Torremolinos is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Spain, especially with British tourists; it also boasts a large expatriate community meaning you'll feel right at home except with great weather! Located in southwestern Spain, Torremolinos is known for its family friendly, unpretentious tourism industry and vibrant nightlife scene.
The city is the birthplace of Pablo Picasso and is also known as a hub for the fine arts. The local cuisine is fantastic and Torremolinos is known for its top quality street bites as well as for its iconic "chiringuitos", the restaurants on the beach. There are numerous resorts here, catering to every type of tourist and budget travellers will find many attractive deals for affordable accommodation, especially during off season and half season months.
Budget
Located just 100 meters from the beach and 500 meters from La Carihuela, the famous promenade, Hotel Don Paquito is a fantastic budget accommodation choice. The hotel is at walking distance from numerous big tourist attractions and popular nightlife venues. Great rates, great service.
Family run and full of traditional charm, Hotel Cabello is a small, budget priced hotel located just 10 minutes from the airport and only 5 minutes away from Benalmádena Marina and Torremolinos commercial centre. The hotel is surrounded by a quiet pedestrian area and is at walking distance from the popular coast of La Carihuela.
The Hotel Carmen Teresa is a decent budget hotel that caters to couples and families with children. This small and cosy establishment stands out from numerous other budget priced accommodation in Torremolinos thanks to their very clean rooms, polite staff and overall excellent value for money and quality services. The hotel is relatively close to the sea, too.
Located practically on top of the popular Banjodillo beach, the eponymous Hotel Bajondillo is an excellent choice for tourists seeking great value for money. This comfortable hotel has been a popular destination for budget tourists since the 80s and is still going strong thanks to their great quality of service and the fantastic location that allows tourists direct access to one of Torremolinos' best beaches.
Royal Costa is a popular 3 star hotel with great view over the sea and fantastic package deals for tourists visiting Torremolinos on a budget, especially during off season months. The hotel boasts 186 clean and well maintained rooms, as well as 3 suites for its most upscale visitors. The on-site buffet restaurant is decent and breakfasts here are hearty enough to fuel numerous energetic adventures across Torremolinos.
Family friendly
Riu Belplaya Hotel is a family-friendly, all-inclusive hotel that is open all year round and caters to families with children thanks to its kid sized pools, children clubs and various other family-friendly amenities. The resort offers good value for money and accommodates all kinds of tourists thanks to a wide array of activities that are freely available to all visitors.
The Sol Aloha Puerto is a relaxed, family-friendly hotel located right in front of the beach. The hotel offers all inclusive packages that are ideal for a hassle free family holiday. The rooms are spacious and clean, the food is fantastic and the atmosphere very friendly.
With numerous accessible amenities and lots of activities to choose from, the Roc Hotel Flamingo is a great family-friendly resort that is much loved by children of all ages. Its children sized pool, kids' cinema and kids' VIP club make this hotel a very attractive choice of accommodation for families with children looking for affordable all inclusive deals and some much needed peace of mind.
Located on the promenade of Torremolinos, Hotel Los Jazmines Torremolinos is a cosy family friendly resort for people who love to spend long hours splashing in the Mediterranean big blue. The resort offers bungalows as well as regular hotel rooms to cater to every type of family. The Los Jazmines offers numerous leisure activities for kids and adults, just one fact that has earned it TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence.
Self-catering
Located in Cale Mar's Playa de la Carihuela, the Apartamentos Plazamar is a recently built apartment complex that offers casual and flexible accommodation for couples and families with children. Each apartment comes with its own kitchenette and every amenity you may need to experience relaxed and hassle-free self-catering holidays while visiting Torremolinos.
The Pierre & Vacances Residence Torremolinos Stella Polaris is a decent 3 star self catering resort that offers multi room apartments to tourists who wish to explore Torremolinos at their own pace and have full control of their holiday experience. The resort is located in the historic centre of Torremolinos and offers lift access to the popular beach of Bajondillo.
Affordable and very clean, the Bajondillo Apartments offer self catering accommodation right on Torremolinos' beachfront. Each apartment comes with beautiful view over the ocean and the resort's facilities are exotic yet accessible enough to accommodate every need its visitors might have. The on-site beach bar is very classy and almost always bustling with activity.
Located right on the beach at the area of Salvador Allende, the Sol Timor Apartments is an excellent apartment complex with spotlessly clean communal areas, exceptionally polite staff and great value for money. Each apartment comes with a fully equipped kitchen and a spacious bathroom along with every expected amenity.
The Apartamentos Alegria is a cosy aparthotel located in Torremolinos' Calle de Carmen. Offering a fine view over a quiet part of Torremolinos and set in a pleasant neighbourhood, this hotel is ideal for families seeking some peace and quiet away from the noisy tourist track.
All inclusive / half board
Sol Don Marco is a very decent and popular 4 star all inclusive hotel located in Torremolinos' Paseo Maritimo area. The hotel is popular with families and large tourist groups who want all of their needs to be taken care of during their holidays. The services here are very attractive and the hotel itself is located directly in front of a prime and popular beach.
Located just 15 minutes from Bajondillo beach, Marconfort Griego Hotel is a large all-inclusive resort that attracts tourists from all across Europe and Asia throughout the year. The resort boasts 414 spacious rooms with impressive views and fully equipped with modern furniture and a number of convenient amenities.
Located in Playamar area, just 100 metres away from the beach, Parasol Garden is a cosy 3 star all inclusive resort that welcomes couples and families with young children all year round, and offers bargain prices during low season months. The hotel has 171 rooms, an unpretentious, decent restaurant and Spanish-themed décor throughout the hotel.
