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In several high-tourism areas, Spanish councils have brought in fines for going shirtless and wearing swimwear in town.

The Costa del Sol is one of Spain's most sought-after areas, both in Spain and internationally. It stretches from Manilva to Nerja, with the city of Málaga at its centre and Marbella, Benahavís, and Sotogrande as epicentres of glamour and luxury. This region, in addition to its pleasant year-round climate, is renowned for housing some of Spain's most luxurious residences. In this article, we showcase the most expensive luxury villas on the Costa del Sol, such as a Hispano-Arabic style villa in Los Flamingos, Benahavís, currently for sale for €34 million.

Spain’s property market in 2026 isn’t moving in a single direction. According to the latest analysis by idealista/data, some cities are seeing homes snapped up within days. In others, activity remains high, but the pace of growth has started to level off.

For years, Torremolinos was known for package tourism and 70s apartment blocks rather than high-end residential living.

When most people talk about buying by the sea in Spain, they mean the Costa del Sol, Alicante or the islands.

Located in the exclusive Altos Reales development in Sierra Blanca, Marbella, this luxurious Mediterranean-style villa is for sale on idealista for €13.8 million.Follow idealista/news on the WhatsApp channel (in Spanish)The property combines spaciousness, privacy and a prime location in one of the m

The province of Málaga is a great destination for those interested in cultural tourism, and its castles are among its most valuable heritage treasures.

Taylor Wimpey España is putting the spotlight on completed, key‑ready homes across some of Spain’s best‑known coastal areas.

Cultural tourism often brings to mind grand cathedrals and monumental temples – yet Spain is also home to the smallest church in the world. Hidden inside Colomares Castle in Benalmádena (Málaga), the Church of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary measures just 1.96 square metres. Despite its tiny size, the chapel holds a unique place in architectural history and is recognised by the Guinness World Records, combining exceptional heritage value with a remarkable curiosity.

The Armani Group is set to land on the Costa del Sol with Armani Residences Marbella – an exclusive development of 33 homes. The project is a joint venture between Sierra Blanca Estates and Playa Assets, led by Abel Matutes and Rafa Nadal. Set within a 50,000 m² plot, surrounded by nature and boasting panoramic views of the Mediterranean and Sierra Blanca mountains, construction is expected to begin in June and be completed in 2028.

Thinking about owning a home in Spain, moving with your family or planning a long retirement on the Costa del Sol?

Thinking about living in Spain, buying a home here or retiring on the Costa del Sol?

Spanish property prices have risen by 14.3% in the past year, according to valuation firm TINSA, as new figures from Taylor Wimpey España highlight how Britons are helping drive demand on the Costa del Sol.At Almazara Boutique Residences in Malaga province, British buyers now account for the largest

For decades, the image of British expats in Spain revolved around retirees settling along the Costa del Sol or Costa Blanca. That picture is changing.

Foreign buyers purchased almost 100,000 homes in Spain in 2025, the highest annual figure ever recorded in absolute terms.

Among the most exclusive enclaves on the Costa del Sol, Sotogrande is always on the radar. This high-end community is known across Europe for its privacy, golf courses and mild climate.

Sixty percent of the demand for luxury housing in Spain comes from abroad, primarily from Latin America, Western Europe, the United States, and the Middle East, according to The Simple Rent, an online real estate network specializing in luxury properties. During the last fiscal year, transactions exceeding €1.5 million have maintained steady growth, driven by international demand and an increasingly limited supply.

Luxury real estate in Spain continues its upward trend, both in terms of price and demand, resulting in a strong and consolidated market. However, there are locations where supply is insufficient. During the presentation of the real estate market report prepared by Engel & Völkers, the company's president for Iberia and South America, Juan-Galo Macià, stated that they currently have more than 80,000 clients interested in purchasing luxury homes in Spain, while they only have 8,000 properties in their portfolio.

With a different pace of life, lower living costs and access to European culture and travel, moving to Spain from the US continues to be a popular option for those seeking change. However, moving to Spain involves more than simply choosing a location.

Foreign interest in buying property in Spain remains strong, even as the market shifts into a calmer phase after the post-pandemic surge. New data from Spain’s notaries for the second half of 2025 show that international buyers are still paying a clear premium per square metre compared with loc