Benalmádena
With a spacious promenade and wide tree-lined streets, this family friendly seaside resort town has been a popular tourist destination for decades. Only 20 minutes from Malaga airport, its conveniently placed. But since the 80s and 90s it has come a long way – often known as a stereotypical British tourist haunt, although evident in parts of it, is not the whole story. It is close to other popular destinations in the region, such as Marbella, Fuengirola and Torremolinos, giving you the opportunity to explore the Costa Del Sol. If you are considering buying a property in Benalmádena, this guide will provide you with everything you need to know about the town and its surroundings.
It's prime location is also responsible for its glorious Mediterranean climate, with mild winters and hot summers with an average temperature of 28°C, making Benalmádena a year-round destinations for tourists and expats. The perfect escape from those bitter English winters.
The 10km of coastline that makes up Benalmádena is made up of three districts. Benalmadena costa (coast) that has no less than 13 beaches, 5 of which have been awarded the coveted blue flag. The aforementioned promenade stretches the length of the coast and offers an impressive array of eateries, typically Spanish, quintessentially British and a host of international cuisine to satisfy the discerning diners amongst us. The marina at Benalmadena offers a further spot to dine, shop and generally watch the world go by, with a large offering of boat trips and water sports to enjoy the Mediterranean.
By Day
Benalmádena has many attractions to explore by day, most famously it’s Puerto Marina, a luxurious marina with other 1,000 moorings for boats and yachts. Surrounded by shops, bars and restaurants you can spend a whole day exploring the marina, people watching and dining. Not just for the adults, Benalmádena has plenty on offer for children to enjoy, Tivoli World amusement park is a well-known theme park with a range of rides and attractions for the whole family. A visit to the butterfly park for both children and adults is fun yet educational and the more adventurous amongst us will take the cable car (Teleférico Benalmádena) which heads up to Mount Calamorro with spectacular views along the entirety of the Costa del Sol. For history buffs the town also has several museums and art galleries, including the Pre-Columbian Art Museum and the Benalmádena Archaeological Museum.
Beach Days
You can’t explore Benalmádena without appreciating the 8km of sandy beaches along the coast. The main beach, Santa Ana, located near the Marina has sun loungers, parasols, and water sports, making it the perfect destination for a family afternoon; sip a cocktail on the sun bed or feel the salty sea on your face in the water, whatever floats your boat!
Golf
Golf enthusiasts will also enjoy the coastline, with many different golf courses to choose from, most notably Torrequebrada Golf Course, which has 18 holes and stunning sea views.
Nightlife
The night-owls will flock to the notorious 24 hour square – during the summer months, the nightlife is long lasting with a smattering of tourists, locals, karaoke lovers until the early hours, whilst the more cultured visitor will venture to Benalmádena Pueblo known for its old world Andalucian charm, narrow streets and authentic Spanish townhouses – also worth a visit is the Buddhist temple – the largest of its kind in the Western world.
Property for sale in Benalmadena
Benalmádena has a wide range of property for sale, including traditional Andalusian-style villas to more contemporary apartments. The traditional style architecture features white-washed walls, tiled roofs, and ornate balconies, many of these villas on offer boast swimming pools and gardens. You can also find these communal facilities and landscaped gardens in modern apartment complexes, taking away the stress of maintaining your outdoor space. Whether you are looking to buy for yourself, or as an investment property, Benalmádena has lots to offer to suit your taste and budget.
Looking for property in Benalmádena
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