Hotel La Barracuda is the most popular 3 star all inclusive hotel located in Montemar area, 2km away from Torremolinos city centre. The Barracuda is famous for its very polite staff, accommodating services and excellent value for money, especially during off season months. The hotel has been recently renovated and this has brought it in the spotlight of affordable all inclusive hotels in Spain.
The Hotel Tarik is a friendly and hospitable beachside all-inclusive resort that overlooks the largest beach in the area, Costa Del Sol. The hotel is conveniently located near the two most popular golf courses in Torremolinos, as well as a mere 10 minute car ride from Malaga's airport. The hotel boasts numerous attractive facilities including a fully equipped solarium and fitness centre.
Top end
Marconfort Beach Club Hotel is one of the most highly rated resorts near Torremolinos. Famous for its impressive view over the Mediterranean and its luxurious services, this is the resort of choice for classy tourists who aren't shy of spending a bit extra to guarantee something special.
The Blue Sea Gran Hotel Cervantes is where luxury meets convenience here in Torremolinos. This top end resort is famous for its numerous water sport activities, as well as its fully equipped spa and wellness centre. Top tier services and facilities combine with excellent service and staff.
Located inside the eponymous local casino, the Casino Torrequebrada hotel is one of the most well-rated resorts in Torremolinos. Elegant and stylish, this Casino hotel welcomes members of the casino as well as non-member visitors, and offers some of the best tourist services in the region.
By the beach
Hotel Isabel is a sunny 4 star beachfront resort that is much loved by water sports enthusiasts and beachgoers for being as close to the promenade of Torremolinos as it gets. The hotel boasts 70 rooms and offers its visitors a wide range of beach related amenities and extras to help them make the best of their time on the beach.
Located by Torremolinos coastline and surrounded by tropical vegetation, Sol Don Pablo is an impressive seaside resort that offers peace and tranquillity away from the busy and often noisy Torremolinos. The hotel caters mostly to romantic couples and people seeking to unwind barefoot by the beach, with a cold cocktail in hand.
Located only metres away from the beach, the Riu Hotel Luca Costa Lago is an attractive all inclusive seaside hotel bearing the Riu seal of quality. The hotel offers its visitors a number of including a beautiful pool and children areas, while offering flexible accommodation package deals throughout the year.
Located practically on top of the Carihuela beach, Residencia Miami Hotel is a traditional Hispanic hotel that has been renovated to meet the modern standards of convenient tourism. Initially built for a gipsy queen by Pablo Picasso's cousin, this resort offers authentic Hispanic hospitality and definite convenience just metres away from one of Torremolinos most beautiful beaches.
With a spa
Hotel Natursun is a new and modern seaside resort that offers affordable luxury and local hospitality at its best. This trendy resort attracts young, upscale tourists who come here to party and socialise, as well as people wishing to take advantage of its world class spa facilities that boast some of the most modern treatments available.
Swanky and classy, Hotel Princesa Solar is a popular spa resort attracting tourists who wish to escape reality and indulge themselves in top tier spa treatments and pampering services. The hotel is very close to the famous Costa Del Sol beach and situated amid a popular tourist hub with dozens of bars and restaurants.
One of the most popular spa resorts in Spain is located on the most popular beach of Torremolinos. Melia Costa del Sol is based on the beachfront of Bajondillo and boasts numerous awards, including TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence and various value for money distinctions.
Guest houses
El Pozo is a family run guest house hotel that attracts tourists on a budget and has earned quite a reputation thanks to its decent rooms, clean communal spaces and very quiet atmosphere. The prices are fairly low and the guest house is located in a peaceful and quaint neighbourhood, perfect for a relaxing holiday.
The Villa Albero is a great guest house; every apartment is fully furnished and the villa is surrounded by lush Mediterranean vegetation, creating a beautiful environment for all visitors. An excellent choice if you're looking for a home from home experience with a few extra creature comforts thrown in for good measure.
Romantic retreats
Riu Nautilus is an adult-only Riu hotel that specifically caters to romantic couples visiting Torremolinos. The hotel offers various entertainment and leisure options. The rooms all boast a beautiful view over Torremolinos' promenade and the on-site bar and restaurant guarantee decent dining a drinking.
Romantic and discreet, the Sol Don Pedro is a beautiful hotel that welcomes couples and newlyweds on their honeymoon. The hotel is surrounded by beautiful Hispanic gardens and is situated fairly off the beaten track, so is ideal for some peace and privacy.
Manantiales hotel is a sleek and beautiful beachside resort that is located close to numerous beach bars and nightclubs that burst with activity every night as soon as darkness falls.
Boasting exquisite Andalusian style, Hotel Zen is an ideal place to relax and spend some quality time with your other half in a relaxed and luxurious atmosphere. Located right next to Costa del Sol, the hotel offers exquisite view over the Mediterranean and is at close proximity to a number of fun activities including horseback trips, romantic boat tours and more.
Boutique & B&Bs
The hotel Roc Lago Rojo is a small and cosy resort. Famous for focusing on quality rather than quantity, this hotel welcomes only a limited amount of tourists each year, ensuring they all have a memorable time in Torremolinos thanks to its top services and attention to detail.
Hotel Pez Espada is a four star classic boutique hotel boasting traditional Hispanic hospitality and incredible services. The hotel is compact but offers a wide range of amenities, including comprehensive room service and ultra modern facilities.
The Club Playa Flores is a casual B&B hotel that offers spacious hotel rooms and is decorated in traditional style. The hotel is budget priced but offers very high quality, earning it a number of awards and distinctions.
Hotel La Luna Blanca is a unique boutique hotel that prides itself for being the only Japanese resort in Spain. The fusion of Spanish with Japanese culture and hospitality create a unique experience for all of La Luna Blanca's visitors. With only 9 rooms, this boutique focuses on creating incredible experiences rather than on catering to scores of tourists.