Resinera Voladilla - Estepona districts
By Sinéad Mangan-Mc Hale
Resinera Voladilla is a small residential enclave on the eastern side of Estepona, on the mountain side of the A-7 coastal highway between Estepona and Marbella. It borders the districts of Parque Antena and Selwo and, while it has no clearly defined administrative boundaries, the area broadly extends between Calle de la Boladilla (towards Marbella) and the winding stream of Arroyo de las Cañas (towards Estepona). Voladilla is also often written as Boladilla.
Residential areas
Unlike some of the more traditional districts surrounding Estepona, Resinera–Voladilla is not a cohesive urban neighbourhood but rather a fragmented residential area that has developed in phases over several decades.
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In its earliest stage of development during the 1990s, the area consisted mainly of scattered detached villas on large plots. These were built both near the A-7 coastal road and around La Resina Golf & Country Club, as well as further inland within the natural hillside landscape.
One of the oldest large villas in the area dates to 1985 it is located on a small hillock overlooking the River Guadalmansa between Carril de Resinera and Camino del Voladilla. Escavations in the 1980 found Roman artifacts on the site and it has been suggested as a site for the missing Roman town of Cilniana (or Silniana or Salduba) supported by those that believe the the Roman road Via Aurelia along the coast of today's Malaga province took a more inland route than the old N-340 present A-7 to avoid the estuary river crossings. La Basilica de Vega del Mar in San Pedro is another possible site.
As with much of the Costa del Sol, the area experienced significant expansion during the early 2000s property boom. Although development slowed following the 2008 financial crisis, construction resumed within the following decade and continues today. This growth has been largely driven by international residential tourism and demand for second homes.
Modern development has focused more heavily towards the mountainside, with a mix of villas, townhouses, and apartment complexes built in phases. Notable examples include Soto Resinera, which was developed in multiple phases between 2001 and 2020. A popular urbanisation, Las Joyas, is typical of the area. It is not a single development, but a collection of smaller communities built over time from the late 1980s to the present. One of its main sub-communities, Las Lomas de las Joyas, includes properties dating from 1991. Camino de la Resinera, where initial townhouse phases began 1990 with further expansion completed as recently as 2018 and 2020 and where the phases are built across both Resinera-Voladilla and Selwo. There is the private gated community of only 17 villas in La Resina Golf, Estepona (2004) located near the La Resina Golf Club, with two communal swimming pools and landscaped gardens with maintenance included.
More recent high-end developments entering the market in 2026 include Oasis 325 (a luxury apartment complex) and The Heights at La Resina Golf, offering contemporary villas.
Places of interest
La Resina Golf & Country Club opened in 2005. Designed by golf architects Craig Cooke and Bradley Smith, both known for their focus on designing golf courses in harmony with the natural terrain and on building a balanced, competitive, and challenging course to ensure players' enjoyment. After a temporary closure in 2021, ESY Golf Management renovated and reopened the club.
Open to non-members, La Resina Golf Club is a 9-hole par-3 golf course, appropriate for beginners but also a good challenge for advanced golfers. The unique design of La Resina gives every hole an independent feel and character, each named to represent the surroundings, such as “Bosque” (Forest), “, Panorámic”, and “El Niño”, giving it a personal touch. Many golfers consider La Resina to have a modern approach to the game, but with all the charm of a prestigious club.
A half set of clubs is always included with the green fee, juniors under 16 are free with an adult, and a round takes less than two hours. As a beginner-friendly course, it does not require any handicaps, just a minimum level of experience. Enjoy lunch or a drink afterwards at the Club House and take in the lake view from the beautiful terrace. More>
Holiday Accommodation
While there are no hotels within Resinera–Voladilla itself, the area offers a wide selection of holiday rentals, including private villas and apartments within the various urbanisations or on independent plots.
A broader range of hotels and holiday accommodation is available in neighbouring districts. More>
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Shopping
Shopping options within the area are limited and primarily geared towards convenience. A local supermarket, Supermercado Las Joyas, is located within the Las Joyas urbanisation on Calle Colmenar (opening hours may vary). An Amazon collection point is also available nearby.
Restaurants
A small cluster of casual dining options can be found within the Las Joyas urbanisation, particularly along Calle Cómpeta: Bar Carrero, a Spanish tapas restaurant and bar, El Gourmet, a dine-in restaurant and takeaway, Golden Crown Bar and Grill, and El Rincon del Diego, a tapas bar, all on Calle Cómpeta.
Bus Service
There are also public bus services passing Resinera Voladilla: L-79 Estepona - Marbella between Estepona town and Marbella town, La Cañada Shopping centre and Marbella Bus Station. There is also the municipal E-3 Microbus (only four services a day) to and from Estepona town.
For buses to Estepona, there is a bus stop on the service road opposite La Dunas Park called Boladillo Alta, stop number 41061. Timetable and live wait times.
For buses to Marbella, cross the A-7 coast road on the pedestrian overbridge to the bus stop on the service road outside La Dunas Park the bus stop is called Boladillo Alta, stop number 41062. Timetable and live wait times.
Car Hire, Taxi and Transfers
In addition to hiring a car in Estepona, Malaga Airport, or Gibraltar Airport, Estepona taxis and several firms offer private transfers by minibus car or limousine to and from the airport and the surrounding areas. Bolt and Uber Apps also work within the district.
For those who want to enjoy more of the sights of Andalucía, the district is situated close to the A-7 coastal highway and within a short distance of the AP-7 toll road. This road is typically quieter, but there are toll booths at Manilva, San Pedro and Calahonda in both directions – tolls can be paid in cash, by credit card, or VIA-T (non-stopping) so visitors can easily access destinations on either side of Estepona. Along the coast to the west, these include Sotogrande, Gibraltar, Tarifa and the golden sand beaches of Costa de la Luz. Along the coast to the east, these include Marbella and Malaga. They can also explore the inland villages of Casares and Gaucin on the road to Ronda. Not forgetting the magnificent cities of Seville, Cordoba and Granada.
Neighbouring Districts
The neighbouring district to the west (Estepona) is Selwo.
The neighbouring district to the east (Marbella) is Parque Antena.
