A licensed sports bar is offered for transfer in Arroyo de la Miel, the commercial heart of Benalmádena on the Costa del Sol. The business has operated in the same location for 25 years and is sold as a fully operational going concern. The premises measure 75 m² and include a 30 m² terrace with seating for around ten tables. The asking price is fixed at €53,000, with a monthly rent of €1,000 plus VAT. The venue holds a bar licence with kitchen and smoke extraction, and trading hours run from 06:00 to 03:00.
This offering stands apart from the typical Costa del Sol residential stock. The comparable projects listed, Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000), are new-build housing developments aimed at lifestyle buyers and investors in bricks and mortar. A bar transfer at €53,000 belongs to a different market segment entirely: the buyer acquires equipment, goodwill, a lease and an operating licence, not real estate. Within that segment, location determines value. Arroyo de la Miel is one of the stronger inland positions on the central Costa del Sol: it combines a year-round resident population with tourist flow from 24 hotels and 11,154 beds, direct rail access at 0.6 km, and an average temperature of 18.0 °C that keeps terraces productive across seasons. Bars in purely seasonal districts depend heavily on the four-month swimming season; here, the presence of 13 primary schools, 11 secondary schools and two health centres signals a permanent customer base that trades through the winter, consistent with the venue's participation in winter billiard leagues. Set against the provincial context, around 2,070 housing transactions per year and a median provincial income of €16,450, a hospitality business in a high-footfall district addresses a different risk profile: turnover depends on management and local custom rather than property appreciation. Buyers weighing this against a residential purchase should note that the €1,000 monthly rent plus VAT is a continuing cost, whereas residential comparables carry purchase taxes and community fees instead. The two investment types are not directly interchangeable, and the choice depends on whether the buyer seeks an operating business or a property asset.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The bar sits in Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena's main inland district, roughly 12 km west of Málaga between Torremolinos and Fuengirola. The Cercanías train station is 0.6 km away as the crow flies, and the nearest beaches lie about 1.5 km from the premises. The surrounding area counts 161 restaurants and 47 cafés within a 2 km radius, confirming a dense hospitality market.
This is a business transfer rather than a residence. The premises offer 75 m² of interior space plus a covered 30 m² terrace, two bathrooms, air conditioning, central heating, WiFi and fibre optic connectivity. Equipment includes a pool table, two dart boards, six televisions and a fully fitted kitchen. The buyer acquires a turnkey operation with no additional investment required, according to the seller.
The building dates from 1991 and the business is described as being in good condition and key-ready. This is an existing establishment that has traded continuously for 25 years at the same address. There is no construction phase or delivery schedule involved; the transfer can in principle proceed once commercial and lease terms are agreed. Completion dates in such transactions are indicative.
The offering does not include residential accommodation, bedrooms or private outdoor space of one's own. There is no private parking; reliance is on street parking. The buyer takes over a leasehold obligation of €1,000 per month plus VAT, and the continued licence depends on compliance with municipal regulations. Financial claims about turnover rely on seller-provided reports that must be verified during due diligence.
This transfer suits a buyer seeking an operational hospitality business rather than a home or a passive investment. Recognisable situations include an experienced bar operator relocating to the Costa del Sol who wants an established venue with existing licences and equipment, avoiding the cost and delay of fitting out a bare premises. It also fits a couple aiming to run a terrace-orientated bar together, given the long licensed hours and compact 75 m² footprint that two people can manage. A third scenario is an investor buying a cash-flowing asset, provided the seller's financial reports confirm the claimed trading figures during due diligence. The profile is less suitable for anyone seeking a lifestyle business with short hours: the licence runs from 06:00 to 03:00 precisely because the income depends on extended trading. Buyers requiring certainty about turnover, or unwilling to accept a €1,000 monthly rent plus VAT, should weigh alternatives carefully. The 25-year trading history reduces the typical start-up risk of the sector, though it does not eliminate dependence on location footfall, which in Arroyo de la Miel is a mix of residents, foreign residents and tourists across 24 local hotels with some 11,154 beds.
