Category: Spain

This villa found in La Sierrezuela, Mijas Costa has five bedrooms and can sleep up to 15 people. It’s all situated on one level, too, making spending time with friends and family easy (not to mention getting from the bedroom to the pool a breeze!).

For the evenings, if you’re looking to spend some relaxing time inside the villa, there is an 80-inch 4k wall mounted TV with Sky. Outside you’ll find a 14 seat dining table and a gas BBQ. There’s also an additional lodge that sleeps up to five guests. Surrounding the villa are well-maintained tropical gardens, helping you enjoy your holiday in privacy.

Points of interest:

Exceptional villa & lodge

Private pool & hot tub

Gas BBQ & patio heater

Tiki hut & gym

Found just a short walk away from the shops and restaurants of El Coto, this four bed villa contains a private mini golf course and a private pool. The main part of the villa can provide three bedrooms and sleep six. The separate basement lodge will sleep up to four and has its own lounge and separate kitchen.

The villa is a brief five minute drive from Fuengirola, too, which offers up a huge host of places to eat and to drink into the early hours of the morning. Not to mention the long stretches of sandy beaches nearby!

Points of interest:

Air conditioned

8m x 4m pool

Roof terrace

Mini golf course

If you are looking for a holiday at an extremely private villa, this four bedroom option is for you. It’s just a brief walk from Mijas and all the attractions the village has to offer. The accommodation is all on one level, too, making an ideal choice for families.

Head down the villas roman steps towards the large pool (with a shallow end for the kids) and bask in the sun. You’ll find plenty of seating and a large purpose-built BBQ, too.

Points of interest:

10 minutes’ walk to Mijas

9 x 5m private pool

Peaceful, private location

Mijas Wine Museum

Mijas is actually the oldest region in Spain for wine making. Its sweet wines are popular the world over. The museum offers visitors a chance to learn about a range of wines from across Spain and of course try a few of them out. As you’d expect, all the staff are wine experts and can help you pair the perfect wine to accompany your evening meal. There’s a store, too, so that you can pick your favourite wines from the museum.

Address: Calle San Sebastián, 14, 29650 Mijas, Málaga, Spain

Contact: +34 952 48 63 67

Open: 11am-4pm, 7pm-11.30pm

The Ethnological Museum

Situated in the old city hall of the village, the Ehtnological Museum (or Casa Museo of Mijas) opened its doors in 1995. The museum takes you on a journey through Mijas’ rich history offering up displays of handcrafts that the residents used to practice. There’s even a replica of the small room Manuel Cortes lived in for 30 years’.

Address: Plaza Libertad 2, Mijas, Spain

Contact: +952 59 03 80

Open: 10am-2pm, 5pm-8pm

Mayan Monkey Mijas

Monkey Mijas is a small chocolate factory that welcomes families all year round. Where possible, they offer free tours where you can taste and enjoy some of Spain’s best chocolate. And if you’re truly a chocolate lover then you can join in on their ‘chocolate making experience’ and take three of your very own handmade chocolate bars home with you.

Address: Plaza Virgen de la Peña, 15, 29650 Mijas, Málaga, Spain

Contact: +34 951 05 27 72

Open: 10.30am-12am

Museo de Miniaturas

This museum houses the miniature collections of stage magician and hypnotist, Juan Elegido Millan, known as Professor Max. His career saw him travel the world and along the way he collected tiny curiosities, which are now housed in the museum. After his death his collection was originally housed inside his wagon that was eventually replaced with the mock wagon that now makes up the museum.

Address: Avenida Compas s/n, 29650, Mijas, Spain

Contact: +34 632 33 74 34

Open: 10am-8pm in Summer, 10am-6pm in Winter

Grotto of the Virgin de la Pena

Excavated in the rocks by a monk in the second half of the seventeenth century, The Virgen de la Pena is a must visit in Mijas. Legend has it that the virgin (the patroness of Mijas) appeared between the walls of the castle in 1586. Once you’ve explored the shrine, leave through the back door onto the terrace that offers incredible views of Mijas Costa.

Los Boliches-Gaviotas

For those of you staying in Mijas Pueblo, your closest beach will be Los Boliches-Gaviotas. It has everything you’d expect from a beach on the Costa Del Sol, white sand, sun loungers, beautiful views, and gorgeous weather. The surf is usually pretty calm, but on a windy day it’s advised that children stay on dry land.

Address: Calle Poeta Salvador Rueda 75, 29640 Fuengirola, Spain

Bioparc Fuengirola

If you’re on a family holiday, you shouldn’t miss out on an opportunity to visit the Bioparc Fuengirola. This zoo is a short distance away in Fuengirola and houses close to 200 animals across four zones. The zoo works hard to ensure the animals are well looked after with the animals staying in large enclosures that emulate the natural habitat of the animal.

