A one-bedroom apartment on the 11th floor of the Aloha Playa complex in Benalmadena Costa, offered at a fixed asking price of €349,000. The property has a registered surface area of 40 m², was completed in 1970 and is key-ready, with a south-easterly orientation and sea views over the Mediterranean. Playa de Santa Ana lies approximately 0.4 km away as the crow flies. The apartment holds a tourist registration number and is located in a front-line beach complex with communal pools, close to the restaurants, shops and services of the Benalmadena coastline. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport is roughly 9 km away in a straight line.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment sits in the Aloha Playa complex on the Benalmadena seafront. Playa de Santa Ana is about 0.4 km away as the crow flies, with Playa Malapesquera and Playa de Bil Bil within 0.7 km. The Cercanias train station at Arroyo de la Miel is 1.1 km away in a straight line. Restaurants, supermarkets and shops are within walking distance of the complex.
The 40 m² layout comprises one bedroom and one bathroom, oriented towards the south and south-east with sea, beach, port and panoramic views. Air conditioning is installed. Communal facilities include a pool and a children's pool. The compact floor plan suits short stays, holiday use and rental exploitation rather than permanent family living.
This is an existing apartment completed in 1970, not a new-build project. The property is key-ready, so no construction phase or delivery waiting period applies. The condition is described as good by the seller. Buyers should account for the age of the building when assessing maintenance and technical installations.
The property offers one bedroom, one bathroom and 40 m² of living space, which limits its suitability for larger households. No private garden or private pool is included; pool access is communal. The building dates from 1970. The gradient from the complex towards the beach is steep, at approximately 9.5%. No parking space or storage room is mentioned in the available data.
This apartment fits a recognisable set of buyer situations. The first is the investor: the tourist registration number, front-line beach position and the concentration of hotels and beds nearby indicate a market for short-term rentals, and the single-bedroom layout is the typical unit size for that segment. Owners intending to combine personal holidays with rental use between visits will recognise the appeal of a lock-and-leave property with communal maintenance. A second situation is the second-home buyer from northern Europe who wants a low-effort coastal base. The 40 m² floor plan is sufficient for a couple, the south-easterly orientation provides morning and midday sun, and the airport roughly 9 km away in a straight line makes weekend trips realistic. Train access via Arroyo de la Miel adds an option for arrivals without a car. The property is less suitable for other situations. Families needing two or more bedrooms, buyers wanting a private garden or pool, and anyone seeking year-round tranquillity away from tourist flows will find the size and the seasonal intensity of the area limiting. The steep gradient to the beach and the 1970 construction date also require realistic expectations regarding accessibility within the building's surroundings and the condition of older installations. Buyers planning permanent residence with a home office and regular visitors may find one bathroom and the compact living area restrictive over time.
The apartment is part of a building completed in 1970, which places it firmly in the category of established Spanish coastal construction. For a building of this age, the structural frame is typically concrete with a rendered facade, and the common areas shown in the available photographs, a lobby with marble walls, lifts and stairs, indicate that the communal sections of the complex have been maintained to a presentable standard. Buyers should nonetheless arrange a technical inspection to assess the state of plumbing, electrical wiring and windows, as these elements vary considerably between individually renovated units in older buildings. The interior data available is limited but factual: the apartment has air conditioning, shown in the photographs as a wall unit, which handles cooling and, in most installations of this type, heating as well. The condition is described as good by the seller. The 40 m² registered surface area is compact, and the 11th-floor position contributes to the sea, beach and port views listed in the features. Communal facilities include a swimming pool and a separate children's pool within the complex grounds. No private outdoor space beyond the balcony visible in the photographs is documented, and no parking space or storage room appears in the data, points that buyers comparing this property with new-build alternatives should weigh, since newer projects typically include at least one parking space. Energy performance documentation for a 1970 building should be requested from the seller. In summary, the finishing level should be verified on viewing; the value proposition here rests on location and views rather than on contemporary construction standards.
The apartment is offered at a fixed asking price of €349,000. It is an existing, key-ready property, so no staged price list applies and no construction-linked payment plan is relevant. The price reflects a front-line beach position with sea views, communal pools and a tourist licence in a high-demand rental area. Comparable new-build projects in the wider region start at lower from-prices, for example Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950 and Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, but those are inland or eastern-cost locations without a comparable beachfront setting. Buyers should verify community fees, IBI and rental regulations before purchase.