The premises date from 1991 and are reported to be in good condition, fully furnished and equipped for immediate operation. Climate control consists of air conditioning with hot and cold function, central heating, and underfloor heating in the bathrooms. Windows are double glazed, and the property is connected to the electricity grid and the municipal drinking water supply. Connectivity is arranged through fibre optic internet with WiFi coverage, which supports the six televisions and card payment infrastructure a modern bar requires. The working inventory includes a fully fitted kitchen with all necessary equipment and a smoke outlet, two bathrooms, a pool table, two dart boards and a covered terrace furnished with approximately ten tables. The basement provides additional storage space. No specification of brands, appliance ages or recent refurbishment dates is included in the data, so a viewing and inventory check form part of standard due diligence. Because the business is sold as a going concern, the condition of each item transfers as seen; buyers should confirm that the equipment list matches reality on handover and that the licence file with the municipality is complete, including the kitchen and smoke extraction endorsement stated by the seller.
The transfer is offered at a fixed asking price of €53,000. This covers the business, its equipment and the transfer of the lease; it is not a property purchase and no real estate is included. The incoming operator pays rent of €1,000 per month plus VAT to the landlord. For comparison, the comparable residential developments listed in the region, such as Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000 and Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, concern new-build homes, a fundamentally different asset class. The seller states that verifiable financial reports are available on request, which allows an interested party to assess turnover against the asking price and rent obligation. Availability is immediate in principle, subject to negotiation of transfer terms.
This is a working neighbourhood bar with a sports profile, positioned in one of Benalmádena's busiest commercial districts. The interior of 75 m² houses a bar counter, a pool table, two dart boards and seating, while the covered 30 m² terrace carries around ten tables and two additional screens. The layout supports both a daytime trade, the licence permits opening from 06:00, and evening activity until 03:00. Six televisions inside plus two outside allow simultaneous broadcast of different sporting events, which matters for a venue whose clientele follows football, darts and billiard leagues. The participation in winter and summer billiard leagues indicates an established local customer base rather than purely seasonal tourism. Arroyo de la Miel itself functions year-round: the district has 13 primary schools, 11 secondary schools and two health centres within Benalmádena, which sustains resident footfall outside the summer months. The 30 m² terrace is the main commercial asset in a climate averaging 18.0 °C annually. Practically, an operator would work long hours within the licensed window, manage a terrace-facing clientele that includes foreign residents, and rely on the nearby train station and 50 public transport stops for staff and customer access. The kitchen is fully equipped with the necessary apparatus and an extractor, allowing a food offer alongside drinks.
Arroyo de la Miel is the commercial engine of Benalmádena, and daily life around the bar reflects that. Within a 2 km radius the data records 161 restaurants, 47 cafés, 26 pharmacies, 22 banks and 6 schools, alongside a hospital and 24 hotels. This density is what sustains a bar trading year-round rather than seasonally. The Cercanías station at Arroyo de la Miel lies 0.6 km away as the crow flies, with El Pinillo at 1.7 km, giving a direct rail link towards Málaga and Fuengirola, useful for staff and for customers arriving from neighbouring towns. Seven bus lines and 50 stops serve the municipality. For supplies and services, the Polideportivo Arroyo de la Miel sports centre is only 0.1 km from the premises, a notable footfall generator. The district sits at 112 m elevation, and the route down to the coast drops roughly 6.6 per cent in gradient, steep enough that the walk to Playa de Santa Ana, 1.5 km as the crow flies, involves a noticeable climb back. In practice, an operator would handle most daily needs on foot in the immediate streets, with the train covering longer trips.
The map shows the premises in Arroyo de la Miel, with the train station 0.6 km away and the beaches of Benalmádena roughly 1.5 km downhill. Distances shown are straight-line; actual road routes are longer due to the sloping terrain.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Arroyo de la Miel occupies a central position on the Costa del Sol, 12 km west of Málaga and roughly equidistant between Torremolinos and Fuengirola. Within Benalmádena it is the inland commercial district, distinct from the coastal strip around the marina yet connected to it by rail and bus. Málaga, the regional capital, lies 17 km away as the crow flies, and Marbella 33 km, placing the bar within reach of both the metropolitan market and the western Costa del Sol. This centrality matters commercially: the catchment includes residents, commuters on the Cercanías line and tourists staying in the municipality's 24 hotels.
