Torremolinos is one of the most famous spas in Spain and is located just 7 km from the city center of Malaga and just 10 minutes from Malaga International Airport. During the 1980s, it gained a reputation as a cheap package tour resort similar to Benidorm. However, in recent times it has morphed into a family-friendly destination and remains extremely popular with Spanish residents. It has become an attractive resort known for its clean beaches, an excellent variety of restaurants, bars, hotels, and many other activities. If you are looking to buy a property in one of the most traditional Spanish cities, but do not want to be far from the coast, Torremolinos has many properties on offer at the moment.

The city itself attracts both young and old visitors, as it has a plethora of bars and restaurants for all types. During the day, Torremolinos is full of Spanish residents who go about their daily life. Every Thursday, Torremolinos holds its weekly market directly behind the Town Hall where you can buy a variety of products from bags, clothes, gifts, fresh groceries, etc. The old town is located in the heart of Torremolinos and is a great place to shop, eat, or just stroll through the little streets and pass the time. Properties located in this part of the city tend to be older apartments without a community pool and are generally occupied by Spanish residents. Another reason for its popularity is the fact that the city has excellent connections to other parts of the coast and to the city of Malaga, which is just a short bus or train ride away. If you prefer the hustle and bustle of everyday life, the city of Torremolinos is your ideal property destination.

However, if you prefer the more relaxing way of life and want to buy a property closer to the sea, Torremolinos has one of the cleanest beaches on the Costa del Sol. During the property boom, not many new properties were built in Torremolinos by comparison. with the areas further down the coast and thus retained more of its Spanish charm. The old fishing district of El Bajondillo is at the foot of Calle San Miguel and here you will find excellent seafood restaurants, souvenir shops and the unspoiled beach. If you are looking for a property with a pool that is not too far from the beach, we recommend the Playamar area. Properties in this area tend to be more recently developed complexes geared toward vacationers and tourists.

One of the most picturesque areas is La Carihuela, the old fishing village of Torremolinos. Here is a beautiful promenade that connects Torremolinos with the port of Benalmádena. A walk through La Carihuela is the perfect pastime and a wonderful way to relax and breathe in the fresh sea air. The sea breeze is refreshing, especially during the summer months when temperatures can reach as high as 40 degrees. Here you will find couples, families, cyclists, skaters, etc. exercising quietly along the boardwalk. You can take a look at what the beach stalls have to sell, have a cocktail at one of the beach bars, eat freshly grilled sardines at one of the famous beach bars and admire the many sand sculptures. It is a quiet part of Torremolinos and epitomizes exactly why most people buy property in Spain. The lifestyle on the Costa del Sol is unmatched anywhere in the UK and the properties in Torremolinos are the most reasonable in this coastal area.

Torremolinos is also famous for its annual fiestas, or fairs, as they are called in Spain. Its main fair takes place in the last week of September and is in honor of the patron saint of the city, San Miguel. The San Miguel Fair is a busy week-long festival of processions, parades and events. Spaniards certainly know how to have fun and in this area of ​​the Costa del Sol there is no exception. The week before Easter Sunday the locals also celebrate Holy Week with processions in Torremolinos on Holy Thursday and Good Friday. Nearby, you can also check out the spectacular daily Holy Week processions in Malaga city center (the largest outside of Seville), as frequent train services take you straight to all the action. Pescaito Day takes place every year on the first Thursday in June on Carihuela beach and is a brilliant day for the whole family, especially if you love fish! The Fiesta de la Virgen del Carmen de La Carihuela is one of the most popular fairs in this area and takes place on July 16 of each year. The culmination of this spectacular event includes the procession of the image of the Virgin from the small church of La Carihuela through the streets and to the promenade, from where it enters the sea.

“The recent development of the now famous Torremolinos park has been a great advantage for the area. The Battery Park was completed in 2007 and features a lake, magnificent views of the coast, the most incredible playground for children, and beautiful green areas filled with exotic plants and trees. Here you can take a walk on the well-groomed trails, ride your bike in the designated lanes, go for a jog on the track, or work out in the special outdoor exercise areas. The park is patrolled by guards who roam their segways and the grounds are very well kept. It costs just € 1.00 for the whole family to take a half hour boat ride on the pristine lake. We have numerous properties for sale in the area directly next to Bateria Park. This part of the city, called Montemar, is where you will normally find residential properties for those who wish to move to Spain permanently. There are a variety of apartments and villas for sale in this popular residential district.

One of the most interesting places to visit in Torremolinos is the Crocodile Park. It is a wonderful day for both adults and children, where you can see more than 300 live crocodiles and if you are brave enough you can even hold one, one for babies! “Gran Paco” (Big Paco) is its most famous resident and is the largest crocodile in Europe, even without its tail, which was bitten by a younger male. Needless to say, the younger man is now in the lobby as you walk through the park; But don’t worry, it’s just his corpse! After biting his tail, Big Daddy made sure to get revenge and killed him a few days later. You cannot miss the guided tour of Enrique, he is the eccentric owner of the park who delves into the crocodile enclave and gets very close to the crocodiles. It is a wonderful and exciting day for the whole family. Torremolinos also has a large water park that opens during the holidays and is very popular with children and adolescents as there are numerous water slides for the very brave as well as for the little ones or those who fear heights. It’s a great day for the whole family and you will usually find discount cards at hotel receptions or at the airport.

For golfers, Torremolinos is close to numerous golf courses: Guadalhorce, Lauro Golf, Alhaurin Golf and Torrequebrada, to name just a few. If you prefer to live on a golf course, we have numerous golf properties for sale near Torremolinos.

Torremolinos is an exciting city that has remained popular with British tourists for over five decades since the resort was developed in the 1960s. It is a traditional city that has left its tacky image behind and is a great place to visit. buy a property, whether you want to live it all year round or buy a vacation home. This is where you will find real bargains in the heart of a Spanish seaside town, as apartment and villa property prices can be much cheaper than anywhere else on the coast.