We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Costa del Sol, Spain. We have also included accommodation in apartments, villas, guest houses, boutique hotels, mansions, monasteries, residences, historic buildings, romantic hotels, boats and holiday homes. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated December 2023.
Guest House.Unique. Great views. Popular among women. Offering spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea, Luxury Bed & Breakfast welcomeinnnerja is located in Nerja. This spacious villa features a swimming pool, various terraces and a hot tub. Luxury Bed & Breakfast has a communal lounge with a wood-burning fireplace. Free Wi-Fi is offered, as well as computers with internet access and printer. You can also enjoy gardened areas. Breakfast is included in the welcomeinnnerja. Each room features themed décor and has air conditioning and heating. Pool towels and a laundry service are available at an extra cost. The centre of Nerja is 5 minutes’ drive away from this boutique accommodation. Malaga is 54 km away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming.Opened September 2020. Set in Marbella, 2.3 km from El Alicate Beach, Cortijo Boutique Marbella offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With a bar, the property also has barbecue facilities. The hotel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. At the hotel, all rooms have a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Cortijo Boutique Marbella features some units with sea views, and each room is equipped with a coffee machine. All guest rooms will provide guests with a minibar. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Marbella, like fishing. Bahía de Marbella Beach is 2.4 km from Cortijo Boutique Marbella, while La Cala Golf is 15 km from the property. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 48 km from the hotel.Show full description
One of the most CREATIVE AND COSY boutique hotels in Costa del Sol.
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great value. Hotel Claude Marbella is a restored 17th-century building 150 metres from Marbella’s Plaza de los Naranjos. The elegant rooms have an iPod dock, 32-inch flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. Meals are served in the beautiful black and white dining room, and there is also 24-hour room service. Rooms at this luxury boutique hotel all include terracotta floors, sandstone baths and fine fabrics. All have a different theme, exclusive furniture and a bathroom with Molton Brown toiletries, a bathrobe and slippers. Hotel Claude Marbella's restaurant offers breakfast, tapas and Mediterranean snacks. Dinner can be reserved in advance. A car rental, ticket service and tour desk is available at the 24-hour front desk at Hotel Claude Marbella. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the beach, only 150 metres from the Bonsai Museum.Show full description
Resort.Elegant. This luxury hotel and spa, with its own championship golf course, is a 5-minute drive from Bahía de Casares Beach. It features 2 outdoor pools and a private, seasonal beach club with infinity pool, restaurant and bar. Home of the annual Volvo World Match Play Championship in 2009, 2011 and 2012, the hotel’s 18-hole golf course was designed by Cabell Robinson. There is a Turkish bath, sauna, and a unique snow cave. Other on-site facilities include the Jack Nicklaus Academy, 2 tennis courts, and 2 padel courts. The Cortesin spa includes an indoor pool and gym. Treatments include massage. Finca Cortesin Hotel Golf & Spa offers air-conditioned suites with a private balcony, flat-screen satellite TV and free internet access. All bathrooms come with a hairdryer, bathrobe and slippers. REI by Finca Cortesin is the hotel's signature restaurant. Its cuisine is renowned for both exquisite traditional Japanese dishes, as well as others that have emerged by fusing Japanese with Mediterranean influences. Guests are able to admire the Master chef himself, Luis Olarra, at work in the kitchen as he prepares mouth-watering dishes; combining the highest quality seafood and raw materials, produce grown organically in our very own vegetable garden and Spanish cuisine classics. While the 5 other dining venues include Don Giovanni Italian restaurant, Mediterranean cuisine at The Beach Club, Mediterranean flavours at El Jardin de Lutz and tapas and cocktails at The Blue Bar. You can also enjoy views of the golf course and the Mediterranean at the Golf Club Restaurant. Marbella is a 35-minute drive from the property while Sotogrande is 20 minutes drive away. The nearest airport is Gibraltar Airport, 40 minutes' drive away while Malaga Airport is 60 minutes away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Romantic. Nice surroundings. Situated in Estepona, 2.8 km from La Rada Beach, El Molino Estepona features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Among the various facilities are a shared lounge, a terrace, as well as a bar. The accommodation offers room service, a concierge service and luggage storage for guests. At the hotel, each room comes with a desk, bed linen and a patio with a garden view. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while some rooms have a balcony and some have mountain views. All rooms at El Molino Estepona have air conditioning and a wardrobe. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Estepona, like cycling. A business centre and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at El Molino Estepona. La Duquesa Golf is 20 km from the hotel, while Estepona Golf is 12 km from the property. The nearest airport is Gibraltar International Airport, 50 km from El Molino Estepona.Show full description
El Molino Estepona is a charming boutique hotel. The cozy rooms have antique furniture, giving it an authentic Andalusian vibe. The outdoor pool is a highlight, perfect for relaxation.
