A freehold commercial premises of approximately 359 m² is offered for sale at a fixed asking price of €295,000 in Benalmadena Costa, in the province of Malaga. The building dates from 1972 and requires restoration. The interior currently contains an open-plan layout with seating areas, a fitted bar and service area, air-conditioning and modern lighting, with fixtures and fittings included. The property sits in an established commercial and tourist zone, roughly 400 metres as the crow flies from Playa de Santa Ana and close to Puerto Marina. Flexible acquisition structures, including rental and potential rent-to-buy arrangements, can be discussed subject to terms.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The premises are located in Benalmadena Costa, an established tourist and commercial stretch of the Costa del Sol between Torremolinos and Fuengirola. Playa de Santa Ana lies about 0.4 km away as the crow flies, with Playa Malapesquera and Playa de Bil Bil both around 0.7 km. Malaga city is 17 km straight-line away and Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport approximately 9 km, meaning short transfer times for visitors and clients.
This is a commercial property, not a residence, and it suits buyers seeking business space rather than a home. The approximately 359 m² open-plan interior with an existing bar and service area supports hospitality, retail, leisure or office use, subject to licensing. A public car park sits directly opposite and a taxi rank is within walking distance, which matters for customer access in a busy coastal zone.
This is not a new-build project. The building was completed in 1972 and the premises are key-ready in the sense that they can be occupied, but the stated condition is that restoration is required before a new business use. Buyers should budget for refurbishment works and verify current licences and permitted use with the local authority before committing.
The property has no bedrooms or bathrooms registered as a dwelling, no private garden, and no private pool. Restoration works are required. The building fabric dates from 1972, so technical installations may need upgrading to comply with current regulations. Any leisure or gaming concept is subject to licensing. The 9.5% gradient between the premises and the beach indicates a sloped street environment.
Several buyer profiles can recognise their situation in this property. A first group consists of hospitality operators, whether experienced or new, who need substantial floor area in a tourist zone. The existing bar, seating areas and included fittings reduce the initial setup compared with a bare shell, although restoration is required. A second group is investors seeking a freehold commercial asset on the Costa del Sol. Freehold ownership of a 359 m² premises near Puerto Marina offers control over the asset and potential for re-letting or repositioning, and the seller's openness to rental or rent-to-buy structures lowers the entry threshold for buyers who prefer to test the location before committing fully. A third group includes entrepreneurs outside hospitality: the open-plan layout can accommodate a gym, a wellness centre, a showroom or a co-working space, though every alternative use must be checked against local licensing rules. The property is less suitable for buyers seeking a residence, since it has no bedrooms or bathrooms registered as a dwelling. It also does not suit buyers looking for a new-build guarantee or a turnkey venue: the 1972 construction date and the stated restoration requirement mean works are part of the equation. Buyers should also be comfortable with a seasonal, high-footfall environment rather than a quiet residential street. In short, the premises fit buyers who value location and floor area, accept refurbishment work, and have a clear plan for use or letting.
The current interior, as documented, consists of an open-plan commercial space with extensive customer seating areas, a fully fitted bar and service area, modern lighting throughout, full air-conditioning, and fixtures and fittings included in the sale. The photographic record shows a lounge-style interior with colourful wall finishes, a cafe area with geometric wall decoration, and a bar area with atmospheric green lighting, together with an exterior building sign and an internal staircase with a chandelier. This suggests a venue that was fitted out as a hospitality operation and has since carried decorative, thematic finishes rather than a neutral commercial shell. The condition label in the database states that restoration is required, and the construction year of 1972 places the building more than fifty years old. Buyers should therefore treat the visible finish as partially worn and subject to renewal. Typical areas of attention in buildings of this age include electrical installations, plumbing, air-conditioning plant, ventilation, fire safety compliance and accessibility, all of which must meet current Andalusian regulations for the intended use. The south-facing orientation benefits the frontage with natural light. No details are provided in the data about structural condition, roof, or energy performance, so a technical survey before purchase is a standard step. Because fixtures and fittings are included, the inventory should be itemised during due diligence so both parties know exactly what transfers. In summary, the premises offer a functional hospitality layout and installed services, but the overall condition and the restoration requirement mean the purchase price should be weighed alongside a realistic refurbishment budget and a licence review.