Address: Calle Camilo José Cela, 6, 29640 Fuengirola, Málaga, Spain

Contact: +34 952 66 63 01

Open: 10am-9.30pm

Sierra de Mijas

If you want to get away from the cobbled streets of Mijas and enjoy some spectacular views, strike out for the Sierra de Mijas. From the edge of the village you can easily find the trails that start the ascent. At the top you’ll find yourself upon a peak that sits 1,150 metres above sea level with views out past Gibralta and on a clear day, all the way out to Morocco’s Atlas Mountains.

Aroma Cafe & Secret Garden

The Aroma Cafe opened in 2009 with one garden surrounded by olive trees. It quickly grew with its incredible reputation for great food and stunning service. Venture out the back of the establishment and you’re now welcomed into the secret garden with herbs, fruit trees, and that authentic Spanish atmosphere.

Address: Calle San Sebastian 8 Mijas Pueblo

Contact: +952 59 03 93

Open: 10am-1am

El Padrastro

Boasting the claim of one of the oldest restaurants on the Costa Del Sol with 30 years’ service, El Padrastrois guaranteed to supply you with great food and great service. The restaurant has private rooms and a swimming pool with a bar. If you’re visiting Mijas, don’t give this restaurant a miss.

Address: Paseo de Compas, 22, Mijas Pueblo

Contact: +952 48 50 00

Open: N/A

Restaurante La Reja

Their extensive menu and high quality food has made Restaurante La Reja one of the most popular place for tourists to eat in Mijas Pueblo. Their consistent high reviews for quality service and relaxing atmosphere on Trip Advisor makes them a must visit for anyone visiting Mijas.

Address: Calle Canos 9, 29650, Mijas, Spain

Contact: +34 952 59 11 24

Open: 11am-11pm

Resaurante Meson El Olivar

Found next to Mijas Pueblo’s town hall, Meson El Olivar is great value for money and extremely popular amongst the locals. The summer months see the restaurant cook up a storm over the barbeque, too.

Address: Avda. Virgen de la Pena, n06 Mijas Pueblo, Mijas, Spain

Contact: +34 952 48 61 96

Open: (Closed on Saturdays)

Venta El Jinete

Found within the idyllic mountain range on the outskirts of La Cala, Venta El Jinete is known for its sumptuous Mediterranean Cuisine. With a wine list unmatched in depth and live music performances on Thursdays and Saturdays, a visit to Venta El Jinete is well worth it for anyone visiting Mijas.

Address: Carretera Cala Golf, Km 4.5, 29649 Mijas, Málaga, Spain

Contact: +34 952 11 91 70

Open: 1pm-4pm, 7pm-11pm

El Oceano Beach Hotel & Restaurant

Enjoy quality food on in the Ocean Room, Veranda, or in the summer months, on the beautiful Waterfront Terrace at the El Oceano Restaurant. They have some incredible live music on most evenings and are well known for their famous Sunday Lunches.

Address: 199, N-340, 29649 Mijas, Málaga, Spain

Contact: +34 952 58 75 50

Open: N/A

The bus system that operates across the region is very good. You can get to most places by bus, with most stops featuring detailed lists of arrival times attached to the bus stops themselves. Bus time tables feature codes at the side which, to non-locals, won’t make much sense. They’re worth knowing though so that you can rest assured that the bus you need is running.

Cost: How much you pay for your bus fair depends on how far you’re going, and more specifically, how many zones you’re travelling through. The region of Malaga is split into four zones: A, B, C, and D. Mijas is in Zone C and if you plan on just sticking to that zone, you can expect to pay 1.55€ for a single ticket.

If you do plan on getting around via bus then we recommend purchasing a travel card. Much like London’s Oyster card, you can top it up as you go making some savings along the way. They’re available from ticket sales points throughout the region.

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The London Pub

For those of you craving a taste of home, The London Pub is one of the best known English bars in the area. It’s open until around 3am some nights, too, giving those who want to dance into the early hours the perfect place to get their boogie on.

Address: Paseo Maritimo corner Calle Martinez Catena, 9, 29640 Fuengirola, Málaga

Contact: +34 952 47 63 87

Open: 11am-3am

Mod Cafe

Started in 2005, The Mod Cafe is located in the centre of Fuengirola and plays music from around the world from the 70s all the way up to the present day. It’s opened until 4am, too, if you’re really on the hunt for a place to party.

Address: Calle Estación, s/n.

Contact: 667 496 264

Open: 3pm-4am

Bar Porras

If you’re looking for somewhere open a little later in Mijas, why not try Bar Porras? It’s a popular bar with the locals, sells great food, and has friendly staff that are happy to help you pick the right wine or beer to accompany your food.

Address: Bar Porras Plaza Libertad N 5, 29650 Mijas Pueblo, Mijas, Spain

Contact: +34 666 54 67 03

Open: 8am-3pm, 7.30pm-12am

Banana’s Beach Club

Well known for having one of the most attractive beach locations in the area, Banana’s Beach Club is a must visit. It’s an ideal spot for anyone who has spent the day exploring Torremolinos and wants a place to kick back with an ice cold beer and a seafront view.

Address: Paseo Maritimo 1, 29620 Torremolinos, Spain

Contact: +34 636 12 14 45

Open: 10am-1am