Boutique hotel.Beautiful. Rooftop pool. Built in 1932, this listed building preserves much of its historic charm. It has over 3,500m² of public areas, gardens and terraces. Rooms at the Hotel Castillo de Santa Catalina feature a plasma TV, marble or tiled bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, and unique décor. The hotel offers spectacular views over Málaga Bay. The rooms at the Castillo come with individual climate control, a safe and a minibar. Many offer sea views. Free parking is offered on site. The Santa Catalina is situated in the exclusive El Limonar area of Málaga, 800 metres from La Caleta Beach. The Picasso Museum and the city centre are less than 2 km away.Show full description
The hotel is a historic castle with preserved 1930s architecture. It has spacious public areas, gardens, and terraces. The rooms are equipped with modern amenities and some have beautiful sea views.
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Popular among couples. - Set in a residential area, the hotel is 1km from the beach and 4km from Fuengirola's old town. Walking through the hotel's gardens, the beach is just a ten-minute walk away. - Our hotel has a salt-water pool and serves a luxurious continental breakfast on a beautiful sunlit terrace. - Our restaurant offers a romantic dining experience and a charming terrace overlooking our gardens and the sea. A train can be taken at the nearby Torreblanca train station which runs both to Fuengirola and the centre of Malaga. Parking is free. We serve Lebanese and Mediterranean dishes with plenty of options for vegetarians and vegans. - Offering a private balcony with sunning garden views, each room room features a free minibar, air conditioning and a flat-screen Smart TV, and a minibar. The bathrooms includes a hairdryer and free Molton Brown toiletries. - The pretty village of Mijas is 8km away and Malaga Airport is a 20-minute drive from the property.Show full description
Apartment.Historic. Great location. Set in the centre of Málaga, 1.6 km from La Malagueta Beach and 1.9 km from La Caleta Beach, Picasso City Center 1A offers free WiFi and air conditioning. It is situated 300 metres from Picasso Museum and offers a lift. The spacious apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.5 km from San Andres Beach. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Dining options are available close to the apartment. Popular points of interest near Picasso City Center 1A include Alcazaba, Museum of Glass and Crystal and Jorge Rando Museum. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 11 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment.Hip. Superb interior design. Located in Benalmádena and only 2.7 km from Playa de Arroyo Hondo, B&B Finca La Vida Loca - Adults only provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features mountain and pool views, and is 2.9 km from Playa de la Viborilla. The apartment complex will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a outdoor furniture, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. At the apartment complex, units are fitted with bed linen and towels. The property is equipped with a year-round outdoor pool with a pool bar and is situated 1.1 km from Plaza de Espana. Each unit is equipped with a kettle, while some rooms are equipped with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a microwave and a stovetop. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available daily at the apartment. A bar can be found on-site. Guests at B&B Finca La Vida Loca - Adults only can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Benalmadena Puerto Marina is 8.1 km from the accommodation, while Automobile and Fashion Museum is 21 km away. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 20 km from B&B Finca La Vida Loca - Adults only.Show full description
This boutique B&B is a luxurious and unique place to stay. Managed by a friendly Dutch couple, the rooms are beautifully decorated and comfortable. The highlight is the breathtaking sea views, which can be admired from the outdoor pool, garden, terrace, and bar.
