Torremolinos

Travel Guide

La Carihuela featuring street scenes
La Bateria Park showing a fountain and a statue or sculpture
Los Alamos Beach which includes street scenes as well as a large group of people
Torremolinos which includes a sandy beach and a coastal town
Los Alamos Beach showing tropical scenes, cycling and street scenes

Experience the pretty sandy beaches, glorious sunny weather and fun-filled nightlife of Andalucía in the friendly resort town of Torremolinos.

The town of Torremolinos seems designed for having fun. Stay in the sunny coastal resort and enjoy lazy days on the beach and lively nights partying in clubs. Families who visit can take advantage of the numerous child-friendly attractions and try exhilarating watersports on the Mediterranean Sea. The charming town has discarded its reputation as a dull 20th-century holiday resort and is today one of the most desirable destinations on the Costa del Sol.

Torremolinos is a family-friendly spot, with numerous attractions that will appeal to all ages. Splash down the slides of Aqualand Torremolinos or meet the creatures that live underwater in Sea Life Benalmadena. The Crocodile Park in the western part of the town offers the chance to get close to ferocious reptiles. Brave the rides of Tivoli World for a day packed with thrills.

Visit some of the beaches on the outskirts of Torremolinos for sunbathing and swimming. La CarihuelaOpens in a new window is huge and picturesque. It also offers some of the best seafood in Costa del Sol. Head north to Los Alamos BeachOpens in a new window for watersports, outdoor gyms and generally fewer people. Los Alamos is packed when it hosts a huge electronic music festival in July each year.

Wander around the scenic La Batería ParkOpens in a new window for a relaxing escape from the crowds. This beautifully designed park features a viewing point in a tower and a small boating lake.

The nightlife scene in Torremolinos is thriving. You can spend many evenings here hopping between different bars and clubs. LGBTQ+ travellers are welcomed to the gay capital of Costa del Sol. Several gay bars attract visitors from across the world.

Fly into MálagaOpens in a new window’s airport from destinations all around Europe and hop on a westward train for 20 minutes to arrive in Torremolinos. Head here in summer to catch the sun at its hottest, although the weather remains pleasant throughout the year. Visit in winter to escape the cold and to experience the town without the summer crowds.

Where to stay in Torremolinos

La Carihuela featuring street scenes

Carihuela

4.5/5(176 area reviews)

Carihuela is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Carihuela Beach and Los Alamos Beach.

Carihuela
Torremolinos which includes general coastal views and heritage elements

Torremolinos City Centre

4/5(138 area reviews)

The pristine beaches and great bars are top of the list for many visitors to Torremolinos City Centre. A stop by Plaza Costa del Sol or Costa del Sol Square might round out your trip.

Torremolinos City Centre
tent Torremolinos

tent Torremolinos

3 out of 5
Hoyo 28, Torremolinos, Malaga
The price is HK$481 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
HK$481
HK$529 total
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (934 reviews)
Very friendly staff, good breakfasts, bus stop very clise and convenient to go to Malaga.

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

tent Torremolinos
Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo

Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo

4 out of 5
Paseo Maritimo s/n, Torremolinos, Malaga
The price is HK$573 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
HK$573
HK$631 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Advantageous price/benefit ratio. Good pool size for a hotel, nice view of the beach from the apartment. Great restaurant with good prices and live music. The breakfast has enormous variety of food and juice, including sparkling wine (so we can prepare a mimosa) Easy free parking!

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo
Ibersol Torremolinos Beach

Ibersol Torremolinos Beach

4 out of 5
C/ Pontinental, 2, Torremolinos, Malaga
The price is HK$609 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
HK$609
HK$670 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
7.8/10 Good! (292 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Ibersol Torremolinos Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sol Puerto Marina

Sol Puerto Marina

3 out of 5
Salvador Allende 51, Torremolinos, Malaga
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (821 reviews)
Comfy bed, friendly staff, fab view and location. The room needed renovating though and there was a smell of bad drainage for some of our stay, but the kitchen was handy and the sunrise and sunset was picture perfect.

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Sol Puerto Marina
Palm Beach Club Apartamentos

Palm Beach Club Apartamentos

1 out of 5
Calle Miami s/n, Torremolinos, Malaga
Stay at this aparthotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy an outdoor pool, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and a snack bar/deli. Popular attractions Carihuela Beach and ...
7.8/10 Good! (552 reviews)
Location for us was great. Fantastic value for money and had everything we needed. Even a nice shower room to use due to our late flight

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Palm Beach Club Apartamentos
MS Aguamarina Costa del Sol

MS Aguamarina Costa del Sol

4 out of 5
Calle del Bajondillo, 57, Torremolinos, Malaga
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Carihuela Beach and Bajondillo ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (240 reviews)
Highly recommended
I couldn’t give a hotel a higher recommendation. Location, food, drink, cleanliness, staff all 5 star.

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

MS Aguamarina Costa del Sol
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Torremolinos

4.4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
184
5 - Excellent 47%
4 - Good
175
4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
28
3 - Okay 7%
2 - Disappointing
3
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
3
1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Great transport connections to the airport and Malaga. Easy to get around the town and lots of dining options

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Excellent shopping

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Good town with lots of bars and restaurants, Beech lovely and three good Golf courses not far

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice to visit at this time of year very relaxing

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Had a great holiday can’t wait to return

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

I know Torremolinos well and find it very convenient for the airport. The local shops and supermarkets are very good and there are several friendly bars up in the town.