For the best in Costa Del Sol accommodation, enjoy luxury from USD$102.00 at the five-star Husa Duquesa Suites Hotel Manilva, located at Ctra.Nac. 340 Km 143 29692 Manilva - Málaga.

International standard rooms with four-star service is available from USD$52.00 at the Gran Costa Del Sol Hotel Mijas, which can be found at Playa La Butibamba S/N Cala De Mijas Malaga.

For travellers seeking a balance of comfort and value for money, three-star accommodation starts at USD$39.00 for a room at the Los Jazmines Hotel Torremolinos, conveniently situated at Avenida Lido 6 Torremolinos 29620.

And for just USD$35.00, discerning visitors looking for budget accommodation can base themselves at the two-star Plazoleta Hotel Benalmadena which is located at Avenida Juan Luis Peralta s/n Banalmadena Pueblo Malaga 29639.

Costa Del Sol in review

The sheltered coast of the Costa Del Sol shows to advantage its lengthy beaches, small bays nestled beneath its cliffs, harbours and fishing wharfs. Clusters of bougainvillaea and hibiscus, palm and cypress trees all thrive in this semi-tropical climate and the Mediterranean landscape and culture is the reason people flock to this coastal gem.

The Costa Del Sol's enchanting small towns have developed to accept visitors with a range of high-rise hotels, resorts and facilities. Entertainment centres, water parks, golf clubs, casinos and amusement parks, hang out alongside traditional town squares that have preserved their culture and charm. The most popular resort town on this coast is Torremolinos and it is packed with people and activities.

Costa Del Sol is not all sea, sand and nightlife. The Andalusian culture is still evident in the many lively and popular celebrations, fiestas, parades and the infamous bull runs, here you will experience the real Spain and local lifestyle. Shy away from the international cuisine and opt for traditional fried fish sampled at a local restaurant and delicious country wine; simple but unforgettable.

- From our editor A.Steenbhom – United States