The premises are offered at a fixed asking price of €295,000 on a freehold basis. This is an existing property, not a new-build development with a price list, so the figure is a single asking price rather than a starting price. The seller also indicates flexibility on acquisition structure: outright freehold purchase, a rental arrangement, or a potential rent-to-buy agreement, each subject to negotiated terms. For comparison purposes, residential new-build projects elsewhere on the coast start at between roughly €205,000 and €321,000, so the price here reflects a commercial asset of 359 m² rather than a home. Restoration costs, licence transfer and any technical upgrades should be factored into the total budget. Delivery is immediate in the sense that the premises are key-ready, subject to the refurbishment works noted in the listing.
Benalmadena Costa is one of the most visitor-intensive sections of the Malaga coastline, and this premises sits inside that commercial fabric. The immediate surroundings include a high density of hospitality businesses: the area intelligence lists 192 restaurants and 43 cafes within 2 km, alongside 24 hotels with over 11,000 beds. In practical terms, this means a year-round flow of pedestrians, hotel guests and residents past the door, with a strong seasonal peak in summer. For an operator, the daily rhythm of the location is defined by tourism: breakfast and coffee traffic in the morning, beach-related footfall during the day, and a busy evening economy around Puerto Marina and the promenade. For an investor, the same density of hospitality supply is double-edged: demand for well-located commercial space is consistent, but competition among venues is high and the success of any concept depends on execution. The premises themselves are substantial by local standards. Roughly 359 m² of open-plan internal space, with existing seating areas, a fitted bar, air-conditioning and included fixtures, offers a shell that can be adapted to restaurant, bar, events, retail, fitness or co-working use. The building is south-facing, and the description confirms a car park directly opposite plus a taxi rank within walking distance. Public transport coverage is good, with 7 lines and 50 stops in the locality. Out of season, between November and March, the area becomes quieter, though the resident population and the marina keep a base level of activity. The 1972 construction date and the stated need for restoration mean the property should be assessed primarily on location and floor area rather than on current interior condition.
Daily life around the premises is shaped by the density of Benalmadena Costa's service economy. Within 2 km, the area intelligence counts 192 restaurants, 43 cafes, 28 pharmacies, 22 banks and 8 dentists, which is an unusually complete commercial mix for a coastal strip. Education and healthcare infrastructure are also present: 13 primary schools, 11 secondary schools and 2 health centres serve the wider municipality, which supports a year-round resident population beyond the tourist season. Sports facilities are close at hand, with the Club Municipal de Hielo ice rink about 0.6 km away, the Club de Raqueta at 1.0 km and the Polideportivo Arroyo de la Miel municipal sports centre at 1.1 km. For a business owner living nearby, or for staff, this concentration of amenities means almost no daily errand requires a long journey. The street environment is busy rather than quiet: a 9.5% gradient down to the beach, a car park opposite, and a taxi rank nearby indicate steady vehicle and pedestrian movement. Several viewpoints within 2.6 to 4.1 km, including Mirador Los Canones, offer green escapes within a short drive. In the off-season, between roughly November and March, the pace slows noticeably, and local businesses adapt their opening hours accordingly, which is the normal rhythm of the Costa del Sol tourist economy.
The map shows the premises in Benalmadena Costa, immediately inland of the beaches at Playa de Santa Ana and Playa de Bil Bil. Note the steep 9.5% gradient down to the seafront, the railway station at Arroyo de la Miel to the north-east, and the motorway corridor connecting Malaga airport and Marbella.
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Benalmadena Costa occupies a central position on the Costa del Sol, roughly halfway between Malaga city, 17 km straight-line to the north-east, and Marbella, 34 km to the south-west. Torremolinos lies just beyond the railway stations at 3.8 km, and Fuengirola is a short drive west. This centrality, combined with the airport at roughly 9 km, places the premises within one of the best-connected coastal segments of the region. The locality functions as a year-round town backed by the Arroyo de la Miel residential district, not purely as a seasonal resort, which matters for off-season commercial viability.
