Mijas Costa
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Mijas Costa is the coastal part of the municipality of Mijas – and home to our apartments in Riviera del Sol. Here is our local guide to the area right on your doorstep.
What is Mijas Costa?
The municipality of Mijas stretches from the white village of Mijas Pueblo in the mountains down to around 12 kilometres of coastline between Fuengirola and Marbella. This coastal part is known as Mijas Costa. It is made up of several neighbourhoods, each with its own character: Las Lagunas, the modern town centre with shops and services; La Cala de Mijas, the old fishing village; and the residential areas of Calahonda, Riviera del Sol and El Faro. It is a relaxed, green part of the Costa del Sol – less built-up than the big resorts, but with everything you need close by.
Beaches in Mijas Costa
Mijas Costa has a series of sandy beaches, from La Cala and El Bombo to Calahonda and Riviera del Sol. Many have beach bars (chiringuitos), sun loungers in summer and calm water. See our guide to the best beaches near Mijas for a full list.
The coastal boardwalk (Senda Litoral)
A wooden boardwalk runs along large parts of the Mijas coastline, passing beaches, rocky coves and old watchtowers. It is perfect for a morning walk, a run or a sunset stroll.
Golf
Mijas Costa is one of the best golf areas on the Costa del Sol, with several courses within a short drive, including the La Cala Resort courses, Mijas Golf, Calanova Golf, Santana Golf and Miraflores Golf. See our golf guide for more.
Restaurants and shopping
You will find beach restaurants in La Cala and along the coast, tapas bars and international restaurants in Calahonda, and supermarkets, shops and services in Las Lagunas. The Wednesday market in La Cala is a local favourite.
Getting around
A car is the easiest way to explore Mijas Costa and the rest of the coast. Buses run along the coastal road, and Uber, Bolt and taxis are easy to find. Fuengirola, with its train to Malaga and the airport, is a short drive away.
Good to know
Our apartments are in Riviera del Sol – the beach in La Cala is only about 1 km away.
Mijas Pueblo, the historic white village of the municipality, is a short drive up into the mountains.
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