La Cala de Mijas is a charming town on the Costa del Sol, centrally located between Fuengirola (to the east) and Marbella (to the west), just a 25-minute drive from Malaga Airport. The seaside promenade here stretches for 5.5 kilometers all the way to the border with Marbella, providing easy access to beaches and restaurants. Excellent highway connections (AP-7) make La Cala de Mijas an ideal base for exploring the entire coast, including the nearby Artola pine reserve and Cabopino marinas. <\/p>\n
The village charms with the atmosphere of an Andalusian fishing village, while offering full access to infrastructure – international schools, health care, libraries and other amenities. La Cala de Mijas is home to about 10,000 people, including a large British and Scandinavian community. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Elviria is an upscale residential neighborhood in Marbella on the Costa del Sol, located between downtown Marbella and Puerto Ban\u00fas. Its proximity to the AP-7 highway provides quick access to M\u00e1laga airport (about 35 minutes by car), and numerous bus lines make it easy to get around the Costa del Sol on a daily basis. <\/p>\n
Nearby are the picturesque Playa de Elviria, the Santa Mar\u00eda Golf Club with its 18-hole championship golf course, exclusive beach clubs – such as Trocadero Playa and La Naranja Beach Club – and international schools (including Swans International School).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Los Monteros is located in the eastern part of Marbella, right on the beach and just a 10-minute drive from the city center and 15 minutes from Puerto Ban\u00fas. It’s a prestigious residential area with guarded estates and concierge service, offering peace and privacy with access to modern infrastructure and entertainment. <\/p>\n
Nearby are the exclusive Rio Real Golf and Santa Clara Golf clubs with 18-hole championship-class courses, as well as the La Cabane beach club. La Ca\u00f1ada shopping center, clinics, gourmet restaurants and other amenities remain within easy reach. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
The center of Marbella is the heart of the Costa del Sol. Its centerpiece is the Casco Antiguo (Old Town) with the Plaza de los Naranjos (Orange Square), connected to the beach by the Avenida del Mar promenade. This part of town attracts luxury penthouses and apartments in restored townhouses and easy access to the Playa de la Fontanilla and Playa del Cable beaches. <\/p>\n
A maze of narrow streets with boutiques of luxury brands, fine dining restaurants and art galleries emphasizes the exclusive, cosmopolitan character of the center.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
The Golden Mile is a prestigious stretch connecting the center of Marbella with Puerto Ban\u00fas (about 4 km of coastal boulevard). It is home to two exclusive residential neighborhoods – Sierra Blanca and Cascada de Camoj\u00e1n – located at the foot of the La Concha mountain range. The area’s unique microclimate provides more than 320 days of sunshine a year. <\/p>\n
The private, intimate estates offer villas with panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea and Gibraltar, as well as numerous parks and walking trails. Nearby are Puente Romano Beach Resort, Marbella Club, Michelin-starred restaurants, tennis courts and luxury boutiques. International schools (Aloha College, Swans International) are about 10-15 minutes away by car. It takes about 40 minutes to get to Malaga airport. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Puerto Ban\u00fas is Marbella’s famous marina, located 6 km west of the city center, between the Golden Mile and Nueva Andaluc\u00eda. It takes about 40 minutes to get there from the Malaga airport via the AP-7 highway, and numerous bus lines, cabs and private transfers provide convenient mobility. <\/p>\n
The luxury marina can accommodate up to 900 yachts, and in the immediate vicinity are Playa Puerto Ban\u00fas and private estates with villas and residences. Proximity to golf courses, international schools (such as The British International School of Marbella), upscale boutiques and spas underscores the neighborhood’s cosmopolitan prestige. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Nueva Andaluc\u00eda, known as The Golf Valley, is an upscale neighborhood located to the west of Marbella’s center, bordering Puerto Ban\u00fas (about a 5-minute drive) and the city center (about 10 minutes). Situated in a valley between the mountains and the sea, it offers convenient highway access to M\u00e1laga Airport (about 40 minutes) and full access to the city’s infrastructure. <\/p>\n
The district is famous for its numerous golf courses, such as Aloha Golf Club, Los Naranjos, Las Brisas and La Quinta. There are views of the Sierra de las Nieves mountains, which are part of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve – an ideal place for hiking. The beaches of Nueva Andaluc\u00eda and the Puerto Ban\u00fas marina are also nearby. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Benahav\u00eds is a charming town located west of Marbella (about 10 minutes drive to the center and 15 minutes to Puerto Ban\u00fas), in the Guadalmina River Valley. The AP-7 highway provides access to M\u00e1laga airport in about 45 minutes, and local roads connect the town to golf courses and beaches. <\/p>\n
Gated residential enclaves, international schools (including Aloha College) and a wide range of stores and services in Centro Plaza provide residents with the convenience of international living without sacrificing privacy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Estepona, nicknamed the city of flowers, is located between Marbella and Sotogrande, with direct access to the AP-7 highway and M\u00e1laga airport (about 50 minutes by car). A revitalized seafront promenade connects the city center to the beaches of Playa del Cristo and Playa de la Rada, while proximity to the Selwo Aventura Safari Park, Orchidarium and trails in the Sierra Bermeja provides numerous recreational opportunities. <\/p>\n
The white streets of the Old Town, decorated with art murals, boutiques and tapas bars, create a unique atmosphere in the town. International schools (including the Estepona International School) and a developed golf and tennis infrastructure attract both young families and those seeking an active yet laid-back lifestyle. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"100-width.php","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-3346","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n
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