If your idea of the perfect beach is quiet and undiscovered, then why not choose a hotel on the less-known Costa Tropical? Stretching along the coast of Granada province, backed by the Alpujarra mountains, it offers a mild climate with spectacular scenery, secluded coves and charming accommodation.
Stay in a hotel within easy reach of sandstone cliffs overlooking turquoise water and hills fragrant with herbs and wild flowers. Laid-back Almuñecar has good tapas and shopping as well as two main 'playas', while Salobreña is a picturesque white village overlooked by a Moorish castle, and Calahonda has miles of beaches. All towns offer range of accommodation. Malaga Airport and Granada Airports are the gateway to the Costa Tropical.
This hotel is on the beach, 600 metres from Almuñecar’s Old Town. It features a spa and a pool with water slides. All rooms have a private balcony with views.
Situated right on the beachfront of La Herradura Beach, this Andalusian-style hotel offers an outdoor pool and sun terraces. Each air-conditioned room has a balcony, some with sea views. Almuñecar is a 5-minute drive away.
Avenida Tropical is situated in central Salobreña, on the Costa Tropical, just 5 minutes' walk from the town centre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
The air-conditioned rooms at Avenida Tropical include satellite TV and a minibar. All have a hairdryer in the bathroom.
Located 31 km from Balcony of Europe, B&B rural El Oasis offers air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace. The property features mountain and pool views. When staying at the bed and breakfast, guests can use private entrance.
Situated in Almuñécar, 200 metres from San Cristobal Beach, CHINASOL Low Cost features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Boasting a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.
Boasting a restaurant, HOTEL SUITES ALBAYCIN DEL MAR is set in Almuñécar and also provides a fitness centre and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and room service. The property features a sauna and free WiFi.
Facing the beachfront, ON ALETA ROOM designed for adults offers 4-star accommodation in Almuñécar and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking is available on site.
Hotel Carmen Almuñécar is 100 metres from San Cristobal Beach, on Spain’s Costa Tropical. It has a terrace with a small swimming pool and wonderful views of San Miguel Castle.
Set in Almuñécar, Hotel el Palacete del Corregidor offers a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and in-house parking is provided.
Set in Almuñécar, 700 metres from La Herradura Beach and 1.1 km from Cotobro Beach, Casa Esmeralda offers accommodation with air conditioning and access to a garden with a barbecue.
Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast.
Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace, B&B El Oasis is set in Almuñécar. The property is 37 km from Torrox Costa and free private parking is offered.
Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast.
Featuring garden views, Casa El Ranchito provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a bar and a shared lounge, around 1.6 km from Pozuelo Beach. This bed and breakfast features a private pool, a garden and free private parking.
Featuring garden views, Casa del pinos in Almuñécar features accommodation, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a bar, a shared lounge, a garden and a terrace. The accommodation has a spa bath.
For added convenience, the property can provide towels and bed linen for an extra charge.
Set 50 metres from Almuñecar’s San Cristóbal Beach, Hotel Goya features an interior patio and rooms with balconies and free Wi-Fi. It is within 10 minutes’ walk of cafés, bars and restaurants.
Each air-conditioned room at Hotel Goya has a TV and a private bathroom. Some rooms have a private balcony or terrace.
Located 300 metres from Almuñécar’s Puerta del Mar Beach, Hotel Toboso Almuñécar features rooms with balconies and sea or mountain views. It has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a terrace.
Hotel Victoria Centro is located on Plaza Damasco, in the historic quarter of Almuñécar, 250 metres from Puerta del Mar Beach and the seafront promenade. It offers rooms with air conditioning.
There are plenty of tapas bars and restaurants in the area, as well as a shopping centre. There are 2 public car parks within 300 metres away.
Facing the beachfront, Hotel Playa San Cristóbal offers 1-star accommodation in Almuñécar and has a shared lounge, terrace and bar. Among the facilities at this property are room service and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 90 metres from Puerta del Mar Beach.
