costa tropical - destinations
Costa Tropical, being less well known than its more popular neighbour, the Costa del Sol, is no disadvantage for Granada's coastline with its subtropical climate. Its' beach resorts still retain a Spanish character and it boasts some spectacular cliffs, interspersed with secluded coves and sandy beaches, particularly in the protected coastal zone of Acantilados de Maro-Cerro Gordo Natural Area, which it shares with Malaga province.
Almuñécar is the resort with the most attractive beaches. The rocky outcrops that divide the beaches have been designated a protected area, the Peñónes de San Cristóbal Natural Monument. Near Almuñécar is La Herradura, a popular watersports resort set in a secluded bay. The coastal town enjoying the most spectacular location is Salobreña, with a Moorish castle and the town's whitewashed houses atop an imposing pinnacle protruding above sugar cane plantations and overlooking the sea.
Destinations are listed in order of location, going along the coast from West to East.
Destinations on Costa Tropical
The jewel of the Costa Tropical, Salobreña is a whitewashed township clinging to huge lump of rock just back from the shoreline, topped by a Moorish castle and surrounded by lush sugar cane… More →
Enjoying a beautiful setting, this pretty village overlooks a picturesque horseshoe-shaped bay which is famous for its crystal-clear waters, sheltered beach, and excellent watersports facilities,… More →
Motril is the largest town on the Costa tropical with 50,000 inhabitants. Is it a commercial town that benefits from the tropical fruit and flower producers in the area. The town of Motril is… More →
Becoming increasingly popular among foreign residents. It is an attractive coastal resort town that is particularly popular in the summer with Spanish holiday makers. The interesting seafront… More →
Otívar has a natural environment ideal for outdoor sports and a village centre in typical andaluz style with many interesting buildings. For this reason, Otívar has become a popular destination.… More →
Lentegí is situated inland from the Costa Tropical, tucked away in the southern part of the Sierra de Almijara mountains and protected by the river Río Verde. It is a popular destination for… More →
Lújar is a great combination of the beautiful Sierra and the coast, which is just a few minutes away. As a result, visitors to Lújar can experience the mountains and the sea on the same day.
Not to be confused with Calahonda beach which is situated between Marbella and Fuengirola, Calahonda is a beautiful old fishing village on the Costa Tropical. Although it is considered to be a… More →
Torrenueva Costa is a municipal district created in October 2018 and formerly part of Motril. It has three districts called El Varadero, La Chucha and Carchuna. The name Torrenueva was taken from… More →
Ítrabo is a perfect destination for lovers of rural tourism, as well as those interested in smaller villages that have preserved their traditions and heritage.
Vélez de Benaudalla is well-known by climbers as it has some of the best spots in the area to practice this sport. One example is the Garganta de los Vados, in the Guadalfeo River gorge. Nature… More →
Polopos is formed by various different areas: Castillo de Baños, La Mamola, Haza del Lino, Haza del Trigo, La Guapa and Polopos. The first two are located on the coast: one on a plain known as … More →
Molvízar is especially attractive for tourists searching for a typically Spanish town which has managed to preserve its Moorish roots; it has twice won the “Embellecimiento de Pueblos” award.… More →
Jete has become a popular destination for rural tourism. Situated to the south of the Sierra de Almijara, its village centre extends between the banks of the Río Verde. It has about 1000… More →
Gualchos is made up of two areas, Gualchos and Castell de Ferro, and is especially interesting for its natural environment; the main attractions being its beaches and cliffs.
Albuñol is comprised of three areas: Albuñol (inland), La Rábita and El Pozuelo on the coast. It has become a popular destination with those searching for the sun and beaches, as well as those… More →
Sorvilán has a privileged location, nestled between la Sierra de la Contraviesa and the Mediterranean Sea, making it the perfect destination for lovers of rural tourism as well as for those who… More →
Rubite is an ideal destination for nature lovers, with the perfect combination of the sierra together with both sandy and rocky beaches. It is considered to be the balcony to the coast from the… More →
Los Guájares is comprised of three small villages: Guájar Faragüit, Guájar Fondón and Guájar Alto. The area is located in a small, beautiful subtropical valley, formed by the River Loba. Its name… More →
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