Holiday rentals and apartments in Estepona

With the Costa del Sol's wonderful mix of vibrant nightlife, quaint, historical city charm and gorgeous beaches that range from buzzing resorts to quieter local gems, you are perfectly positioned in Estepona located an hour from Malaga airport, to take advantage of all that this sun-drenched Spanish coastal paradise has to offer visitors! This idyllic destination offers golden sunshine, rugged mountain vistas, golden sandy beaches, stunning golf courses and easy access for varied and interesting day trip itineraries to surrounding towns and historical attractions.

Plan and enjoy an unforgettable family or group sunshine getaway with access to all the best historical sights, beaches, restaurants, bars and day trips all easily reached by car from your accommodation! Choose from a variety of conveniently located rentals in the lovely coastal resort town of Estepona. A selection of spacious, tastefully decorated, upmarket holiday lettings offer ample space to accommodate groups of 2, 4, all the way up to 14! Many of the immaculate holiday stays on offer boast a sparkling pool in a beautiful private courtyard or garden and are situated under 1 km from the beach.

Holidays in Estepona: The area and getting around

Estepona is a well known holiday haven along this touristy, bustling stretch of coastline that boasts the historical charm of narrow, cobbled streets, quaint shops, bars and quintessentially Spanish bodegas alongside excellent modern tourist infrastructure. The nearest airport is Murcia located inland, 40 minutes west by car with plenty of low-cost flight options from mainland Britain. The average flying time is 2 hours 30 minutes, perfect for a beach paradise getaway in summer or winter. The area is known for paradise beaches, a vibrant resort vibe and a plethora of top-rated golf courses. Alicante is located just 50 minutes north.

Estepona offers you an unforgettable coastal getaway perfect for a family or group holiday. Here you have access to the best attractions ranging from scenic hikes to ancient towns dotted along the coast such as neighbouring Torrevieja famous for its vibrant street markets, plus the unmissable, heritage city of Murcia. The 21 km coastal area in the immediate vicinity of Estepona offers you prime access to beautiful, pristine beaches bustling with incredible amenities and stunning boardwalks with wonderful conditions for swimming and water sport. There are a multitude of options for dining on local as well as delicious international cuisine.

Travellers and activities

If you are a lover of the great outdoors, you are in for a treat with remarkable opportunities for outdoor adventures in and around Estepona. If you're an avid bird watcher, make sure you do not miss the stunning La-Mata Torrevieja Lake where you will find flamingos! Popular, premiere beach destinations like Playa de los Locos, Playa Torrevieja and the gorgeous Playa de Mil Palmeiras are just a few minutes by car. Gibraltar just south offers you the chance to see incredible nature views as well as wild barbary macaque while Parque Natural Los Alcornocales is a paradise hiking destination!

This bustling destination offers you the best opportunities to sample a wide range of international flavoured dishes that make this popular corner of Spain a culinary hit amongst international visitors. Expect vibrant colour and rich, delicious seafood flavours if you choose Spanish cuisine. Tantalize your taste buds with outstanding Indian, Italian and other international themed menus that you will find in the many eateries in town. There is a beautiful local plaza just minutes away that is a mecca for wining, dining and live music.

Top 5 travel tips in Estepona

Lovers of lazy sun soaked beach days will find everything necessary for the perfect day of sunbathing, swimming and beach front relaxation on Estepona´s stunning La Rada Beach! Located just a stone's throw from the town centre, this gorgeous playa offers you 2.5 km of golden sand and wonderful swimming conditions, plus plenty of options for water sport equipment rentals. Take your pick of excellent beach bars that serve delectable fresh seafood and ice-cold drinks. Arrive early to secure a well-placed sunlounger that you may never want to leave!

Just 20 minutes west of Estepona you will find the fabled hilltop village of Casares where whitewashed houses seem to be piled up like snowy sugar cubes beneath a rocky promontory topped by an ancient fortress! This absolutely magical, enchanting village is one of Southern Spain's most well known, picture-perfect destinations and makes for a wonderful inland day trip with plenty of time for an afternoon dip in the pool at your holiday rental or in the ocean.

f you are a nature lover and a fan of spectacular hiking routes, why not head to the rugged splendour of Los Alcornocales just an hour west of El Paraiso. Here you will find a vast 17400 hectare nature paradise that boasts one of the largest cork oak forests in the world. There are several well known, breathtaking hiking routes of varying lengths and degrees of difficulty that allow you to explore the magnificent terrain of the park as well as climb El Ajibe, the park's highest peak that stands at 1091 m. The area abounds in gorgeous ravine views, streams and waterfalls and wildlife sightings are common.

No trip to the Costa del Sol is complete without a visit to historical Marbella just 30 minutes west by car. Why not try a fantastic tapas tour of Marbella's old town filled with whitewashed houses, quaint cobblestone streets and facades with ancient ironwork balconies that are adorned with vibrant flowers. You will have the time of your life exploring Marbella's elegant town squares, art museums and upmarket boutiques. Be sure to stroll through the beautiful public park, Paseo de la Alameda, a lush, tranquil oasis in the old town that is also home to a stunning botanical garden.

Gibraltar is packed with sightseeing possibilities and is located 45 minutes south of Estepona. Join a popular Gibraltar rock tour that allows you to see the famous wild barbary macaques of Gibraltar up close, plus explore the magic and mystery of dazzling St Michael's Cave. The Upper Rock Nature Reserve is a prime spot for seeing thousands of migrating birds. Ride the cable car for breathtaking views and go on a dolphin watching excursion for more wildlife adventure!

Among the facilities you can find on Spain-Holiday, it seems that the holiday lettings in Estepona offer everything that holidaymakers want! Here, holiday lettings generally offer a variety of facilities, the most popular being: Wi-Fi (94%), air conditioning (85%), and balcony (81%)... Pretty cool!

On average, the holiday lettings here get quite positive reviews. According to Spain-Holiday, 26% of holiday lettings have a rating of 4.5 stars. This is a fairly high ratio which allows us to confirm that you will without a doubt find the ideal holiday letting for a wonderful holiday!

The amount of holiday lettings in Estepona that admit people travelling with their pets, as well as those who do not, is quite similar. Based on this, we recommend you not wait too long to make a reservation so you can be sure your pet can travel with you.

Of course! According to Spain-Holiday's database, 94% of holiday lettings in Estepona offer an internet connection. You will be able to stay connected throughout your stay!

Most of the holiday lettings in Estepona (94%) roughly cost less than £100 per night. This is the dream destination for reserving a cheap holiday letting!

Good news! Judging by last year's information, 77% of holiday lettings in Estepona are equipped with a swimming pool. It is the perfect destination for spending hot summer days by the pool! In addition,28% even have a barbecue!

Judging by last year's information, 92% of holiday lettings are perfect for families with up to four people. Approximately 89% of the holiday lettings here include at least two separate bedrooms. This is the perfect destination for families of four!

Absolutely! Most of the holiday lettings in Estepona have the necessary characteristics with luxury features. This is thanks to the fact that 77% of these accommodations come equipped with a pool, 48% with a garden and even 12% have a sauna. What more would you like to ask for?Would you like that accomodation comes equipped with air-con? Absolutely, 85% of the holiday lettings come equipped with this feature. You'll have no trouble finding your next holiday paradise.

Analysing the services they offer the holiday lettings in Estepona, it is easy to say that this is an ideal summer destination. We can make this claim because according to the data, 77% of the properties here have a swimming pool, 48% have a garden and 85% have air conditioning. What are you waiting for? Reserve a holiday letting in Estepona so you can enjoy your holidays.