Daily life around Aloha Playa revolves around the Benalmadena coastline. The apartment's position on the 11th floor gives sea views and distance from street-level activity, which reduces traffic noise relative to lower floors while retaining direct access to the promenade below. Because the complex sits front line to the beach, the walk to Playa de Santa Ana, about 0.4 km as the crow flies, is short, although the 9.5% gradient means the return walk involves a steady climb. The immediate area is dense with amenities: the data lists 192 restaurants within 2 km, plus 43 cafes, 28 pharmacies, 22 banks and 8 dentists. Supermarkets and shops surround the complex. This concentration means almost daily errands can be done on foot, which reduces dependence on a car, relevant for owners who stay for shorter periods. The rhythm of the neighbourhood changes with the seasons. Tourism figures show 24 hotels and over 11,000 beds in the area, so summer months bring noticeably more visitors, traffic and activity along the coast road and promenade. Outside the high season the area becomes quieter but retains year-round services, including two health centres and a full range of schools (13 primary and 11 secondary within the wider municipality). For an owner using the apartment as a second home, the practical pattern is one of short visits with minimal logistics: arrival at Malaga airport roughly 9 km away in a straight line, a train connection via Arroyo de la Miel station 1.1 km away, and everything needed within walking distance. The compact 40 m² layout with one bedroom and one bathroom works for couples or single occupants and keeps cleaning, maintenance and running costs proportionate to the size.
The surroundings of Aloha Playa are defined by the Benalmadena Costa strip: a continuous stretch of promenade, beaches, restaurants and hotels running along the shoreline. Within a 2 km radius the data counts 192 restaurants, 43 cafes, 28 pharmacies and 22 banks, alongside supermarkets and retail. This density makes daily life largely walkable, groceries, dining and pharmacy visits do not require a car. Sport and leisure infrastructure is close at hand. The Club Municipal de Hielo ice rink lies 0.6 km away as the crow flies, the Club de Raqueta 1.0 km and the Polideportivo Arroyo de la Miel 1.1 km. Several viewpoints in the hills above town, Mirador Los Canones at 2.6 km, Mirador del Madrono at 4.0 km, offer walking destinations with coastal panoramas. Golfers can reach Golf Benalmadena Pitch & Putt at 3.0 km, with the Miguel Angel Jimenez course at 5.2 km and Club de Golf Malaga Parador at 8.1 km. Healthcare is covered by two health centres in the area, and education by 13 primary and 11 secondary schools in the municipality. Public transport consists of 7 bus lines with 50 stops, and the Cercanias train connects Arroyo de la Miel station (1.1 km straight-line) with Malaga, the airport and Fuengirola. Electric-vehicle drivers can use the Fuengirola Supercharger at 6.5 km or the Malaga Supercharger at 7.8 km.
The map shows the Aloha Playa complex on the Benalmadena seafront, with Playa de Santa Ana roughly 0.4 km away as the crow flies and the marina district along the same coastal strip. Arroyo de la Miel train station lies about 1.1 km inland. The markers indicate beaches, golf courses, sports facilities and viewpoints with straight-line distances; actual road distances may be longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Benalmadena Costa occupies the coastal band between Torremolinos and Fuengirola, in the central section of the Costa del Sol. Malaga, the provincial capital with roughly 579,000 inhabitants, lies 17 km away as the crow flies to the north-east; Marbella is 34 km to the west. This central position places the apartment within easy reach of both the cultural offer of the city and the resort towns of the western coast, while Gibraltar (89 km straight-line) marks the southern end of the region. The location combines an urban coastal setting with the transport links typical of the metropolitan Costa del Sol.
