{"id":8863,"date":"2025-01-21T13:34:23","date_gmt":"2025-01-21T12:34:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/?p=8863"},"modified":"2025-02-21T13:35:08","modified_gmt":"2025-02-21T12:35:08","slug":"benalmadena-in-winter-so-much-more-than-a-beach-holiday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/winter-in-spain\/benalmadena-in-winter-so-much-more-than-a-beach-holiday\/","title":{"rendered":"Benalmadena in Winter: So Much More Than a Beach Holiday"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Benalmadena offers much more than a summer holiday fueled by sun, sea and sangria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To be honest, we\u2019re a little baffled as to why our amazing city doesn\u2019t get busier in the Winter; But that may just be what makes it so appealing to visit in the quieter months (November, December, January and February)!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The important thing to keep in mind is that, although temperatures are considerably lower than during the summer months \u2013 and that\u2019s not necessarily a bad thing \u2013 the sun shines practically every day. Don\u2019t forget we\u2019re privileged to get more than 320 days of sunshine per year<\/u><\/strong> here on the Costa del Sol!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whilst there are many things to do in Benalmadena in Winter, we\u2019ve summarised some of our favourites for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The January sales are the obvious first choice when it comes to shopping (there are some fantastic bargains) but don\u2019t worry if you are planning to visit on other dates, there are still plenty of amazing shopping centres to visit nearby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We recommend Plaza Mayor near M\u00e1laga airport. You\u2019ll find lots of great shops with all major brands and the new McArthurGlen Factory outlet where you can shop at all your favourite designer brand stores, at heavily discounted prices!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another guest favourite is the Myramar Shopping Centre in Mijas Costa. It\u2019s one of the Coast\u2019s largest shopping malls with all the major high street brands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for great deals and unique gifts to take home for family and friends, a trip to one of the local street markets<\/a> is a great option. The article linked on our blog tells you the days, times, and locations of the best markets along the Coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The milder temperatures experienced during the winter months make it ideal for leisurely walks along the promenade or if you\u2019re feeling a little more adventurous, hikes in the hills behind Benalmadena.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re staying with us at Sunset Beach Club we recommend you make your way out onto the promenade and head towards the Marina. It\u2019s an easy walk taking you approximately 30 minutes. You can choose whether to stop at one of the many bars and cafes along the way and indulge in a \u2018caf\u00e9 con leche\u2019 or, depending on the time of day, an ice-cold cerveza!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you plan on hiking, we recommend you read this post on our website where you\u2019ll find details of the six hiking routes Benalmadena has to offer<\/a><\/u><\/strong>. Varying in difficulty, hikers of all levels will find a route that suits them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy some of Benalmadena\u2019s most popular local attractions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Benalmadena has lots of great places to visit and one of the easiest ways to see them all is by jumping on the local double-decker tourist bus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can buy tickets at the Sunset Beach Club leisure desk located next to reception on the 6th<\/sup> floor of the hotel. The beauty of these bus tickets is that they are valid for 48 hours and you can jump on and off whenever you like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some of the attractions and locations you can visit on the tour:<\/p>\n\n\n\n