The New Beach Club Higuerón is renowned for its Mediterranean and sushi offerings, providing a diverse menu that caters to various palates.
Benalmádena holds a kind of stillness that’s hard to find elsewhere. There’s a rhythm to the place—a certain ease in how the waves hit the sand, how people talk over dinner without rushing to finish. It’s the kind of coastal town that feels intentional. And for those looking to buy more than a house—something like a lifestyle—this is where they end up.
On Spain’s Costa del Sol, where sunshine shape the pace of life, Benalmádena offers more than scenic views and sea breezes. It’s a place where high-end real estate isn’t just about size or status; it’s about finding a space that fits the life you actually want to live.
Spain’s luxury property market has been on an upswing, with a 20% increase in transactions across the Costa del Sol in 2024. But Benalmádena isn’t following a trend—it’s carving its own path. And the people who buy here? They aren’t just buying square metres and sea views. They’re buying into a way of life.
- The Beach Club Higuerón
The Beach Club Higuerón doesn’t overpromise. It doesn’t need to. Tucked along Avenida del Sol, it offers the kind of understated luxury that feels more personal than polished. Here, the lines between day and night blur easily—brunches turn into sunset cocktails, poolside afternoons drift into dinner by the sea.
It’s split into three spaces, each designed with intent:
- The Japo: A Japanese fusion restaurant where the flavours are bright but balanced. It’s the kind of place where the chef remembers your usual order.
- The Club: Lounge chairs, private cabanas, and a pool that almost touches the horizon. Ideal for slow afternoons.
- The Beach: Sun loungers on the sand and a cocktail menu that leans heavy on local citrus and top-shelf spirits.
Evenings here are punctuated with live music, and the occasional impromptu DJ set adds a pulse to the place.
- Address: Avenida del Sol, 225, 29631 Benalmádena, Spain
- Contact: +34 951 390 025
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: thebeachclubhigueron.com
- Luna Beach Club
There’s a softness to Luna Beach Club. You notice it in the linen-draped loungers, in the way the terrace catches the afternoon light. It’s close to the action—just 400 metres from the Sunset Beach Club hotel—but still manages to feel tucked away.
The crowd is mixed: families during the day, couples by dusk. The menu is heavy on Mediterranean staples—fresh seafood, seasonal produce—but it doesn’t try too hard to impress. It just works.
- Address: Avenida del Sol, 5, 29631 Benalmádena, Spain
- Contact: +34 952 579 401
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: lunabeachclub.com
- Salitos Bar
Salitos Bar is simple but never basic. It sits right by the water, the kind of place where you can arrive alone and leave having made friends. The sunset is the main event here—locals and tourists alike gathering for the kind of view that stops conversations mid-sentence.
The drink list? Reliable. Classic cocktails with small twists. The kind of place where the bartender remembers your name after a couple of visits.
- Address: Avenida del Sol, 5, 29631 Benalmádena, Spain
- Contact: +34 952 579 400
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: sunsetbeachclub.com
Located on the seafront promenade, Salitos Chill Out Bar offers a relaxed atmosphere with a wide selection of premium drinks and cocktails, making it a popular spot from May to October.
Why Benalmádena Is the Place to Buy Property
If you’re looking for more than just four walls and a sea view, Benalmádena makes sense. It’s not Marbella with its flashiness, and it’s not Málaga with its city pace. It sits somewhere in between—coastal living, but quieter, slower, intentional.
1. Variety in Properties
You’ll find it all here. Modern penthouses with panoramic sea views. Classic Andalusian villas tucked into the hillside. Contemporary townhouses walking distance from the marina. The market is diverse, which means there’s room for both primary residences and holiday homes.
2. The Community Is Growing, Not Changing
Benalmádena hasn’t been “discovered” in the way other Costa del Sol towns have. It’s been here, quietly growing, attracting people who want something permanent—not just a summer escape. The rental market stays strong year-round, but there’s a sense of people planting roots.
3. Accessibility Without Compromise
Málaga Airport is 15 minutes away. Marbella? A short drive. But somehow, Benalmádena holds onto its local feel. Cafes where the same group meets every morning. Markets that still close for siesta.
4. The Lifestyle Is the Investment
The golf courses. The sailing clubs. The rooftop yoga at sunrise. This isn’t a town that sells you an idea—it sells you a day-to-day life that actually feels good to live.
Your Next Chapter Starts Here
At Ultimate Lifestyles, we know buying property isn’t just about square metres and sea views. It’s about finding a space that fits the life you want. Whether that’s a beachfront penthouse or a private villa in the hills, we’ll help you get there.
Explore your options today.
View our listings at ultimate-lifestyles.com, or get in touch directly at [email protected] or +34 951 12 07 12.
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