The ‘Festival of Legends’ in Benalmádena: Tributes to All-time Musical Greats

Poster for Festival of Legends 2024
Poster for the Festival of Legends 2024

Saturday 11th May 2024 sees the start of, the ‘Festival of Legends’ at the Benalmádena Auditorium. This cultural event offers top-class ‘Tribute’ concerts throughout the months of May, September and October.

The concert series begins with ‘From the Wall’, a fantastic tribute to Pink Floyd. Throughout September and October we can also enjoy an exciting program composed of great artists who will perform hits by musical legends such as Quuem, Madonna, Phil Collins or Elton John. A highlight this year will be that many of the shows will include professional dancers to add to the spectacle.

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Molino de Inca Botanical Gardens: Torremolinos’ Best Kept Secret 

Molino de Inca Botanical GardensTorremolinos has a little hidden secret that very few visitors and tourists know about, The Molino de Inca Botanical Gardens.

Located just behind the popular Aqualand Water Park, this small, yet stunning, botanical garden offers a little piece of paradise to all who visit. Although the gardens are just 20 minutes walk from the hustle and bustle of the hectic town centre, you feel like you’re miles away from anywhere. (more…)

Calamorro Skyrace: The Skyrunner World Series Returns to Benalmadena

The Calamorro Skyrace will be the second event of the Merrell Skyrunner World Series and will take place on Saturday 6th April, 2024.

Securing the celebration of this prestigious event last year was a significant coup which has undoubtedly helped position Benalmadena on the national and international sports map thanks to the coverage on Spain’s Teledeporte sports channel and other global media.

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Our Very Own Guide to Benalmadena on Google Maps

Guide to Benalmadena on Google Maps
Are you planning on visiting Benalmadena for the first time?

Do you need a guide to Benalmadena?

Although we get many repeat guests at Sunset Beach Club, many are first-timers and as a result, often require local information to help them get around.

Our Leisure Desk and Reception staff are more than happy to provide guests with local information and a long list of things to do; however, it is handy to have a quick reference on hand before travelling so that you can plan your activities and decide where to go and what to see. (more…)

Events in Benalmadena Marina from February to April (2024)

If you’re travelling to Benalmadena between February and April this year (2024), you’ll be delighted to hear that the Town Hall, together with the Port Authority, have organised some fantastic events for this quieter winter/spring period.

In an effort to inject a little life to the Marina and offer visitors entertaining events encompassing culture, music and workshops, the organisers have put together a diverse range of initiatives.

Read on for details of all the events taking place from February to April.

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7 Excellent Reasons to Visit the Costa del Sol in April

Reasons to visit the Costa del Sol in April

The Costa del Sol is one of Spain’s most popular tourist destinations attracting visitors from all over the world. We all know that the busy Easter and Summer holiday periods are the most popular with hotels at full capacity and local businesses, bars and restaurants busier than ever.

But what about the quieter months of the year? This year, Easter is earlier than usual so most of April promises to be less frantic with kids back to school after the Easter Break. If you enjoy the gorgeous Spring weather but prefer a quieter and more relaxed vibe, then this is the perfect time to visit.

Couples or families with babies looking for a peaceful break in the sun will love it here in mid-April. And don’t forget that hotel rates are significantly lower than in the high summer season so that’s another great excuse to travel at this time of year.

If you’re still unconvinced, here are 7 more reasons to visit the Costa del Sol in April:

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