Holiday Home.Highly elegant. Great views. Set in Casares, 20 km from La Duquesa Golf and 12 km from Estepona Golf, El hogar de Lucía offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The property features mountain and garden views, and is 34 km from San Roque Golf Course. The holiday home features an outdoor fireplace and a 24-hour front desk. The spacious holiday home is fitted with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Sightseeing tours are available close to the property. Guests at the holiday home can enjoy pub crawls nearby, or make the most of the garden. El Paraíso is 39 km from El hogar de Lucía, while La Quinta Golf & Country Club is 42 km away. The nearest airport is Gibraltar International Airport, 49 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This might be the most elegant holiday home in Costa del Sol. It also has OUTSTANDING VIEWS.
Boutique hotel.Very stylish. Great interior design. Situated in Marbella, 1.8 km from Real de Zaragoza Beach, Casa Bodhi Boutique Hotel & Spa features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. With a shared lounge, the property also has a terrace, as well as a restaurant. An à la carte, continental or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The hotel also offers free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. At the hotel rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Casa Bodhi Boutique Hotel & Spa provides some rooms with pool views, and the rooms include a coffee machine. At the accommodation all rooms come with bed linen and towels. Nikki Beach is 2.7 km from Casa Bodhi Boutique Hotel & Spa, while Playa Las Chapas is 2.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 46 km from the hotel.Show full description
I think this place could be the most STYLISH boutique hotel in Costa del Sol.
Apartment.Great location. El Atardecer Skyline romantic views is situated in Málaga. The accommodation has free WiFi. The apartment has views of the bay, the Cathedral and Alcazaba. . Show full description
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely interior design.Opened September 2021. Set in Cómpeta, Malaga Hills Double Comfort Boutique & Wellness Hotel -Adults Only- has a bar. The property features a year-round outdoor pool, fitness centre, sauna and shared lounge. An à la carte, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available every morning at the property. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a wardrobe. All rooms come with a coffee machine, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while selected rooms here will provide you with a terrace and some have sea views. The units at Malaga Hills Double Comfort Boutique & Wellness Hotel -Adults Only- feature air conditioning and a safety deposit box. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Cómpeta, like hiking, skiing and cycling. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 74 km from Malaga Hills Double Comfort Boutique & Wellness Hotel -Adults Only-.Show full description
I think this is one of the most RELAXING boutique hotels in Costa del Sol.
Apartment.Historic property. Great location. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Las Mansiones de Constitución ApartamentosMalagaManagement is set in Málaga, In Constitución Square. Calle Larios is 200 metres away. Featuring a balcony, all the luxury apartments are air-conditioned and have a seating area with a flat-screen TV and DVD player All units include a kitchen equipped with a microwave and fridge. Malaga Cathedral is 200 metres from Las Mansiones de Constitución ApartamentosMalagaManagement, while Picasso Museum is 300 metres from the property. There is a private bathroom with a bath and bidet in each unit, along with free toiletries. Towels are available. An airport transfer is available for a surcharge. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 8 km from Las Mansiones de Constitución ApartamentosMalagaManagement.Show full description
This unique accommodation stands out for its historic property and stunning interior design. The apartments are spacious, with 2 or 3 bedrooms, multiple bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen.
