Luxury villas

As Spain enters 2026, the country’s high-end property market remains firmly led by the Balearic Islands.

Spain is not just beach bars and bargain menú del día. It’s also a magnet for the rich and ridiculous.

Spain has no shortage of pretty seaside towns and chilled pueblos, but a handful of postcodes sit in a very different league. In 2026, the most exclusive places to live in Spain are still clustered around Madrid, Barcelona, the Costa del Sol and the Balearic Islands.

Perched in a prime location overlooking the Mediterranean, Almuñécar (Granada) now boasts a new star: Villa Riviera. This modern designer villa, listed on idealista for €3.55 million, is already regarded as one of the most spectacular properties on the Costa Tropical.

Nestled in the prestigious hills of Sotogrande Alto, Villa Oasis stands as one of the most exquisite residences in this exclusive enclave, now on the market for €7,850,000.

If you've ever dreamed of waking up to breathtaking views of the Mediterranean, this is your chance. A stunning luxury villa in the heart of the exclusive 5-star La Manga Club resort (Cartagena, Murcia) is listed on idealista for €3.8 million.

The project called Tyrian Residences, developed by Prestige Expo and Grupo BZH, has been awarded as the best residential project in Spain at the European Property Awards 2025, held at the London Marriott Hotel.

Perched on a prime southwest slope in the first line to the sea, this exceptional Mediterranean villa in Port d’Andratx, Mallorca, is offered for €13,800,000.

Málaga City Council’s Urban Planning Department has given the go-ahead for the first phase of Térmica Beach, the luxury residential development promoted by Ginkgo Advisor and Aedas Homes.

The luxury real estate market on Spain’s Costa del Sol has reinforced its strength in the first half of 2025, despite a global slowdown in property activity.

Tucked away in the prestigious enclave of Cala Sa Nau, where only a handful of exceptional properties exist, this modern Mediterranean villa redefines coastal living.

Villa Sense, located in La Gran Reserva, Sotogrande, is a new luxury residence designed by ARK Architects with bioclimatic architecture. The design makes full use of the site’s orientation, natural light and ventilation to minimise energy consumption while maximising comfort. Part of the exclusive development The 15, the home combines efficiency, harmony with the landscape and a sense of spaciousness.

Madrid and Barcelona are solidifying their positions in the competitive global luxury property market.

Menorca, the more refined and discreet sister of Mallorca and Ibiza, is rapidly becoming one of the Mediterranean’s most desirable destinations for international buyers.With its protected coastline, relaxed rhythm of life, and strict low-rise building policies, the island offers a very different kin

Perched in the hills above Palma, Son Vida has long held its crown as Mallorca’s most prestigious address.

Shakira and Gerard Piqué have sold one of their exclusive homes in Esplugues de Llobregat, Barcelona, for over €3 million. The property, part of a private complex of three residences built in 2012 and valued at €14 million, is notable for its modern architecture, landscaped garden, home cinema, gym and recording studio.

In Los Monteros, one of Marbella’s most exclusive and secure residential areas, Villa Marea is a standout property, renowned for its striking contemporary architecture and state-of-the-art technology. It has just recently been listed on idealista for €12 million.

Forty-nine of Spain’s 50 provinces have at least one home listed on idealista for over €1 million, though the distribution is highly uneven. Málaga, the Balearic Islands, Madrid, Alicante, Barcelona and Girona alone account for 84% of all such properties. In many provinces, with fewer than 22 listings, their share is so small that it rounds down to 0.0%.

Discover an exclusive selection of luxury villas for sale in Spain, each featuring a private pool and outstanding design.

With its privileged climate and coastal charm, Alicante has become a top choice for those seeking quality and exclusivity on the Mediterranean. Rich in history and beaches, the city attracts a discerning clientele drawn to the Costa Blanca lifestyle.

A house for sale in Barcelona is turning heads on social media and property portals thanks to one truly surreal feature: there's a helicopter parked in the garden. Literally. It’s not a model or a decorative replica, but a real helicopter – complete with cockpit, propellers, military-style paintwork and even a licence plate. Unsurprisingly, the property has gone viral within hours – and for good reason.

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Marbella is solidifying its reputation as the epicentre of luxury tourism in Europe with the unveiling of a major new development on the Costa del Sol. Developers Sierra Blanca Estates and Platinum Estates have partnered through a joint venture to deliver the town’s first luxury beachfront residential-hotel resort.

Tucked away within the ultra-exclusive enclave of La Zagaleta, this extraordinary villa redefines contemporary luxury on the Costa del Sol.

Nestled along the sun-drenched southern coast of Spain, the Costa del Sol has earned its place as one of Europe’s premier luxury real estate destinations. From its glamorous marinas and golden beaches to its world-class golf courses and Michelin-starred restaurants, this paradise offers far mor