The nearest beaches, Playa de Santa Ana, Playa Malapesquera and Playa de Bil Bil, all lie between 1.5 and 1.6 km away as the crow flies, downhill from the premises. Málaga Airport is approximately 8 km in a straight line, reachable by car or via the nearby train line; Gibraltar Airport lies about 89 km away. Regional cities are well connected: Málaga (579,076 inhabitants) is 17 km straight-line, Marbella 33 km and Algeciras 97 km. For an operator or visiting family, this proximity to an international airport within roughly a 15-minute drive simplifies logistics considerably. Public transport is a genuine alternative to the car here: the suburban rail station at 0.6 km and seven bus lines cover most daily routes. Street parking is the only option at the premises itself, which in a busy district like Arroyo de la Miel requires some flexibility around peak hours. Golf courses lie within reach as well: Golf Benalmádena Pitch & Putt at 2.3 km and Campo de Golf Miguel Ángel Jiménez at 4.9 km.
| Beach Distance | 1.5 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 8 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 89 km |
| Benalmadena - Arroyo de la Miel | 0.6 km |
| El Pinillo | 1.7 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
Benalmádena records an average annual temperature of 18.0 °C, and the swimming season, when sea water reaches at least 20 °C, spans about four months. For a terrace business, this climate means outdoor tables remain usable for most of the year, with the covered terrace extending usability in cooler or wetter spells. The premises sit at 112 m above sea level on sloping terrain; the gradient to the beach measures 6.6 per cent, described as steep. Several viewpoints lie a short distance away, Mirador Los Cañones at 2.6 km, Mirador del Madroño at 2.9 km and Mirador del Lobo at 3.1 km, indicating the hilly topography that characterises the transition from the coastal strip to the inland hills. Winters are mild by northern European standards, and the long licensed hours allow the business to adapt trading patterns across the seasons, with indoor pool and darts activity compensating for shorter terrace use in winter.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The coastline of Benalmádena offers several beaches within easy reach of Arroyo de la Miel: Playa de Santa Ana at 1.5 km, and Playa Malapesquera and Playa de Bil Bil each at 1.6 km straight-line. These sandy stretches near the marina area generate substantial summer footfall that spills over into the town centre. Recreational infrastructure nearby includes the Polideportivo Arroyo de la Miel sports centre at just 0.1 km, effectively next door, an ice rink (Club Municipal de Hielo) at 0.7 km and a racket club at 1.4 km, all relevant to a sports-themed bar seeking local custom. The bar itself participates in winter and summer billiard leagues, embedding it in the local sporting circuit. Golfers are served by Golf Benalmádena Pitch & Putt at 2.3 km, the Miguel Ángel Jiménez course at 4.9 km and Club de Golf Málaga Parador at 7.8 km. A public swimming pool complex, Piscinas Virgen del Carmen III, lies 2.9 km away. The tourism base, 24 hotels and 11,154 beds, provides a steady flow of visitors alongside the resident population.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Benalmádena is a town in Andalusia in southern Spain, 12 km west of Málaga, on the Costa del Sol between Torremolinos and Fuengirola.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11.4°C | 55 mm |
| February | 12.4°C | 38 mm |
| March | 13.8°C | 102 mm |
| April | 15.8°C | 54 mm |
| May | 19.0°C | 25 mm |
| June | 22.9°C | 9 mm |
| July | 25.7°C | 1 mm |
| August | 25.9°C | 9 mm |
| September | 22.9°C | 27 mm |
| October | 19.3°C | 68 mm |
| November | 14.9°C | 66 mm |
| December | 12.4°C | 51 mm |
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Ref: VL153643
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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