Accessibility is one of the strong points of this location. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) lies approximately 9 km away as the crow flies, one of the shortest airport distances on the entire Costa del Sol; road distance and travel time will be longer. Gibraltar Airport is about 89 km away in a straight line for secondary flight options. The nearest beach, Playa de Santa Ana, is roughly 0.4 km in a straight line, with Playa Malapesquera and Playa de Bil Bil both at 0.7 km. The gradient between the complex and the shore is measured at 9.5%, which is steep; the walk down is short but the return is uphill. Regional cities are within practical reach: Malaga (579,076 inhabitants) is 17 km away as the crow flies and Marbella (147,958 inhabitants) 34 km. Train stations at Arroyo de la Miel (1.1 km), El Pinillo (1.9 km) and Torremolinos (3.8 km) provide rail alternatives to driving. Seven bus lines with 50 stops serve the local area, and the coastal A-road network connects the strip with Fuengirola to the west and Malaga to the east.
| Beach Distance | 0.4 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 9 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 89 km |
| Benalmadena - Arroyo de la Miel | 1.1 km |
| El Pinillo | 1.9 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
Benalmadena Costa lies at approximately 51 m above sea level, on the lower slopes where the coastal hills meet the shore. The immediate terrain around the complex slopes towards the sea at about 9.5%, which accounts for the elevated position of the building relative to the beach and the views that follow from the 11th floor. The climate is Mediterranean with an average annual temperature of 18.6 °C, based on the area data. Winters are mild and summers warm, consistent with the Costa del Sol's reputation as one of Europe's sunniest coastlines. The swimming season, the period with sea temperatures of 20 °C or above, lasts about four months, roughly June through September, which defines the core period for beach use and, by extension, the peak rental season. Natural surroundings combine coastline with hillside. The beaches sit directly below, while the viewpoints at 2.6 to 4.1 km inland mark the start of higher ground with walking routes. This mix gives residents both sea access and modest hiking options within a short drive.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The beach offer is concentrated and varied. Playa de Santa Ana, the nearest at about 0.4 km as the crow flies, is backed by the promenade with its chiringuitos and restaurants. Playa Malapesquera and Playa de Bil Bil, both around 0.7 km away, flank the coastline near the Bil Bil Castle, a frequent venue for concerts and cultural events in the summer months. Recreational sport is well provided for. The Club Municipal de Hielo ice rink at 0.6 km is unusual for the Costa del Sol and offers skating year-round. The Club de Raqueta (1.0 km) covers tennis and padel, and the Polideportivo Arroyo de la Miel (1.1 km) is a municipal sports centre. Golfers have three courses within roughly 8 km: the Pitch & Putt at 3.0 km, the Miguel Angel Jimenez course at 5.2 km and the Malaga Parador club at 8.1 km. For evening and family leisure, the marina area with its shops and restaurants lies along the same coastal strip, and the promenade connects the beaches on foot. The concentration of 192 restaurants within 2 km means the dining offer spans everything from beach bars to formal dining, much of it reachable on foot from the complex.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.0°C | 46 mm |
| February | 13.0°C | 33 mm |
| March | 14.4°C | 96 mm |
| April | 16.3°C | 44 mm |
| May | 19.6°C | 22 mm |
| June | 23.5°C | 7 mm |
| July | 26.0°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.3°C | 5 mm |
| September | 23.4°C | 25 mm |
| October | 19.9°C | 65 mm |
| November | 15.5°C | 62 mm |
| December | 13.0°C | 49 mm |
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Ref: VL363084
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within the wider Costa del Sol market, this apartment occupies a specific segment: an established, licensed holiday unit directly on the shoreline of a mature resort town. Comparable new-build projects listed in the region operate in a different bracket. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts from €269,950 and Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, while Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona starts from €321,000. Those from-prices are not directly comparable to the fixed €349,000 asked here, for two reasons: they relate to new construction with modern specifications and typically include parking, and they are located further from the beach or in eastern and western segments of the coast where land values differ. The premium in this asking price is attributable to position. Front-line beach complexes in Benalmadena Costa with sea views and tourist licences are a limited stock, and the volume of transactions in the municipality, 2,299 per year according to the area data, indicates an active resale market with steady turnover. For investors, the combination of a tourist registration number, a four-month swimming season and 24 hotels with over 11,000 beds nearby describes an environment with substantial seasonal demand. Against new-build alternatives, the trade-offs are clear. A 1970 building will not match current energy standards or layouts, and no parking space is documented. In exchange, the buyer obtains a location, walking distance to beaches, restaurants and the train line, and roughly 9 km as the crow flies from the airport, that new projects at comparable prices generally cannot offer, since remaining beachfront land on this stretch is largely built out. Buyers weighing this property should therefore compare it less with off-plan price lists and more with other resale units in the immediate Benalmadena Costa front line, where condition, floor level and licence status drive the differences in price.
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