather and a coastline dotted with resort towns all make Spain’s Costa del Sol a holiday hotspot. Visitors return year after year to enjoy Costa del Sol self catering holidays on the sun-soaked beaches, to explore quaint, old-world fishing villages and or to see and be seen in this coastal destination. Costa del Sol accommodation ranges from affordable Costa del Sol holiday apartments to luxury villas, offering options for every type of tourist, regardless of their holiday budgets. Winter temperatures stay around 16ºC with a few days of rain, while summer temperatures climb to an average of 30ºC with just the rare summer storm to offer a change in weather.
Popular resort towns for those looking for Costa del Sol holiday apartments, or elegantly appointed villas for their Costa del sol accommodation, include Mijas Costa, Marbella, Frigiliana, Calahonda, Puerto Banus, Benalmadena, Nerja, Torremolinos, Malaga and Fuengirola, which are just a few of the top spots that you will find in Andalusia’s Malaga province. The towns that dot the coast of Spain’s Costa del Sol were mostly fishing villages in years past; however, with the influx of tourists increasing each year, many have grown into modern tourist resorts with a plethora of options for Costa del Sol self catering holidays.
Couples and families in search of Costa del Sol accommodation that is centrally located and offers family-friendly beaches and outdoor adventures often opt for Costa del Sol holiday apartments in Fuengirola, which is a perfect holiday home base for those interested in visiting the world-famous Fuengirola market, exploring the Caves of Nerja, meandering through the architecture of Seville or sightseeing at historical sites, such as the remains of Sohail. Many Costa del Sol self catering accommodation options are within an easy stroll of cafés, pubs and restaurants, allowing visitors to experience local cuisine and nightlife before heading back to their private Costa del Sol accommodation to relax before the adventures the next day will bring.
Costa del Sol apartments and Costa del Sol self catering villas in Banelmadena are another popular option for couples, families and groups of friends on holiday on Spain’s Sun Coast. This beachside resort town is home to numerous family-friendly activities, such as the Selwo Marina Dolphinarium, the Sealife Centre, the Tivoli World amusement park and an old-world Spanish village, as well as botanical gardens and the opportunity to take in breathtaking views from Mount Carramolo after stepping off of the cable car ride to the top.
Opting for Costa del Sol self catering holidays in private, luxury Costa del Sol accommodation will allow you to live like a local during your time on the coast and can help you save your money for visiting local attractions and participating in enticing activities and adventures. By allowing you to prepare some meals at home, have the convenience of your own laundry facilities and never have to fight for parking, Costa del Sol holiday apartments and villas will save you time and money, allowing you to focus on fully enjoying your holiday with your partner, family or friends.