Nerja - A hidden gem on the Costa Del Sol

Many of us have visited the Costa Del Sol, due to its accessibility from most UK airports and for it being a great choice for the weather in Summer or Winter. Torremolinos, Fuengirola and Benalmadena tend to be the favourite resorts, however, I’d like to introduce you to a lesser known resort that I fell in love with a few years ago, and that is the resort of Nerja. Situated on the Northern coast of the Costa Del Sol, approximately 45 minutes drive away from Malaga airport, the resort of Nerja is more laid back and has a less touristy feel than other resorts on the Costa Del Sol.

A wide range of accommodation is on offer from Self-catering apartments and villas, Boutique hotels to the 4 & 5* hotels such as the RIU Monica, the Parador Hotel and the Hotel Balcon de Europa. Having stayed at many of these over the years, my favourite has to be the Hotel Balcon de Europa, due to it being central to all that Nerja has to offer.

Daytimes can be spent on the many beaches that Nerja has to offer, including Burriana with its great range of watersports, beach bars and restaurants, or walking the many cobbled streets shopping or visiting the many bars and restaurants. Night-times tend to be a more leisurely feel, visiting the many tapas restaurants and bars, some which feature live music.

If you fancy a change of scenery, my recommendation is a visit to the pretty little village town of Frigiliana, approx. 15 minutes by bus away, known for its Moorish old quarter and narrow streets.

If Nerja is somewhere you’ve dreamed of visiting, or inspired to do so, please get in touch.