Accessibility is one of the strong points of this location. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport lies approximately 9 km away as the crow flies, one of the shortest airport distances on the entire coast, which is relevant for international clients, staff and deliveries. Malaga city, with a population of around 579,000, is 17 km straight-line away and provides regional services, hospitals and the high-speed rail connection. Marbella is 34 km away and Algeciras 97 km. Rail access is available via Benalmadena-Arroyo de la Miel station at 1.1 km, on the Cercanias line running from Malaga to Fuengirola, with El Pinillo at 1.9 km and Torremolinos at 3.8 km as alternatives. Local public transport consists of 7 lines with 50 stops in the area. By car, the coastal A-road connects west towards Fuengirola and east towards Malaga, though traffic in summer months is heavy. The nearest beach, Playa de Santa Ana, is 0.4 km away as the crow flies; the walking route is shorter than typical but the 9.5% gradient makes it a sloped walk. For a commercial operation, the combination of a public car park opposite, a taxi rank within walking distance and bus coverage covers all common customer access modes.
| 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
The climate data for Benalmadena is characteristic of the western Costa del Sol: an average annual temperature of 18.6 degrees Celsius and a swimming season of about four months during which sea water reaches 20 degrees or more. With the premises at 51 metres above sea level, winters are mild and summers warm, which supports year-round outdoor terraces for hospitality use. Rainfall is concentrated in the cooler months, and the summer season is long and dry. The elevation and the 9.5% gradient towards the sea mean the property sits partway up the coastal slope, slightly above the promenade level. Natural surroundings within easy reach include the beaches below and several viewpoints in the hills behind the town: Mirador Los Canones at 2.6 km, Mirador del Madrono at 4.0 km and Mirador del Lobo at 4.1 km, all straight-line distances. For anyone working or operating a business here, the practical effect of the climate is a long outdoor season, high summer footfall and a temperate off-season, though sea-facing slopes also mean humidity and salt air, a maintenance consideration for a 1972 building.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Beaches are within easy reach of the premises. Playa de Santa Ana lies 0.4 km away as the crow flies, with Playa Malapesquera and Playa de Bil Bil both at 0.7 km, giving a choice of urban beaches along the Benalmadena seafront promenade. These beaches anchor the summer footfall on which the local commercial economy depends. Golf is also part of the recreational offer: Golf Benalmadena Pitch & Putt at 3.0 km, Campo de Golf Miguel Angel Jimenez at 5.2 km and Club de Golf Malaga Parador at 8.1 km, all straight-line. Sports facilities near the premises include the Club Municipal de Hielo ice rink at 0.6 km, the Club de Raqueta at 1.0 km and the Polideportivo Arroyo de la Miel at 1.1 km, an unusual concentration for a town of this size. Puerto Marina, the landmark marina of Benalmadena, sits in the immediate area and combines moorings, restaurants and nightlife. Electric-vehicle drivers can use the Fuengirola Supercharger at 6.5 km, the Malaga Supercharger at 7.8 km or Powerdot at 8.4 km. Together, these facilities mean that leisure options for owners, staff and customers extend well beyond the beach season.
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: VL937179
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within the wider Costa del Sol commercial market, Benalmadena Costa occupies a distinctive middle position. It lacks the price levels of Marbella and the Golden Mile, 34 km to the south-west, but offers a visitor density comparable to Torremolinos, with 24 hotels and more than 11,000 beds recorded in the immediate area. For a commercial premises of 359 m² at €295,000 freehold, the implied price is in the order of €820 per square metre, which is materially below what residential space commands in the same postcode area, where new-build comparable projects on the coast start at €205,000 to €321,000 for far smaller footprints. Those comparables are residential developments, Aquamar in Torre del Mar, Lantana Residencial in Mijas and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona, and are not directly interchangeable with a hospitality shell, but they illustrate the price gap between commercial and residential product in the region. Compared with Torre del Mar and Estepona, both further from the airport, Benalmadena Costa benefits from a transfer distance of roughly 9 km to Malaga-Costa del Sol, among the shortest on the coast. Compared with Mijas, which sits inland of the coastal strip, Benalmadena Costa offers walkable beach proximity but a busier, more seasonal street environment. The local housing market records around 2,299 transactions per year, indicating an active market with steady turnover, and the provincial median income of €16,450 underlines that the commercial economy here leans heavily on tourism and international visitors rather than local purchasing power alone. The 1972 construction and restoration requirement are the main differentiators against newer coastal stock, and the price should be read accordingly.
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