Located in Almuñécar, within 300 metres of La Herradura Beach, Casa Chica offers accommodation with air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.
Hotel Casablanca is on Almuñecar’s San Cristobal Beach, on the Costa Tropical. It offers superb Mediterranean views and free Wi-Fi, and is just 10 minutes’ walk from the town centre.
Hotel Helios is located on the front line of San Cristóbal Beach in Almuñécar on the Costa Tropical. It offers an outdoor swimming pool and a bar with beautiful sea views. Free WiFi is provided.
Hotel Miba boasts an outdoor pool overlooking the sea, a furnished terrace and a sun deck. Located in Salobreña, this stylish hotel has a bar and a restaurant.
Situated in Salobreña, 1.2 km from Playa del Caletón, Hotel Salambina features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. This 1-star hotel offers room service, a tour desk and free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the bar.
Situated on top of a cliff, Hotel Salobreña Suites has views over the sea and the village of Salobreña, 3 km away. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free public parking is available on site.
Rooms feature a flat-screen TV. The bathroom comes with free toiletries and bath or shower.
Avenida Tropical is situated in central Salobreña, on the Costa Tropical, just 5 minutes' walk from the town centre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
The air-conditioned rooms at Avenida Tropical include satellite TV and a minibar. All have a hairdryer in the bathroom.
41 km from Balcony of Europe, Casa del Azucar is situated in Motril and features free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. The property has pool and inner courtyard views. Outdoor seating allows guests to sit outside and enjoy the good weather.
Hostal Tropical is located in the centre of Motril, in Granada. The hotel features comfortable accommodation with air conditioned, heating and free Wi-Fi.
This 4-star beachfront resort is located in Motril. Free amenities include 6 tennis courts, outdoor pools and evening entertainment. Sierra Nevada Ski Resort is 95 Km away from the property.
Impressive Playa Granada Golf has spacious, air-conditioned rooms with a private balcony or terrace. A hairdryer is provided in every bathroom.
Elba Motril Beach & Business Hotel is located next to Playa Poniente in Motril, in Granada province. It offers an outdoor pool, hot tub in the relaxation area, and rooms with free Wi-Fi and a private balcony.
Situated on top of a cliff, the Best Western Hotel has views over the sea and the village of Salobreña, 3 km away. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. The hotel’s restaurant offers a Mediterranean buffet and an à la carte barbecue during the summer months.
Hotel Helios is located on the front line of San Cristóbal Beach in Almuñécar. Outdoor swimming pool and a bar with beautiful sea views. Free WiFi is provided. All rooms are bright and feature typical Mediterranean décor. They all come with air conditioning and a private bathroom, and most have a private balcony. Buffet restaurant as well as the café-bar Tropicana and the rooftop bar Blue Bar including a chill-out area.
This 4-star beach resort is next to the 18-hole Los Moriscos golf course in Motril. Free amenities include a spa with 2 pools, 6 tennis courts, and evening entertainment. It has spacious, air-conditioned rooms with a private balcony or terrace.
Elba Motril Beach Hotel is located next to Playa Poniente in Motril, in Granada province. It offers an outdoor pool, hot tub and air-conditioned rooms with tiled floors, free Wi-Fi and a private balcony.
Situated right on the beachfront of La Herradura Beach, this Andalusian-style hotel offers an outdoor pool and sun terraces. Each air-conditioned room has a balcony, some with sea views. The spacious rooms are set around an airy central courtyard, filled with plants.
This hotel is on the beach, 600 metres from Almuñecar’s Old Town. It features a spa and a pool with water slides. All rooms have a private balcony with views. There is also a mini-golf course and table tennis facilities on-site.
Hotels in the Costa Tropical destinations
If you are looking for a hotels in a particular Costa Tropical destinations click on the link in the box below for the specific Costa del Sol resort destinations. Destinations are listed in order of location, going along the coast from east to west.