Luxury Hotel.Elegant. Great bar. This luxurious beachfront hotel, set between Marbella and Puerto Banús, has 2 luxurious pools and 5 restaurants. Surrounded by lush gardens with direct beach access. Puerto Banús offers a wide range of designer shops, bars, and restaurants. The 18-hole golf course was designed by Dave Thomas and offers views of the Mediterranean Sea and Africa. Featuring bedrooms with a private terrace and sea or garden views, Marbella Club Hotel was originally the private residence of Prince Alfonso von Hohenlohe, the founder of the hotel. The property has 5 restaurants, serving International and traditional Spanish cuisine. The hotel provides shuttle service to Marbella Club Golf Resort. The property also features a Thalasso Spa with sea views, offering a range of treatments, including a sauna and water bed. This spacious complex also features a Kids' Club for children. It includes a dance studio, music room, an enchanted forest, among many other leisure and educational facilities.Show full description
Apartment.Great bar. Situated in Benalmádena, just a few steps from Playa de Arroyo Hondo, Malibu Playa Apartamento features beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, a bar and free WiFi. With sea views, this accommodation offers a balcony. Boasting a Blu-ray player, the spacious apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 1 bedroom, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and a bath. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. The accommodation provides a lift, private check-in and check-out and currency exchange for guests. The unit is air conditioned and is comprised of a terrace with an outdoor dining area as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. The apartment complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Playa de la Viborilla, Playa de la Yuca and Playa de Torremuelle. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 15 km from Malibu Playa Apartamento.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Great value. Popular among couples. Offering free Breakfast and free WiFi, Villa Breeze Boutique Guest Rooms, Marbella is only 900 metres from the nearest beach, and just 10 minutes taxi from Marbella Old Town. Every room is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. You will find a coffee machine in the room. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A sun terrace is also featured. You can engage in various activities, such as skiing and golfing. Plaza de los Naranjos and Marbella Old Town are 12 km from Villa Breeze Boutique Guest Rooms, Marbella, while Plaza de Toros Marbella is 11 km from the property. Malaga Airport is 31 km away. Adults only recommended.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Beautiful. Nice surroundings. Popular among couples. Cortijo Bravo is a 19th-Century country house, with a peaceful rural setting. It offers elegant accommodation, with an outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace. There are marble columns and a small fountain. Rooms at the hotel have classic décor. They all have a balcony or terrace, with views of the countryside. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available in the whole hotel. Cortijo Bravo has views of Malaga’s mountains and white villages. There is a garden with avocado trees. Inside, the hotel has a typical Andalusian courtyard. The hotel restaurant serves traditional Mediterranean food, with creative touches. In summer, meals can be eaten outside on the terrace. Free parking is also available. The beaches of the Costa del Sol are only 7km away.Show full description
Guest House.Lively. Great views. Villa Sunshine Countryside Resort is a recently renovated guest house in Frigiliana, where guests can make the most of its open-air bath and garden. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The guest house features a pool with a view with a pool bar, as well as beauty services and a shared kitchen. Some units in the guest house have private entrance and are fitted with wardrobe and outdoor furniture. Some accommodation includes a terrace with sea views, a fully equipped kitchen and a private bathroom with shower. Continental and vegetarian breakfast options with local specialities, fruits and juice are available each morning at the guest house. Guests are welcome to relax in the on-site bar or lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Guests at Villa Sunshine Countryside Resort can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. The guest house also comes with outdoor fireplace and a picnic area for a day out in the open. The nearest airport is Malaga Airport, 69 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among couples. Set around a traditional Andalusian-style patio, this beautiful 18th-century mansion is located in San Martin Del Tesorillo. Surrounded by pretty gardens, Hotel Monasterio de San Martin features an outdoor pool, charming rooms and restaurant. Each attractive room at Hotel Monasterio de San Martin has classic décor with original features such as wooden beams and exposed brick walls. You can enjoy local dishes in the San Martin’s restaurant. All rooms have air conditioning, a TV and a private bathroom. Some rooms have a terrace opening onto the hotel gardens. There is also a bar and a terrace overlooking the gardens. The hotel is within 15 minutes’ drive of the nearest beaches. Sotogrande is 8 km away and here you will find 4 golf courses. La Línea de la Concepción and Gibraltar can be reached in 35 minutes by car.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most BEAUTIFUL boutique hotels in Costa del Sol. It also has BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS.
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